1991 Toyota Starlet review from Bulgaria
"The most reliable and pleasant to drive car I ever had!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I had to repair the steering gear, it was rattling and pelting in each and every pot-hole.According to the mechanic, it is a common failure for the model. Quite expensive, by the way.
Then the rear brakes pads had to be changed, which is quite unexplainable, taking into consideration the mileage.
There is one more unexplainable thing:the oil pressure light goes off only 4-5 sec after starting the engine. No reason was given to me whatsoever.
General comments?
You bet the car handles like it's on rails!I have great experience with sports cars, it is truly amazing for such a small car.
Despite its bare 54 hp, it picks up wonderfully. And the consumption is outstanding:4,5Lt in town,4 Lt in highway, mind you!
There is one hitch with the car:the cabin is very noisy, due to the cheap plastics and the multiple parts/it's a hatchback/.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 100000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 125000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Fiat Tempra |
| Date of Entry | 10th July, 2003 |