Modified Toyota Camry - One Take

A man has secretly modified his 2013 Toyota Camry to make it faster, louder, and handle better, but why? Let's explore this.

[@SkiDooRydr]

Even though this isn't a fast car, I prefer reviews like this over reviews of $100,000 cars I will never own. I'm glad you started this series.

[@TheSmokingTire]

SkiDooRydr lots of people say that, and then the supercars do triple the views. Doesn't make your view or preference any less important, but just furthers the mantra that cars are a big world, and it's important to explore all the little corners of it.

[@tomturbo1317]

TheSmokingTire Because even fringe car fans will watch the supercar videos. Only us diehards will watch a 10 minute video on a modded Camry.

[@FadilKarim]

tomturbo1 LOL. You really do have to love cars to watch a video of a modded Camry.

[@ahmedammar259]

Me too

[@club1453]

Camry's r pretty fast

[@DemonsSoulsSuperPro]

"If you can't modify your Camry, how over is your life?" Laughed out loud at that one

[@antdx316]

mad over

[@mohawk5010]

Buy the unpractical car of your dreams before you get married. Afterwards, she’ll have veto power over that decision. #protip

[@ahmedammar259]

I was looking at this comment while he said it 😂😂😂😂😂😅

[@sageroncka2529]

Sad Camry owner noises

[@ryanolson6794]

I JUST bought a Camry SE too so I could have a “fun daily” lol

[@homerthompson6028]

Wife: "Honey, the car feels a lot harder and bumpier" Husband: "Huh?...feels the same to me" Wife: "Honey, is the car louder? It sounds louder" Husband: "What do you mean? I don't hear a thing"

[@pedromorales8099]

That was me yesterday 😂😂😂

[@diogoneves5022]

I really dont understand the hate for camrys, a car guy is a car guy, if he wants to drive a camry so be it, there are lots of worst cars out there. I´ve driven various camrys and really dont think it is a bad car at all, not the most exciting, but the hate is really not justified, people just randomly comment in a negative way because they read it online somwhere.

[@SteelEagle]

Diogo Neves I'm I car guy and I don't exactly want to drive a Camry but it's what I got. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@GamingCreeperPlaysMC]

Steel Eagle me too :(

[@SteelEagle]

GamingCreeperPlaysMC We will get some thing better eventually. ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

[@adelsaeed4696]

Steel Eagle same here, i have my uncle’s 03 camry & honestly it’s a lot of fun when ya rev it out

[@PanasonicTooth]

Fact: A Toyota Camry has never broken down.

[@mondomoleno.3404]

People mock, but I have a certain level of respect and understanding for someone driving a modified Camry. If this guy is as proud of his Camry as Matt says, he's probably been modifying cars since his first, and like most of us watching this, can't leave his car alone. Let's face it, if you have kids, a Camry is probably one of the best choices for a family sedan. I drive a lightly modified Fit. Before that, I drove a lightly modified Corolla. Before that, I drove a moderately modified Cavalier wagon. I never thought any of them were going to win races or be respected by other modified car owners, but I enjoyed modifying them. I still enjoy working on my Fit. I guess what I'm getting at is: Some people just do this as a hobby. The platform doesn't matter, we just love wrenching on our cars.

[@anothersiguy]

I don't think a '13 camry has ever been driven that hard lol

[@suckerpunch60duce]

I can assure you at least one other has been driven A LOT harder.. even been in some good mud. (for a car)

[@Comrade_Chloe]

I don't know man. My 03 V6 had a straight pipe and went mudding a few times.

[@bumpy-isms]

Camry's are driven hard all the time....just usually through the front of a store

[@suckerpunch60duce]

drykill8 haahahah

[@GreenJeep1998]

Don't think I've ever seen a Camry driven that hard! Most of the time, they're just rolling road blocks, especially the ones painted metallic beige.........

[@SuperKdmaster]

Someone give this man a modified v6 Camry

[@KiwiPowerNZ]

+Kevin Dang Are the engine mounts the same I wonder? Could he do a bolt in engine swap?

