1979 Toyota Corolla SE review from Australia and New Zealand
"A slow and low performance car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front disc brakes need machining, rear brake drums already have been done.
Overheats like you wouldn't believe, 10 minutes and it's on 3/4.
RUST!!! It's everywhere! Along the roof lining, near front guards, boot etc!
Hole in the muffler.
General comments?
Well, it was bought as a first car to learn to drive in! Well at least my sister wasn't going to die in a high speed crash!
It is very slow and when it is cold (temperature) it takes a very long time to get up to 60km/h. When it's warm, it's a bit more responsive.
Needs 2 people holding guards to get smoke peeling from the tyres, If you don't have a guard lift, NO CHANCE!
Good for your kids if you are worried.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.2 leaded Automatic |
| Performance marks | 2/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 172000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 180000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda 626 |
| Date of Entry | 2nd December, 2000 |