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4.63 out of 5 stars

Runnig great for over 125,000 miles

Momooe, 03/12/2002
1996 Toyota Camry LE V6 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I had this car from day one and has no major repairs, no leaks. The only replacement I made was the FR axle and rack pinion. The secret: change oil every 5000 m thru 100K miles, then 3000 m after.

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5 out of 5 stars

Will always love my Camry

Kim, 07/07/2017
1996 Toyota Camry SE V6 4dr Sedan
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

If you're looking for a great car this is it. I've had this car for 4 years (bought it off my brother) she has some bumps and scratches, but overall she's a bad MF!!! She has 180,000 miles and still a champ!! I'm gonna miss her when she goes. (Not anytime soon though)

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Comfort
3 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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4.25 out of 5 stars

95 V6 LE

camry, 11/02/2002
1996 Toyota Camry LE V6 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Drive very quiet but boring. Front seats are uncomfortable, no lumbar support. I had to replace Axles and rack and pinion at 80K miles. Cassette died at 70K miles. Some engine oil leak and power steering oil leak. Very bad experience with Camry, never go for Camry again. Tip: Get a 4 cylinders Camry, it's better and maintence is cheaper.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Just keeps on going

I heart the Mry, 10/12/2009
1996 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My mom gave me this car in 2006 with about 140,000 miles on it. Earlier this year, I decided I should probably start saving for a new car, as the Toyota was getting old. By time this car dies I'll probably have saved enough to buy a new Mercedes. It just keeps going! At 173K right now with no major mechanical repairs. I have recently had little things happen, such as the trunk "pop" mechanism breaking, but I can access it through the backseat for now. I hope my next car (hopefully I can afford another Camry!) lives up to this one's standard.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Better than new

Dylan, 04/08/2008
1996 Toyota Camry Collector V6 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Bought in '05 with 148000 kms in perfect condition. Very well built (much better than most new cars), incredibly reliable, but a bit boring. The V6 is very smooth and quiet but it lacks low end torque and seems to bog if you step on it. Ride is very smooth but floaty and needs to be more controlled. Steering is not very sharp. Tranny shifts well most of the time, but short shifts in normal mode and hangs on to revs too much in power mode. Quality of materials and build is awesome. Leather is excellent quality but front seat padding is hard and pinches the thighs. Overall a very good car with some minor shortcomings.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great Car...

bhug, 03/22/2002
1996 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have had nothing go wrong with this car to date. I have replaced the front brakes and all four tires, but that's it. Couldn't ask for a more reliable car.

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5 out of 5 stars

It was a dream car

Jay Dee, 10/06/2005
1996 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This has been a dream car. Very few problems so far (140,000 miles). Roomy enough for our family, 31 mpg, etc. etc.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great beater or first car (96 camry LE)

Jeff, 06/28/2006
1996 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My dad got me this car when I was 17. It was truly a bargain at $3300. Even though it had 91000 miles, it still runs great. The only problem was that a window did not work. But that isn't too bad. The power isn't great with only 125hp but it uses high revs to maintain better acceleration. It is great with gas and also very reliable. A year ago, my dad brought a 04 camry. It is crazy how much it didn't change since my 96 camry. If you are looking for a cheap car, make sure you get one that lasts. And I believe the camry fits this description.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Excellent choice

wonderman, 05/05/2003
1996 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My 1996 camry has definitely been the best car I have ever bought. Even though the 4 cyl. could use more power, everything else is perfect. I have 96,000 miles on my camry and it still runs like the day I bought it. No major mechanical problems, just normal wear and tear. PERFECT CAR!!!!!

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Get the V6!!

qafFan, 09/11/2004
1996 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Owned my 1996 Camry since May of 1996 and it has been trouble free soo far. Has about 106,580 miles on it and i plan to put another 80,000 miles. Overall power is ok but merging and passing power is poor. Wish i got the V6 when i bought it. Fuel economy is decent about 20 mpg could be higher and has bout 300 miles between fill ups. So far no major problem accept the replacement of the timing belt when it has 60,000 miles. Recently serviced at the dealer for new steering boot, brake rotors, brake pads, and a new coolant tank. Overall a very nice and safe car to drive.

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