Used 1997 Toyota Corolla Sedan Consumer Reviews
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1998 COROLLA LE, black
guitartec, 07/13/2014
updated 01/15/2020
1997 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
1998 COROLLA LE AUTOMATIC. I bought it in Sept 2012 with a confirmed 98K on the odometer with the intent of keeping it for MANY years to come. I drive 100 miles per day, so I want the ride quality top notch (well balanced). Due to this, I personally installed a new Bilstein suspension, including new "normal ride height" springs, all greasable good quality fittings, super heavy-duty inner tie rods and polyurethane bushings. I did this because the orig. suspension was sagging a bit making it tough to get over the bump at the foot of my driveway. UPDATE 7/2016- All the greasable front-end parts wore out very quickly (within 2 years) so I replaced all the Mevotech X-Factor parts with ProForged parts. Just replaced the exhaust manifold and downpipe and ordered new wheels and tires. Did all this for its 200k birthday (and to pass inspection). UPDATE 1/2017- All the Mevotech X-Factor parts are gone out of the front end. They were worse than the original greasable components. The Proforged front-end parts are doing a great job of surviving the rigors of winter in New England, but are finally starting to show signs of wear. The Corolla is going strong but is starting to use about a half qt. of oil a week. Can't complain. ME WHINING.... I spent considerable money trying to make this car a smooth highway driver. It is much better than when I got it, but even with alloy wheels and excellent well-balanced tires, the car simply has certain speeds where it harmonically vibrates, which is noticeable by its steering wheel shake. All I can say is my 92 Subaru Legacy wagon had the best steering feel of any car I've ever owned. UPDATE 1/13/2018- 98 Corolla LE is still running well at 230k miles. There is something loose in the front end, but it's winter, so it'll have to wait til it's warmer to wear out. Remember, this car drives about 98% highway every day. It should go 300k no problem. We'll see. UPDATE 12/2018- I sold the Corolla LE with approx. 235k on the odometer. It still ran just fine, but I needed a bigger car. I found a mint 99 Camry XLE with 82K. It's smmoooottthh on the highway and while the gas mileage isn't nearly as good (26-27mpg), it's a better car for me. I will say this... after owning the Corolla LE and now this Camry, I cannot believe how different these two cars are. Literaly like they are from two different companies. It's like a Subaru and a VW, but while they are vastly different, you can see some similarities.
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The Best Car Ever
Sophia, 06/06/2008
1997 Toyota Corolla CE 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I, unfortunately, was forced to sell my car 6 months ago because of a move. It was the best car ever! My mom purchased it new in 1997 and she passed it on to me with 30,000 miles in 2000. I drove it on long trips, long commutes, and stop and go traffic for 8 years and it NEVER gave me any trouble. The only thing I changed on it is the battery after 9 years of use and the tires because of normal wear and tear. I did regular maintenance on it to make sure it stayed happy and that's all I needed to do. I miss that car so much. If you get a chance to get one, buy it, you will not be disappointed!
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nmyrmel, 01/16/2003
1997 Toyota Corolla DX 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for 2 and half years and it hasn't had any trouble at all. Just change the oil and go. Decent acceleration for a 1.8 liter engine.
Luv it more every day
jhub, 06/05/2008
1997 Toyota Corolla CE 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Only owned car for 3 months. The more I drive it the more I love it. Have had to replace a couple of engine mounts to take care of vibrations. Has 105000 miles so we have alot of life. The clear coat is coming off some parts but it's a '97. Gas mileage is consistantly 31 mpg (auto trans). That is great with gas at $4.10 per gallon. My kids find the back seat very comfortable. Only complaint is it needs usable cup holders front and back. Over all great little car. But it is little. Trunk is large for such a small car. We installed window tint on back windows which really helps keep heat down inside car. A/C works great, very cold. Handles very well in all conditions. Love it.
my car
gus, 10/12/2002
1997 Toyota Corolla DX 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
the corolla is a great car for anyone. It gets from point a to b wonderfully and it is very reliable. i've had mine for a little more than a year, its got over 100000 miles, and all i've had to do besides change the oil is put in a new battery and a belt that had worn out.