1997 Toyota Corolla SD review from North America
"Exceptional"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I still have trouble with the water pump (but not a big deal, I can survive... I don't change it, no need).
I changed the washer pump (20$) and I fixed it myself.
General comments?
It's an excellent car, I never had the problems with the cars like Toyota (my first car in Canada - I'm European - was a Dodge Caravan... a lemon, after I bought a Toyota Tercel, not only one problem and I used it one year).
With my Corolla, I know that I have to put the gas and do not forget to change the oil. It have a standard transmission... it's not a very strong car, it's a little and inexpensive car.
Two words for you, if you prefer the reliability to the comfort : TRY IT!
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| Never owned a better car! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 105000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 145000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota Tercel |
| Date of Entry | 13th April, 2008 |