1987 Toyota Corolla FX-16 IT review from North America
"0-60 in 5.2sec. 237horsepower. And its bone stock"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Needed a head gasket at 43,000 miles.
Goes through C/V joints very quickly.
Ignition coils went bad at 50,000.
Car has been very reliable for what it is, most likely the fastest front wheel drive street car in the world.
General comments?
0-60 in 5.2 seconds.
Quarter mile in 12.3 seconds.
6 speed transmission.
237hp at front wheels.
246 made in entire world.
And its bone stock.
If you can find one, and if you can afford it, (mine cost 24,899$ used)
and if you can live with a front wheel drive Corolla with almost 240h.p., and if you are any sort of car nut, you will have the most fun in your entire life.
It kicks some serious a$$
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| The 86 Corolla is a fine economy car and has quality workmanship |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Intercooled turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 32000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 54312 miles |
| Previous car | BMW 2002 |
| Date of Entry | 29th November, 2002 |