1980 Toyota Corolla Wagon review from North America
"Oh What a 25 Year Old Feeling!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
RR Leaf Spring
Heater Controls
Heater Core
battery
tires
clutch
driver seat track
hatch lift struts.
General comments?
I bought her for 50 bucks from a city dweller who didn't want to fix her anymore or have room to park her. So, a little rubbing compound, a lot of elbow grease and a c-clamp, I have a trusty commuter car to replace my Dodge Truck (imagine the difference in fuel economy!)
She runs great and in Washington State, I don't have to get emissions testing to license a 25 year old car!
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| The cutest car I will ever own |
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| Incredible. Buy one if you can find one in good shape. |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1980 |
| Year of manufacture | 1980 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 3TC Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 3 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 191500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 193000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge D100 |
| Date of Entry | 10th July, 2005 |