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Used 1997 Toyota Tercel Coupe Consumer Reviews

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4.63 out of 5 stars

248,000 miles, she deserves a rest

Happy, 09/29/2010
1997 Toyota Tercel CE 2dr Coupe
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

Bought with 30K, only problems two cats and one CV joint. Tranny's now becoming cantankerous. Best car in the world!

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Blackhawk Tercel

bettina, 04/19/2002
1997 Toyota Tercel Limited Edition 2dr Coupe
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

Great car. Nothing fancy - but reliable and inexpensive to maintain. Not for a taller or larger person - but great for a first or second car.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Love the 'cel

Alex, 08/13/2006
1997 Toyota Tercel CE 2dr Coupe
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Don't understand why Toyota stopped making these and moved on to the Echo. These are great little cars with awesome fuel economy. Built to last! Super reliable! Best student car ever!

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4.13 out of 5 stars

A Great Deal

jimharding, 06/03/2002
1997 Toyota Tercel CE 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Bought new. Have put 126K commuting miles on it. Have not put anything but basic maintenance into it. With the 5 speed it actually is a little peppy but not much passing power. Gets great mileage, about 38-40 mpg. Small back seat so its pretty uncomfortable for passengers. Small trunk space too. Overall, a good bargain for the price (new in '96 was $11,600).

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Toyota For Life

emily joones, 08/13/2010
1997 Toyota Tercel CE 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I've have driven all the American vehicle more than once but, I never dreamed that a Toyota would change my mind about driving. I have driven my '97" tercel for 2 yrs. W/o any major problems. I accumulated close to 300,000 miles. Love the dependability especially when your grandchildren are expecting to attend their sporting events. You have my vote for value.

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