1970 Toyota Corolla E10

The 1st gen, 1969–1970, as a whole

The first Corolla sold in the US: a small rear-drive coupe, sedan or wagon with a 1.1L four and a four-speed manual.

1 engine1 trim6 colorsNo warnings recorded yet1 recall

How it was checked: 7 sources read, recalls checked against NHTSA on November 2, 2026.

Generation 1st gen 1969–1970 Pick a generation
Model year 1970 Pick a year

Overview

Engines
1.1L four-cylinder
Came as
On record
0 warnings, 1 recall

What changed for 1970

No change is recorded for 1970.

Compare 1970 with 1969

Colors

Sources: An owners' registry (unofficial)

Specs

Engines

Transmissions

Drivetrains

Body styles

Trims

Also in the generation, years not known: Corolla Sprinter coupe Toyota

Figures for the whole 1st gen

Watch out

Faults owners and the press report, and how to spot each one.

No warning is written up yet. That means none is recorded, not that there are none.

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Recalls

Newest first. Ask the seller for proof the work was done, or check the VIN with NHTSA.

Checked against NHTSA records on November 2, 2026.

Owning

What owners and buyers say

Maintenance

No service schedule is added yet.

Before you pay: every warning, recall and check on one sheet.

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