1988 Toyota Corolla XL review from Costa Rica
"Superb family-sporty sedan"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I had to repair the air conditioning system three times. Minor leaks and seals that failed.
I had to rebuild the engine after 250000kms of hard work.
Besides that, only scheduled maintenance.
I had to change the front seats cover, after 225000kms of having people on them.
General comments?
This car is the best I ever had. I bought it like new and still like new. I have no complaints.
It is a very fast car and totally reliable. It has never let me down.
We raced about 2 years, like 4 years ago and it has a stunning performance. This is the main reason I had to rebuild the engine.
My wife and I are in love with this car and probably we won't let this baby go ever. As a matter of fact if I will like to buy another Corolla like '95 or so.
This car looks good and feels good.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 90000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 265000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Patrol |
| Date of Entry | 22nd June, 2001 |