1996 Toyota Carina GLi review from UK and Ireland
"Nice cruiser, Brilliantly reliable. Will be kept until she gives up the ghost"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I use the car as a taxi, and though it has had its minor issues, overall I'm happy with her.
New radiator 130,000 (the original radiator).
That's about it, the rest has been service work, it never fails to start. Hot or cold.
Starting to burn a bit of oil, though nothing out of the ordinary for a car with 137000 miles.
General comments?
Nicely designed, great city car, comfy and quiet. She like a sup; for €50 I'd see 250 miles, not the best, but I do have a bit of a heavy foot.
The interior is a bit dull, but ergonomically laid out.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 89000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 137000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Carina |
| Date of Entry | 11th March, 2009 |