1993 Toyota Camry GX review from UK and Ireland
"Luxury car at Ford Mondeo money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Air conditioning condenser leaking.
Wiper switch was broken when I got it.
I found one in a breakers yard.
Electric antenna mast doesn't go up all the way. About £35 for a new mast.
A bit of rust around RH rear wheelarch & windscreen top caused by poor accident repair & pattern windscreen being fitted.
General comments?
Build quality is the best I've seen in a Japanese car.
Although the mileage is high, the engine & transmission are fine, neither using oil.
A bit unwieldy, but it is a large car primarily designed for the Americans. The estate is a rare sight in Britain & its exclusivity & twin rear wipers are very satisfying!
Secondhand parts are hard to find, new parts are pricey, but you have to pay for quality!
24mpg on a run, about 18mpg when towing my caravan. Ideal for towing despite being front wheel drive.
Engine doesn't use any oil, sophisticated transmission is very smooth.
I reckon that the build quality surpasses anything the Germans do & I would highly recommend the Camry, a very underrated car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 143000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 149000 miles |
| Previous car | Audi 100 |
| Date of Entry | 7th November, 2003 |