[@JayRacingProductions]

Kevin Dang He needs some v6 Camry in his life ASAP

[@jreilly9754]

not a terrible idea. super reliable, cheap and not a bad car

[@MrJDMReviewers]

The V6 camrys are surprisingly quick

[@CoHxUnLoaDz98]

@jose sanchez damn that's interesting

[@abes3925]

@josh p you mean inline 4

[@JayRacingProductions]

For sure

[@Jimmy_Saf]

👌🏼

[@ztatikq]

Wow I thought this would at least be a V6... That I would be interested in seeing. A V6 with bolt ons and an exhaust. Potentially cool

[@gutterpunktarzan1]

ztatikq - alittle late but theres guys on here with 275 at the wheels with tune and bolt ons

[@almostwreckedcars832]

@Morgan Bowe That's Civic, Nissan, and Infiniti drivers imo. For the Camry there's magnaflow exhausts that sound good without being loud.

[@switzersales]

the 2012 v6’s are little sleepers i would love to see that

[@TheJohnnyLucasFilmHouse]

Hey man build what you have.. Nothing wrong with that

[@camryt]

What I love about Toyota's is that they make great sleepers!

[@Buttnut105]

Even though it's just a Camry, half the fun is driving a road like that. I'm convinced any car (that works properly) can be fun in the right conditions. Must be nice having daily access to some of the best driving roads in the country.

[@RealtimeReviews613]

Matt won't cops start realizing you are "racing" on public roads eventually and ticket u? Watch ur ass dude them internet snitches n cops r out there

[@TheSmokingTire]

dave dunn who am I racing exactly?

[@RealtimeReviews613]

Sorry not racing but driving fast etc

[@TheSmokingTire]

dave dunn I may drive quick, and I'm certainly not perfect, but I drive (what I feel to be) safely and respectfully of other cars and bicylists. The cops up there have their hands full at all times with stupid people doing stupid things in cars and on bikes, and seriously, what I do up there isn't even the tip of the iceberg. If I get caught speeding in the act, I would of course politely take the ticket as the cost of doing business, but I'm just driving enthusiastically, like thousands upon thousands of people every single week. I see cops all the time, smile, and wave, and have always had positive experience with police up there.

[@TheShank6666]

TheSmokingTire Idk about over there but in Ontario if you're doing 40 over, even with no other cars around, they can charge you with street racing :(

[@kylemullen3192]

TheSmokingTire I find the driving in these one-takes to be very "professional" all things considered, I have never seen anything glaringly dangerous. I particularly appreciate your proactive effort to respect the cyclists. The roads ya'll have are beautiful and those cyclists are up there pushing a different type of limit and trying to enjoy themselves, it's only fair that they get a chance to do that in safety. Keep ripping those canyons Matt!

[@splewy]

This was entertaining, although I really have to wonder about the owner's thinking. I mean, I get being a family man who was forced into a family sedan, but why a Camry? Even among family sedans, the Camry is probably dead last on almost any enthusiast's list. There's so many better cars in the segment. Honda Accord Sport, Mazda 6, Ford Fusion, etc.

[@jean9910]

Why not a WRX? It's sport, safe and has room for the family.

[@thatsmybit]

Jean-Francois Prince best bang for the buck

[@darek4488]

Jean-Francois Prince I've heard that WRX is made of glass.

[@MrWolf2212]

darek4488 You've heard? lol

[@jean9910]

darek4488 I own a 2.5i impreza 2011 and hit a mazda 5 I only had to change the bumper cover and paint a few things and his car was totaled. Not saying it's a tank but from my experience it's fairly solid and has a 4.5-5 star rating depending on the source. Ofc I cannot speak for every model and every year.

[@Lawrenciun]

You said not to click away but I saw Camry and was like I gotta see this lol

[@Robin_Works]

Yeah same here!

[@utego]

I seriously enjoyed this one. You made it really entertaining, especially towards the end!

[@utego]

***** It's funny you say that, I was thinking this morning I need to change my stupid profile picture. As you can see, I was too lazy to do so lol.

