1989 Toyota Corolla All-Trac review from North America
"A great car, if you can find one"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear window wiper motor recently died. Very expensive to replace...$225/part.
Burning a little oil... blue smoke on start-up; stops in less than a minute.
General comments?
This has been, absolutely, THE best car I have ever owned. At 12 years old, it is still in immaculate shape. No rust, a few small dents or scratches, interior is very clean. No one believes it's an '89.
The car just blows through the snow, and the All-Trac (Locking Center Differential) is really great. I'm spoiled and won't go back to FWD or RWD, ever. I only wish it had a little higher ground clearance.
Missing item: cup holders!
One doesn't see many of these vehicles on the road, so it really stands out. Although, I noticed more of them in Ithaca, NY than anywhere else I've lived or traveled. Don't know why.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 125000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 170000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 15th June, 2001 |