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My wife had a Toyota Camry that for some reason was better than they claimed. I have no idea how it happened, but she was getting 46 miles per gallon. We never thought of it until we made a trip to Califuckednia. We left Mesa Arizona on a full tank and we got to San Diego non stop, and didn’t put gas until 3 days later on the way back home when we stopped in Yuma… burning 13 of the 17 gallons. And she doesn’t drive slow. We had it for 10 years and it was in mint condition, but just traded it for a PASSPORT TRAILSPORT. Whoever bought it will be a happy camper, even if they never know about the excellent gas milage.
Scotty, I am a Vietnam Vet. My family was diehard Chrysler fans and "Buy American". Chrysler became watered down and now Toyota is as American as Budweiser. I have owned numerous Toyotas, (as well other makes of cars). We currently own three Toyota vehicles. We own 2 third generation 4Runners with high mileage and we own a Lexus LX450-Landcruiser with over 500,000 miles on it. Best cars in the world!!!!!
Budweiser isn't American, it's Belgian-Brazilian. The corporate board bought themselves a golden parachute. So toss a Bud Light can on the roadside for me.
My 2006 Avalon limited has 329,434. Still rolling along great with no end in sight. Some of the best cars ever made and one of the best kept secrets in the automotive world!!
@@kimlau6662 The fob key has been ok, it's really expensive to replace. I changed the alternator once and starter is original. Valve cover gaskets leak a little oil. Other then that I've changed brakes and tires a few times. Oil changes every 5k
@@jasonlaning1996 thanks. Good to know. I learned that if you use regular oil for couple of years before switching to full synthetic oil. Then you won;t have oil leak issue. My friend 2005 avalon has 300K consume 1/2 of a quart oil every 5K.
I wasn't very impressed with the Avalons power going from Sacramento to Nevada, i rented one 15 years ago brand new, not much pulling power going up the hills at 5,000 feet, not much response from the engine when i needed power.
Scotty is a great guy, he gets a buzz out of passing his knowledge on and helping people. The world would be a better place with more people like this guy. He can sleep at night knowing he hasn't had anybody over. I'm writing from Manchester UK, wouldn't you just love a pint with Scotty.
My aunt just gave me her 2007 Avalon XLS. It's had 2 owners, her parents bought it brand new and then it was passed down to her. This thing is so nice and solid! I love all the nice touches they put into it. Toyotas are the gold standard.
Spot on, Scottie and you're also right about the cylinder head gaskets failing on the 3-litre 7M-GE Cressida engine. It was due to incorrect factory torque specification of the head bolts. The fix is to torque them down 10-12 ft.lbs more than the factory settings.
I have a 3.5 V6 Camry XLE which is almost the exact same car. Makes a lot of power, very smooth, couldn't be happier. It runs phenomenally, I've taken it 1,000 miles cross country multiple times with no issue whatsoever. Love the car.
My first car was a 2002 toyota avalon xls. At the time i bought it it was 10 years old. Never had any issues except alternator which ironically was when i was trying to sell it. Got it with 78k miles drove it for 7 years to 135k and sold it to someone locally who i still see from time to time driving it and they havent mentioned any issues. Realky was a great car. V6, leather, moon roof, heated seats, cruise control and TONS OF ROOM
The only bad thing about a car this reliable is when you live up north where they salt the roads half the year, you get about 15-20 years max before they end up rusting to the point of being unsafe.
All you need is a car washing membership and send it on in every other day. Easy fix if you can afford it which really, memberships are only like 30-50 dollars a month so you should just have it up there.
Was a Used Car Manager/Buyer for big box retail auto franchises for 30 years and a wholesaler for another ten, now recently retired. Too many driving trips from Raleigh then Eastern North Carolina to Manhiem Pa. LOL. Could not agree with your pick more. I loved buying those cars used because, one I knew I could easily sell them and two, the retail customer was going to love them. I've watched about ten of your videos but this video alone was enough to get me to follow you. Great choice!!!!!
Wife has the ‘07 Camry SE V6 with 130k miles. We bought in ‘09 used. Phenomenal shape and still runs like new. Take care of your Toyotas and they run forever!
If you take care of any car, they last a very long time. Toyota stopped making the Avalon, because it is more boring than Scotty ranting about Tesla. The truth is nobody is buying that piece of crap Avalon. I've seen some Avalons, 99% of the time an old person is behind the wheel!
@@alanladd4342 Nothing wrong with an "old person behind the wheel", and you seem to repeat the same replies to many here >.> hater, then just leave. Saving your time as well really.
Ahoy Scottie, thanks for the great review. The small opening from the back seat to the trunk was a great design and perfect to allow alpine skis to fit in the car! If that opening was not there, then you would need to mount a ski carrier that looked like a coffin to the roof of the car!
The Avalon was Toyota's Buick. It was a way to get a "Lexus" without "showing off" in the way a Buick Electra was a way to get a Cadillac DeVille without "showing off" (Back when the names "Buick" and "Cadillac" still had their original meanings). This generation Avalon is my favorite. It's a "sleeper" luxury car! It's very nice without being a "money pit" like similar European jobs. (I know as my ex has one, LOL).