[@jgpwlcs36]

who else was waiting for him to say it was like a 500hp beast?

[@317stinky]

this review was awesome, actually one of my favorites. Love the one takes, Matt!!!

[@edhardy7079]

We had a 91 camry four cylinder and that car was amazing! I dunno about the newer ones but I used to really wild out in that 91

[@MikesVlogss]

The front tires on my 1993 Toyota Camry don't squeal as much as the car in this video? Might i add that I'm only 180lbs. compared to this Seth Rogen ...

[@RealtimeReviews613]

Looks good! Its great to see ppl modding something out of the norm and not just following the trends

[@stevepetrovits1508]

I'm glad you drove the guys Camry for him, thumbs up Matt glad to see it. Love all ur vids keep it up!

[@user-hr2zy7ct8h]

these videos are sick. I don't think there is any video of someone driving a camry as enjoyable as this and the way you get a feel for these cars right away is really awesome. great driving as always and looking forward to more one takes maybe with faster or funnier cars. you should come to germany some time we have great mountain roads and the most beautiful highways. I don't have a fast car for you to review but that might change during this year. there are lambo/rari rentals for ~500$ a day (with very little inclusive milage though >_

[@proboxpepper6752]

I love the exterior of this gen Camry

[@JakeBullingtonTV]

I own a stock '00 Camry, so I found this hilarious and very fun to watch! And props to the owner, what makes a good car is what the owner enjoys most and makes the owner happy! Good for him making small mods, doing what he can on what we can probably assume is a tight budget.

[@VMPhilosophy]

Interesting. Never thought I'd see a Camry on here but kudos for taking it out and giving it a shot.

[@jayell7062]

Can someone in cali please get matt to drive their 8th or 9th gen accord coupe v6 manual. With intake exhaust and suspension mods. Please. I want to know what he thinks. Please.

[@NoahBB]

Everyday Driver drove just a stock V6 manual accord and very much enjoyed it, you can look it up on their channel.

[@jayell7062]

I still would like to see how MATT talks about it and drives ones on these one take videos.

[@lop8828]

Jay Ell he be loosing money for putting that shit on line. Keep those cereal toys out of here. Channel already becoming a mess

[@Jordan-ql8pv]

We do not know for sure what Matt would think. I can tell you I have driven an 08' 6 speed V6 Accord coupe though and loved it. Throw in some nice suspension and an LSD differential and it would be a seriously sporty car. Although even stock it was an enjoyable drive.

[@lop8828]

Jay Ell money is always an obstacle right. Matt gets free reviews from regular guys how much more expensive can that get. Bring some real modified cars like he used to.theres plenty guys out there looking to get some fame. Greed makes a good down slope

[@joshualand2053]

you do great honest reviews and don't leave out any of the negatives which is awesome. lots of credit for giving the average Joe car I a try.

[@bmxmafia6653]

Why not modify a Camry. The v6 is really fast. Just look on KZbin. I personally like being stealthy and not drawing attention to myself like I would in a si or a mustang.

[@automotivetv9861]

Yea but it's not fun like a rwd mustang, even an old v6 mustang is more fun than a camry due to rwd burnouts

[@jue_boy4135]

Someone give this man a Corolla GT-S

[@mattymogue]

most impressive thing about this video? Matt managed to talk about the "performance" qualities (and lack thereof) of a boring 4 cylinder family sedan for 10 whole minutes. I sure as shit couldn't do that.

[@LikquidDutch]

man how have you not flown of the road yet into the mountains. Lol my hands sweat when i watch your videos lol.

[@thefullstackninja121]

Matt was really respectful about this car.

[@WhistlerButt]

Absolutely love these videos Mat, really cool to hear somebody that has driven all ends of the spectrum as far as cars testing the kind of things an average dude can afford. So what has been the biggest surprise so far from the reader cars you've tried?

[@TheSmokingTire]

WhistlerButt I just filmed a dude who had a 2001 Porsche 996 Carrera that had 150,000 miles and he bought it for $9,600, and it felt brand spanking new.

