1997 Toyota Carina Classic review from Iceland
"One of the best cars in the world!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Changed time belt after 100.000 km.
Bought new tires after 85.000 km.
General comments?
Much more economical than handbook figures suggest, It consumes about 7 liters pr. 100 km, based on 4 years general driving.
Everything is original in the car, even the exhaust system and the brakes.
Its common to see 20 years old Carina's in original condition, driven more than 500.000 km.
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| 1996 - Carina 2.0GLI 2L petrol The car in front STILL is a Toyota |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6i petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 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 | 30000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 120000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 11th September, 2003 |