1993 Toyota Carina Executive review from UK and Ireland
"What a great car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Radiator needed replacing at 102000 miles.
Following a timing belt change the water pump failed.
Rear anti roll links replaced.
Engine mount (front) replaced.
General comments?
The purchase of the car was a quick decision as my previous car had been written off. I did not put a lot of thought into it.
I have since grown to love this car. I drove 200m a day 5 days a week for a year to work and back. This was mostly motorway and I did not drive slowly... trust me!!! I have since got a job closer to work and the mileage is less.
This car is awesome. It performs well in all areas. OK... you're not going to attract women with it... but if she's a keeper she won't mind!
Took it to Italy and back last year. Not a hi-cup...
I would recommend this car, although I guess they are becoming scarce due to the age.
I see that the first generation Avensis is closely related. This may be a very good buy.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1993 |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 49950 miles |
| Most recent distance | 122000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Golf |
| Date of Entry | 17th January, 2009 |