1996 Geo Prizm review from North America

110,000 miles - Driver Side Axle - $88

141,000 miles - Passenger Side Axle - $117

146,000 miles - Engine Mounts Replaced - $101.

Absolutely nothing else aside from regular maintenance:

2 Timing Belts

3 Times Front Brakes

1 Transmission Flush

1 Cooling System Flush.

On the interior side:

The trunk release latch broke at some point.

The air controls lights stopped working at some point.

One of the air control knobs broke.

This is probably the most reliable gasoline vehicle ever made. This is my fourth Prizm and all of them have been consistent reliable, just as this one. At this mileage I still have not touched even an alternator or starter. It starts every morning with its peculiar purrr whether it will be 110 or -30 outside. Runs exceptionally straight although I have never done an alignment on it since I have owned it. The under body and the exhaust do not show any signs of rust whatsoever and the car has been driven in snowy, salty winters every year. The air conditioner still blows ice cold and it has never been serviced in the life of the car! This car is immortal! If you are looking for a used vehicle on a budget do not hesitate and get one. This is nothing short of Toyota Corola, and even better considering the half price. The ride is moderately comfortable except the engine noise at speeds over 80Mph and there is also road noise if you buy cheap tires. You will not find anything better in this price range and possibly in any price range.