THIS is One of the Best Toyota Models Ever Made! Let's See How It's Doing!
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- čas přidán 31. 07. 2024
- A Toyota Master Diagnostic Technician checks out one of the best Toyota models ever made, The 2004 Toyota Avalon XLS.
In this video we'll do a full inspection and some diagnosis on a 2004 Toyota Avalon which actually belongs to my neighbor that recently bought it for an exuberant amount due to the inflation in used car prices.
This Avalon has a Noise concern which we'll do some diagnosis on and we'll look over the whole car including a timing belt inspection.
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0:00 Intro
1:21 Concern Diagnosis - Under Hood
05:27 Under Car Inspection
13:29 Under Hood Inspection
16:47 Timing Belt Inspection
23:59 Interior Tour - Auta a dopravní prostředky
I have a 2003 with almost 300,000 miles i do all of the maintenance myself. Oil, changes, timing belts, etc. and suspension stuff. I have had this car since I’ve got married in 2017 I had a Lincoln town car before that piece of crap always breaking the Toyota. Avalon has got me through some rough patches in my life. it drove me from Chicago all the way back to North Carolina. It drove me when I had the flu and Covid. It takes me to work every day. It’s taking me to the beach. It’s taking me to the mountains. It’s taking me all the way down to Florida once. I have used it like a truck moving stuff with it putting stuff on the roof but this car just keeps going. It’s never let me down.
You should buy your Avalon a good drink of Supreme fuel every once in awhile.
You sound exactly like my and my 1997 avalon has 244440 miles exactly. Taking me to the mountains where trucks are afraid to go in winter. Kept me safe in Montanas Negative 🥶 weather.
@@DeWhytePovertyDoes it drive good in the snow?
@@jimgrady4696 cars never drive in snow. With that being said. Yes Im a good driver.
I just recently acquired a 2003 Avalon XLS from a family friend with 73K miles on it. One owner, always garaged and in excellent condition. At first I thought these were ugly cars that only old people drive. But after owning it for 9 months and 10k miles, I have fallen in love with it.
My mom still has her 2001 XL Avalon with 55k miles on it.
Expect it too last 200,000 more miles, Mine is at 270k
I just bought a 07 xls 170.000 miles very clean its white the inside has a few cracks but that dont bother me
I had a friend who owned a ‘02 Avalon. Her older sister bought it with only 250 miles. She still has it with OVER 400K mile! Cold AC, little shaky but hey!
Shouldn't be "shaky" at least not laterally. Time for good safety check...tie rods, ball joints, bushings, etc.
@@wholeNwon Confidentiality, the car had better years with the older sister...not the case anymore...she’s gonna push it till it breaks (literal) even offered to sell it for $300.. 🤔
Why is it shaky ?
@@TheRealHungryJoe The problem is that it could well "break" while driving at sufficient speed to kill her and/or others when controlling it suddenly becomes impossible. There are parts of the suspension and steering that MUST work or the car will be completely uncontrollable.
@@wholeNwon I tried to offer help! Can’t help those who don’t want the help! I’m convinced these older models are just as reliable, if not more, then newer high tech Avalons
The mid- 2000's Toyotas were amazing and this is where Toyota quality peaked to its highest levels. I still have my 2005 Camry LE with over 350,000 kms. Runs like a champ. Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Hol up..412,000kms on my 2006 Camry with 1AZ-FE
The 2003 was burning oil
Actually Toyotas peak was from the 90s to early 2000s around 2002 was the last of the well built Toyota models still based on the 90s
@@shreda125hilux7 my 95 Camry was leaking oil
@@petermuniz9296 that has nothing to do with quality and reliability ,leaking oil is simply wear and tear , you have a 1995 model car which means it is nearly 27 years old , some brand new cars leak oil
I have a 2001 Avalon with 377,000 miles on it. Original engine and transmission. Still runs great. Love it!
What do you do to maintain your Avalon? Anything out the norm?
@@erickenglish1799 Just keep the oil changed every 5,000 miles. It just turned 401,000 miles this past week. I also have a 1997 Accord with 457,000 miles on it.
