Awesome! My first car in 2006 was a 1987 Camry. Basically this exact car. Im older, and have owned many newer cars and trucks now, but i am actually considering buying another one of these. Its cool to see a younger person with mechanical knowledge and appreciation. Keep it up.
Being a new mechanic, I like old cars and when I own a car, I just want a car that'll take me to places, be reliable, look classy, cheap to own, and comfortable. An old Camry fits the bill real well. All I'd do would be modernize the interior with a new radio that doesn't stand out and new speakers. I just want an easy to own car that's comfortable. Idc about speed, I'd rather cruise with a comfortable car.
I’m a new mechanic too and I adore older toyotas, my only advice for buying an old car is don’t overlook the cosmetic condition!!!!! Especially paint!!!! Because if you really love your car, having a peeling clearcoat, rust spots/bubbling paint could really get to you after a while. And cosmetic repair takes a lot of time and dedication to learn…and for paint, indoor garage, respirator, paint booth, etc etc to get a factory like finish. And of course, if you get paint done at a shop, it’s more often than not more than the value of the car. Good luck out there
Bought a nearly new '87 DX in '88. If I was selling it, beater, if I was attempting to buy it back a classic, They succumbed to rust issues in my area, I had mine nearly 10 years. Needed a Rack, water pump & valve guides at the time. 138K will go down as my favorite car.
@@Yotaadventures The vehicle I put the most miles on, relatively simple to work on, low maintenance, competent in traffic, good visibility. It had it's Achilles heels though, I never regretted my purchase.
Love these cars. I had the same one in Corolla form (they look exactly the same) for $1,500 in 2008 when I had no money at 140K miles and some how it lasted 6 months before the tranny broke 3rd gear the moment I took it on the freeway. SUPER lightweight car though. If you engine swapped, it would be scary fast. I just say do your best to replace what you can and you'll have a reliable beater for life that still looks good. Also I agree on the styling. I like it better than my 94' Camry I sold, but even that one still looks really good compared to well any other that came after it.
Downtown Atlanta five points/underground is like skid row. Nobody wants to do business over there due to the homeless popping up. Once you drive past midtown/Buckhead, they're constantly building skyscrapers.
@@Yotaadventures the part is cheap. You’ll have to remove the glove compartment to get to the blower motor assembly but after that it’s rather easy install. My a/c works but has no Freon. I’m trying to get that taken care of. Good luck.
Have you taken it on any road trips recently? And will you get it painted? Also please never buy a new car if your life depends on it expensive as hell and everything being made out of cheap plastic your car is definitely gonna outlast
Awesome! My first car in 2006 was a 1987 Camry. Basically this exact car.
Im older, and have owned many newer cars and trucks now, but i am actually considering buying another one of these.
Its cool to see a younger person with mechanical knowledge and appreciation. Keep it up.
A true classic. Can’t go wrong with an older Toyota.
Except rust.
Being a new mechanic, I like old cars and when I own a car, I just want a car that'll take me to places, be reliable, look classy, cheap to own, and comfortable. An old Camry fits the bill real well. All I'd do would be modernize the interior with a new radio that doesn't stand out and new speakers. I just want an easy to own car that's comfortable. Idc about speed, I'd rather cruise with a comfortable car.
I’m a new mechanic too and I adore older toyotas, my only advice for buying an old car is don’t overlook the cosmetic condition!!!!! Especially paint!!!! Because if you really love your car, having a peeling clearcoat, rust spots/bubbling paint could really get to you after a while. And cosmetic repair takes a lot of time and dedication to learn…and for paint, indoor garage, respirator, paint booth, etc etc to get a factory like finish. And of course, if you get paint done at a shop, it’s more often than not more than the value of the car. Good luck out there
Me again how much money for the car
I had that exact car in college.. drove over Snoqualmie Pass many many times in the snow and weather. Great car 🤙🏼
All this car needs is a new front bumper and a paint job and wheel covers
Oh definitely!
Thing is a CLASSIC
I have a '91 DX. The jetson-era seatbelts are the bomb and the most entertaining for pre-teens. The fishbowl visibility is the best driver feature.
