Toyota Corolla Car 1988 - Review

I used two 988 Toyota Corolla cars one after the other since 2002 till May 2007. Both the used Toyota Corolla cars had mileage of less than 200,000 KM when I started using them.

True to their name, it was a lovely experience to have driven them. They were not any hi-fi cars. They were simple automatic 4-door cars. My experience with them was very satisfactory. They were remarkable in every way.

They saved me on gas; they were reliable and never left me on the road. Their transmission was superb and they drove very nice.

Of course, I took good care of them. As soon as I sensed any little problem, I used to run to the mechanic and get it examined.

Before, buying my first Toyota car, I was told that Japanese cars are expensive to maintain. I did not find anything like that. Of course I used to shop at different places. Over time, I got hang of some cheap places and I had no difficulty.

I mostly bought used parts including tires, oil pan, radiator etc. to replace the worn ones. This way it was not very difficult to maintain these two cars. I think there are a lot of dealers and mechanics who specialize only in Toyota cars. Over time I tested them and knew the ones with best prices and service. This way, I got a good deal at most of the times.

They are not maintenance free. Sine their engines and transmission are quite reliable, they make such great cars.

So basically, if you take care of these cars, they will prove to be very reliable and worry free for a long time. I will not say that I did not have any problems, but I could have them with any car.