[@seanconor1]

I found this video because I am looking to put a 2j in a Camry, and also not tell my wife.

[@seanconor1]

So I was looking at the older 96-01 Camrys, plan was to buy one that needed some work for cheap and swap out to a 2jz-gte and have a nice little sleeper that I could throw some car seats in the back of and if the kids puke all over it no big deal. But your comment got me to do some searching and TRD made a super charger for the 97-2000 3.0 v6 that was in the Camry, but that only bumps it up to 242hp and the 2jx-gte is 321.... any way I am just going to split the difference and buy a GS300 that needs no work on CL for 3k as soon as I sell my mustang.

[@wingdingerjc]

+Sean McDonnell just find a cressida slot easier and cheaper a 2J swap in a Camry is all but impossible unless you have unlimited funds and a fab shop handy

[@seanconor1]

So I just searched up Cressidas, there are 4 for sell on ebay, closest one is 715 miles from me... I am just going to go with a GS300 and live that VIP life.

[@gav240z]

Just get an Aristo lol... job done. Or a JZX Chaser with a 1JZ.

[@Jimmy_Saf]

Lolll

[@arnaslt1]

The camry put a smile on his face :)

[@dhillon09]

"If you can't modify your Camry, how over is your life?". Best line haha

[@MrWenxie]

my hands sweat when you were going down hill on this camry....

[@illx2367]

Almost fell asleep after drinking coffee with this video. Think the accord would give you more of a rush

[@Slickpete83]

One of my family members have a 2011 Camry XLE V6 , u would be surprised how fast it is i think 0 to 60 is 6 secs , only downside is poor handling because XLE trim was made for comfort rather then sport handling , but that could be solved with coilovers etc.......

[@Slickpete83]

268hp and 248tq and weighs about 3300lbs

[@rjmari]

Slickpete83 With those numbers, it SHOULD get to 60mph faster than 6 seconds. But maybe it's the transmission being slow to shift. Do they make them in manual?

[@Slickpete83]

rjmari manual transmissions are rare options on most Camrys

[@dontcopy13]

0-100kph with the 2GR-FE Camry is approx 6.5s. Same motor used in Lotus Evora which does it in about 4.8s. Currently swapping it into my SW20, should be around 4.4s(?) maybe a little less.

[@Slickpete83]

dontcopy13 awesome plan swapping that into a MR2 , imagine that power in a car thats probably weighs somewhere around 2700lbs ??? Right , do a video about your swap

[@Douggers449]

These one-takes have been the best thing to happen to youtube since the original Will it Blend videos. One thing I'd like to see is some sort of HUD with the map and your progress along the route displayed on the screen. Like the mini-map in Forza etc. These videos are perfect for the mechanism and it's the kind of thing that the TST audience would really appreciate.

[@TheSmokingTire]

so, your solution to cheap videos is to add expensive CGI? That makes no sense.

[@Douggers449]

It wouldn't have to be really expensive. Just a small overlay of the map in the corner of the screen with a locating ping when you take a corner. Could be done with .jpgs.

[@rblbatb]

Cool vid. Fun to see what other enthusiasts do with their cars.

[@cambuchanan5836]

Had a v6 as a rental. they have nasty torque steer when you go tiptronic and stomp the gas. Pretty good for burnouts. I was impressed.

[@EvanMoon]

The drop off seen just as you passed the cyclists = death Matt, you rock sir. You are willing to review a Camry and talk honest about the car without being a jerk.

[@TheTonicro]

love these reviews but what gets me the most is amazing roads you're driving on, california is just great and thats coming from someone on meditarrean...

[@TehVikingsOwn]

The only owner who didn't ride shotgun, must be afraid of what the wife would find out.

