1989 Toyota Corolla All-Trac from North America - Comments

15th Jun 2001, 10:23

"A great car, if you can find one"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Rear window wiper motor recently died. Very expensive to replace...$225/part.

Burning a little oil... blue smoke on start-up; stops in less than a minute.

General comments?

This has been, absolutely, THE best car I have ever owned. At 12 years old, it is still in immaculate shape. No rust, a few small dents or scratches, interior is very clean. No one believes it's an '89.

The car just blows through the snow, and the All-Trac (Locking Center Differential) is really great. I'm spoiled and won't go back to FWD or RWD, ever. I only wish it had a little higher ground clearance.

Missing item: cup holders!

One doesn't see many of these vehicles on the road, so it really stands out. Although, I noticed more of them in Ithaca, NY than anywhere else I've lived or traveled. Don't know why.


9th Apr 2003, 10:50

I have an 89 All Trac sedan... No sign of dying!!...original clutch... rally on!!!

Nick.


12th Aug 2007, 09:39

I also notice more of them in Berkeley, San Franciso, and Walnut Creek, California. On my block, there are three All-tracs, all the same color!

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