1984 Toyota Tercel review from North America
"This car is reliable and inexpensive to maintain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The front seats are worn pretty badly.
Suspension needs replacement.
The engine has a small oil leak and valves are knocking slightly.
Heater core needs replaced.
General comments?
This car had been sitting for about a year when I bought it (for 25 cents, mind you). All I have had to do to it is replace rubber hoses and do a complete tuneup. It is running well in spite of the valve knock. On the highway I get about 34.5 miles per gallon. I love this car. Not only is it reliable, but it is easy to work on. The parts are also quite inexpensive. The only problem that I have had is not being able to find a repair book for it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1984 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 182000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 189000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Tercel |
| Date of Entry | 22nd April, 2005 |