[@MA-og8qe]

Yea matt replied to another comment and said he never rode with him so his wife doesnt find out about the mods LOL

[@bobolimasterflex]

i love all these one take videos

[@Trendyflute]

Heh, that was very interesting. Partly because I've heard people talk about the current gen Camry as "finally they drive decently!" and "the SE is sporty!" and stuff like that. So to have your impressions of this modded one vs. other enthusiast owned cars puts things in perspective...the current Camry may not be back of the pack in the mid-sized sedan segment, but that doesn't mean much for enthusiasts. Also, what kinda tires were on this thing? As an aside, the 2.4 liter (or is it actually a 2.5 in this model year?) Toyota motor has always sounded pretty nice to my ears. I've been shocked before at how good tCs sound from the outside...I mean, not amazing, but better than you'd think from a toyota I4. Thanks for keeping your variety high, it's cool to have perspective on how far apart different segments are from each other...so much of car reviewing puts cars in their little segment silos and it's hard to get an appreciation for the spread of vehicle dynamics and enjoyment across segments.

[@geedunk13]

This made me LOL. haha it was cool Matt... but what was the owner thinking...

[@MegaDizz23]

I have a 2011 Scion TC. Same 2.5 180 hp engine. The manual transmission makes such a difference.

[@aryaahmadi4029]

I've heard shifting in tiptronic in a car like Camry for too long damages the gearbox. What say you?

[@grippysockgf]

Arya Ahmadi Chang check the oil, also most of the problems are older autos this one is mostly auto

[@21April853BC]

He was so sweet to review this Camry for a family man.

[@Patrick94GSR]

Heh I had a piece of crap riced out 89 Camry in high school. It's only consolation was that it had manual gearbox. Don't underestimate all of them though. With enough custom work they can really be something. A guy in Canada had a 90's Camry twin turbo V6 with over 500hp. Car was just bonkers.

[@Patrick94GSR]

Actually make that over 1,000 hp. www.toyotanation.com/forum/107-camry-solara-lounge/603297-2013-camry-update-pics-vids.html#/forumsite/20543/topics/603297

[@reng.5934]

"if you can't modify your Camry, how over is your life!" lol... best saying ever.

[@carlmanney1160]

Matt just curious are you up for reviewing my 2006 G35 coupe, mods include jwt intake and ztube, 5/16 plenum spacer, tsw nurburgring rims with 235/35 tires in the front and 275/35 tires in the back

[@TheSmokingTire]

Carl Manney I'd probably want one with more mods on it, honestly.

[@matiasg19]

the new toyota camry with downhill gravity assistant :D good one Matt

[@seantaylor2683]

I am saddened that a man with such a love for cars has been reduced to an automatic camry

[@detaildr]

It makes plenty of sense seeing as he is a true car guy and is willing to see the good in every automobile.

[@malikmartin]

I love my Camry. :) What would you recommend as a performance family car?

[@Patrick94GSR]

Mom has an 07 V6 XLE with 6-sp auto, and the first time I drove it in manual mode I was like "it's backwards!!"

[@areitu]

I had a Camry SE as a rental once, and it was surprisingly good. Definitely a sleeper fun car. Did this car start life as an SE or one of the other trim levels?

[@zed4me]

Owner doesn't even want to show his face?

[@yellowbusguy]

Understeer is intentionally built into cars like this as a safety feature to keep the sheeple from pushing too hard.

[@aryaahmadi4029]

yellowbusguy And partly because it's front wheel drive.

[@VaunShiz]

I'm confused. Why not just buy the v6?

[@roellopez2405]

I really wanna know the mod list I’m interested to see how much of it would work for my rav4

[@adeeljavaid2422]

modifying Camry is like seasoning a BANANA !

[@JasonSleiman4thewin]

Good to see there is someone else out there that drives a family sedan in the canyons

[@daveallen2455]

I don't know, that car looked like it was moving right along, with great sound. Would also be interested in the exact mods of this car.

[@therealpofo]

Camry this is very unexpected. Got to work with what you have I guess. Always a thumbs up for the "One Take" though

[@PAPO1990]

This makes me wish even more that I could get my Volvo out to New Zealand for you guys,

[@THEfromkentucky]

Dude really needs better tires, and maybe a rear swaybar.

[@terrycaudill4171]

Front Strut Bar makes difference as well. Bolt on.

