Toyota Carina Estate (1988 - 1992) 1.6 GL 5d (1988/F) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
the car is slightly boring but very very reliable just like me.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
they love it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
no because they dont make it any more and it is now a bit out dated.
What are you likely to buy next?
dont know, any estate car i see and can afford
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,200
When did you buy the car?
October 1994
Did you get a good deal and why?
the deal was ok because the car was 6 years old but looked like new.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
looks and practicality
What was the dealer like?
very professional,not at all pushy and very efficient like most toyota dealers.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
great, like sitting in an armchair. it goes fast when you want it to, but cruises at motorway speeds all day even when loaded to the roof.
What's it like to park?
dead easy, power steering is brilliant
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
in 14 years only the normal stuff like exhaust, brakes etc. it has had a new radiator and petrol filter but nothing major.
What's most practical about your car?
space, its huge load space is great
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
electric sun roof.
