Faults:

Alternator went out. New one did not cost that much --$78.

I purchased new spark plugs and wires-$22.

Clicking sound can be heard when cutting the wheel.

Sometimes it is hard to start and frequently"floods out."I suspect carburetor problems.

General Comments:

I bought this beautiful car just two weeks ago for only $300!I mean, the body and trim are almost like new. No rust, dents, tears in the seats, cracks in dash, ect.After cleaning it up it shines up like a new penny!

I read the reviews here about these cars and it influenced me to buy it. I could not resist it for the price, but I did anticipate some problems.

However it burns no oil or tranny fluid;that's the main thing. The engine is clean. But it often floods out. I can go a few miles, shut it off and it will turn over, but not start. The odor of gas is strong. I think it is flooding out somehow -- but after 10 minutes it will start. This is the only problem with it right now. Wish I could fix it!

This is a real nice car and would be a pleasure to drive if I can get the problem fixed.

My local parts store told me these cars can last up to 250,000 miles and sometimes more!

I am not going to give up on it -I plan to get a good mechanic to fix it.

Faults:

Had to replace the clutch at 30,000 miles - it had not been installed correctly according to the mechanic. No other major replacements until after 100,000 miles. Since then struts, air conditioning (all parts) alternator, brakes, distributor, fuel pump, drivers electric window controller have all been repaired or replaced as needed.

The material on the drivers seat is worn.

There are a few rust spots.

General Comments:

This car has served me well.

It has been reliable and fuel effecient.

Faults:

Very little. Other than having the valves ground at 93,000 when I bought the car second hand, all I have done basically is tune it up, and get the oil changed at regular intervals. That's it! Oh, I did put a new muffler on her a few years back, but that's it!

General Comments:

A friend urged me to get a Toyota back in '93 because of the high quality and dependability of Toyota.

I saw this car on a lot in 1993, test drove it, and knew it was for me. Absolutely the most reliable, dependable car I have ever owned. Since '93 I have only put about 53,000 miles on her in 11 years, and runs as strong as when I first bought her.

The only disappointment I can think of is the gas mileage isn't all that great. Its not bad, really, but not great in city driving.