1994 Toyota Camry LE review from North America
"It has good performance and ride, but is expensive to keep running"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The radiator fins separated from the core, causing the engine to overheat. This caused the aluminum head to seperate from the iron block and leak at the head gasket. A very expensive repair.
The control switch for the power windows failed. Another expensive repair. Over $100 for a switch.
The motor for the drivers side power window failed. Another expensive repair.
The power radio antenna does not work; I've given up on fixing little things that cost so much.
The flexible coupling on the exhaust pipe failed $300.
Brake warning switch on the parking brake sticks.
Air bag light came on when I replaced the battery. Dealer wants $40 to "pull out the code" says it is normal condition for this to happen. On a battery replacement!
General comments?
A little less reliable than my 1985 Buick, but much more expensive to get repaired.
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| Very reliable, yet comfortable car! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 Gas Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 55000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Park Avenue |
| Date of Entry | 3rd January, 2003 |