@@jamesbarker619 Damn bro
This guy is absolutely incredible. Deserves millions of subs.
Yes, being an auto tech means you are an incredible Human being.
Gazillion. This video influenced me to by my 2002 Toyota Avalon XLS. 276K with a rebuilt transmission 🤌🏾
@@DScott-be7pg if my transmission failed, that would be enough motivation for me to do something about it. I don't need to watch someone else do something.
I agree, his presentation is relaxing and speaks to his old and new school experience.
@@Acinc-lr2jp I've been in the automotive industry for 30 years. Doesn't do shit for me. Only people who can't work on vehicles enjoy watching others do what they cannot.
I own this car. Had it for 9 yrs now. Very nice to drive. I bought it with 43k miles in 2013. Now it has 250k.
I have payed for several repairs over the years. Still love it. Worth the money.
What were the repairs you had to make?
@@4nik8 Hello, here is a list of repairs done. not in any order.
100k mile service - includes water pump, timing belt & gear - done twice.
new struts on all wheel points at 180K
replace front brakes 3x, rear brakes 1x
replace battery 2x
replace tires every 60K
yearly replace wipers and air filter.
I think that is it.
@@scottmason2447 I just bought a 2001 Avalon with 166k miles. It's mostly just fine with a couple of issues like vibration at highway speed and a rough idle. I'm taking it in to a Toyota mechanic soon to give it a once over and see what needs to be fixed overall. Your list of repairs was very helpful to see what might lie in my future. Thanks!
@@KikiRevenge Finding a good mechanic is hard. that vibration at highway speed could be anything. tire out of balance or alignment.
best of luck with the car.
@scottmason2447 so basic maintenance not really repairs
My youngest is still driving our 2001 Avalon XLS. Only problem we ever had was the oxygen sensor went out once. Changed the timing belt, plugs, front struts, and Water pump at 120K and still going. Drove it 22 hours last year one way to South Dakota without a hiccup.
I bought my mom a used 2002 Toyota Avalon XLE. The car is a tank and sooooooo reliable! Love it!
Best son ever
My 2000 Camry V6 has about 247,000 kms. Engine & Transmission runs smoothly. Compared to modern Toyotas, I really like the 90s design. It's simple, classic and well made.
2001 Avalon XLS was my first car at 15. Ava was her name and she lasted from age 15 to 22 before she got salvaged by other drivers. I paid 4k and got 4.5k worth of insurance over those 7 years. 273,000 miles and I put over 150k on her myself. Still got her badges just because I had to lol. Besides my current 08 Urban Runner she was the car of my dreams.
Also my first car sold at 250k its still on the road I regret letting her go
I just found and purchased a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE with only 61,000 miles, no accidents, one owner, a carfax with the vast majority of maintenance done at either a Thomasville GA, or Tallahassee FL Toyota dealership. This car is pretty much mint inside and out, I paid $11,500, yeah a little high, but the price of high mileage junk was even higher.
Drive it until the wheels fall off!
My 1MZ Engine in my 2002 ES300 is amazing. I’m the second owner bought it in April 2021 with 161,000 miles. It was serviced at a local Lexus dealership according to the Lexus owners website from day one. the timing belt was done at 88,000 miles also new water pump and valve cover gasket. Last summer had a certified mechanic change out all four struts because the original rear ones were leaking, changed out the original AC compressor (was squealing) and original alternator. All of these parts lasted 19 years which proves the longevity and durability of Toyota/Lexus. Everything works nothing is broken, the car is solid and tight not a creek or rattle anywhere
I Did my first synthetic oil change last year at 5k miles. I’ll be keeping this car for 10 plus years!
I worked as a salesman at a Toyota dealership in 2004 and recall selling many of these. Yes, they are great cars. I always felt like the Avalon was the Toyota nobody seemed to know about. Obviously, the Camry was/is their best seller, so the Avalon was somewhat overshadowed by it. But dollar for dollar, mile for mile, I think the Avalon is Toyota’s best value. I’m no longer selling cars, but I did just recently buy a very nice, pre owned 2018 Avalon. I love it, too!
