Toyota Corolla Hatchback (1997 - 2000) 1.3 GS 5d (1998/R) Owner Review

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.

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?

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.

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.