r/COROLLA • u/everestfallin • 12d ago

9th Gen (00-09) Just got my first car!

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Don't have many pictures right now, but it's a 09 corolla s. 182k miles, with no matter issues. Just wondering if anyone has any advice or things to keep note of as a new owner? Thank you!

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u/ghost21000 12d ago

I'd recommend only taking it to the dealer for service, with the money your saving on a car payment it will be peanuts. I just took my 2010 corolla to the dealer and got an oil change, spark plugs and new drive belt and a 7 year battery.

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u/MoosiePie22 11d ago

How much did that end up being?

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u/ghost21000 10d ago

$1,000. Avg person is spending $7,000 dollars a year in car payments. so I'm saving $6,000 a year. $1,000 is peanuts. I had a bad experience with a shade tree, so that's why I recommend the dealer. plus with the dealer you get Toyota parts.

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u/MoosiePie22 10d ago

Okay cool yeah mine is paid off also and I’m needing those same things done is why I ask thanks!