1982 Toyota Cressida 5ME

Summary:

A really good car, problems can be expensive, still good car

Faults:

Air conditioning leaked out all the R-12

Oil leaked, causing engine to go bad, otherwise it still would've gone another 25k at least.

Glove box door cracked up.

Dashboard began to crack.

Transmission showing wear.

General Comments:

Despite any problems, overall this car is REALLY a good car. I must say that I'd buy another one in a heart beat. A car that even though it's 21 years old, still looks good on the road. Do be aware that if you're in a fender bender, the car crinkles up, but I think that's common today. I had to replace a fender, and they aren't cheap.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 12th May, 2003

1982 Toyota Cressida 2.8L Inline 6

Summary:

Solid - rock solid, best car ever built! I love it!

Faults:

Air conditioning Leaks

Motor blew, my fault.

Transmission acts up on cold day.

General Comments:

Great car!

Sat in yard for five years, while I rebuilt the motor really slowly.

Took it out on the road and it drives more solid than cars built in 1994. Certainly worth keeping. You want to sell me your old Cressida? I'd sure be interested! :-)

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 24th April, 2003

13th Apr 2004, 00:26

I own one too! It's a really fun car to drive love it even more in the rain when the back - end breaks loose and you can really have some fun! But if and when the transmission starts slipping a little or you hear a clanking when you come to a stop the problem is easily fixed, most of the time it just needs new transmission fluid. After that it should stop slipping in cold weather.

(P.s. only slide that car around if you know what you're doing or else you'll be out a great car)

16th Dec 2008, 00:28

I've had mine for years! A comfortable car, and has remained that way since I bought it. Has over 210,000 miles on it and keeps strong. Only problem it's had is some minor body damage (my fault of course), the A/C has never worked, and the rear u-joint went out a while ago.