It seems quite worth it to replace all those worn items, given that engine and transmission are otherwise robust. They are incredibly fortunate to have you in their lives to inspect and identify what needs attention
This Avalon was such a great body style! The backseat could accommodate two offensive linemen with no problem. So nice!
😂
My kids are not quite that size yet....so lots of room for them 😂
Scotty Kilmer couldn't hold a light to this guy's videos. Amazing work. Love my Toyota/Lexus fam
Been following Scotty for a few years now and really like him. Just found THIS channel today (subscribed) and if he's better than Scotty going forward, then I will be impressed.
Kilmer is a clickbait machine. Dude is all over the place
This gen Avalon interior seems to be in better shape then my third gen. Mrs. Car Care Nut has a steady hand with the camera. She’s great. God bless you
Thanks Sam! Honestly, stabilizers should get all the credit lol
Our local specialist repair shop replaced the steering rack with a good used one on our 2007 RX330 ten years ago. It's still fine.
Why would you need a new rack on a five year old Lexus?
What year is yours?
@@pryme2013 I have an 08 rx350 and the racks were notoriously junk on that particular generation of RX.
What a treat to go through step by step to evaluate condition & repair needs...keep it coming!
I just bought a 2005 Lexus es330 whit 103,236 miles on it super clean and beautiful car looks almost new
@markorodriguez1277 hows the ES doing? Have you had to do any maintenance yet?
Thank you for confirming what I thought since I owned an 01 Avalon. Absolutely the best car I ever owned and wish they never stopped making the model in that configuration.
Just bought a 2001 avalon from an older couple with 94k miles. All dealer maintained with a mile of reciepts. Im 27, drive like a grandpa hope to have it for many years to come.
Bought an 06 today, 282,000 miles and clean as a whistle. Full maintenance logs from dealer. She was a little bitty thing and the driver seat looks hardly worn. I am doing the timing belt out of precaution. Probs had it done at dealer as it was serviced every 5000 miles. 3500 bucks and I feel like I just bought the best car I ever owned and for a tenth of the price of my last car. A drivers dream
GREAT & thorough review on the Avalon! I drive a 2015 & they are such solid cars! Not given enough recognition. Thanks for taking the time to film & edit for us!
Really enjoy your critique and information on the older models which is what most people drive. Keep making more! Awesome job again!!! Thanks
I have a 2000 XLS. Has 180k miles on it. In the shop today for new plugs and timing belt. This thing is so awesome.
How much did the timing belt job cost? I'll be needing one soon
Another honest inspection of a timeless Toyota gem from the past. Good job AMD. God bless you and your family as well 🙌🙌
It is like you are reading my mind. I have a Suburban getting 16mpg and have been thinking of getting an Avalon for our family of four.
Thanks for posting this. I enjoy watching you work. I especially appreciate how you diagnosed the front end issues. A lot of people will just say "This car has such-n-such an issue & here's how I fixed it". Diagnosis is just as important as the repair itself (as is confirmation).
Just bought a 2000 Avalon and I have been fixing numerous problems like idle control motor, water pump, timing belt, seals, battery, washer pump, silencer muffler, and some body dings. Everything previous owner had neglected before deciding to get rid of. This is common with a lot of car owners in my opinion. Good News is there are no oil leaks or oil consumption after 3000 miles. Car Care Nut is right it drives like a freeway flyer the car floats and is super quiet inside. I appreciate you going over this car mine is in a little better shape it seems and has higher mileage on it. Thanks again and it’s hard to find videos on this car with a quality mechanic.
Did you expect a 22 year old car to be perfect regaedless of age or mileage?
@@glennnichols4220
Well to me that is a lot of things to ignore and still be driving the car everyday. But if you are selling it in a sellers market it will make sense.
U mean300000 miles not 3000
@@zainaabdin
No I was referring to how many miles I put on the car after purchasing it,
Just curious because I am planning to buy one…how much did you pay for all those repairs?
