1ZZ-FE Engines - Toyota Corolla (2002) - Are they OK?

[ooid]

Hey gents,

Tomorrow I'm going to see a used Corolla Verso (2002) 1.8 VVT-i T, automatic. After a little quick search, I've realized these cars have 1zz-FE engines. Are these not reliable, as some suggests pre-2005 models have some design-flaws? Any owner-experience here so far? I'm going to treat this car as a run-around, second car to do some boring trips.

Cheers

[Save Ferris]

I’d say if it’s got to 18 years, it must be pretty reliable.

[james_gt3rs]

It may be an oil burner but fine if you keep topping up.

[TyrannosauRoss Lex]

I owned a late 2005 Corolla and remember reading about the issue. I can't remember exactly but it was a while ago. I'm not sure whether the issue was actually rectified as a recall? Plus, if it's now 18 years old and still going fine it can't be that bad.

How would I sum up my 3.5 years with a Corolla as a daily driver? Pretty boring but turn-key reliability. 3.5 years, not a single fault. Literally, not one. routine servicing only. Great cars if you want something cheap to run around in.

[Heaveho]

I used to process warranty claims for Toyota in the 90s. Or rather, I didn't. We didn't do one claim in 5 years on the Corolla.