1997 Toyota Camry LE review from North America
"Good for gas, but the small things add up in costs"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Valve seals had to be replaced right after purchase.
Right front speaker blew around 75,000 miles.
Material falling down from ceiling of car around 77,000 miles.
Outside drivers door handle broke completely off around 85,000 miles.
Inside drivers door handle broke at 93,335.
Material under the hood falling off at 93,400.
Also hood latch is not popping hood up and sometimes cannot be opened at 93,400.
The vehicle does not have any acceleration power on the highway.
General comments?
Great on gas and mileage.
Lots of space for passengers.
The plastic features break easily and often.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 36000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 94000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Camry |
| Date of Entry | 19th May, 2005 |