I have a 2007 Toyota Avalon and I absolutely love it. Before I owned a 2002 Toyota Solara with the same V6 as this Avalon in the video, it was very reliable!! It got me to 306,000 miles and still sold it at that point, it's still running around.
Since you have both, I would LOVE your opinion on the Solara VS. Avalon. Can't decide between the "smaller" Solara (coupe) or the larger Avalon (2010 or so year).
would you recommend an 06 avalon limited with 170k miles for $5k?
My dad worked for Snap-On making sockets for 35 years. He took a lot of pride in his work. Love your videos!
I have a 2003 Avalon XLS, looks exactly like this one! 175K miles. It has a rattle in the back when going over bumps, so I need to have that checked out, but other than that, it's an AMAZING car!
Is the spare tire in the trunk secure? If so check the suspension. 😊
This is my favorite sedan. Hated to see it go. Thanks for all the work on these educational videos.
yeah they stop production on 2022 :(
Three years ago I purchased a slightly used 2010 Avalon XLS with 40K miles . Garage kept , Now it’s got 76K miles runs like a dream. Best car I ever had.
You’ve got under 80K miles on it… of course it runs like a dream! Not shitting on Toyota as my last Corolla was shy under 299K b4 it was totaled.
Ayee for how much? I always love hearing about people's deals
@@28cthedestroyer $8500 three years ago
@@roadglide1142 ughh I'm jealous asf 🤣🤣🤣
I got my 03 Camry for 7,500$ last march, with only 94,000 miles it's a 1 owner car too.
Before buying our 2009 Toyota Aurion Presara we actually test drove a 2007 Avalon and it was beautiful extremely comfortable however we decided in the end to go for the later one we bought mostly because being the Presara it was top of the range and had everything you could think of in it standard. We have never regretted buying it as now it is 13 years old it is still a dream to drive, quiet and very good on the fuel being a 3.5V6 2GRFE very reliable and loved as one of my children. Love your honesty your professional and down to earth humanity AMD. Your one of the best my friend and a pleasure to watch your channel. Keep Safe Keep Strong My Friend
I've got an 03 XLS Avalon with 276k on the odometer and still runs smooth and it's in great shape. Even have the Bench Seat in the front. Going to drive it as long as I can.
I would change the whole rack - outer to outer tie rods - change the timing belt, dog bone and of course the oil and filter, if it was mine. In the fall check the brakes and probably replace before the snow flies. We all would like a Toyota that nice.
This guy is a total Toyota wizard, all the videos are amazing and insightful. Thank you very much for your material.
Car Care Nut and Car Wizard are the 2 best automotive channels.
Thank you for the tour of your neighbors Avalon. I have a 2004 Volvo S80 with 174k miles. Like the Avalon it has held up quite well. It does need things from time to time, yet it’s a lot less expensive than to replace it outright.
The smile on his face when he was unscrewing the Toyota logo to take the engine cover off 😊. This guy is a true car care nut.
Absolute GOLD ;-)
My mechanic had his assistant replace my valve covers and i see hes less experienced with toyotas cause he somehow broke the toyota emblem while pulling cover off . I didn't realize until next day when I went to inspect work done.
for someone who has their first Avalon as of maybe a solid year now, a 2000/1 owner this was super helpful! I want to keep this car around for awhile!
Hey man I really like how you take your time to explain all the details. I'm a Toyota fan myself, I have owned a Toyota altezza, Toyota starlet and I currently own a Scion xA and Toyota glanza 1.3L with ct9 hybrid turbo and front mount intercooler. Keep up the good work, cheers.
Avalon and Solara. Despite not being made in Japan, are one of the highest quality and reliable cars Toyota made.
Isn't that strange lol but yah probably the most dependable cars ever made
What you gain in engine life, you usually lose in mpg.
I own one of each, 2008 Solara SLE convertible with 41k miles, 2019 Avalon Hybrid Limited with advanced safety package, and a 2021 Sequoia Platinum (pulls our 2022 Airstream).
@@ozarkliving7263 I have a 2005 Lexus RX330, 2010 Rav4 and a 2005 Toyota Solara. The Solara has a virgin engine bay at 130K miles. Nothing touched.
