Should you buy a USED Toyota Crown (S220) - What goes WRONG?

[@ReDriven]

Will it wipe? What other substances should we test? Or grab some Wipertech wipers to see for yourself - bit.ly/43ttIBF

[@skilgour44]

Try molasses

[@Foghorn_Lebhorn]

Bird poo. Park it under one of the trees at Herbert St in St Leonards (near Reece showroom) for about 5 minutes and your windscreen will be covered

[@skilgour44]

@@Foghorn_Lebhorn or bat poo; that stuff sticks, particularly if it's been baked on in the sun for an hour or so.

[@bertskidmore5506]

Used engine oil mixed with water, that should test them out!

[@TwistedDonners]

@@ReDriven 5 things to try against the wiper tech blades that'll give them a challenge are; Blood Bugs Super Glue Bitumen/Asphalt Bulldust

[@TheGamer-k1h]

who from jamaica?😂

[@norriseasy5795]

Brrp

[@detectivebailey5700]

Hey bwoy

[@1chapz442]

😂

[@xtaviff9344]

rrr

[@unrulygt3504]

Deh ya

[@vindevhunta4905]

We have 1000s of crowns and mark x in Jamaica

[@the2daje]

Other millions ones in Russia 😃

[@MohammadJ60]

I have 2 crown majesta, a 2000 Toyota crown majesta and a 2016 Toyota crown majesta. Best cars.

[@Sha-Ayo]

Why don't you get a Jaaag instead?

[@idris1446]

Jaag = Jaguar not reliable

[@Sha-Ayo]

But the X350 XJR and X150 XK are beautiful cars!​@@idris1446

[@overnightpartsfromjapan01]

Jim, change your smoke detector battery.

[@andrewd7586]

I thought it was his pace maker!🤣

[@fredssledshed]

I thought it was mine 😂

[@andrewd7586]

@@fredssledshed 🤣😂👏🏼

[@MrPAB34]

I just went and stood under my smoke detectors for 5 minutes waiting for the 'chirp'

[@lesmotley6839]

​@@MrPAB34I just did exactly the same.

[@hellothere4342]

Everytime they film Toyota/Lexus. Jim...why am i even here?

[@Sha-Ayo]

Modern Toyota's and Lexus aren't as good as they used to be. same as modern Hondas

[@jonnogan]

​@@Sha-AyoCars are more cheaply made now than days of old.Plastics in engine bays as an example.All manufacturers are all doing it...

[@tuomasandersson3889]

And even still some manufacturers manage to do it without turning the end product a complete shit show. Yes I'm looking at you, every german manufacturer ​@@jonnogan

[@IshiiDon]

Active

[@fabianplaza3134]

Very popular in Jamaica

[@andysutils]

It's the new yardi of the ford cortina!

[@TajayEvans]

If yk yk & the mark x to

[@marklivos]

The only car that I need. Thank you for reviewing these cars. I started watching this channel when I was in Kenya, and now I reside in Melbourne. This channel has become one of my top three favorite channels so far.

[@gureno19]

Drove the wrong model in my opinion...that's very much a mid range crown, and personally I wouldn't waste your time on a 4 cylinder model unless you literally just want a really nice Camry hybrid 😂. A crown athlete with the N/A V6 would probably be a better starting point. Head out and drive a full fat Majesta Hybrid G series with the 3.5 V6 dual stage hybrid drive train, 0-100 in the high 4 sec range, which is serious performance for a big luxury car and it's then mixed with sub 8l/100km economy...mind boggling stuff. I nearly bought one myself but went with a Century in the end, because well.... life is too short and I needed to experience life as a Japanese CEO, or atleast experience life as his chauffeur I guess as I'm the driver 😂.

[@coryellis6297]

Lol bro once you said you bought the century, you needed no explanations

[@Sha-Ayo]

💯

[@DavidP-ti6fu]

Now you just need a chauffeur with white gloves to complete the Century package 😀

[@AnthonyMcPhee]

There actually wasn't a Majesta in this generation, the closest equivalent was the RS Advance with the 3.5 hybrid. These had a really interesting multi-stage transmission which meant it actually has gear changes as opposed to the eCVT in the previous generation. Testing shows it was capable of doing 0-100 in 4.7sec. This is what I wish Redriven had tested though I understand they can only test what's available at the time.

[@AndyGrouch]

@@AnthonyMcPhee I think Lexus GS450h had the same drivetrain. It's a true sleeper. Same "hybrid" patch as any hybrid Toyota like Yaris but it really moves very rapid. I've tried to find one in my country but its nigh impossible. They are incredibly rare and very expensive.

