1994 Toyota Corolla review from North America
"OK car, but over-rated"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brakes constantly
Alternator twice.
Interior Vibrates/rattles horribly.
General comments?
This car has been reliable, but at the same time Its got its down falls first of all it's a slug it has very little power it only has a 105hp engine and with the newer cars that came standard with at least 130 the Corolla has a hard time keeping up. Another thing is that the transmission is very harsh and shifts roughly. There is also a loud popping/clunking noise when I let off the gas petal or try to accelerate. Someone said it was the differential on the transmission needing fluid however I can't get to the bolt on the rear of the transmission to check it. When I check the dip stick up top its fine. Besides that the car rides rough. However this is a 1994 car so its got some age on it so I'm not really going to complain to much.
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  | Excellent car, I paid $2000 and I bet it'll last me years |
| Definitely a keeper |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 55000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 125000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Tercel |
| Date of Entry | 6th March, 2005 |