1971 Toyota Corolla Deluxe review from Costa Rica
"Most reliable and cheap to run car ever made"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Dirt went inside the carburetor after 100 km in gravel roads.
One headlamp came off after a rally session.
General comments?
The engine in this car is just bulletproof.
It is bigger inside than you would think when looking at it from the outside.
Changes direction like a dream.
After 36 years in the road it still has not develop rattles.
Back seat is a bit uncomfortable.
Noisy at highway speeds.
Anyone with a wrench and screwdriver can fix it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1971 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.2 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 184000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 195000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Suzuki Sidekick |
| Date of Entry | 3rd October, 2007 |