My RX330 and Rav4 are both made in Japan but I’ve had to replace and steering pump on the Lexus and an alternator on the Rav4. Nothing done to the Solara under the hood. Nothing, except serpentine and battery.
I do have my eyes on an Avalon. I want an older one, 05-11 with the 3.5 V6. A nice cruiser with some balls when you mash the pedal.
@@ozarkliving7263 Since you have both, I would LOVE your opinion on the Solara VS. Avalon. Can't decide between the "smaller" Solara (coupe) or the larger Avalon (2010 or so year).
I have a 2000 Avalon for 10 years bought with 124k miles in 2012 and now have 320k miles and still runs smooth. Changed out the alternator at 190k, vvt oil control valve at 205k and all original engine transmission and even starter. The 1mzfe does burn big amounts of oil like a 2 quarts every 3k miles but it still runs smooth
My 2006 rav 4 burns oil too 1 quart every 1200 miles..
I have 160k on it now so I started using oil additive restore it’s called and now I’m using 1quart every 1500 miles or so I just started using it for 9k miles it’s says the more u use it the better it will get too.. also the engine runs so quiet and smooth too
This engine isn't common to burn oil you probably have a leak
@@rawniew No leaks at all especially not that bad. It puffs out blue smoke out the back sometimes. Definitely burning oil. The previous owner did oil changes every 8k to 10k mile intervals which was totally wrong and that caused sludge in it and causes it to burn oil.
@@Travelingcarguy1 yeah that'll do it haha. These engines in general don't have the piston ring issues that the next gen motors did. But they aren't neglect proof
Oil control rings, no biggie.
Toyota compression rings rarely give problems.
Wow…great information here! Camera work all the way through was great. Many thanks again!
Always good to see a passionate Toyota mechanic showing his work. Keep up the good work. God bless you.
I have a 2004 Avalon xls I paid $1,800 used 264k miles. It was a rough ride when I looked at it but engine was so quite. I replaced all struts f & r with the only oem Sachs or what I went with Japan made kyb. 2004 was an odd year with parts in 2005 new gen. It’s a nice ride now but parts were a headache. Listings that said would fit didn’t sat on the tire had to send back. All in all great car. I’ve seen that 3.0 vvti is in fact non interference engine it won’t hit anything if belt breaks a guy demonstrated it with a junkyard engine it didn’t hit anything but that’s just what I’ve discovered . Love the video man keep up great work
I ran into the same problem with my 05 suburu legacy, the parts for the 04 actually work, the ones for 05 & 06 don't work? Even though it's a 2005?! But I ran into many problems with parts not fitting correctly, so I looked up parts for an 04, 9 out of 10 worked, so I know the pain!
I genuinely hope you manage to get your hands on a 80's or 90's Toyota Cressida. My first car was a 1983 Toyota Cressida DX. I LOVED THAT THING. Fantastic video 🙏
Not relevant to video but had to share this: my 18 Tundra had cam tower leak service completed a few days ago. Get truck back, all good. Today truck goes into limp mode so I bring it in. Dealer diagnosed the 2 plugs on drivers side valve cover are mismatched. Maybe all service tech need to watch your videos! I knew exactly what they were talking about because of your 5.7 Tundra video! Good work, proves you know your stuff!
David's parents have a 2000 Avalon Limited they bought brand new. They still own and drive it to this day.
❤❤❤
When I first bought my Avalon I put a set of cheap strut assemblies on it but soon found out the hard way that cheap isn't the way to go. They didnt last very long and I recently replaced the front struts again with a pair of KYB assemblies and it was a night and day difference.
yeah agreed. i put detroit axle struts in mine all around, and i feel like they are already failing.
When we got our newest to us Toyota, they put OE Spectrum Quickstruts on them and in about eight months, the car would oscillate back and forth so hard as if there were no struts and just springs when going up a driveway from a turn. KYB struts made it like a new ride.
I own a 2011 Limited. OMG it’s such a comfortable car!! I’m so glad I bought one!
