1998 Toyota Camry CE review from North America
"Would by again. Wife picked Iris as color (Not my choice) Paid $24,900 New"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front Struts @ 37,000 miles. Dealer replaced free (under warranty)
Slight smoke at start up in the morning at 90k miles. Dealer fixed free (extended warrenty).
Water pump leaking (slightly) 90k miles Dealer replaced free (extended warr)
Third battery (Arizona heat not Toyota fault)
Third set of tires and brake pads (rotors turned as needed) at 93k miles 2nd set at 37k (normal) for my driving.
Front speakers/radio replaced, normal for my listening style, all other speakers still stock.
Radio replaced due to buttons coming loose.
Door cluster coming loose at seam where one would close door.
Paint chips on hood.
Mirrors and rear bumper fading a bit.(Arizona Sun)
General comments?
Toyota Camry:
My wife (orig owner) drives the car mostly and she still loves it after 5 years.
Alloys, Sunroof, and Rear Spoiler still make the car a joy to drive.
We drive the car from Tucson to Phoenix monthly and all enjoy the comfort (even rear passengers)
Remote entry/alarm still working 5 years later (batteries changed as needed and was dealer installed).
100k mile extended warranty just paid for itself. 93k miles and still going strong.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 93000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Camry |
| Date of Entry | 5th February, 2004 |