Bought a nearly new '87 DX in '88. If I was selling it, beater, if I was attempting to buy it back a classic,
They succumbed to rust issues in my area, I had mine nearly 10 years. Needed a Rack, water pump & valve guides at the time. 138K will go down as my favorite car.
@@CSmith-gb1sl why your favorite?
@@Yotaadventures The vehicle I put the most miles on, relatively simple to work on, low maintenance, competent in traffic, good visibility. It had it's Achilles heels though, I never regretted my purchase.
Good score
im about to buy a 91 camry tomorrow!
❤ i now drive 90s Camry Le, great driving and reliability car!
im about to buy a 1991 toyota camry. i', stoked lol
Love the car.Interior is in good condition and the blue is a great colour.Would be great with a paint job and some decent wheels.Good car for free.
Classic I miss mine
Love these cars. I had the same one in Corolla form (they look exactly the same) for $1,500 in 2008 when I had no money at 140K miles and some how it lasted 6 months before the tranny broke 3rd gear the moment I took it on the freeway. SUPER lightweight car though. If you engine swapped, it would be scary fast.
I just say do your best to replace what you can and you'll have a reliable beater for life that still looks good.
Also I agree on the styling. I like it better than my 94' Camry I sold, but even that one still looks really good compared to well any other that came after it.
A classic beater
I don't think there are any air bags in this one - who needs air bags any way...lol Awesome Car man!!
Nope, no need when it’s a tank haha. Thanks!!
Downtown Atlanta five points/underground is like skid row. Nobody wants to do business over there due to the homeless popping up. Once you drive past midtown/Buckhead, they're constantly building skyscrapers.
Your ac will work on all settings if you change the resistor that goes to the blower motor. I have the same year, color, and it’s an LE.
Great to know! I’ll have to take a peak at that
@@Yotaadventures the part is cheap. You’ll have to remove the glove compartment to get to the blower motor assembly but after that it’s rather easy install. My a/c works but has no Freon. I’m trying to get that taken care of. Good luck.
@@PatrickMersinger my ac works but not during idle, I’m going to need Freon too I think. Thank you, sounds pretty straightforward
@@Yotaadventures keep us posted, I’ll let you know if I get my a/c fixed. Probably going tomorrow.
This car will outlast a new VW/BMW/Benz/Audi by 200,000 miles.
Classic :)
I own one just needs new wheel bearings to reliable to get rid of paid 550 dollars
Put a dubble bin touch screen with back up camera those camry are the best good luck.
Which one did you go with?
Why this Chinese shit in this classic
The shoulder belt will lock in an accident or sudden stop
Ahhh okay, they seem too loose for my comfort
@Yotaadventures have you had to replace the engine or transmission and have you taken it on any road trips recently?
You will never find a better car I have the V6 le model with 82,000 original miles and it runs better than most..
Parents had it 18 years before they traded it in
What is the sterio called what kind of Ken wood?
Have you had any issues with smog?
Reboot the factory CV axle don’t replace
That’s the plan, where do I get boots though?
@@Yotaadventures Toyota dealer. The boots for these might be discontinued but the ones for 1992-2001 are said to fit
@@christopherwaits7852 actually got the CV boot rebuild kit from Toyota this week! I’ll upload an updated video in a couple months when I get it done
@@Yotaadventuresoh awesome! I would also do new plugs, rotor, cap/wires. Toyota has all the parts still too
Have you taken it on any road trips recently? And will you get it painted? Also please never buy a new car if your life depends on it expensive as hell and everything being made out of cheap plastic your car is definitely gonna outlast
No big road trips, just like 2 hour trips pretty much. No issues. Once I fix the little things and snag some new tires I will take it
@Yotaadventures please never buy a newer car also would yiu feel comfortable taking it on big road trips?
Will you take it on any big road trips in the future and will you get a paint job @Yotaadventures
Also please don't ever but a newer car if your life depends on it it's not worth spending 45 grand on cheap ass plastic that your car will outlast
@@user-hk9pn1iy8g paint job maybe later down the line but not necessary.
Do you want to sell it?
@@mikecatalano8681 no but money talks
Hope you replaced the tires. Time will rot them.
Yup, learned my lesson with the blow out that took the floor trim on the driver side. Thanks!
Ummmm classic