Overview & Reviews

Toyota plays the market conservatively with the all-new Camry, giving consumers exactly what they want; a roomy, attractive, feature-laden car with available V6 performance and the promise of excellent reliability as well as resale value. The 1997 Toyota Camry is the new standard for midsize sedans.

• Lower price than last year, contemporary design, Toyota dependability, future resale value, ultimate family sedan

• Cheap-looking front fascia detracts from otherwise rich styling, still priced slightly higher than main competitors

User Reviews:

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  This is a great car! - 1997 Toyota Camry
  By lizzie - September 2 - 10:00 am

  I purchased this car with only 52,000 miles on it. This car is very reliable, what do you expect? Its a Toyota. Took this vehicle for our vacation, and we put 3000 miles on it. We had absoulutely no problems! Temp stayed the same, A/C never quite, and the ride was comfortable! Ive had no mechanical problems. One of the most reliable cars out there.

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  I love it! - 1997 Toyota Camry
  By Norb - August 29 - 7:50 pm

  Replaced one set of tires and brakes at 75000 miles, battery after 9 years. Had one check engine light (I didnt fasten the gas cap securely). Regular 3000 mile oil changes. One new headlight, license plate lights just this year. Dark green paint not a bit faded, fake wood trim on inside mottled/faded (only complaint). Best car Ive ever owned, dont hesitate to go on long trips.

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  No wonder its the best seller - 1997 Toyota Camry
  By Hideyfish - August 15 - 7:00 pm

  This was my first Toyota and I bought it for good design, durability, economy and reliability. It has more than rewarded me. It has 85,000 miles on it and I expect it to last another nine years. My ONLY complaint is some clunking suspension noise on rough pavement in cold weather. This car gets a reliable 30 MPG, cruises comfortably at 75 on the interstate, runs smoothly and quietly, handles like a sports car on back roads, and still has a new car fit, finish and feel after 9 years.

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  Way better than the 07 XLE V6 - 1997 Toyota Camry
  By SJTim - July 8 - 10:10 am

  Bought new in 6/97 and have been extremely happy since. Been to the garage only twice for the steering leak and suspension. Still running strong at 155K as of 3/10. Got rear- ended in 07, legally totaled but mechanically perfect. Hoped a repeat experience and bought a top-of-the- line 07 XLE V6 w/Nev from the insurance money, but the 07 is no where close to this one in terms of build quality and had it traded in <3 yrs. Fortunately, Ive kept this one. Ill keep it until it dies, if it ever happens. Too bad and sad, Toyota is not making Camry the same way any more. ATTENTION CURRENT OWNERS: Do yourself a favor, dont trade this 97 with a latest model of Camry. This one is unbeatable.

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  Bessie - 1997 Toyota Camry
  By reb64mst59 - May 28 - 1:43 pm

  Always taught - buy new if you can and keep them until they can travel no more. My Camry still gets 32 mpg on the hwy and 24 in the city.

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  Reliable and Attractive - 1997 Toyota Camry
  By Fran - April 10 - 11:30 am

  This is my 2nd Camry. I would definitely buy another. Only normal repairs & maintenance needed. Valve seals and head gasket all but cured a problem with excessive oil consumption problem at about 160k mi. There is no noticeable rust on the body and at 178k mi it still handles well. The biggest flaw is the seat belts that wont retract.

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  Poor Mans Lexus - A true Toyota - 1997 Toyota Camry
  By XLE lover - April 3 - 10:00 am

  Had this car for almost a year now and reads 98,000mi on it with no problems whatsoever. Just replaced the timing belt. there is a whining sound on the wheels that I dont seem to understand. The dealer said that the wheel bearing work fine and I replaced four new tires, and still the whining is still there. I compared it to my wifes Solara and she doesnt has this problem in her car.but like other consumers, engine is very quiet,strong, responsive and similar to the ES300, and the earlier Avalon models, if I am not mistaken. Excellent performance on the freeway. I never get tired of driving this car and I plan to keep this car forever!

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  Been a good ride - 1997 Toyota Camry
  By TexasOwner - March 21 - 9:30 am

  Bought it with 36k miles and now have over 200k. The car has held up nicely. Have had some brake issues that were corrected, struts have been junk since the day I bought it and required several change in tires through the years at around 20-25k mile intervals. Better than spending the 1k plus they wanted to repair. I have had to replace an axle, rack and pinion, door handles, roof liner, and a few other small things. Probably spent 2k through the years on maintenance. All in all we have been very pleased with Camry.

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  A decent value for your money - 1997 Toyota Camry
  By CaMrYmAn - February 8 - 2:00 am

  I bought the car just recently, because my parents have owned them for years now, and they seem to be great cars. I believe that the 4 cylinder can be a bit sluggish at times, but it pays off in gas mileage. The only other con I seem to find in my camry is the suspension. Its a bit rough on bumpy roads. The reliability cant be beat by any other when it comes to the engine. It never fails me. I have not one problem at 93,000 miles.

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  Solid FAMILY SEDAN (not sports car) - 1997 Toyota Camry
  By RichieRich - December 31 - 1:56 pm

  Bought this vehicle used, with 48,000 miles on it. Has been ultra-reliable (NO repairs other than an O2 sensor). Still drives like its brand new in spite of the 125,000 miles that are on it. Ride is excellent unless pushed hard. (excessive body roll, but this is not a sports car) Excellent balance of power and comfort. Very cheap to maintain. Seats do get uncomfortable for me on long trips. My Goodyear Assurance Triple-treads (tires) are a great match for this vehicle.