I had a 2007 Avalon until I got rear-ended on November 17, 2022 and it had to be totaled. I had a 142K miles on it. I was impressed with its reliability.
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Scotty, my 2008 Avalon Limited is going strong at 147k miles. Just put on new front brakes and a new set of Michelins. I can get over 30 mpg highway. Great car.
I have a 2010 Avalon XLS ! I got it 4.5 years ago with 38K miles now it’s at 86K I’m gonna keep it running forever! I change the oil every 3K with synthetic.
good car, most issues are relatively easy to fix. the BIGGEST issue with 2gr-fe engine is oil leaks(timing cover, valve cover leaks). also rear bank spark plugs and coils are not easy to replace. infamous VVT oil line can burst and, of course, water pumps can fail. other than that, with regular maintenance this car can last for a long time.
I totally agree with you on the Avalon I owned 4 of them and I just purchased a new 2022 knowing it would be the last new one made. You just can't beat them.
Toyota stopped making the Avalon, because it is more boring than Scotty ranting about Tesla. The truth is nobody is buying that piece of crap Avalon. I've seen some Avalons, 99% of the time an old person is behind the wheel!
@@alanladd4342 You need to get out of moms basement, instead of trying to make people believe anything you say makes any sense. My bet is you have some rusted out 30 year old junk daddy bought you. Get a life
@@mynamedoesnotmatter737 I've owned 4 Avalons that I purchased for my wife since the 90's .Myself I owned many sports cars and others for decades. There's no question the Avalons were the best cars, I did nothing more than changed the oil and filters and normal maintenance for 30 yrs. and hundreds of thousands of miles. Avalons now have the best most reliable 300 hp V6 engines in any car, plus they have a fantastic ride and the upgrades in 2018 made them handle very well. IMO don't know of any car for the money that's any better
OK now they have 300 hp engines because when i rented a new one 15 years ago and went from Sacramento to Reno the power to pull up hills was weak, i wasn't impressed with its pulling power.
I’ve never seen anyone love Toyotas as much as you. Love your videos chap. Good luck. 🙏 I like BMWs sorry, 435d xdrive and I’m very happy. Had a Lexus. Great car. 🥳
Yes the codes for the Hondas check your gas cap . My daughter put gas in and later check engine light came on . Took had codes read they told my wife needs new catalytic converter. Reset code and checked gas cap problem solved. May God bless everyone!
we have an 01 with 150k miles. LOVE the dash of the earlier body style. much less plastic. More inline with the higher quality imports had in the 90's. leather looks new. has typical catalyst below threshold like all old toyotas, but runs great.
I'm serious when I say this. I'm sure the sheer amount of money he makes can be a nuisance. I can't imagine he enjoys the accounting and tax demands his exceptional success has brought.
Loved my 2005 Avalon but had to trade it in 2020 when the evaporator gave out. No A/C in the South is a no-go. Offered to pay as much as 3K to have the dash removed to replace it but no one would take the job. Otherwise the car ran great. I miss it so much. What a wonderful car! I drive a RAV-4 TRD Off Road now but I miss the Avalon ride that's for sure!
Reliable car, but I had to replace an oil control valve on my 4th gen 2016 Avalon Touring at 79,000 miles, even though I change my oil every 5,000 miles with quality oil. Same 2grfe engine with updated parts. The car now has 81,000 miles. It was a $140 fix because I did the job myself 😉
Toyota stopped making the Avalon, because it is more boring than Scotty ranting about Tesla. The truth is nobody is buying that piece of crap Avalon. I've seen some Avalons, 99% of the time an old person is behind the wheel!
Yeah, if I remember correctly, the Mach-E “Mustang” was originally supposed to be the Mach-E Escape, but they rebranded it last minute to get more sales as a “Mustang”. The only ones I’ve seen that come close to real Mustangs are the track models in the commercials/tests that are so heavily modified they’re totally different vehicles. Nice enough electric SUV’s, but definitely not “Mustangs”. Sacrilegious to call them “Mustangs”, in my personal opinion. Great find with the Avalon! Those are fantastic cars! I had a ‘99 and it ran fabulous as long as I had it. Miss that car!
Ford saved the Mustang in 2005 by going retro with the styling.... only to fall back into modernist perversion of the car in 2010. I don't see Ford ever going back to the Mustang as a cheap fast car for the masses. It's time to retire the Mustang for good.
I always suggested these. The packaged out camry, and the avalon is the most luxury, non-luxury cars I even been in. Sadly the appeal of these are for older demographic. These avalons have all the space, power gas millage you can ever want with a great ride. It's hard to pass on these. If i was in the market for a car its a top tier buy.
I have an 05 Avalon with 201K that my daughter drives now. The only thing it needs in the cruise control switch. It has been meticulously maintained over its life. I wouldn't hesitate to drive it across the country.
I had a 2005 Limited for many years. Ran great! Never had any issues other than the rack and pinion. Plenty of room and ran like a champ. One of the best cars ever created. Also that pass through is for something long like skis.
