1979 Toyota Corolla SE review from Australia and New Zealand
"A bargain with 12 months rego for $A1000"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Water jacket sprung a leak under normal usage.
The rust was getting a bit out of control in the doors, boot, wheel arches, front guards and sills and underneath the boot.
Leaking water in the boot.
Would not start due to ballast resistor failing.
Replaced 3 manifold gaskets in 3 months due to stupid apprentice mechanics.
Rear wheel bearings decided to lock up whilst just driving along home, drove into gutter.
General comments?
She's a lovely piece of motoring history, very good in the mud, great rally car, has never failed in the 4 years I've had it.
Handles great at high speed, great to get sideways.
The seats are great for vinyl and are very comfortable very cold in the winter inside and very hot in the summer due to the black interior.
The instruments were clear and concise and the functions such as wipers and heater were in good places, good driving position, visibility is good.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1979 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 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 | 102000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 135000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 17th May, 2002 |