1993 Toyota Tercel Base from North America - Comments

4th Apr 2001, 17:01

"Great first car"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

The only real problem I have with the car is whenever I start the car, it burns oil and smokes at startup. This has resulted in my having to put a quart of oil in about every 2 weeks or so. I took it to a repair shop, but they said there was nothing they could do short of replacing the whole engine. They suggested the heaviest weight motor oil (20W-50) but unfortunately it hasn't helped much.

General comments?

The car gets me from point A to point B every time and in all weathers. Reliable.

I can go a week and a half without putting gas in it, GREAT gas mileage.


17th Jul 2001, 14:20

I have the same situation here. The car burns oil at start up but otherwise works like a charm.

My mechanic told me the same story about this problem (replace the engine). I'll wait until I save the money for it.

By the way, it's my first car and I am very pleased!

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