1997 Toyota Corolla DX 1.8L Gasoline

Summary:

Toyota = Reliability!

Faults:

None.

General Comments:

This car is incredible, its reliability is amazing.

Pro's for this vehicle:

As long as you keep it maintained (oil changes, transmission fluids, other fluids), the car will run without any problems. On average I get 34/38 mpg which is awesome.

Cons:

I have found this vehicle to be a bit conservative on space.

Another negative thing, which scares me to death, is merging on to highways; it has no pickup speed. After a while I get used to the fear of death when enter a highway entrance ramp. I will drive my baby till she dies :' (

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 26th March, 2008

1997 Toyota Corolla DX

Summary:

Basic Transportation

Faults:

Nothing yet.

General Comments:

This is a very economical car.

It looks plain, but it does its job right the first time.

It actually handles quite nicely.

It is comfortable and there is plenty of room.

The trunk is reasonably sized, though it would be nice if it were a bit bigger.

I truly like this car and I recommend it to anyone who does not want anything with frills or fancy gadgets, just a simple type of car to get in and out of traffic.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 30th December, 2007

4th Jan 2008, 20:58

I am the initial reviewer. I have bad news. Just recently I was hit on the highway. The car suffered more than its worth in damage. Even though it was not my fault, if I chose to use the money to fix it, the car would never be the same so I sold it one day after New Years Day. I was sad to see it go. It was my first new car.

1997 Toyota Corolla CE

Summary:

Perfect for the Practical! Corolla equals no worries

Faults:

Needed tire replacement and standard maintenance.

General Comments:

Low repairs, great gas mileage, dependable, etc...

For those of us who are looking for performance, reliability, and just getting from point A to B; this is the car!

If you want a lot of comfort and extras, don't bother.

We have no reservations about passing this car to our daughter next year.

I love Corollas and am staying with them!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 22nd May, 2007

1997 Toyota Corolla DX 1.8L

Summary:

Perfect reliable, low-cost commuter

Faults:

Only routine maintenance items like brakes, tires, and oil changes.

General Comments:

The upside - Bought this Corolla DX brand new and it has been absolutely reliable for 9 years. Outside of routine maintenance, I've never had it in the shop.

The ride is comfortable, seats are good, and noise levels pretty low for an economy car.

Gas mileage is excellent, I get 33 in city and 40 on the highway - with a 4-speed automatic!

Near perfect about town and commuter car. Everyday operating costs are about as low as any car could be.

Performance wise, it is fairly mediocre, but it has a bit of spunk. In '97 Toyota was putting in a sway bar, which improved handling over earlier models.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 7th August, 2006

1997 Toyota Corolla CE 1.6L

Summary:

Reliable as a HAMMER.. if you can forgive the small things

Faults:

Let's see, burned out instrument panel light.

AC condensor developed a hole.

Gas tank lid lost its spring thing that pops it open.

General Comments:

I got a great deal on this CE model. It has a 3 speed automatic, which was just OK, but really cried for a larger engine.

The 1.6L just doesn't cut it in USA, especially with an automatic trans & 4 doors! That is the only reason I sold the car..

This car is a reliable as a HAMMER! Always started, never died out. Change oil & fluids and filters and these cars will go 200K miles easily. I upgraded to a 1998 1.8L Corolla because it has more power and actually gets BETTER MPG than the 1997! Even with the bigger engine!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 20th June, 2006

21st Jun 2006, 17:26

Hammers have no moving parts.

2nd Sep 2006, 16:30

To the person who added "hammers have no moving parts":

Hence the reference, reliable as a HAMMER. *ROLLS EYES*

1997 Toyota Corolla dx 1.8 4 cylinder

Summary:

Unreliable

Faults:

Leaks condensation water,

Needed new tail light bulbs at 170,000 miles,

Carpet is stained,

Floor mats had to he replaced at 175,000 miles,

Paint is fading,

Wind shield cracked from the sun,

Needed new tires at 180,000 miles,

Alternator blew at 200,000 miles,

Needed new wiper blades at 205,000 miles,

Belt broke at 210,000 miles,

Needed a new oil change at 220,000 miles,

Needed new spark plugs at 230,000 miles,

Seats have holes in it,

Hood does not open,

Needed a new oxygen sensor.

General Comments:

This car was always at the mechanic, this car is the worst car I've ever owned. The 1.8 4 cly engine is very slow and only has 90 horsepower. If I could go back in time I would have kept my metro, a very reliable sporty little car. I've sold my corolla and got a mustang and I love the car.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 26th April, 2006

27th Apr 2006, 10:15

Is this review for real??? Are you really serious. I just can't get over this review.

All this stuff that you are complaining about is normal wear and tear. All the parts you are complaining about do not have a lifetime guarantee. Do you really expect everything to last forever. Most of these "problems" were either caused by you, the previous owner, or mother nature. Your paint will not fade if you maintain it by waxing it regularily, the carpet would not get dirty if you did not make it dirty, the sun did not crack your windsheild, but do not drive behind rock trucks, or any vehicles at all if you want to protect your windsheild, you need to change the oil every 3,000 miles, etc. The other stuff is normal maintenance. About the only semi-normal claim you have is against the hood not opening. That is not normal. Also having the oil changed is not normal. That should be done every 60,000 miles or so. Sarcasm. Otherwise you should blame your problems on yourself, the previous owner, and mother nature.

If you do find a car that needs no maintenance or does not get dirty, please let me know. I would love to know where you get a car that has everlasting wiperblades, light bulbs, tires, spark plugs, brakes, bullet-proof windows, no-maintenance paint, seats made of metal, carpeting that cannot get dirty, no-maintenance engine (no oil, coolant, transmission fluid changes, etc. Please let me know.

You might want to stick with the bus if you are worried about maintenance or repairs or better yet stick with walking. Wait your shoes might get worn out or a shoelace may break. Take it easy. Good luck with the Mustang. "little snicker"

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