[@lukeclifton4392]

Jim needs to service his smoke alarm!😂

[@Sha-Ayo]

High maintenance!

[@NotoriousRawDogger]

Jim was black in his previous life

[@Michael-ll7tt]

🤣😂😂​@@NotoriousRawDogger

[@Feeder2-h6g]

This is my favourite Crown generation, so happy to see you blokes cover it

[@idris1446]

Blokes is a good or bad word? For you Australia?

[@zaamuro8408]

​@@idris1446bloke just means a male. It's not a good or bad word

[@rollabearing]

I have the 3.5lt RS Advance and its an absolute weapon. I would do a mini update on this video if you can get your hands on one.

[@komanisplanet1]

Exactly, this is a base model no one wants this anyway

[@SHEVAUGHNLAWRENCE]

Jamaicans favorite car😂😂😂

[@Romans116Unashamed]

lol yuh zeemi it and the mark X …hence the price Suh deegan high 😂😂😂

[@ChrisN06999]

Can the cup holders fit real coffee, like a Macchiato? Asking for someone.

[@CheapBastard1988]

"Pretentious coffee"

[@tuomasandersson3889]

Yeah, the cheap McDonald Coffee fits perfectly. Isn't that what you asked? 😁

[@Wanted54321]

I own the V6 variant (RS advance), was deciding between this or GS300H, glad i went with the crown, in NZ full insurance for it is 1800NZD vs 2800NZD for GS, and the infotainment control is so much better than GS. Although it only go up to 15km/L, not sure if its cos of me or the V6, but the car is a head turner for sure, with maxcontact mc6 they are literally glued to the corner.

[@ababagfx]

I love a turbo powered Toyota. Especially the Crown, after test driving one. Getting parts is a non-issue in my country. I'm watching from Kenya 🇰🇪

[@aadishetty007]

Great car, could you guys do a review on the generation before of the crown? (S210)

[@aaronmastrogiacomo6078]

You've found a way to prevent me from skipping the wiper ad. Well played sir

[@brainsmatter7067]

I see ReDriven and Crown, I stop what I’m doing and watch immediately 😂

[@jackmehoff1840]

Love this channel, another awesome review

[@AWMJoeyjoejoe]

If they did an estate I'd have one in a heartbeat. The saloon/sedan just doesnt have the storage i need.

[@liberty0758]

They did have an estate for a couple of generations. From the 90s and early 2000s.

[@jackmehoff1840]

You are right!.....i forgot about that

[@MikoyanGurevichMiG21]

Funnily, the Crown nameplate is used for a crossover in the US Market. There's....that.

[@AWMJoeyjoejoe]

​@@liberty0758Yeah. I prefer this generation though.

[@Its-Chuck-G]

100%. If the 3.5 litre hybrid came in wagon form I'd import one tomorrow!

[@IBOO57]

I delivered this car to Justin and its a great example. I have a Crown Athlete GRS204 and i prefer the NA V6 but for 90% of use the Hybrid 4 Cyl is a great option. Uses half the fuel of my V6 Crown as well.

[@Elixir9]

I would definitely buy one in my opinion is one of the best looking Toyotas

[@TumurMgl]

i 've been watching this channel for a while from Mongolia, in here used Japanese cars are very very popular well great review as usual

[@TheAltPhantom]

I was 1000% certain i got this video recommended to me because a lotta Jamaicans are here 😂

[@skatewaverider]

Absolutely stunning beautiful car,I’ve just sold my 2008 hybrid V6 to a family member basically to purchase one of these at a later date,but I’ll be going for the 3.5L hybrid again

[@skilgour44]

Earlier Crown hybrids do have battery issues which are well-documented in owners' groups. This should have been acknowledged and then a comparison made. It's a great video though... a V6 might be a little tempting. I think this is one of the most attractive modern Crowns, personally.

[@JonnoHR31]

This generation is way too new to be having battery issues yet, unless the cooling air inlet has been completely blocked it's entire life.

[@josephpereira1390]

Great car review channel..So many awesome cars to choose from. I ended up purchsing this year a 2018 mazda 6 turbo wagon which is almost half price of this car.. however i was so close to buying a Crown 3.5 hybrid.. also the g70 genesis looks awesome and so does the lexus gsf... why buy a new car

[@brainsmatter7067]

“Exactly like a Tesla, but the polar opposite” 😂😂😂😂

[@staffonwilkinson7439]

Keep doing similar toyota cars maybe the s210

[@chaffix8459]

Would have loved to see you get a 3.5L Hybrid RS Advance for review. Look a whole lot tougher and go a fair bit harder! Love to see it reviewed! :)

[@Wanted54321]

i have 2018 rs advance variant, its great, very happy i picked it over Lexus GS, i just cant use that mouse joystick thing.

