1997 Toyota Starlet review from UK and Ireland
"Great first buy, highly reliable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The exhaust developed a problem within a year, but once it was replaced the problem never reoccurred. The strip on the side also got lose once, but when fixed problem did not reoccur.
General comments?
There is not more reliable super-mini. I have not had a single problem with the motor, brakes or suspension. It is still (2005) going strong after 8 years.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 800 miles |
| Most recent distance | 15000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 4th October, 2005 |