Ahhh God bless the Toyota Avensis- Thats the Irish version - I know of a 04 1.6 petrol taxi with 435k miles on - alternator and wiper arms were the only exception to the standard shocks bushes pads discs wear items - no rattles or smoke but it gets serviced every 6k miles ! A legend !
I bought one of these in 2019 from someone who didn’t know what it was they had. Paid $3500 cash for one with 202,000 miles. Now sitting at 236,000. We drive it mostly around town but we use it as our out of town car too. LOVE IT!!!
I bought mine February 23rd from someone with minor damage with 17x,xxx (almost 180,000) miles on it for $3,800. Now I have just a few hundred miles over 190,000. I plan on doing upgrades little by little. It's a keeper.
Scotty I love your Channel. I just purchased a 2005 Toyota Avalon Limited which is the fully loaded Avalon. The car has 82,500 miles and the body is in mint condition along with the interior. It has heated and ventilated seats it has all electric seats the rear seats recline. It has remote start remote start and so many other options that I didn't think you can get in 2005 and with 280 horsepower the car is not slow. I have had newer cars that didn't have as many options in it as this car has. I only have it for a week and a half and I can already say hands down the best car that I have ever had
Greetings from PR, I had 2 Toyota Cressidas with a 6MGE engine, one was a stationwagon ,was the best ever, it even had Automatic top seat belts never again seen.
Scotty, want to review a 2018 Toyota Avalon? I live in TN (about three hours from you). Love my Avalon. I have 2018. I am a little disappointed in the leather, which is already cracking a little on the doors and arm rest. However the power delivery is smooth. The car is faster than it looks. It also gets 30 mpg.
Scotty , what do you think about the 2013-2018 Avalon, the version of body style after these? Are they as reliable as the previous versions? What year is the best Avalon to purchase?
I inherited an Avalon, great car! The Pearl white color had a recall due to defective paint. I had some paint chips, Toyota repainted entire car, for no charge! Great company, love them Toyotas!
I had a DPF light repeatedly come on. Mentioned it at the next service and the problem was the O2 sensor. Nothing wrong with the DPF. Car was out of warranty but Mazda fixed it for free.
I owned an 05 XLS. One of the best cars I've ever owned. Comfy, roomy, smooth, quiet and ultra reliable. The best MPG I got was 35 mpg highway. Great cars!!! Sold it at 160k. Not one problem.
A very boring1 car. Toyota stopped making the Avalon, because it is more boring than Scotty ranting about Tesla. The truth is nobody is buying that piece of crap Avalon. I've seen some Avalons, 99% of the time an old person is behind the wheel!
@@alanladd4342 Did you own one? It's supposed to be a bargain luxury car, not a track toy. A car that drives well, comfy, reliable and great to be in while in traffic, while giving great MPGs. You want a fun Toyota? Get an MR2, Supra or Corolla GR..SMH.
I've had my avalon for over 20 years with 1.3 million miles on it. Thing is a tank. Never even ever had a problem. Great little car and it's a great way to stay in shape
I have a 1996 Avalon with 260,590 miles I have just replaced the spark plugs wires and one coil the struts,the rack n pinon stearing unit, the rear break rotors and front axels I like the car I've owned it for 17 years I've put 145,000 miles with out a problem I've had 5 Toyotas I buy n sell them but the Avalon is my keeper yip they are a well built car I'm 69 years young I live in just north of Seattle peace Scotty I'm an old machanic still building hot rods n Harleys God Bless yall
Scotty is correct about these old Avalons. I have a one owner 2008 Avalon Limited with 77,000 original miles. I plan to drive it for a long, long time to come. I also have a 2022 Avalon Limited that, while a very nice car, is not as comfortable as the ole 2008 is. I will take a look at the new Crown and will probably get one, but I am keeping both of my Avalons...
Toyota stopped making the Avalon, because it is more boring than Scotty ranting about Tesla. The truth is nobody is buying that piece of crap Avalon. I've seen some Avalons, 99% of the time an old person is behind the wheel!
1992 Camry wagon(:(Australia) auto etc, a few age issues underneath,@ 376,000 Km's, engine & transmission are still rolling along fine, as far as I know, this vehicle towed 1999-2008
Leather is more durable than cloth. Leather just needs to be cared for (use a leather conditioner twice a year) and cloth needs to be steam cleaned. Thanks for all your tips Scotty, I appreciate your knowledge and guidance 🙂🇨🇦
When I needed to replace my 16 yr old Buick I listened to you Scotty. I found a 2017 Avalon coming off lease with 24K on it. I love this smooth car. Only thing I don't like is having a console. My Buick had a big sofa seat. I plan to drive this one until I give it to my grandson....in 12 years haha.
I’ve got a 2000 Toyota Avalon XLS with the 3.0L 1MZ-FE V6 and 4-speed automatic transmission with 252,000 miles on it. I’ve done a couple of relatively big jobs to it before, but it’s still on its original engine and transmission. My original alternator also finally went out at around 200,000 miles. It’s had religious full synthetic oil changes its whole life every 5,000 miles. One of the best cars Toyota ever made for the North American market!
