My Toyota Corolla is and has run very well, I would trust it with my life it is that dependable. I have not had any problems except the paint on the rear bumper is pealing... how do I fix it at a low cost to me?
The engine is great and it gets great gas mileage. It is the most reliable car I have ever owned.
If you want to fix the paint at the cheapest cost possible, do it yourself. I'm not sure where you live, but any automotive store (Canadian Tire in Canada), or Toyota dealer has spray paint to match any car make. You should find your paint number on the inside of the left front door (where the door latches itself when closed). You will also need sand paper, and a primer paint.
1. Sand down, or smooth out, the parts that are peeling, or the whole bumper.
2. Cover up all parts that might get over spray (lights, other body parts not to be touched, etc.). You can use newspapers, paper, etc.
3. Spray sanded area with primer. Do a couple of coats. Let dry as directed on bottle.
4. Spray bumper with car paint. Do not hold can too close, so you don't get runs. Also, you will need more than one coat. Let paint dry before spraying again.
All of this should cost you no more than $15 Canadian.
Hope this helps. My email address is wojtek112@hotmail.com, if you have more questions.