Thinking about buying one. I will be wanting as new and low mileage as possible. Budget is probably $2000-3500. I'll need 4 doors, and prefer 5 speed UNLESS automatic is more reliable. I'd LOVE cruise. Need GOOD fuel economy.
How reliable are the motors and is there any one motor that is better than another?
What transmissions are more reliable?
What do all the SL, SC, etc designations mean?
Are there any items or trouble areas to watch for?
ANY other information would be much appreciated!!
FYI: I will be buying this to replace a 2003 Corolla 5 speed with 154k miles that gets 33mpg. Only had this car for 2 years and have had the common 5 speed input bearing problem. Had it "repaired", but is making noise again.
How reliable are the motors and is there any one motor that is better than another?
What transmissions are more reliable?
What do all the SL, SC, etc designations mean?
Are there any items or trouble areas to watch for?
ANY other information would be much appreciated!!
FYI: I will be buying this to replace a 2003 Corolla 5 speed with 154k miles that gets 33mpg. Only had this car for 2 years and have had the common 5 speed input bearing problem. Had it "repaired", but is making noise again.
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