Did you happen to own the first year of a new model? I've been cursed that way. My 2013 Lexus GS 350 had a weird intermittent electronic steering rack problem. Other than that it was perfect! Owned a 2007 GS 300 before that, it has weird intermittent transmission issues. I now own a 2007 Tundra and it has some quirky issues. All of those vehicles have been first year models. From everything I read on the forums and knowing how Toyota operates, they iron out all those issues by the 3rd year of a new model. So when buying a used Toyota product always keep that in mind.
What I hate about post millennium leather interiors is that the seat padding is thinner and more dense (harder)! So the plastic coated leather won’t sag n bag more over time and wear. Nuttin like the seats of an 87 Park Avenue that for sure. Was like riding around sitting on a sofa, 9-10 hr drive, not problem.
I bought a 2011 Avalon last summer with just under 150K and it runs like a new car. With the Nokian WR-G4's I put on the car in November, it does great in the snow as well.
Scotty’s right, had this model Avalon. Limited. One or the best cars I’ve ever had, and comfortable. However. The xenon headlights went out in a matter of months of one another. And at $1800.00 each, traded it in on a tundra. (With non xenon headlights).
The Avalon is only a runner up to the 2011-2015 Lexus RX350’s as the best vehicle ever made. It’s nearly impossible to find one of these gems in a salvage yard anywhere unless it’s wrecked beyond repair.
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I love the Avalon and I didn’t know much about it but I’m now sure I will look for one like crazy.
My wife had a Toyota Camry that for some reason was better than they claimed. I have no idea how it happened, but she was getting 46 miles per gallon. We never thought of it until we made a trip to Califuckednia. We left Mesa Arizona on a full tank and we got to San Diego non stop, and didn’t put gas until 3 days later on the way back home when we stopped in Yuma… burning 13 of the 17 gallons. And she doesn’t drive slow. We had it for 10 years and it was in mint condition, but just traded it for a PASSPORT TRAILSPORT. Whoever bought it will be a happy camper, even if they never know about the excellent gas milage.
Hey scotty I'm buying the 2023 camry se any good brand of scan tools or any tips love the Channel
Can you please look at my 77 dodge sportsman’s only 80k miles Also I have. Toyota Camry 12’ with 180k miles we are in Nashville
Scotty, I am a Vietnam Vet. My family was diehard Chrysler fans and "Buy American". Chrysler became watered down and now Toyota is as American as Budweiser. I have owned numerous Toyotas, (as well other makes of cars). We currently own three Toyota vehicles. We own 2 third generation 4Runners with high mileage and we own a Lexus LX450-Landcruiser with over 500,000 miles on it. Best cars in the world!!!!!
Budweiser isn't American, it's Belgian-Brazilian. The corporate board bought themselves a golden parachute. So toss a Bud Light can on the roadside for me.
Don't listen to these guys. They forget we're all immigrants too. Ignorance is bliss.
@@peterkugldon't litter out in my part of the woods
@@coyotes79Chrysler is Dutch, their HQ is in the Netherlands.
The Budweiser saying didn’t age well😂😂😂😂😂😂
My 2006 Avalon limited has 329,434. Still rolling along great with no end in sight. Some of the best cars ever made and one of the best kept secrets in the automotive world!!
great car, but don't like the fob key. did you have replace alternator and starter yet? thank
@@kimlau6662 The fob key has been ok, it's really expensive to replace. I changed the alternator once and starter is original. Valve cover gaskets leak a little oil. Other then that I've changed brakes and tires a few times. Oil changes every 5k
@@jasonlaning1996 thanks. Good to know. I learned that if you use regular oil for couple of years before switching to full synthetic oil. Then you won;t have oil leak issue. My friend 2005 avalon has 300K consume 1/2 of a quart oil every 5K.
I wasn't very impressed with the Avalons power going from Sacramento to Nevada, i rented one 15 years ago brand new, not much pulling power going up the hills at 5,000 feet, not much response from the engine when i needed power.
@@kimlau6662 You whine too much.
Scotty is a great guy, he gets a buzz out of passing his knowledge on and helping people. The world would be a better place with more people like this guy. He can sleep at night knowing he hasn't had anybody over. I'm writing from Manchester UK, wouldn't you just love a pint with Scotty.
I agree 👍- Scotty Kilmer knows how to enjoy life and help people.
My summer car is a Miata…my Avalon is a very sporty ride. Still going strong.
My aunt just gave me her 2007 Avalon XLS. It's had 2 owners, her parents bought it brand new and then it was passed down to her. This thing is so nice and solid! I love all the nice touches they put into it. Toyotas are the gold standard.
Lucky
My dad still drives his 04! 325,000 miles with almost 0 issues.
That was when Toyota sedans like this and the Camry had much more room than the ones made today. That Avalon has MONSTER leg room.
The back room was nice.
Spot on, Scottie and you're also right about the cylinder head gaskets failing on the 3-litre 7M-GE Cressida engine. It was due to incorrect factory torque specification of the head bolts. The fix is to torque them down 10-12 ft.lbs more than the factory settings.
The "crazy little hole" is for skis, fishing poles, transpoting your long purchases for Home Depot, etc...
5.5 million subs.. way to go SK!!! Passing on honest information and hard earned wisdom is still valued! Keep on rolling SK.