What a professional!! This is the kind of guy u want as a mechanic!! Love ur videos great work
I replaced that rack on my 98 4Runner and I am happy that I did. It solved a lot of problems.
I have the 2003 Avalon XLS and it's the best car I've purchased. So smooth and comfortable I gave it to my Dad and now wanna get another for me hahaha. Still got some small issues but nothing major
I wish I was your neighbor to look at my 2003 Corolla with 193k+ miles
we just got one. an 01 with 158k. interior looks like this. a time capsule . Incredibly clean, rides like a lexus, incredibly smooth, and the sound system is awesome. we had a 2017 crossover that hit 100k and was using oil, and were not going to continue to pay on a vehicle that was eating quarts of oil. so we bought the avalon cash, and love it so far. Thanks for the video
Love seeing your analysis and the video cam following thru. Superb my friend. Love this
Yeah these truly drive like butter. My Coworker used to have one when I sold cars at the Toyota dealership and he let me drive it one day and I just couldn’t believe it
Love these diagnostic episodes! Thank you!
I can relate to this same situation as this Customer did I have an 01 Camry made in Japan model bought it 2 years ago. Little have I known how the car was CARED for. It was neglected but now I've fixed everything on it and a brand new paint job etc and runs like it's new with 170,000 miles on it and will keep it until the wheels fall off etc. People always asked me about my car saying how clean and good looking it is. Best Camrys ever made in my opinion and my camry is in the same condition as shown here in the video. Honest mechanics are hard to come by we need more People like you the Car Care nut and Scotty Kilmer good Honest people. Great informative videos and keep the videos coming about the 4th Generation Camrys 97 thru 01 model years. I love watching Videos on theses good 🚗 Cars thanks.
Lovely video. Thank you Mrs TCCN and AMD.
I have a 2000 Avalon XL that I bought about 4 years ago. I put a new timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, valve cover gaskets, and struts on it right after I bought it. It runs and rides smooth as glass and even with 170k miles I'd drive it anywhere. I could probably drive this car for another 10 years without issue.
How much did you pay for the repairs?
Update?
They are definitely nice. The reason I went with a Camry was they're plentiful in salvage yards. I've gotten some good used parts there. When I buy a used car, since I can work on it myself, I just replace most wear out parts. When I bought my used 99 camry, I replaced the timing belt, water pump and the 2 pulleys. I'd recommend doing the oil pump seals too, as mine went bad a couple years later. Lesson learned. I just did the cam and crank seals last year. I just bought another one from Florida, like new, replaced everything in one process. I've a new valve cover gasket, and that plug where the distributor used to go yet to replace. I've done this too on my old one. I learned a lot along the way, that's another reason I've stuck with this year and make. Oh, toyota parts are GREAT and prices are not bad. I've 95,000 miles on my older cars timing belt and water pump, both Toyota brand. I'll probably change them soon, but that's another great thing, non interference engine. If only they had dipsticks for the transmission, I wanted to buy a new one. It should of been an option, I'd of paid it.
They do have a trans dipstick but it's upside down and internal.
@James Smith;
4th gen Camry represent!
My 2001 Camry Le 4cyl is a freaking tank, sometimes in can't believe how well it runs.. Have to look at the tach to tell it's running sometimes.
I love my 2014 Avalon with (140k miles) but sometimes wish that I had the Camry. I have a peeling interior trim piece and a worn out driver seat. It's been nearly impossible to find used replacements for both.
I have this very same car still, 22 years old and it still drives buttery smooth. I put new struts on last year, it has had a couple timing belts with 197000 miles and change. I wish you would do more on the 1mz fe engine. Thanks, love your videos!
What an amazing channel. Thank you for the interior tour, it was really cool that you thought about your international viewers.
Bought an 96 Avalon recently. Love it so much. Run so smooth. I only had a hard time finding the correct steering rack boots. All aftermarket parts I tried won't fit nicely. I ended up buying from dealership (It wasn't expensive, took only 1 day, perfect fit). Lesson learned. I should have checked the OEM price first... save time and headaches
My mother-in-lay had one and it was nice. We spent some time and fixed and cleaned everything we could find then listed it for sale. The first person that looked it was shocked when the drove it. They just could not get over how nice everything looked and how nice it drove out on the interstate. It had 80,000 miles and looked 95% new including the paint.
