I owned a 2007 Corolla...same generation. It was an excellent, zippy little car. One of the best I've owned in terms of low cost of ownership and fun to toss around. However, and this is a big however. Take a LONG test drive in it before you buy it to make sure you're comfortable with the seating position. Most professional reviews of this car note the weird driving position, and it's true. The steering wheel does not telescope, and the pedals are pretty shallow in the foot well. Designed for short people apparently. If you have long legs, you may find the driving position awkward.
I learned to live with it in my car. Mine was a manual, so I was working a clutch as well, which didn't make that aspect any better (but it was entertaining to drive). You'll either like it or you won't...don't make a mistake of buying it without a thorough test drive.