Toyota Corolla Hatchback (1997 - 2000) 1.3 GS 5d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
You don't care about cars or style.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all appreciate its reliability but nobody's ever asked me whether they can have a go in it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I inherited the car and definitely made the right decision to keep it. I'm going to change it within the next year though and I won't be buying another. I want something bigger and sportier.
What are you likely to buy next?
Audi A4 or maybe a 3 series BMW.
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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?
£0
When did you buy the car?
January 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
It was inherited.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It does a job. Nippy around town and comfortable on the motorway but the handling isn't great and top end acceleration is poor.
What's it like to park?
Easy enough, good visibility and steering.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The car had done 70,000 miles when I got it. It's done 120,000 now and I've only had to replace a wheel bearing in that time.
What's most practical about your car?
It's bomb proof, I have 100% confidence in it.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
There's no gadgets as such but it's well specced, a/c, remote alarm, electric windows and electric sun roof.