I’ve seen the racks weep on these many times. As you know I am in the land of no salt, no rust. So our cars live much much longer, so I work on and repair the older generations. Anyway, if it’s not just pouring fluid, I will wash them out with a little brake clean and light compressed air replace the tie rod end and boot and as you said, just monitor it. I haven’t had to replace one yet. I recently did just this on the 99 Camry my daughter is driving, I also did struts, I found some quality TRW aftermarket struts. All of our cars here can generally be taken apart with hand tools. Great video and info as always.
stepdaughter's hand-me-down base model 2006 matrix, 5speed, 300,000 mi. going strong!!!! love the videos and attention to detail!!!!
My brother had a 95 Avalon
Omg it was such a good car
Very reliable n confortable
Lots of room,power n not too
Bad on the gas front
I have 2004 Avalon XLS with 96k on it. I’m driving 52 years and this is the best car I’ve ever owned. It has every thing you would want in a car. It’s super peppy, gets good m.p.g., rides great and tons of room in the interior and a huge trunk. In my opinion it’s the best generation of Avalon which ran from 2000 to 2004. I’ve owned a 2000, 2002, 2003. They’re all good cars but I think the 2004 is the best. The Avalon shares many parts with the Lexus without the hefty price tag. If you can find one that doesn’t have very high milage it’s a great car. They really hold there value so don’t expect to get one dirt cheap.
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I'm happy to see you also use a Quick Jack. I'm just a car repair enthusiast, far from a pro, but I got tired of the old manual pump style jack and jack stands and only being able to work on one half of the car at a time. I bought the 7000 pound model in case I had friends with heavy trucks but it was probably not necessary. Love your videos and your approach to doing things thoroughly, precisely, and right by the customer. May the Lord bless you and keep you and your family as well sir.
I have a 06 Avalon w/ salvage title.
I love it it's been fully repaired.
I've owned it about 5/6 years I guess
It's never let Me down. It still uses no
oil !
Thank you for another excellent video
I own a 2007 Avalon XLS I bought it used 6 years ago
It is the best car I’ve ever had
Of course I’ve owned a bunch of sports cars and was used to high cost and frequent repairs
I love my Toyota love the ride the space and the way it drives
You said your neighbors paid too much for their Avalon
It’s a real same it had these problems.
Great video
5 stars out of 5
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Best wishes always
Las Vegas Craig
Craig, do you think an 06 avalon limited with 170k miles or 07 limited with 210k for $5k worth it? I know... car price is crazy right now, I used to see $3k for a car around 100k miles, def miss those days
You could NOT be more right... My wife happened into an 03 Avalon at 90k miles (from the estate of a long-time employer) and as soon as I drove it, I began a year-long search for another Gen2 Avalon for me. Finally found an 01 at 61k with receipts for every technician's touch since it had 100 miles on it. These are BY FAR the best cars we've ever owned, and that includes a 1969 BMW 2001, which held the top spot until Kittie's 03 came along.
Just did a rack on a 92 accord. Had three bad racks from a retail chain. Used Advantage Steering in California and wow it was beautiful and remanufactured here in the states. Awesome quality and customer service.
Great piece. Have the exact same car. White & tan. XLS. Exactly as shown. It has a fantastic ride. Quiet and smooth and very comfortable. Same bulb is out on odometer. This is our 2nd 04. It's very hard to beat a Toyota. Built to last almost forever. They don't rust!!!!!. Love em
Thank you, CCN for all you do! I am pickled tink with my 03' Avalon XLS. I purchased this with 67K and currently am approaching 120K. New timing belt, water pump - (only because of age), new Michelins all around, detailed and ceramic coated, ceramic window tint all around, new head unit (including backup camera). Yep, Toyota - this is one happy owner. This is my daily driver and will be for quite some time to come.. (maybe another 19 years?)
