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accelleration, sulfur (rotten egg) smell, or sludge;
i have read many, many messages re these problems and don't know if they are particular to specific year cars only
i need to make a decision ASAP, as i don't think this one (for sale by toyota dealer) will last long.
thanks very much
~alpha
Also, has anyone cross shopped these two vehicles, and what impressions if any?
Any opinions and experiences would be most welcome.
http://www.toyota.com/about/news/product/2003/11/05-1-semashow.ht- - ml
Meet Corolla XRS, the 170 horsepower Corolla coming in 2004!
But overall, this is a step in the right direction. Now, if we can just get an XLE model w/NAV, power drivers seat, rear armrest, etc....
I still want the 2.0L or 2.4L RAV engine in this car!!
~alpha
I bet Toyota would simply shoehorn the 180hp Matrix/Vibe engine into the XRS Corolla. Think about it. If what I read from the link above the 04 Corolla S is selling well, why bother with a completely new though more powerful engine. Don't think the bean counters would allow it. Better check that parts bin first
Which in turn begs the question, why was the hot rod Matrix/Vibe engine not made available at the time of introduction for the 04 Corolla S.
The XRS IS DEFINITELY going to have the 1.8L from the Celica/Matrix, but according to the posted link above, its been re-tuned for better torque response in the lower/midrange than in those models. It's not really a "shoehorn" job per se, since the plain Jane Corollas use a 1.8L as well. "Shoehorn" would be what Nissan did in the Sentra, getting the Altima 2.5L in that engine bay.
~alpha
I would change three things 1) Wheels/tires: I would put at least 17" on this car, not just a 16" wheel/tire combo off a Matrix XR. 2) I would lower it a little, it looks like it sits too high, and 3) like everybody else said, lose the bodykit.
And I would change one thing to the interior, and that would be change the seats. They are kind of ugly, IMHO.
Besides that, though, I think Toyota has a winner here!
The XRS should have a torque curve very similar to what you are already used to in the regular corolla...the difference is, once you get those rpm over 6000, it will push you back in your seat hard, and never quit. Also, it will have the celica/matrix clutch and six-speed - a sweet combo to keep the revs up.
This would be the only corolla I would consider buying....and I am seriously considering doing just that when it arrives next May...
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
After all, it IS a bit of a gamble on Toyota's part. Most of the buyers that go out shopping for a sporty compact four-door go elsewhere, not to Toyota dealers. Maybe it will be a sleeper.
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
do the "04s have the same problem?
Have 2000 CE,39000 miles,not one problem yet and I got it new.
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I have a 1-inch scratch (without any denting) on one of the rear passenger doors. The scratch is not very fine, and I want to know what is my best option to fix it.
I have read that "scratch remover" products don't work. I have also heard mixed reviews about buying a tube of paint from the dealer: some people say it will leave the car looking like new, and others claim that it won't really hide it. Will applying paint myself make the rest of the paint look darker? Will it even work? Or is my best option to take the car to an auto body shop. Any ideas on how much it would run to do that?
On another note: what is the consensus on car washing? How often should it be done, does it damage the car? Same goes for waxing, and conditioning of a leather interior.
(Whoo a lot of questions! Thanks to anyone who helps a young driver!)
Congrats on what I assume is a new car for you. Glad to have you as a new member of the Town Hall.
As for car washes, it depends on whether you drive near the ocean or where road salt is used. If so, I'd wash it frequently to get the salt off. In the winter, I wash my vehicles as often as I can when driving on salted roads--but that is difficult when it snows a lot. Proper washing (e.g. no brushes, lots of water and car-wash soap) is not hard on a vehicle at all, and if you maintain a coat of wax on the car the water will never actually touch the paint. As for waxing, do it at minimum whenever water no longer beads up on the car. For me, that's at least 3-4 times a year. The more you wash a car, the more frequently you'll need to wax it.
I've never owned a car with a leather interior so I'll leave that to others.
I think I'll buy the paint, polish, and wax myself. Thanks again for your help!
and it is so far from my expectation.
i drive half city and half freeway, and i am used to push the RPM around 2,000~3,000... mostly @ 3,000
isn't it supposed to be around 32~38 at least?
i am dispointed about the performance, or every car is like this?
this is just my first car, thanks for any advising
However, you may increase you milage by adhering strictly to the servicing schedule of your vehicle, if you already arent. (I personally feel that 7500 miles in mixed driving is too far on one batch of oil, especially if you're crossing seasons within that mileage.) Also, did you purchase your vehicle new or used?
~alpha
If yours is brand new, it will get better as it gets broken in.
thanks so much for both of your opinion
i bought a brand new one, and i had about 12,000 on it.
it is Automatic.
jacknimble ,what do you mean by"If yours is brand new, it will get better as it gets broken in."? isnt that old cars always have worse EPA than new ones?
Some people saying that they buy Toyotas because they are so easy to maintain;only oil change is enough
But if you go to thoes service stations they always tell you that you need some service other than just oil change, such as Flushing Engine(they told me good for every 10k miles), injection...ect.
I dont know if they are necessary, but i really like my car in a good condition. are they really worth it? appreciate for sharing your opinion again
~alpha
Gas mileage improves as the car engine and drivetrain breaks in, typically about 5000 miles. If you read long-term test results, such as Car and Driver or Edmunds, you will notice they measure these things when new, then measure them as they drive them. Mileage and even performance generally increases as the car gets some wear on it, then later in life, it begins dropping. Just like our bodies
If yours has 12,000 on it now, it is likely getting the best mileage it will ever get with your driving style, environment, and type of driving.
Dealerships and even the local tire shop/gas station make a LOT of money performing needless service on cars. Go by the book Toyota gave you and don't worry about it.
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
And I also agree that Consumer Reports' overall mileage measurement is VERY VERY close to the real numbers we have achieved with our cars over the years. If they say a good overall average is 29 mpg, then plus or minus 1-2 mpg, that is what the vast majority of folks are probably seeing. Their test is extremely "real", much more so than the EPA test, and also reliably repeatable.
jacknimble, i guess i just treated my little "buddy" too nice, take too much care on it.thank you!
nippononly, you got 31-32 mpg in your Matrix auto? wow... corolla is supposed to be more economy than Matrix! cant believe it!
jrct9454,do you know if civic saves more fuel than corolla?
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
I have a 95 DX with a manual and I have never got below 34 mpg. My car has 148,000 on it.
Find another dealer. One that cares about you and your problems.