1989 Toyota Corolla review from North America
"Good first car, low maintenance, NOT for off road driving"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I bought the car, it didn't work. I replaced the battery and cleaned the fuel system to get it starting again.
The only real problem that I have had with the car is that now that it is almost 13 years old, the plastic pieces are starting to snap. I have replaced each interior door handle at least once, and most window cranks. I have invested about $20 in junk yard pieces.
The ignition wiring went at 108500 it cost me $2 o fix it.
I have had a couple of minor problems with the car though. The speakers were cheap and could not handle the power of my CD player, and the exhaust system has rotted away... twice.
The car is starting to rust and needs a paint job badly.
General comments?
The Corolla is a little bit small and very ugly, but it is great with gas and speed. The speedometer only goes to 110 but mine has gone at least 120. The car needs very little maintenance, just change the oil and the filters and it should be all set.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6L AE92 Don't Know |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 106000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 108900 miles |
| Date of Entry | 29th December, 2002 |