Thoughts on a new 14 Corolla
06-06-14, 06:22 AM
#16
Lexus Fanatic
Inspect this car CAREFULLY. There may be a reason for its low price. Cars with flood/weather damage or other problems are sometimes dumped off on unsuspecting people. Also, if possible, try and get a CarFax report on it.
06-06-14, 06:47 AM
#17
Lexus Champion
and I only posted to show the OP what kind of other options/prices are out there.
Last edited by bagwell; 06-06-14 at 06:54 AM.
06-06-14, 07:27 AM
#18
Pole Position
There was a recent comparison review, forgot which media, stating that the new Corolla structure [paraphrasing] feels like a "wet noodle" relative to other vehicles in its class, especially the Civic and Jetta. It also failed the small overlap test I believe.
and the interior is very well done.
06-06-14, 08:53 AM
#20
Lexus Champion
06-06-14, 09:09 AM
#21
it also did not fail small overlap.
06-06-14, 10:12 AM
#22
Check the usual sources, TrueCar, Edmunds, etc to figure out what potential prices in your area are, current incentives, any purchasing programs you're part of (American Express, Costco, USAA, etc)
06-06-14, 10:24 AM
#23
Lexus Fanatic
I understand, but that doesn't stop some dealerships. I've seen both brand-new and CPO's misrepresented as being without damage when in fact (after my inspection) I found evidence of a previous accident and incomplete repairs.
Friend, I made that post for a reason.
Friend, I made that post for a reason.
06-06-14, 10:30 AM
#24
Lexus Fanatic
Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
So, the best deal I have gotten is $530 over invoice , what are your thoughts on this?
06-06-14, 10:44 AM
#25
Pole Position
"Starting a sentence with “My old Toyota . . . ” used to have cachet, earned as it was by how often the next words were “ . . . has 300,000 miles on it.” This Corolla, though, lacks the sturdy feel of the cars that built the company’s reputation. It doesn’t feel like an old Toyota; it just feels old. Bumps and hard corners betray its flimsy structure. The doors have a hollow slam. With little of the sculpting that provides the support to keep passengers in place, its spacious rear seat tied for last in our comfort ratings. And there’s a gauziness to the major controls, reinforcing the impression that the car lacks a certain hardiness.
In addition to feeling old and flimsy, the Corolla feels tired, a reliable backmarker in performance testing.
http://www.caranddriver.com/comparis...old-kia-page-2
Also, how can something that's only marginal be considered good, especially for a new generation? It's one step above poor.
Last edited by situman; 06-06-14 at 10:48 AM.
06-06-14, 11:11 AM
#26
Lexus Test Driver
Here's an excerpt from it:
"Starting a sentence with “My old Toyota . . . ” used to have cachet, earned as it was by how often the next words were “ . . . has 300,000 miles on it.” This Corolla, though, lacks the sturdy feel of the cars that built the company’s reputation. It doesn’t feel like an old Toyota; it just feels old. Bumps and hard corners betray its flimsy structure. The doors have a hollow slam. With little of the sculpting that provides the support to keep passengers in place, its spacious rear seat tied for last in our comfort ratings. And there’s a gauziness to the major controls, reinforcing the impression that the car lacks a certain hardiness.
In addition to feeling old and flimsy, the Corolla feels tired, a reliable backmarker in performance testing.
http://www.caranddriver.com/comparis...old-kia-page-2
Also, how can something that's only marginal be considered good, especially for a new generation? It's one step above poor.
"Starting a sentence with “My old Toyota . . . ” used to have cachet, earned as it was by how often the next words were “ . . . has 300,000 miles on it.” This Corolla, though, lacks the sturdy feel of the cars that built the company’s reputation. It doesn’t feel like an old Toyota; it just feels old. Bumps and hard corners betray its flimsy structure. The doors have a hollow slam. With little of the sculpting that provides the support to keep passengers in place, its spacious rear seat tied for last in our comfort ratings. And there’s a gauziness to the major controls, reinforcing the impression that the car lacks a certain hardiness.
In addition to feeling old and flimsy, the Corolla feels tired, a reliable backmarker in performance testing.
http://www.caranddriver.com/comparis...old-kia-page-2
Also, how can something that's only marginal be considered good, especially for a new generation? It's one step above poor.
06-06-14, 01:15 PM
#27
Lexus Champion
When it comes to Toyota ignore everything C&D says.
06-06-14, 01:19 PM
#28
Lexus Fanatic
Thread Starter
Here's an excerpt from it:
"Starting a sentence with “My old Toyota . . . ” used to have cachet, earned as it was by how often the next words were “ . . . has 300,000 miles on it.” This Corolla, though, lacks the sturdy feel of the cars that built the company’s reputation. It doesn’t feel like an old Toyota; it just feels old. Bumps and hard corners betray its flimsy structure. The doors have a hollow slam. With little of the sculpting that provides the support to keep passengers in place, its spacious rear seat tied for last in our comfort ratings. And there’s a gauziness to the major controls, reinforcing the impression that the car lacks a certain hardiness.
In addition to feeling old and flimsy, the Corolla feels tired, a reliable backmarker in performance testing.
http://www.caranddriver.com/comparis...old-kia-page-2
Also, how can something that's only marginal be considered good, especially for a new generation? It's one step above poor.
"Starting a sentence with “My old Toyota . . . ” used to have cachet, earned as it was by how often the next words were “ . . . has 300,000 miles on it.” This Corolla, though, lacks the sturdy feel of the cars that built the company’s reputation. It doesn’t feel like an old Toyota; it just feels old. Bumps and hard corners betray its flimsy structure. The doors have a hollow slam. With little of the sculpting that provides the support to keep passengers in place, its spacious rear seat tied for last in our comfort ratings. And there’s a gauziness to the major controls, reinforcing the impression that the car lacks a certain hardiness.
In addition to feeling old and flimsy, the Corolla feels tired, a reliable backmarker in performance testing.
http://www.caranddriver.com/comparis...old-kia-page-2
Also, how can something that's only marginal be considered good, especially for a new generation? It's one step above poor.
All I want is A to B transportation with great reliability. I wouldn't be driving the Corolla fast at all.
The whole goal is to save money on gas, insurance, and car payments