[@muntderadel2258]

In Iraq, Toyota Crown models from 2000 to 2016 are imported from Japan in very large quantities. The steering wheel is converted from right to left and its prices in Iraq start from $7,000 to $14,500.

[@1criston]

Toyota Crowns are top cars in Jamaica 🇯🇲

[@blaek_enuh]

Jamaicas favourite

[@Vakushka]

Love the crowns! If I didn’t already have a GS I would buy one - and still might.

[@Agret]

Re: Parts availability apparently the Crown is popular enough here in Australia that our local Toyota dealers will import the parts for you so if you do get stuck trying to source the part via importers you can bite the bullet and pay the dealer markup on them.

[@NotoriousRawDogger]

My friend's dad has one. It's super smooth and comfortable. But It has zero ground clearance I have scrapped the front bumper a couple of times

[@mkvector9539]

The rear of that Crown looks like a 2009 Aurion V6 with aftermarket taillights.

[@schrenk-d]

Used to love it in the 80s when toyota had a badge for its major models. MR2 and Crown were stand outs.

[@DAh-xo8zm]

The V6 Hybrid Australia needs. No idea why we don't have an option, even in a Camry. No one else offers it as far as I know.

[@muscle_car_guy2338]

I seen one of these identical to what you reviewed in a car crash lst night. I love the crowns so it almost bought up a tear 😢 especially knowing it certainly will be written off with the whole front end caved in.

[@jaxlexus384]

Yo bro, you should do a video on the 2019-2023 Volvo v60 seeing as you've done other volvos but them all being SUV's.

[@numbereightyseven]

Yo bro, say please.

[@finallyforresters3475]

You should review the Toyota Mark X

[@meme4one]

There are a few for sale in the UK. Look amazing for both luxury and reliability.

[@AndreiGonzalesDesign]

Worth noting that the car being reviewed is not either of the 2 top of the line options that are paired a with the 3.5L V6, which has a lot more: a lot more oomph (sub-5sec 0-100), more suspension (adjustable coilovers), more fancy features, and if you get the 2021+ ones - the ones with a single screen - more updated tech: factory Apple Car Play.

[@lesklower7281]

I have seen a couple of Toyota Crown driving around all together a good looking reliable car and l would buy one of these over the European and South Korean competition

[@FilmScape4K]

The Crown is its own brand. In Japan, there are 4 exclusive Crown dealerships.

[@MattVogt2]

Nice looking Erebus Origin you have there Adam :) Maybe you could do a cross-over video with Jody, perhaps helping him out on the Shitbox Rally :)

[@JayMcK-yj8ht]

I purchased a jzs151 1995 1jzGE , I’ve found parts easy on mega zip , mine has 78k on it and nothing at all wrong .

[@AlanSari2714]

Best show ever, thank you

[@TwistedDonners]

This is going on my dream garage list this car along with the Genesis lol. I'm honestly surprised at the fuel efficiency of the 3.5L hybrid as I was expecting it to be a lot thirstier. Definitely not the car I was expecting to see reviewed today but glad it was. Another great video guys and I look forward to Sunday's video as per usual 👍.

[@Sha-Ayo]

Why is it a dream car?

[@TwistedDonners]

@Sha-Ayo has an understated charm about it and most would be badge snobs and write it off as just a Toyota.

[@ravingmad765]

Soooo what is the equivalent fully imported Lexus model? Why buy a Crown? Interested.

[@luckyphil8888]

There's nothing like 'em for "picking it up and putting it down".

[@muscle_car_guy2338]

I was wondering when we were gonna see the honda HR-V on the channel after you had us guess what you bought. Are you going to do a review on that car for the channel in the future? Id be interested to see that.

[@KingKabi]

I've been waiting for this review ❤ Thank you @ReDriven

[@jeffkeith637]

I saw one for the first time just yesterday. Some idiot blasted past me in driving rain on the motorway. Knew Crowns back in the 80s. It was indeed very Camry-ish.

[@rogersliu1200]

crown is big in Asia. when you need a FR toyota. Mark X (3 series) crown (5 series). But they are week in power tho

[@chaffix8459]

360hp 3.5L V6. Goes hard to be honest.

