2005 Toyota Highlander V6 Limited test drive POV owner review walk around

www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_... 2005 Highlander Limited nice 1 owner that i got at the auction in Atlanta Nalley trade in with a sexy carfax. just an awesome SUV that drives like new. Cant believe its 15 yrs old.

[@ron4413]

My son just picked up a 2004 with 85,000 miles on it. He just sent me a text telling me he got on it 3/4 throttle at 40mph and was very surprised how good it sounded. I was curious so I started searching videos and thanks to your review I found out how good it sounded!

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Cool deal. Go to my channel to see more highlander vids

[@prtyflywhitguy]

love it , i"m buying a 2004 off my niece bought brand new buy her mom and then sold to her then me in a few months time , they are such a nice vehicle and they hold up well and like this one the one i am getting is this model and also black , likes pretty much the same but i believe it has the 4 liter v6 , either way both great running motors i would be happy with either motor , thanks for posting this video , i"m getting super anxious to finally get mine and be able to drive it , this video was nice to see you driving it and hear that beautiful v6 smooth acceleration, although i was hoping for a kick down on the highway :( , this was a great vehicle review , quite enjoyed the commentary :) keep up the fabulous video's

[@rolandroland1485]

Great acceleration my friend, car drives amazing ! Your review is amazing btw, well detailed, gave everything the CL car has. We need more reviewer like you 💯💯👍🏿

[@loveubobby]

I finally brought one 3 months ago.2006 front wheel drive V6, 139,000 miles for $6200. I put some 2009 Highlander wheels on her "Misty Blue" and it changed the look entirely. I love it even more now and it is fast too. You sure do get some good cars. Keep them coming I watch all the time. Thx

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Hey thank u!

[@glitterkittensreid5079]

Sharp looking Toyota Highlander!

[@ghostwood9174]

I just landed a 2006 Limited V6 with only 88k. I had heard Highlanders were hardy even by Toyota standards, happy to have found one with such low mileage for its age.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Wow. Great find

[@loveubobby]

Looking at a 2004 limited AWD 137,000 miles. Internet special for $4995. Checked out the Carfax and it looks good 2 owners. Cloth seats but clean. Silver, no spoiler though. I like the spoiler. I also have a Silver 2003 Sequoia 147,000 and a Silver 2011 Camry 58,000. I love Toyota's and this video helped me out tremendously, thank you so much...

[@clover7359]

You got a hold of that thing for $4400? Man, that's a _steal!_ You can't get a hold of one these in that condition for under $8k here in Alaska.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Yeah the exterior of this car had seen the best of Atlanta abuse. But the inside is spotless

[@tiffany2ish]

My grandpa owns a toyota highlander from 03 and it also is a very good car. Although it does not have a 3rd row for a 2003 model but the features on that car other than that are exactly the same as this one

[@sabrinapittsley2304]

I have a 2005 Highlander Limited 160,000 miles on it . Best car I’ve ever owned.

[@ejshafer]

i just purchased a 2005 with 165K today , Thats good to hear!

[@funnntimz]

@@ejshafer i just bought one with 172K. one owner older woman always garaged and absolutely mint showroom condition. Blue paint , not a blemish on the leather seats Body without a scratch, has navigation and a towing package. $5600 worth every penny. Replacing my 4 runner that has 260K

[@ejshafer]

@@funnntimz sounds like you got a good deal. best of luck with the new purchase! ive driven mine for about 3 months now and its the best transportation experience ive ever owned! merry christmas!

[@killed8905]

they are some strong cars i had mines for long time

[@tamikaventez4151]

2005 WHITE TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LIMITED SPORT

[@tamikaventez4151]

2007 BLACK TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LIMITED SPORT NEW JOB DRIVE DRIVING

[@neoskyflyer]

I always love this generation Highlander. Very reliable and conservative looking.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

galenxxviii yeah this thing drives so good

[@ghostwood9174]

This generation was manufactured in Japan, just before production shifted to Toyota’s Indiana plant, if I’m not mistaken.

[@jerrymichael8177]

I just bought a 2001 highlander with 218000k in very good condition for $3950 everything works except cd player.blue paint and inside look nice and it drives great!I just hope It last for a few good years because that is alot of miles.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

jerry i see these at auction with 400k ....OFTEN just keep that timing belt changed every 100k and change the oil

[@jerrymichael8177]

Thank's i'll do that.

[@glitterkittensreid5079]

Even has room for a couple of height challenged folks or like you said for children be it small one only. Nice rig that Highlander. Looking at a 2005 V6 AWD myself.

