Clutch was needed at time of purchase.
Brakes were also almost useless.
Water pump puked at 465000.
Power steering idler hit the hood at 468000, car handled better w/o.
Synchros for 1st and 2nd were non-existent at time of purchase.
When I bought this car, it had already been beaten by a friend of mine for three years. Having paid $160.00 for it I didn't expect very much from the car, but I was pleasantly surprised when I finally got it going.
Though obviously worn out and mistreated, the car proved to be an absolute blast to drive, whether it be on a curvy blacktop, or an unpredictable logging road.
Aside from sucking all the dust off the back tires on back-roads, I haven't a single complaint. I can't even force myself to sell this car, even though I have a high performance Camaro in the garage.
If you find a bargain on a Corolla GT-S, don't hesitate. Even if you have trouble, it is a very easy car to work on.
P.S.-Set some money aside for a set of tires, you'll need them.
Still have the car?
Long_tran@hotmail.com.
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