Scotty… you’re the greatest personality on CZcams. Being from an automotive tech family, you are legit! Thanks for all you do, brother.
I have a 3.5 V6 Camry XLE which is almost the exact same car. Makes a lot of power, very smooth, couldn't be happier. It runs phenomenally, I've taken it 1,000 miles cross country multiple times with no issue whatsoever. Love the car.
My first car was a 2002 toyota avalon xls. At the time i bought it it was 10 years old. Never had any issues except alternator which ironically was when i was trying to sell it. Got it with 78k miles drove it for 7 years to 135k and sold it to someone locally who i still see from time to time driving it and they havent mentioned any issues. Realky was a great car. V6, leather, moon roof, heated seats, cruise control and TONS OF ROOM
The only bad thing about a car this reliable is when you live up north where they salt the roads half the year, you get about 15-20 years max before they end up rusting to the point of being unsafe.
That just comes with making the decision to live up north.
Meanwhile in cali these things are around longer than entire civilizations
Yea sucks to be up north, you have to wash the salt off all the time or have a rusty car in 8 years lik
Mazda is the best 👍
All you need is a car washing membership and send it on in every other day. Easy fix if you can afford it which really, memberships are only like 30-50 dollars a month so you should just have it up there.
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My sister’s boyfriend sold his Avalon for a Subaru WRX STI that’s broken down on him twice already 😂
i would rather the WRX there good cars
Big mistake
Whew what a horrible decision 😅😂
Wife has the ‘07 Camry SE V6 with 130k miles. We bought in ‘09 used. Phenomenal shape and still runs like new. Take care of your Toyotas and they run forever!
I have a '99 Camry LE 4 cldr 2.2L w/230k mi. I also have an '02 Sienna CE, w/96k mi. (
If you take care of any car, they last a very long time. Toyota stopped making the Avalon, because it is more boring than Scotty ranting about Tesla. The truth is nobody is buying that piece of crap Avalon. I've seen some Avalons, 99% of the time an old person is behind the wheel!
@@alanladd4342 Nothing wrong with an "old person behind the wheel", and you seem to repeat the same replies to many here >.> hater, then just leave. Saving your time as well really.
@Harira Normal Not a hater. Just trying to educate Scottys brain dead viewers.
@@alanladd4342 you seem like someone who is into Tesla's and sports car. I'd drive a Avalon for the reliably and durability.
Between me and my kids we've owned 5. All first and 2nd gen and never been disappointed
Ahoy Scottie, thanks for the great review. The small opening from the back seat to the trunk was a great design and perfect to allow alpine skis to fit in the car! If that opening was not there, then you would need to mount a ski carrier that looked like a coffin to the roof of the car!
The best car I've ever owned in Australia.
Still going strong and reliable.
Regards, Brian Dwight
I had an 05 Camry for 10 years, and I love seeing seeing reviews of Toyotas of a similar era, this video is awesome
The Avalon was Toyota's Buick. It was a way to get a "Lexus" without "showing off" in the way a Buick Electra was a way to get a Cadillac DeVille without "showing off" (Back when the names "Buick" and "Cadillac" still had their original meanings). This generation Avalon is my favorite. It's a "sleeper" luxury car! It's very nice without being a "money pit" like similar European jobs. (I know as my ex has one, LOL).
That doesn’t make any sense. Your comparing an entire brand (Buick) to a single model of Toyota (Avalon).
@@Uncle-Bull buick is only 3 models so....
@@Uncle-Bull No, Avalon/ Electra.
My friend Pat still has his Avalon..gave it to his oldest daughter. Excellent car..has a lot of go in the gas pedal!! Great car..lot of features!!
I had a 2007 Avalon until I got rear-ended on November 17, 2022 and it had to be totaled. I had a 142K miles on it. I was impressed with its reliability.
Oh man that’s only approaching the halfway point on a Toyota, sorry man :/
Id say 200,000 miles is half way especially if its been taken care of @@reyh89
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Scotty, my 2008 Avalon Limited is going strong at 147k miles. Just put on new front brakes and a new set of Michelins. I can get over 30 mpg highway. Great car.
I have a 2010 Avalon XLS ! I got it 4.5 years ago with 38K miles now it’s at 86K I’m gonna keep it running forever! I change the oil every 3K with synthetic.
How much did you pay?
Well still be in no danger if you let oil stay afew more miles car is great you don't have to change oil like old daze😆
@@henryguy4450 The sooner over 2500 you change it the healthier the motor stays
@@douglassmith9445 I bought a 2010 Avalon in 2021 for $13.5 with just 96k miles
It's great car
Every 3k with synthetic? You're throwing money away man
Scotty does a burnout in an Avalon. Man I love this guy! 👍💪
good car, most issues are relatively easy to fix. the BIGGEST issue with 2gr-fe engine is oil leaks(timing cover, valve cover leaks). also rear bank spark plugs and coils are not easy to replace. infamous VVT oil line can burst and, of course, water pumps can fail. other than that, with regular maintenance this car can last for a long time.
I luckily have an '06 Avalon Limited. I find it better than most new cars these days
I need a Scotty in my life!!! Kudos Scotty, for sharing all your expertise - so very appreciated!