[@stalag14]

I'm driving a Camry Hybrid. My wife and I love it so much were buying an extra one. Hybrid has 200 hp.

[@gabrieltorres4576]

lmaoooo this whole video is funny, matt’s just respectfully trashing the car

[@sprintermaximus]

Matt, I have to say, I watch your show a lot. As a car guy and a professional cyclist, I appreciate your being "heads up" for cyclists. Thank you for that. Being a cyclist, I try to be smart and considerate of drivers, and in the car I do the same for cyclists. But I do like to drive hard when the time is right, and typically it is on roads where there are cyclists. But again, thank you for the respect, not all cyclists are assholes taking up the whole road. I'll keep watching, and if you ever make it to Denver, come drive my Volvo V70R with 350hp at the crank, port/polish head, exhaust, track suspension, etc. Keep up the great work.

[@ThomasHarrisonLord]

It's a surprisingly nice sounding car!

[@dallasclavelle5423]

Yeah, it's basically a 4door scion tc ❤️ Great video Brother 💯

[@markoman93]

"If you can't modify your Camry, how over is your life" lol

[@michaelb7862]

I'm wondering whether anyone has considered doing cosmetic upgrades to the Toyota Camry Atara R or RZ ASV50R to make it look more upmarket? Given that they built on the Toyota K Platform, I'm wondering whether it would make sense to use Lexus ES 300h XV60 or Lexus ES350 XV60 as a basis for cosmetic upgrades? Upgrades potentially include the following (depending on what can be obtained aftermarket, by the way, does anyone know of any quality aftermarket products that hopefully incorporate multiple functions into one device, hence reducing dashboard clutter): • Alert - Rear Cross Traffic (when reversing) • Alert/Warning - Collision Forward -- Potential Aftermarket solution is the Navman MIVUE860DC TYRE Dash Cam • Blind Spot Sensor - Parkmate PTS-440BSD Sensor Front & Rear Blind Spot Detection System, Mongoose MBSW4 SURFACE MOUNT MODEL, • Brake Emergency Display - Hazard/Stoplights • Control - Crash Avoidance with Braking (Low spd) • Control - Pedestrian Avoidance with Braking • Lane Departure Warning - Potential Aftermarket solution is the Navman MIVUE860DC TYRE Dash Cam or Parkmate PTS-440BSD Sensor Front & Rear Blind Spot Detection System • Parking Assistance - Graphical Display • Park Distance - Front & Rear - Steelmate PTSV810 Front & Rear PARKING SENSOR KIT 8-SENSOR KIT, Pioneer Reverse Sensor Kit for Smartphone Multimedia Tuner - ND-PS1, Kemax Reversing Camera & Parking Assist Sensor Kit, Powertrain 4.3in. Reversing Camera With Sensors, PARKMATE REAR PARKING ASSIST SYSTEM WITH AUDIBLE ALERT • LED Headlights • Daytime Running Lamps - LED • High Beam Auto Dipping • Rain Sensor (Auto wipers) • Power - Tailgate/Boot • Digital Radio Receiver (DAB+) • Colour Display Screen - Front • Digital Instrument Display - Partial • Tyre Pressure Sensor -- Potential Aftermarket solution is the Navman MIVUE860DC TYRE Dash Cam Additional aftermarket upgrades: Heads up Display that shows speed, GPS directions (like the HUD in the Citroen DS5), Reverse Camera would be fantastic

[@Mewzyc]

i have a feeling this would be me if i get 2018 camry xse v6 and do a cat back exhaust, springs, struct, and anti-sway bar lol.

[@MrFrozenCanuck]

Those roads though, so nice.

[@alanmichael5388]

Its been 3 months since the project fox mustang video. When is the final product going to be revealed?

[@TheSmokingTire]

when it's done, obviously.

[@joetaylor7442]

Thesmokingtire. Sir, I appreciate the videos you produce, but I do not appreciate how you talk down to just about every person, and act like your shit doesn't stink. Your shit does stink.

