1979 Toyota Corolla 1.3 from Australia and New Zealand
Summary:
Don't race it unless you're on dirt!
Faults:
Cracked cylinder head @ about 300,000 (it had a reconditioned engine put in).
Fatal collision resulting in a bent chassis was unable to be repaired because of rust.
General Comments:
A good first car... and a great rally car! Constant feedback from the steering wheel & gearbox added to great chassis balance means this car is best driven sliding sideways.
The most fun I've had, but sadly this car died a rally death... *sniff*
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 6th March, 2001
27th Feb 2002, 18:10
Great for rally is right - I used mine for 3 years (1997 to 2000) for rallies in Canada with no trouble until the front sub-frame broke. Awaiting repair and passing the safety engineers tests. I love the car!