How long will my Corolla last?

Question

Recently purchased an 03 Corolla CE with only 32k miles on it. It is in great shape.

Given that I am an extremely conservative driver and that I live in the cold and snowy northeast, how long can I expect this car to last me as long as I do all the required maintenance? Thanks.

Answer 1

http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2006/10/toyota_quality.html
2003's may not have been as bad, but its the same model and was recently scored in 5/6 for small sedans by Car and Driver

Answer 2

Take excellent care of your car and you will enjoy it for a VERY long time--at least 10-15 years and maybe 150,000 miles or more. Japanese cars are very durable being excellently engineered and designed.

Although I have not owned a Corolla, I had a Honda Civic that had 111,000 miles on it and was 16 years old. It was in excellent condition. I sold it due to a death in my family, as I received a Toyota Avalon as part of an inheritance. The Avalon is a 1997 and has 73,000 miles on it. I expect the car to last a long time.

As with any car proper maintenance is absolutely a must. The most important maintenance procedure is to make sure the oil is changed on schedule. Check with your owner's manual/the dealership or an excellent, experienced mechanic. Personally, I always change the oil every 3,000 miles or every 3-4 months if I'm doing an average amount of driving (10-12,000 miles/year). Have all fluids checked regularly (you can learn to do this yourself or at a local gas station) and check all belts and hoses at least once/year. Again, read the manual for other things--tune-up schedule, etc.

Keep in mind that a dealer will always try to convince/sell you on the idea of additional maintenance procedures, which may not be necessary. It's best if you can establish a good, honest relationship with one of the service advisors or the service manager--an occasional, appropriate tip ($10-$20) can go a long way--and it's good to remember him/her at Christmas.


Congratulations and good luck with your Corolla!

Answer 3

I've got a 1976 Toyota Corolla here in south Texas. I just do regular maintenance and check the fluid levels periodically and it runs great.

Answer 4

im originally from the northeast so i kinda know what kind of weather your car's going through. the best thing to do i think is to do regular repairs and check old parts and see if they need repaired or replaced also. your probably not gonna store it during winter so if you want to keep the salt off the body you should take the car and wash it. corolla's are reliable cars so i think you'll have no major problems if you take care of it.

Answer 5

I have a 96 Corolla with 280,000 miles - original engine and transmission - and it's still running fine.

Answer 6

Before anything goes wrong? probably at 60 or 70k miles you might need some replacement parts (alternator power steering pump type of things) but major engine or transmission, will probably last you 120-150k before you need to repair.

Answer 7

Provided that you maintain your car you should expect that car to last a long time
I would say you could get at least 150000 no prob more likely at least 200000

Answer 8

Ages. my Dad has had his for years now, it's 95 wagon. about 170000 miles now. It will be around longer then you'll be driving it in all probability.

Answer 9

well i dont know about america but i live in dubai and corrolas here only last for about 90,000 km and then break apart sorry!

Answer 10

I have seen some with over 200,000miles/