I love your videos Scotty!!! Thank you for making 😊!!
Idea. Scotty should go to local high-schools and be a guest speaker at auto class (shop). He has so much experience. Share it with students.
I totally agree with you on the Avalon I owned 4 of them and I just purchased a new 2022 knowing it would be the last new one made. You just can't beat them.
Toyota stopped making the Avalon, because it is more boring than Scotty ranting about Tesla. The truth is nobody is buying that piece of crap Avalon. I've seen some Avalons, 99% of the time an old person is behind the wheel!
@@alanladd4342 You need to get out of moms basement, instead of trying to make people believe anything you say makes any sense. My bet is you have some rusted out 30 year old junk daddy bought you. Get a life
Genuine question, Why was it that you’ve owned 4 if they were so good?
@@mynamedoesnotmatter737 I've owned 4 Avalons that I purchased for my wife since the 90's .Myself I owned many sports cars and others for decades. There's no question the Avalons were the best cars, I did nothing more than changed the oil and filters and normal maintenance for 30 yrs. and hundreds of thousands of miles. Avalons now have the best most reliable 300 hp V6 engines in any car, plus they have a fantastic ride and the upgrades in 2018 made them handle very well. IMO don't know of any car for the money that's any better
OK now they have 300 hp engines because when i rented a new one 15 years ago and went from Sacramento to Reno the power to pull up hills was weak, i wasn't impressed with its pulling power.
I’ve never seen anyone love Toyotas as much as you. Love your videos chap. Good luck. 🙏 I like BMWs sorry, 435d xdrive and I’m very happy. Had a Lexus. Great car. 🥳
You are the first person where the words don't match the hand movements😂
But I love your videos.
Yes the codes for the Hondas check your gas cap . My daughter put gas in and later check engine light came on . Took had codes read they told my wife needs new catalytic converter. Reset code and checked gas cap problem solved.
May God bless everyone!
Yup got a 2017 Limited. Love love love it.
Always enjoy watching you and getting the truth
I've had 5 avalons...all run to about 200k and then sold and got another used one at 50k miles...for rediculous prices....love them!
Would love to see Scottys version of Leno's Garage. Perhaps of the best cars ever made.
Scotty would be waving his hands like crazy if he were driving one of Jay's steam cars!
I have a 2003 Avalon and its been incredibly reliable.
we have an 01 with 150k miles. LOVE the dash of the earlier body style. much less plastic. More inline with the higher quality imports had in the 90's. leather looks new. has typical catalyst below threshold like all old toyotas, but runs great.
My dad had an Avalon & loved it: beautiful driving car, comfortable, luxurious, nice looking too
I had an 05 Avalon limited for my first car. That car was so fun to drive and I still miss it to this day 😢
Scotty, how are you not a multimillionaire living in a luxury home? You are helping us with your free advice, thank you!
He actually is.
He is quit Comfortable
I'm serious when I say this. I'm sure the sheer amount of money he makes can be a nuisance. I can't imagine he enjoys the accounting and tax demands his exceptional success has brought.
Scotty must have a garage with some crazy machines somewhere. His son's are fixing up old Camaros, its looks like.
@@SueUTube
He probably uses an accountant to fill in his tax forms.
Loved my 2005 Avalon but had to trade it in 2020 when the evaporator gave out. No A/C in the South is a no-go. Offered to pay as much as 3K to have the dash removed to replace it but no one would take the job. Otherwise the car ran great. I miss it so much. What a wonderful car! I drive a RAV-4 TRD Off Road now but I miss the Avalon ride that's for sure!
Another informative video !
Reliable car, but I had to replace an oil control valve on my 4th gen 2016 Avalon Touring at 79,000 miles, even though I change my oil every 5,000 miles with quality oil. Same 2grfe engine with updated parts. The car now has 81,000 miles. It was a $140 fix because I did the job myself 😉
I have my Dad’s 2004. Excellent car!
Have my 07 . Rolling on 260,000 miles+ not one issue out of the 3+ years I’ve owned it. Still rides nice, quiet and smooth. Very much in love
Driving our 2nd one now. Won't get rid of it. Awesome vehicles
We loved our Avalon the only issue we had was the headlights. They were very expensive to fix other then that great car.
Maybe it could just be a fuse and not the bulb
Toyota stopped making the Avalon, because it is more boring than Scotty ranting about Tesla. The truth is nobody is buying that piece of crap Avalon. I've seen some Avalons, 99% of the time an old person is behind the wheel!
Try owning a vw touareg and see what a headlight costs
@@alanladd4342 plus the Camry exists and it’s as good as the Avalon but it’s cheaper with all its latest upgrades
@@naveenthemachine Still boring Toyotas.
Yeah, if I remember correctly, the Mach-E “Mustang” was originally supposed to be the Mach-E Escape, but they rebranded it last minute to get more sales as a “Mustang”. The only ones I’ve seen that come close to real Mustangs are the track models in the commercials/tests that are so heavily modified they’re totally different vehicles. Nice enough electric SUV’s, but definitely not “Mustangs”. Sacrilegious to call them “Mustangs”, in my personal opinion. Great find with the Avalon! Those are fantastic cars! I had a ‘99 and it ran fabulous as long as I had it. Miss that car!
