EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: 2005 Blue Toyota Corolla

2005 Toyota Corolla CE, Blue, Sedan, 97720 mi, $9,900, http://bit.ly/etbKDX 4-spd automatic, MPG = 26/35

We have 3 Toyota Corolla’s on the lot. The Corolla is well known to be practical, basic, affordable, compact cars that are fuel efficient. It is one of the most popular car brands in the world.

I have named a 2005 model as Earthy Car of the Week. It is blue in color, the most popular color of cars on our lot. It is priced at just $9,900. It will also save you money on gasoline – it gets up to 35 mile per gallon, 30.5 on average.

So consider this vehicle if you’re looking for something practical & not too fancy – just very reliable, not very big, fuel efficient. It’s great as a teenager’s 1st vehicle, a college student’s vehicle, a mother’s vehicle (if they only have 1 or 2 small children, or non-sports-playing children), a childless young couple, or ‘empty nest’ couple.

--Isa R. Bufano, social media manager of Earthy Cars

OVERVIEW:
AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Toyota-Corolla-2005-CE__4dr_Sedan/overview/

MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/overview.aspx?year=2005&make=Toyota&model=Corolla

Vehix.com: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2005/toyota/corolla/4dr-sdn-ce-auto/highlights

Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/toyota/corolla/2005/ce/

SPECS / FEATURES:
AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Toyota-Corolla-2005-CE__4dr_Sedan/equipment/

MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/Spec_Glance.aspx?year=2005&make=Toyota&model=Corolla&trimid=99001

Vehix.com: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2005/toyota/corolla/4dr-sdn-ce-auto/standard-equipment

Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/toyota/corolla/2005/ce/features.html

EXPERT REVIEW:
New Car Test Drive via AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Toyota-Corolla-2005-CE__4dr_Sedan/expert-review/

“Toyota Corolla is among the best of the compact sedans: reliable and economical yet refined and comfortable.

CE comes standard with air conditioning (with an air filter), AM/FM/CD stereo system, power steering, tilt steering column, tachometer, intermittent wipers, digital clock, outside temperature gauge, trunk lamp, and a dome light with delay.
The Corolla's interior doesn't feel like a small car nor does it feel cheap, like many compacts do. Big and tall people will find accommodations cramped, but shorter people often find the Corolla fits them perfectly. There's plenty of front legroom and headroom and there's a decent amount of room in the back for two average-size adults. Although there are seat belts for a third rear-seat passenger, there's definitely a shortage of space for that person.

Materials used in the seats appear classy with nice fit and finish. The driver's seat has a much more substantial feel than in many cars in this price range, which makes it more comfortable for long journeys. Even the doors shut with a pleasant thud thanks to sound deadening felt mounted inside the door panels.

The Toyota Corolla is smooth, convenient, and easy to drive. For many owners, this car quickly fades into the background, allowing them to focus on other aspects of their lives. It's hard to find faults with this car.
The power steering is just right, providing a nice feel without being too stiff or sloppy. The suspension has been tuned to give a smooth ride, which is helped by a relatively long wheelbase. Body roll (lean) is minimal and the car feels secure and stable at all speeds. The suspension is soft and does a good job of soaking up bumps and road vibration, giving the Corolla a nice, smooth ride that we really liked."

USER REVIEWS:
MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/userreviews/reviewlist.aspx?modelid=11205&trimid=99001

VIDEOS:
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