[@thetechlibrarian]

Yeah that's a deal, I'm looking at one now with 80k one owner for 7500 it's perfect throughout in and out.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Man. That sounds really nice. A fair deal for sure

[@meesr]

That is exactly the deal I had. 2004 V6 Limited 4WD with 83K for $7700. Buy it! Best used car choice I have EVER made.

[@thetechlibrarian]

@@meesr I sold the first day before I could ever go look it at. They go do quick the good ones at least.

[@loveubobby]

Question: If your Highlander is a front or 2 wheel drive, what is the ECT Snow button for? I'm looking for a 4 wheel or all wheel but the 2 wheels are cheaper. I'm wondering how is it in the snow and rain? Thank You

[@pnp8849]

All Toyota ECT button is to disable overdrive and converter lock-up. This help to keep rpm high for going up hill or tow.

[@MikeKayK]

ECT Snow will start the car in 2nd gear and blunt throttle response to minimize chance of wheelspin in snow.

[@MikeKayK]

​@@pnp8849 nope.

[@victoriam9465]

What’s your take on a 2006 Highlander v6 looks clean with 140k miles for $6,989 posted price. It’s in a used car dealership in California and I interested in getting it. How much do you think I should try to haggle down? Thanks for your videos any advice will be definitely appreciated.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Victoria M not bad. The dealer probably paid $5000-5500 for it at auction highlanders are expensive

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

I bid on a 2008 limited that was fully loaded and had 210k miles I quit bidding at $7700. Itsold for just over $8000. Crazy

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Oh and one more thing to keep in mind to 2006 and older have a timing belt that requires replacement 2007 in Newer do not ....need to double check that for me

[@funnntimz]

@@JoesGoldenGarage so about how many hours to replace the timing belt on a 2005.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

funnntimz about 5 hrs

[@Wholesome_Hans]

I'm looking at a 2005 highlander limited with 148k, they're asking $7,800 for it but that seems a little steep to me. what do you think?

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Hans Moleman they are very expensive on the dealer lots. I am a dealer and bought this one for around 4400 or so. But it would retail for a lot more. It’s all about condition. The inside of mine is amazingly flawless. But the exterior has scratches and a couple small dents. I don’t believe it was garaged. So that’s the trade off

[@rolandroland1485]

Hans Moleman dont do it, it’s too much keep shopping. I got mine 1 year ago with 75k miles on it for 8800$ ( financed ) which I regret today just based on the price. The car it self has been amazing. I had to finance because I didn’t have enough cash in hand. I will tell you this 65-80k don’t go go more than 5500-6200, 95-110k don’t go past 6500-7000$ if you are financing ! Private owner you can get them ( 20001-2007 ) for 3500-5500 ( 75-95k miles ) 5500-6500 ( 55k-78k $ )

[@rolandroland1485]

Swap the first two price categories, my bad 👍🏿

[@dudehi3317]

Do they make these with timing chains i dont wanna mess with timming belts

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

dude hi I think in 07-08. They went to a chain. And lots more horsepower!

[@Datsun7705]

get an 08 or newer because they have the 2GR engine with a timing chain and around 268 horsepower

[@glitterkittensreid5079]

Only 4 cylinders from that era had timing chains. The 3.3 V6 had timing belts that needed service after so many miles.

[@glitterkittensreid5079]

Also they had a 5 speed on the 2005 V6 3.3 litre I believe.

[@joepearlzz8504]

I think the 3.3 is more reliable than the early years of the 3.5L

[@R3848]

Is 5k for a 2005 limited with 220k miles a fair deal? I know they last, but not sure how they do after the 250k mile mark.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

They still sell for 3-3500 at auction with those miles. I would pay 5K for one with that mileage as long as I know the service history. A fresh timing belt should be on it. Original owner mint condition kind of situation

[@R3848]

@@JoesGoldenGarage yeah, I checked the carfax and it was always serviced by dealerships until its 3rd owner. It looks in good condition, but from 170k to 200k there's no service information for it. Gonna go test drive it today and get a mechanic friend to see it.

[@R3848]

@@JoesGoldenGarage UPDATE: Bought it and now im a true Toyota believer. Smooth, sturdy, great features and good condition. Just have to give it a tune up and change a sensor

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

@@R3848 hey that’s great. Glad to hear. They really are incredible lil suvs

[@thatguyglenn7558]

Damn how tall are you

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

6’3 with afro

[@phreakyzeke5824]

Heated seats??

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Oddly, no

[@paulbouverette503]

When I see the 3.3 liter engine in any Toyota product I run away as fast as I can, great engine but they are always attached to the confused mind of its own 5 speed sloppy transmission. The 4 speed that was used with the older 3.0 is fantastic and shifts super smooth. Wish they still made them.

[@Datsun7705]

Paul bouverette my dads tacoma has a 4.0 V6 and a 5-speed auto and it’s responsive