The fact that is looks like a Ford is an issue. Only if you hate the looks of the F150.
Posted on 01/13/2016 4:44:36 AM PST by AbolishCSEU
I did sway bar bushings also..
only real concern with camrys in that age range is the timing belt they went to chains in early 2000’s, which are much more reliable.
the belts tend to go out at about 100k, so if you bought one with the belt replaced, you should be good for awhile. if not, be prepared for that repair.
my kid had a 97 that he bought with 130k on it, timing belt had been replaced at 110. he was close to 200k when he replaced it. them little toyota’s are like the energizer bunny.
Toyotas have non interference engines so just drive it until the timing belt breaks.
I’m on my second HOnda CRV. They are great. Good gas mileage, plenty of zip and they never break down. I have 75,000 miles and one battery and set of brake pads.
Another vote for Toyota!
Toyota Tercel - I kept mine running for 21 years from new and only sold it because of emission laws here in WI and because it was rusted out from 20 years of salt water exposure and sucking exhaust from some hole in the stern.
I’ve got about 70K miles before redoing the timing belt.
Another good thing about the Camry is the availability of parts. They sold so many of them. Easy to find parts online, in junk yards. Lots of online DIY videos on how to fix and replace most anything.
“snotty 3.5 liter”
Do you smack it when it crosses the line?
They’re not all going to be this good, but these are impressive totals.
How many miles has your Camry done until today?
Thousands of miles/ nickname/year
1) 620 theonetheonly 1993 ?
2) 558 ozarkman 1992 5S-FE
3) 500 lil_ta 1994 5S-FE
4) 476 guapoman2000 1992 5S-FE
5) 448 swagger_wagon468 1994 1MZ-FE Engine & trans replaced - now dead
6) 430 texomatom 1997 5S-FE
7) 428 greggf 1994 ?
8) 420 rob.shelton 1993 5S-FE
9) 416 haux 2000 5S-FE
10) 411 xtremeskier97 1993 5S-FE Rod knock, engine being swapped
I bought new late last year. I intended to buy used but the used market is just crap. I was going to setting on an Elantra that was 3 years old with 50K on it, but found I could get brand new for 3 grand more. Can’t really fault the Subaru with 150K on it for dying, cars are by and large designed to live through 100K these days, which is a lot.
As for which car, that’s where you have to know who you are. What do you find comfortable, what do you find important. I avoid American cars, because even though their reliability is up, they still do the little things wrong all the time that shake my confidence. Before I bought I had to rent for a couple of days and got a Ford, and it had the “classic American” visible wire connecting the mirror to the roof (really guys, if there’s electronics in the mirror mount the mirror FROM the roof and put the wires in the mount) and flappy paddle gears with the flap right in front of the directional and wiper controls at 12 o’clock with only about half an inch clearance. The engines might be reliable, but so is the irritation.
Can’t say I’ve owned that many, but have enjoyed my Xterra. I’m trying to roll 200k on it but not sure I’ll make it. I have the new car bug. Wanted to upgrade to the Armada but it’s more than I need. Looking at trucks. Have always liked the Silverado, but the whole govt bailout of GM gives me pause.
The fact that is looks like a Ford is an issue. Only if you hate the looks of the F150.
I don’t know abut that. Search engine: Subaru Forester head gasket and you’ll find LOADS of complaints from years 2000 on up to today.
Unfortunately I relied in my past knowledge of Subarus (88 Justy)to make this purchase. Never again.
Toyota, Honda, Volkswagen.
Toyota Tacoma 4 door with the v-6, four wheel drive optional,80% built in USA,excellent retaining value,good mileage, sharp looking and you will wonder why you never thought of buying one before.
Actually I’m ambivalent about the Titan. More power than I need. I’ve been eyeballing the Toyota 4 Runner or Tacoma. All comes down to durability. I keep my vehicles 9-10 years
I got the wife a 2004 liberty with 17,000 on it. now its over 200k. Brakes tires and oil changes.
I know folks who have Titans, one who upgraded from a big Chevy for the towing power. If you don’t need brute strength, the Tacoma or 4Runner will serve you well, cost less to run, and be very dependable.
Yes, I don’t need a beast for towing. A 4 Runner Limited is high on the list. Time to treat myself to a bit of luxury. I just happen to be a girl who likes trucks :) most due to their looks. Has nothing to do with functionality
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