Ford saved the Mustang in 2005 by going retro with the styling.... only to fall back into modernist perversion of the car in 2010. I don't see Ford ever going back to the Mustang as a cheap fast car for the masses. It's time to retire the Mustang for good.
thanks for all your info
I have always loved the older model Avalon like this one. It is a beautiful, luxurious car. Thanks Scotty for ALL you do. 🙂
I always suggested these. The packaged out camry, and the avalon is the most luxury, non-luxury cars I even been in. Sadly the appeal of these are for older demographic. These avalons have all the space, power gas millage you can ever want with a great ride. It's hard to pass on these. If i was in the market for a car its a top tier buy.
2011 Tundra CrewMax V-8 256K miles and fixing to make our annual trip to the Daytona 500!!!
I agree...the Avalon and Venza are often overlooked cars which may be the best made cars in the world
My dad had 2 Avalons after owning 55 other cars, and he always said they were the best he'd ever owned. The 1998 is still going.
55 !! what !
The Avalon. Yes.
No
Our government, No.
The Avalon, boring YES
Is that the Avensis in Europe?
We are looking for a good used car and now I know what to get. Thanks Scotty!
Because of watching your videos I bought a 2010 Lexus ES 350 in San Diego CA, with 85K for 12K, what a good buy, thanks for all the advice Scotty.
I love the Avalon! It's an amazing vehicle
I have an 05 Avalon with 201K that my daughter drives now. The only thing it needs in the cruise control switch. It has been meticulously maintained over its life. I wouldn't hesitate to drive it across the country.
I had a 2005 Limited for many years. Ran great! Never had any issues other than the rack and pinion. Plenty of room and ran like a champ. One of the best cars ever created. Also that pass through is for something long like skis.
Ahhh God bless the Toyota Avensis- Thats the Irish version - I know of a 04 1.6 petrol taxi with 435k miles on - alternator and wiper arms were the only exception to the standard shocks bushes pads discs wear items - no rattles or smoke but it gets serviced every 6k miles ! A legend !
I bought one of these in 2019 from someone who didn’t know what it was they had. Paid $3500 cash for one with 202,000 miles. Now sitting at 236,000. We drive it mostly around town but we use it as our out of town car too. LOVE IT!!!
Paid $2300 for a similar car just last December. Really still impressed at the power this baby makes.
with 99k miles on it too 😅
You can sell it for more easily now
I bought mine February 23rd from someone with minor damage with 17x,xxx (almost 180,000) miles on it for $3,800. Now I have just a few hundred miles over 190,000. I plan on doing upgrades little by little. It's a keeper.
It's a tank
Yeah, I've been looking for a used one but they sell pretty quick when they come up.
I am looking for anything Toyota or honda
Scotty I love your Channel. I just purchased a 2005 Toyota Avalon Limited which is the fully loaded Avalon. The car has 82,500 miles and the body is in mint condition along with the interior. It has heated and ventilated seats it has all electric seats the rear seats recline. It has remote start remote start and so many other options that I didn't think you can get in 2005 and with 280 horsepower the car is not slow. I have had newer cars that didn't have as many options in it as this car has. I only have it for a week and a half and I can already say hands down the best car that I have ever had
Greetings from PR, I had 2 Toyota Cressidas with a 6MGE engine, one was a stationwagon ,was the best ever, it even had Automatic top seat belts never again seen.
I had a 2002 Avalaon and it was the quietest car I had ever heard. Half the time you couldn't even tell if it was on or not
The world wide Goat Scotty thank you legend.
Scotty, want to review a 2018 Toyota Avalon? I live in TN (about three hours from you).
Love my Avalon. I have 2018. I am a little disappointed in the leather, which is already cracking a little on the doors and arm rest. However the power delivery is smooth. The car is faster than it looks. It also gets 30 mpg.
My 2010 GS300 still looks new I always garage it and throw a cover on it 78,000 Miles that 3liter V6 has amazing power for an na engine
God how I wish my 2004 lexus es330 had the 3.5. I hate having to spend a grand on a timing belt.
Scotty , what do you think about the 2013-2018 Avalon, the version of body style after these?
Are they as reliable as the previous versions? What year is the best Avalon to purchase?
I inherited an Avalon, great car! The Pearl white color had a recall due to defective paint. I had some paint chips, Toyota repainted entire car, for no charge! Great company, love them Toyotas!
I had a DPF light repeatedly come on. Mentioned it at the next service and the problem was the O2 sensor. Nothing wrong with the DPF. Car was out of warranty but Mazda fixed it for free.
I owned an 05 XLS. One of the best cars I've ever owned. Comfy, roomy, smooth, quiet and ultra reliable. The best MPG I got was 35 mpg highway. Great cars!!! Sold it at 160k. Not one problem.
A very boring1 car. Toyota stopped making the Avalon, because it is more boring than Scotty ranting about Tesla. The truth is nobody is buying that piece of crap Avalon. I've seen some Avalons, 99% of the time an old person is behind the wheel!
