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Great Used Car
ClayFromCarlisle, 06/09/2003
1997 Toyota Camry XLE V6 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car a little over a year ago, and it has been an absolute joy to drive. Right now, the odometer reads 124,000 miles, and it looks, rides, and drives like it has 50,000 miles. As far as problems, there have been none except for a bad speaker. All maintenance has been performed on time. By the way, the oil sludge problem is highly overrated. There is an 8 year / unlimited mile warranty on suspect engines. Toyota has gone out of their way to ensure customer satisfaction. As far as the whiners who submit reviews, GET OVER IT. Cars cost money to maintain. The Camry is no exception. However, it has cost less than most cars on the market.
My Baby
BrockLanders, 02/13/2006
1997 Toyota Camry LE V6 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Got this car from my parents in high school and now I have it at college with me. I've been waiting for this car to break so I can get less of a "Mom Car", but the car never has a problem. The only major repair in 9 years has been a strut replacement. That's it! The interior quality is impeccable, and the ride and cab noise are as good as my dad's lexus. Additionally, the spoiler, moon roof, and surprisingly powerful V6 do take a bit of the Mom Car edge off. I've honestly gotten her up to 130mph, which isn't so much me bragging about being an idiot, but a testament to this car's transcendence above the typical family sedan stereotype. All in all, its a fantastic car worth more than it's cost.
you won't find better than this!!!
Ravchic4, 07/23/2003
1997 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned the 97 toyota camry for a few years now, and i must say, it is the best car i've ever driven! its so much fun to drive, with an INCREDIBLE sound system (i bet you couldn't even install a better one!), comfort, and reliability. the ride is also so smooth and relaxing!
Best Car I've Ever Had
Bernadette, 08/05/2002
1997 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
After well over 90,000 miles, my Camry rides and looks like a new car. The only thing I've replaced are tires. Reliability is the #1 thing I look for in a car and the Camry has it. I recommend it for anyone and will purchase another. I like the newly designed 2002 or 2003 Camry. I owned a Corolla before the Camry. Too small and uncomfortable for long rides, but it was still a very reliable Toyota product.
Mixed Feelings
camrydriver, 10/26/2009
1997 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with 80,000 miles and now it has 190,000. Started having problems about 2 years ago. Key wouldn't turn in ignition, $200 to fix. Now I have multiple oil leaks in the front & back of the engine. Radiator is cracked and timing belt needs to be replaced. Woodgrain is cracked and peeling. Rear door handle doesn't work from inside. Struts/shocks are bad. With all problems, it's never broken down and has taken me many miles. Not sure if I need to spend the $$ to get it repaired as it'll be more than it's worth right now. I'm torn b/c this is a good car. Mom's is 1 year newer and never any of these problems.