Came over a pretty new video about owning a Toyota Starlet as a first car. I agree with him, but he doesnt seem to mention the most important about the car. That´s it reliable..Thats the prime reason for me.. Simple, fun, and reliable.
He´s done som modifications to the car, it´s a non turbo. About 95 / 100 horsepower.
Take a look at this Starlet from 1999:
Owning A Toyota Starlet, First Modified Car Review