@@alanladd4342 Did you own one? It's supposed to be a bargain luxury car, not a track toy. A car that drives well, comfy, reliable and great to be in while in traffic, while giving great MPGs. You want a fun Toyota? Get an MR2, Supra or Corolla GR..SMH.
I've had my avalon for over 20 years with 1.3 million miles on it. Thing is a tank. Never even ever had a problem. Great little car and it's a great way to stay in shape
Are you joking or serious? What do you do to drive so much per year?
Million ?
@@vu5360😂 drives to the moon
I have a 1996 Avalon with 260,590 miles I have just replaced the spark plugs wires and one coil the struts,the rack n pinon stearing unit, the rear break rotors and front axels I like the car I've owned it for 17 years I've put 145,000 miles with out a problem I've had 5 Toyotas I buy n sell them but the Avalon is my keeper yip they are a well built car I'm 69 years young I live in just north of Seattle peace Scotty I'm an old machanic still building hot rods n Harleys God Bless yall
Scotty is correct about these old Avalons. I have a one owner 2008 Avalon Limited with 77,000 original miles. I plan to drive it for a long, long time to come. I also have a 2022 Avalon Limited that, while a very nice car, is not as comfortable as the ole 2008 is. I will take a look at the new Crown and will probably get one, but I am keeping both of my Avalons...
Back in the day my mentor at work had an Avalon. Great car. 👍🏻
Toyota stopped making the Avalon, because it is more boring than Scotty ranting about Tesla. The truth is nobody is buying that piece of crap Avalon. I've seen some Avalons, 99% of the time an old person is behind the wheel!
I have an uncle that bought a 97 Avalon brand new. I have no idea how many miles it has, but it's still his every day car.
1992 Camry wagon(:(Australia) auto etc, a few age issues underneath,@ 376,000 Km's, engine & transmission are still rolling along fine, as far as I know, this vehicle towed 1999-2008
Leather is more durable than cloth. Leather just needs to be cared for (use a leather conditioner twice a year) and cloth needs to be steam cleaned. Thanks for all your tips Scotty, I appreciate your knowledge and guidance 🙂🇨🇦
When I needed to replace my 16 yr old Buick I listened to you Scotty. I found a 2017 Avalon coming off lease with 24K on it. I love this smooth car. Only thing I don't like is having a console. My Buick had a big sofa seat. I plan to drive this one until I give it to my grandson....in 12 years haha.
I have po
I have an o7 had problems with ignition igniter and now with power steering whining both fixed by my great me c mechanic has 110000 miles
I’ve got a 2000 Toyota Avalon XLS with the 3.0L 1MZ-FE V6 and 4-speed automatic transmission with 252,000 miles on it. I’ve done a couple of relatively big jobs to it before, but it’s still on its original engine and transmission. My original alternator also finally went out at around 200,000 miles. It’s had religious full synthetic oil changes its whole life every 5,000 miles. One of the best cars Toyota ever made for the North American market!
The “little hole that goes into the trunk” is for skis
That way they can extend into the trunk instead of up into the front seats
I had a 2005 avalon 280hp was very powerful reliable and super spacious inside
I recently bought a 06 avalon limted and I love it
Loved my avalon, only problem I ever had was the power steering rack
Did you happen to own the first year of a new model? I've been cursed that way. My 2013 Lexus GS 350 had a weird intermittent electronic steering rack problem. Other than that it was perfect! Owned a 2007 GS 300 before that, it has weird intermittent transmission issues. I now own a 2007 Tundra and it has some quirky issues. All of those vehicles have been first year models. From everything I read on the forums and knowing how Toyota operates, they iron out all those issues by the 3rd year of a new model. So when buying a used Toyota product always keep that in mind.
Was it so boring that you fell asleep behind the wheel?
What I hate about post millennium leather interiors is that the seat padding is thinner and more dense (harder)! So the plastic coated leather won’t sag n bag more over time and wear. Nuttin like the seats of an 87 Park Avenue that for sure. Was like riding around sitting on a sofa, 9-10 hr drive, not problem.
Thanks for sharing blessings and love
My 2006 Toyota Avalon has 250k miles and still runs. It has very good gas mileage and it’s interior looks brand new. Love that car
I bought a 2011 Avalon last summer with just under 150K and it runs like a new car. With the Nokian WR-G4's I put on the car in November, it does great in the snow as well.
My 2006 Toyota Avalon touring is 200,000+ miles and still running strong. I love it and plan on supercharging it.
Scotty’s right, had this model Avalon. Limited. One or the best cars I’ve ever had, and comfortable. However. The xenon headlights went out in a matter of months of one another. And at $1800.00 each, traded it in on a tundra. (With non xenon headlights).
The Avalon is only a runner up to the 2011-2015 Lexus RX350’s as the best vehicle ever made. It’s nearly impossible to find one of these gems in a salvage yard anywhere unless it’s wrecked beyond repair.
That GX470 in my driveway has 285,000 on original engine. Mpg aren't great but it pulls like day 1.
I love it every time you take a vehicle to your li'l dragstrip and give it the old "Italian tune-up"... 😄😄👍