1983 Toyota Corolla plain review from North America
"Cheap reliable car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The wheel wells and door are rusting badly.
My head gasket blew at 230000km which was relatively cheap. This resulted in a bent distributer shaft cause the car to miss terribly at idle.
Occasionally my carburetor plugs up causing the car not being able to idle.
My drivers seat is in really bad shape. The foam is almost all gone, and the seat is ripped.
General comments?
I have spent only about $200 (can) in repairs. This excludes maintenance.
Not very attractive. Sometimes it is almost embarrassing to drive. I get a lot of nasty comments about my car.
For a poor student I really love my car.
I would definitely buy a Toyota again.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 198000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 253000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 30th October, 2002 |