1996 Toyota Camry DX review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced timing belt shortly after purchase for preventative maintenance.
Check engine light on at 210,000 miles: plugging catalytic converter. Not replaced. Heat shield rattling.
Rear sway bar bushing replaced at about 218,000 miles. Advised of various leaking seals: not fixed due to small amount of oil loss and high cost of repair.
My previous Toyota also had a few leaks. That was really the only problem I had with it (other than rust and a starter).
General comments?
This car has more "get up and go" than my previous Corolla with automatic transmission. It is really a good car and insurance is reasonable for the under 25 year old crowd, as I am (the Camry demographic is typically 40-50 year olds). Also, operating and maintenance costs are low (dealer very helpful and reasonable even though I bought at an auction for a very good deal).
I would definitely buy a 3rd Toyota, though they aren't typically the most stylish of the bunch.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2L 4-cylinder (5S-FE) Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 207000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 221000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 22nd September, 2004 |