Re: Quattro-mobile (but NOT an Audi!!)

[cmice@mke.ab.com (Christopher Ice x2136)]

In a previous message,David Huddleson writes:
>
>I'll apologize first... my question regards purchasing a Toyota...
>
>BUT... I'm looking at a 1990 Toyota Corrolla Wagon 4X4 which has ALWAYS
>had dealer service (including oil changes!). The vehicle does have rather
>high mileage, 200,000 KM (about 124,000 miles). A one-owner vehicle, A/C
>and 5-speed.
>
>I'll be brief... anyone own one of these, or have any comments specifically
>for or against buying one? I'd think it would be a good stable-mate for
>our 1987 5000 TQ. Price could be around $CDN 6000-7000. (about $5000. USA)

My experience is that, as far as toyota's are concerned, this is the point at
which they become bothersome.  Engine and drivetrain problems start to set in 
and get $$$$ (especially 4X4).  I have heard nothing but good things, 
however, about the 4X4 wagon...well built, well designed, etc.  However, 124K 
is a LOTA miles.

For that price, you could get something older with fewer miles...remember,
it's not the age, it's the mileage (at least that's what the lady on the
corner said as she was offering me her services ;-) ). 

Chris
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