Summary:
Great gas saver, VERY RELIABLE!!!
Faults:
Replaced front brakes at 155K.
The distributor went out at 160K.
The right inner CV joint was replaced at 182K.
Clutch is starting to slip (original clutch I believe).
Several interior plastics have broken such as the door handle, cup holder, air vents.
General Comments:
I bought this car from a friend and had no idea that I got such a gem! There is nothing super special about the car, several plastics in the interior have broken, but the Toyota engine and drive train are bulletproof.
I average 32 miles per gallon with a mixture of HWY and CITY driving. On a trip to the east coast last summer (3000 miles round trip) I averaged 40 mpg!! I have thought about buying a newer car, but I just can't justify getting rid of this car. IT IS A GREAT CAR!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 3rd December, 2008
