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To: kevkrom

I have a 1999 camry that is at 127,000, and doing fine.

the biggest issue with the old design camrys is the fact that they used timing belts instead of chains....and those belts tend to fail at about 100k or so.

with a new belt...figure another 100k of life, with proper engine maintenance...oil changes, etc.

my kid had a 97 that lasted 185k, but I suspect he did not change the oil as regularly as he should have.

usually, the drivetrain will outlast the body on those old camrys. I have a 2009 venza in my garage now, next to the 99 camry....I love that venza. plan to drive it to 200k, also.


68 posted on 10/03/2014 8:03:14 AM PDT by QualityMan (Don't Tread on Me)
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To: QualityMan

My ‘97 Camry just hit 183K...no major repairs so far, maintenance is cheap and can’t beat the $45 personal property tax. One and a half dogs on it so the interior shows some wear but that helps keep the glove compartment thieves away.


138 posted on 10/03/2014 11:09:31 AM PDT by dogcaller
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