1988 Toyota Corolla XL review from Hungary
"It is going to run until its 30th birthday"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brakes.
Suspension.
Engine rebuilt because someone drove in the winter uphill with a cold engine and full throttle.
Exhaust pipe.
Water pump.
Timing belt.
Windshield and right door because of an accident.
General comments?
Very reliable and fun to drive. It has a great ass and handles great.
After 21 years there is still no rust.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1988 |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1990 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 151000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 11th February, 2009 |