1982 Toyota Cressida GL review from Australia and New Zealand
"Reliable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator died at 140,000Ks.
Factory water pump died at 143,000.
General comments?
Typical 1980's Toyota reliability!
The 3 speed auto is useless for extended open road driving.
It's a luxury tank than handles like a barge with factory suspension.
Way better on gas than my old Audi 100, Subaru Legacy GTB, Mazda 323 etc!
Look for a factory 5 speed model, and consider lowering it n inch or 2 with new shock absorbers; it made a HUGE difference to mine!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1982 |
| Year of manufacture | 1982 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0, 21R Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 139000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 149580 kilometres |
| Previous car | Audi 100 |
| Date of Entry | 15th October, 2008 |