2004 Toyota Corolla CE review from North America
"Utter disappointment"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
After the warranty expired things started going wrong.
At 27,000 miles the charcoal canister assembly had to be replaced. Cost: $200.
At 28,000 miles the filler neck assembly and gas cap had to be replaced. Cost: $450.
Now at 28,500 miles there is a fast oop, oop, oop sound coming from the left front wheel area when I drive over 30 mph. I have to go get that checked out now. Terrific.
General comments?
To say I am disappointed is an understatement. I bought the Corolla because I thought it would run like a horse and have minimal maintenance issues.
Toyota quality has taken a plunge and their reputation is sullied in my eyes. I would not buy a Toyota again.
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| Quality car, inside and out |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 5 miles |
| Most recent distance | 28500 miles |
| Date of Entry | 1st July, 2007 |