1989 Toyota Corolla SR5 review from North America
"Love it, but needs better after-market parts"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
So far 3 alternators in 3 years. I am running amps and speakers.
Air conditioning went.
General comments?
This car is the most reliable car I have bought. I will never get rid of it, even when the motor goes I'm putting another one in. There is something about the car I can't explain. The downfall is I can't find performance parts anywhere.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 118000 miles |
| Previous car | GMC S15 Jimmy |
| Date of Entry | 17th February, 2001 |