Toyota Corolla Hatchback (1992 - 1997) 1.3 GS 5d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It says I'm a very practical person with a credible and financially viable bank balance.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like the colour and the fact it has been a reliable car for the past 12 years.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, absolutely, it's the tops for reliability and body work.
What are you likely to buy next?
Toyota Auris.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,750
When did you buy the car?
May 2002
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes a really good deal.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Yes, had hired a similar one in Cyprus and was very impressed with it.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Just wonderful, responds very quickly and as I'm only short (5 foot 2 ) I'm able to see over the steering wheel and the visablity all around the car is just great.
What's it like to park?
Exceptionally good.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
I've owned this car for 12 years and have only had a new battery (this Spring) and 3 new tyres, plus a new cam belt in 2005. It still has the same exhaust as when I bought it.
What's most practical about your car?
The very large boot, you don't get such big boots nowadays.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Being as it is a fairly basic car, I just love the simplicity and wonderful reliability of it.
