1986 Toyota Camry DX review from North America
"This is an excellent, well-built Toyota!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I replaced all 4 struts in March, 2008.
New master cylinder in Feb. 08.
New radiator/thermostat in July 2008.
Various suspension parts have been replaced.
Head gasket got a small leak in June 09, but is not showing any symptoms, possibly repairable for a good amount of time into the future.
General comments?
I paid $735 for this car, and it happens to be the first car I have ever owned, and I must say I am very happy with it. Even at 23 years old, the engine still purrs and drives like a champ. Looking forward to 200,000.
There are a few bothers, like the vibration when idling and a couple of other things, but this thing is great for anyone looking for a car less than $1500. You can't beat it. I will be sad the day it goes, but within the first 6 months of ownership it paid for itself.
Listen - if you see a decent 1st Generation Camry for sale in your local ads, grab it. They are becoming fewer and fewer by the day.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1986 |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 gasoline Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 160868 miles |
| Most recent distance | 186500 miles |
| Date of Entry | 6th July, 2009 |