Nothing has gone wrong, but I am concerned that something will.
The car is a little scary in winter or icy conditions. Very poor tires come with new car.
The engine noise at about 3000 RPM is very loud and annoying. It makes the car feel cheap. This is a real design issue that I am sure Toyota knows about. I bought a Corolla for quality, not a Ford Escort, but this is very disappointing.
Interior noises crop up from time to time, like dashboard vibrations, or window/door vibrations.
Visibility is somewhat obstructed by the windshield frame that protrudes so far forward. I have been surprised by cars that appeared out of no where blocked by these.
I can't get the radio/CD adjusted for quality sound. It seems to have too much bass, or becomes very tinny.
Car is efficient, and if it has the longevity that I am accustomed to I'll probably have it for ten years.
In regards to the scary winter conditions, I had my 2004 Corolla S skid off of the road in the snow last winter. Probably could blame the tires and a little too much speed, however it happened without any warning.
I have a hard working 2003 Corolla LE driven 60,000 miles in 23 months. The car is well maintained by the dealer. Life time oil change service cover the every 3000 miles oil change. The rattle noises from the dash and windows is true. I have the same problem. But one problem I have is that when I am driving at 2,000 RPM, about 50 - 55 MPH. There is a humming noise coming from the transmission. It is annoying. The car was took back to the dealer, but the dealer claim they cannot duplicate the noise. For this matter, I have emailed TOYOTA. The result is pending. Does any one have the same problem? I also have a 1999 Corolla CE. It runs great no problem.
I've had the problem with the windshield frame as well.
I just can't believe that a car this reputed and after going through version can have a design issue so basic as this.
While I agree with the peppiness of the engine and overall feel of the car, I also have one plagued with interior buzzes/rattles. I have not kept track of the rpms when they happen, but I have quite a few.
1. Left window frame top.
2. Left window frame bottom.
3. Lower part of instrument cluster.
4. Dashboard on top toward window left and right sides.
5. Radio trim top.
And last, but not least, and the worst noise (s) of all:
6. All three of the mode selector switches (AM/FM/Disc) rattle like crazy at almost any speed. The were so bad that they covered the other ones. When I finally put a piece of electrical tape on the edge of them to quiet them, all the other ones popped to the surface.
These noises all appeared within the first few months of having the car (original owner) and are getting worse. I cannot for the life of me understand how the radio buttons being designed for a loose fit ever got past quality control.
When I bring this up with the dealer, they say they've never heard of this. Yet I can google 2005 Corolla and find this noise problem in a lot of spots on the web. I still have two years bumper to bumper. I guess I'm gonna have to get more insistent.
Is my plight an isolated incident? I think not...
As for the tires... they are OEM tires...
When I get my new Corolla LE I already have my local tire guy ready with brand new tires for it. I will swap out the factory tires.
They are never any good.
Okay, complaining about too much bass in the radio...pleeease. There are adjustments for that.
Corolla's are one of the finest cars ever built. I own a 2003 Corolla S and think its the best car I ever owned. If your one of those people who want everyone to notice you - Don't get a Corolla, there's too many on the road (for a good reason I may add!) Great on fuel, fun and tight to drive. Front ends rarely wear out (compare that to a Ford, Dodge or GM, you'll be dishing out for years to come). If I had the chioce I would have had the 5 speed instead of the auto, but it wasnt available at the time. Bottom line is if you want a car for 20 years, with little repair costs down the road, get a Corolla. Biggest tip with any Import is to have it undercoated with a quality product and your good to go for 500,000 KM!!!
I have had issues with the trunk lid... lock is not very good, key does not go in and come out easily.
The trunk has opened on its own when I was on the highway.
Seats are not comfortable.
The CE base model is just a box on wheels, was not worth the price all.
Runs well but is the most noisy 4 cylinder car I have ever had.
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