Used 1998 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan Consumer Reviews
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My Corolla is still going strong...
baba_ganoush, 04/13/2005
Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
Bought an LE (Touring) in 1998. 30 seconds out of the showroom, it started making this HORRIBLE grinding noise. Dealer fixed it under warranty (a loose lug nut in the front aluminum alloy wheels), but entire new car experience was compromised. Then, for the first 20k miles, the car made a squeaky old mattress noise -- turned out the Goodyear Integrity tires had uneven wear. Goodyear disagreed, so did the Berkeley, CA dealership. Bought tires (Pirellis) out of own pocket. Noise went away for a bit, but came back at 40k. Bought new Yokohamas, and has been perfect since. Back seat had enough barely enough leg room - - it is a total joke. Auto. tansmission pickup is pathetic. Still LOVE IT!!
Looks like hell but is stupid reliable
Steve G, New Hartford, NY, 09/07/2019
Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car about 4 years ago with 115,000 miles. I literally have only done brakes and a battery, besides oil changes. Mine has the 5 speed. The interior is well worn and the usual door handle breakage but all stuff anyone can replace like I have. It now has over 314,000 miles on it. When the time comes I will get another Toyota.
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Not Toyota's Best
Jon H, 03/11/2005
Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
I dont know what everyone is talking about. I have had my car for 3 years. I bought it used in 2002 w/ about 68,000 miles. And the list of problems start 3 days after I bought it. I don't know if I got the runt or what. But this car is crap. Seats are hard, uncomfortable for drives longer then 20 mins. I had to have a new engine put in it just about 100,000 miles. Only good thing I can say, is I'm glad I bought the extended warantee. Which just went up @ 104K, and now it needs new seals.... just lovely. I bought this car expecting so much. And I must say it has let me down. I honestly wish I had just kept my '98 Dodge neon. Yes you heard me.................
Great little car!
eemg6, 07/21/2003
Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
My parents got me this car to drive to college and they have not regretted it. At 5,142 miles, it has plenty of pep-my mother prefers to drive it than her Lexus! The fuel economy is excellent, and the saftey features are also very appreciated. The only problem I have had is the passenger side power window/lock piece springing up-but the dealer replaced it with no charge. It is definately a fun, reliable, and practical car. I would most certainly recommend the Toyota Corolla.
RELIABLE!
Oregonbeauty, 02/28/2010
Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this as a previous leased vehicle with 39,900 miles. I now have 121,000 and mechanically have only replaced the battery & put pads on the brakes. The interior integrity has not been the best, but I can rely on it to run & get me where I want to go. Radio is on/off, replaced both front door handles(not cheap), but I totally would & will by another Toyota. My daughter is buying one in 2 days. She needs a reliable car. I get 28-32 MPG mixed. Replaced the battery & put pads on my brakes. Regular tune up at 110,000(first set of plugs) Love the car. Not the most comfortable, but it never lets me down.