[@mtejada1]

"If you can't modify your Camry, how over is your life?" 😂LMFAO

[@AwesomeBob]

What wheel and tire combo is this car running? If it's stock, I just can't get into this video. But I'll add my comment to help promote engagement in your channel which improves marketability... because I like the channel.

[@wtDrake]

Can the 2014 Scion TRD exhaust fit on a 2014 Camry 2.5L?

[@zanjani13]

I really want a Camry like that!!!

[@gramual]

wish I lived in cali so you could try out a modded s2k on these roads

[@ZeeBri]

"You had me at modified Camry"

[@xboxice2005]

I was keen to see the Camry :) made me watch the video.

[@TheChrisLeone]

I modified my Camry, great car. It's a V6 that makes over 300hp out of the factory, but it's tuned for 93 and is supposed to make 320-330hp now. Never wanted a monster of a car, I wanted a sedan with sporty handling and liked the way the Camry TRD drives. It's not going to keep up with a Supra, but it can go quite fast. I got it up to 164mph after removing the governor.

[@bottomlayer]

I have a rebadged Camry (ES300), and it's frustrating the lack of aftermarket support for being the #1 car in America. At least their engines sound good though! Also, the V6 Camry is actually really fast (0-60 in under 6 seconds) Too bad there's no high performance Camry XRS or ES-F

[@RGHTBrainDesignDrive]

For the owner: If you want your suspension tuned to the point where your wifes and kids will love it and you'll actually be fast in the corners, contact me. :D Matt, that had me laughing pretty hard. It's what most people throw at me asking to tune and saying it as X, Y, and Z parts on it and is already really fast (no, it just rides like shit). They get their cars back all compliant and think I ripped them off at first, then I take them out on a drive and blow their minds. Hahaha

[@TassieLorenzo]

6:10 stiffer suspension can never really increase grip by itself anyway. More about improving driver confidence and managing bodyroll caused by sticky tyres better... Lots of quite fast cars on relatively soft suspension (like a stock 90s STi); soft suspension doesn't reduce grip in itself. A stiffer car will respond to inputs faster, but it won't necessarily have more grip in the middle of the turn. Sometimes a softer setup might even make slightly better use of the tyres. :)

[@carsaregood911]

I'd hate to be the owner watching this lmao.

[@nicolasgauthier5359]

I have the an 09 corolla XRS, which is basically this drivetrain in a car much lighter (even lighter than the TC since it's not a hatch). The engine is obviously not powerful at all, but to get the most out of it you really have downshifte very aggresively to keep the revs very very high (4000rpm +). Drives a bit like some honda engines, basically. (and since it's a toyota, just hit the rev limiter all the time and it won't break) Would let you drive my car, but I live in canada, on the east coast... so yeah....

[@nicolasgauthier5359]

And this sequential A/T is such a princess and won't behave. If you release gas while upshifting, it will lag for 1-2 seconds, and to get good downshifts you also need to give it extra gas...

[@TheCobruhAlienat0r]

Go to 9:41 and listen again. "If you LIVE in the LA area..." He's not going to come to you.

[@nicolasgauthier5359]

I know... that's why I said "... so yeah..." -_-

[@BrycenKauai]

i daily'd a 95 camry for a year and drove it pretty hard... it was a pile, but i grew to respect it; and it definitely earned its nickname the "hamry".

[@45creature]

Matt, if you ever come to Australia (melbourne ) i have a trd aurion which you are more then welcome to drive. Its essentially a xv40 camry v6 supercharged to 241kw, with trd suspension, brakes, bracing etc. Its not the best car, but its .. something.

[@MrNuggetface]

Matt please come drive my Mercury Topaz. It is fully modded and so sick.

[@krismichalsky]

Did he add a rear sway bar? Only a couple of companies make them for the Camry's. I have one from Progress Tech. Great addition if you are looking for even flatter cornering out of your Camry.

[@oyurcha1]

any chance you can do it again, this time with better tires?

[@JayRacingProductions]

I would love to see this but the v6, that would be a totally different video. Those v6 are freaking fast