1996 Toyota Supra

1996 Toyota Supra

The 1996 Toyota Supra is a sports car that was produced from 1978 to 2002. The fourth and final generation of the Supra was introduced in 1993 and was available with a 3.0-liter inline-six engine or a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six engine. The Supra was praised for its performance, handling, and styling, but it was also criticized for its high price and lack of practicality.

Engine

3.0L Inline-Six

• Blown Head Gasket
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaking from the head gasket, overheating, white smoke from the exhaust
  • Solution: Replace the head gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Timing Belt Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The timing belt slips or breaks, causing the engine to lose power or stall
  • Solution: Replace the timing belt
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

3.0L Twin-Turbocharged Inline-Six

• Turbocharger Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power, blue smoke from the exhaust, whining or grinding noise from the turbochargers
  • Solution: Replace the turbochargers
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Fuel Injector Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfiring, rough idling, poor fuel economy
  • Solution: Replace the fuel injectors
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

5-Speed Manual

• Clutch Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, slipping clutch
  • Solution: Replace the clutch
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

4-Speed Automatic

• Transmission Slipping
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping gears, loss of power
  • Solution: Rebuild or replace the transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Leaking struts, poor handling, excessive body roll
  • Solution: Replace the struts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dim headlights, difficulty starting the car, battery warning light illuminated
  • Solution: Replace the alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Starter Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Car will not start, clicking noise when trying to start
  • Solution: Replace the starter
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Sunroof Leaks
  • Description/Symptoms: Water leaking into the cabin through the sunroof
  • Solution: Repair or replace the sunroof seals
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Power Window Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Power windows not working, window motors making noise
  • Solution: Replace the window motors or switches
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 1996 Toyota Supra is a reliable and well-built sports car, but it is not without its problems. The most common issues include engine problems, such as blown head gaskets and timing belt failures, and transmission problems, such as clutch failure and transmission slipping. These issues can be expensive to fix, especially the turbocharger failure on the twin-turbocharged engine. However, the Supra is still a popular choice for enthusiasts who value its performance and handling.