Update?
@@SPOT305 136k, ceramic tint holding up well after 5 years. I forgot to mention the Lloyd floor mats ( wonderful during the winter). Yep, still in love and driving happy!
@carlroberts1172 good to gear!
Another excellent diagnosis video!
Beautiful car= beautiful TOYOTAS! Enjoyed this "gem" of our Toyota past. Great video. God bless, greetings from Southern California
My 94 year old dad has decided to stop driving and he is giving me his 2005 Avalon limited. It has a whooping 43,000 miles on it. I’m excited to drive it to Florida from Nevada.
I have 2000 Avalon XLS and I love it. Recently ordered Rav4 Hybrid, cause of terrible gas millage this gets in the city. Great car indeed, also mine is in way better condition with almost new like seats they seem like 3-4 years old. Wish I could attach pictures to comments.
My 01 Lexus ES300 had the 1MZ motor. It was pushing 300k before I traded it in. It survived a bad oil sludge issue at 223k and a transmission rebuild. It was a tough car but I do not miss dealing with the timing belts!
I've recently dealt with the engine sludge issue at 270k. I thought she was terminal. But after 7 cans of brake cleaner and 3 degreasers. Changed all seals and new spark plugs. She's purring like a kitten again. Plus I can take off my brown paper bag everytime I start her up. If you're a 1MZFE owner. You'll know what I mean. hahaha.
@@inasingtr Where did you put brake cleaner?
@@inasingtr where did you?
Hope you can help explaining exactly how you got rid of the sludge effectively. I'm having major sludge problem and am considering doing 2 Liqui Moly engine flushes back to back. Supposedly clogging filters or lines is not an issue with these. But I hope to hear something already tried and effective. Thanks.
I just.picked up a 2000 XLS, and I love it.!!
2007 Lexus GS 350 awd owner here.227,450 original miles. Runs like a dream
The 1st generation Avalon was offered with a bench seat. A six passenger full size vehicle because Toyota tried to compete in the police car market. But, the Crown Vics and Impalas still dominated the market.
I have a 98 Avalon XLS with the split bench up front. I have yet to find another Avalon with this six place seat option and I always check, Will stop if/when I find one. Love my Avalon with over 250K miles. I have refreshed steering, suspension and AC. Great highway car.
My 2001 Avalon has 260K km. It still drives like a dream. :D
The only account I have subscribed to. Simply Amazing! Would love to learn more
Thank you AMD for the great content keep up the good work. You are truly the Toyota King 👑
I bought a CPO 2002 Avalon and drove it from 60,000 - 160,000 miles over 12 years. Replaced timing belt, plugs, struts, and 1 O2 sensor, and a few batteries. Very nice car. I went on to a 2011 Avalon (before they became ugly in 2013) which does have a nicer drive train, but not the same level of quality as the 2002.
Great video! I'm interested in seeing the timing belt, water pump, and gaskets replacement. We have a 2004 ES330 with 134K (bought in 2011 with 36K). If you were close, I would have you do the maintenance and repairs.
Love this video
I own an Avalon so this information is very helpful
Yes I love driving the car. So smooth when things are aligned
Excellent video. Thank you for taking the time to explain WhT to look for when purchasing one of these cars.
My Dad bought a 2000 Avalon new, kept it for a few years and then passed it down to my brother. Brother kept it for a long time, drove the heck out of it and then passed it down to me. By the time I got it it was showing its age but mechanically it was solid. My ex wife drove it into a freeway guard rail and pretty much ended its useful life.
Would definitely recommend it if a friend asked my advice.
your ex or the Avalon, lol?
@@usaman7358😂😂😂
That’s quite amazing if that’s the original belt, my dad and I would change them about every 60, and then while we were there we will change the water pump in the pulleys and idler tensioner and he always got great prices on OEM parts he was able to order them on the computer system, at that time the forklift division uses the same ordering system…
Great Video. Appreciate all your work.
Thank you for all the info you share in your videos! Your video about the Camry Hybrid helped me finally make a choice and order it.