1996 Toyota Starlet review from Greece
"Good well built car with few probs and good reselling value"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Ignition Failed at around 100,000kmh.
Fuel Pump failed (I frequently drove the car with nearly no petrol - hence my fault) at 120,000km.
Electric windows button failed (cheap replacement)
Driver seat started to wear near the stitching after 6-7yrs.
Nothing else, ever.
General comments?
Good motor, faster than most small city cars of its generation. Could do 170km/h until recently.
Heavy steering wheel (non-hydraulic)
Good Gearbox, never-ever missed a change.
Mediocre Brakes.
Fast turns not its strong point. Under-steered considerably.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 20000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 161000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 4th October, 2008 |