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From: jws@hpfclg.UUCP
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Subject: Re: Tercel SW or equiv?
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Date: Sun, 19-Feb-84 22:26:00 EST
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Posted: Sun Feb 19 22:26:00 1984
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Nf-From: hpfclg!jws    Feb 21 19:26:00 1984


I recently acquired a 4WD Toyota Tercel SW, and I think
that you couldn't go wrong with it. The overall quality
and freedom from usual new car bugs is outstanding.

I often drive in the Colorado mountains, often on the
interstate but sometimes on marginal secondary roads. On
snowpack, ice, and mud the 4WD mode is amazingly better
than the FWD mode. I made a special effort to compare these
characteristics since I'm a long-time fan of FWD, having  
previously owned 3 Rabbits.

One warning: While Toyota dealers (at least some) will deal
a little on price, Toyota seems to be shipping cars loaded with
options, and a "stripped" 4WD will take longer, especially if you
want the nice SR5 interior (recommended). I had to settle for
power steering, but it turns out to be pretty good (quick ratio and
reasonable road feel, also variable assist so it supposedly doesn't
waste gas on the straightaway).

                                     John Schmidt
                                     ihnp4!hpfcla!jws