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Toyota Corolla 1998 Problems

Are you having problems with your 1998 Toyota Corolla? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 1998 Toyota Corolla issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 1998 Toyota Corolla in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Toyota Corolla 1998: What is it worth?

A guide would be $1500 to $3500. A more accurate price would be dependent on condition and service history etc.

 

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Small reliable car options

The two new arrivals this year, the Mazda2 and Jazz, both get The Tick from me. The Jazz is better value in the basic car and the Mazda rival has a more substantial feel. Go for the Honda.

Old faithful

YOU'RE right to look at Toyotas for their renowned reliability. The car has average kilometres for a 10-year-old model. If it's in good condition, is safe, and has been well serviced, then consider it. Old Toyotas tend to battle on if they've been well looked after.

Belt up for own good

NORMALLY the timing belt would be changed at 150,000km, but there's usually a time period specified as well as the distance. Your car would have exceeded the time limit, being nine years old. I would definitely change the belt.

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