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1997 Toyota Corolla Sedan DX 4dr Sedan
Almost Flawless
 A member of my family bought this car new in 97.  I took ownership in '05 with 130K miles.  This car has never been a problem!!  Besides scheduled maintenance there has been little work done.  It now has 190K miles on original wheel bearings, axles, exhaust, alternator, starter, engine, tranny, you name it.  We have never seen a Check Engine light or had any sort of breakdown.  I would drive it cross-country tomorrow if I had to.  The only problem that has come up, besides just starting to use oil (1 quart in 2000 miles) is that the AC wont work in cool weather to defrost the windows but works fine in summer heat.  Absolutely the best car I've ever owned. 