1986 Toyota Corolla AE82 review from Australia and New Zealand
"A low budget performance car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Since I have owned this car I have had to replace the alternator at a cost of $66. I will also need to buy an alternator belt, replaced the wiper blades, right-hand high/medium globe. For something with so many kms on it, the interior is doing well. Broken window wiper and glove box hinge. Fuel gauge not working properly.
General comments?
The Twin Cam Corolla is a great car and very fuel-efficient. I have placed aftermarket struts in mine so the handling is even better. A sports exhuast system gives it a little more go. Also, a set of king springs improve looks and make it a real buzz to drive. My car already has 350,000 kays on the dial tho' I feel it could do that again.
Recommended reviews
| 1986 - Corolla 1.6 fuel injected Still goes like a rocket even with close to 300 000 k's |
|
| 1985 - Corolla FWD CS Sedan 1.6 What else... Oh what a feeling... My 'Rolla |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4A-GE 1.6 Twin Cam Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 345000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 352000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Hyundai Excel |
| Date of Entry | 21st May, 2003 |