[@calebwany8422]

@@rogersliu1200 I thought Mark X and Crown shared the same platform

[@AndreiGonzalesDesign]

@@calebwany8422 They did. But this crown shares the TBGA-L platform with the Lexus LS and LC. Mark X doesn’t have a new gen version.

[@calebwany8422]

@@AndreiGonzalesDesign I wish they would because maybe we'd get another generation of the markx

[@tamborineman000]

It's boot opening OR aperture not both 😅 e.g. ATM machine... great reviews, though 👌

[@seany2323]

You should do the S210. Personally I think its far nicer (looking at least) than the S220

[@shadowboyii]

Idk about most people but I would rather go for a lexus over a crown and not deal with it being an import car. Personally I don't want a flashy/ head turner car just a reliable nice car to live with

[@diablow1411]

I liked the Crown before it; it's probably my favorite generation (S210). S220 feels like Toyota decided to copy Maserati Ghibli on this one, albeit retained the reliability factor.

[@Topmobileja25Store]

Mark X and crown Jamaicans love them

[@thatboianrae5894]

Jamaica’s Roll Royce 😂I want one sooo badd

[@KuroRyuu86]

I personally would buy the previous model "Crown Athlete" as the model currently featured is still newish to even drop that cash. But think about it for a second. These are offered in all of SEA countries, how come we don't get these locally in a Toyota badge. If it came in a Lexus badge that price would double. AND we have the entire car range from A1 to RS6/SLS/M6 (of Euro equivalent) of cars, Why do we only have the boring Camry in our lineup. This is a C class without the ridiculous price (luxury car tax). Its mind boggling.

[@mrnicktoyou]

You should talk about rear seat comfort when driving too. I recently sat in the back of a Uber Toyota Camry and I found the rear suspension too stiff over large bumps. In fact, most Uber cars I have been in in the back have had a lack of cushioning on the seats and they are all surprisingly uncomfortable.

[@KuroRyuu86]

You comparing a Camry to a Luxury Saloon....LOL

[@mrnicktoyou]

@@KuroRyuu86 I didn't do that.

[@irfanashraf7779]

Been waiting for this one

[@davidnissen1040]

isn't the most logical competition a Lexus?

[@AndreiGonzalesDesign]

The Crown was always the sibling car to the Lexus GS, which was their RWD medium-large sedan. But they killed the GS line after the 4th gen, so when the S220 Crown was released, it didn't have a 5th Gen Lexus GS sibling to match.

[@RomanTrukhin]

I was never expect to see that 😮, dream car, best Japan car ever

[@Sensei_it_is]

really like this car

[@Citsym8]

Adam & Jim, 2.5L hybrid or 3.5L of this generation and why? Would love to hear your input.

[@chaffix8459]

2.5 slow and economic 3.5 fast and ok economic

[@staffonwilkinson7439]

Review the mercedes w205 and w206 also include what happens at high mileage like 100k miles

[@numbereightyseven]

Say please.

[@brown8317]

Good to see the Erebus on the wrist!

[@djeR876]

Very popular in Jamaica 🇯🇲... The RS version is 🔥 🔥 🔥.

[@DM-ol9ne]

19080s Toyota Crown Royal Saloon with baby blue interior 😍

[@richardgrant7160]

I own a 08 Crow Royal salon it has a rack and pinion issue when it drives through water it gets messed up

[@PKDionysus]

"WILL IT WIPE?!" Is an absolutely DIABOLICAL name for that segment 😭😭😭🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ReDriven]

Memorable though!

[@djsix2558]

Given the additional effort to own an imported car, if you decide to get one, try getting the top spec model (G Executive or RS Advance) for the best value of money and time 😆

[@uriahsw]

@ReDriven would you rather a same year Toyota Crown or Lexus LS?

[@lucasaviro]

Hell of a car. I'm surprised they didn't make a TRD spec. But if you're into this Budget and ultimate luxury, I find it impossible to find a better car then this. (Maybe century) But I'm confused with the gray import, I thought you had to wait until a car is 25 years or older.

[@rsoul7282]

Not in Australia. There is a dealer in my area selling JDM cars from 2024.

[@Feeder2-h6g]

We have a thing in AUS called the SEVS register which lists all cars younger than 25 years that are importable

[@brainsmatter7067]

They have a previous model which is supercharged and puts out something like 300 kW, but those are pretty rare (and expensive)

[@liberty0758]

That's an American rule. In Canada it's 15 or older I believe.

[@KuroRyuu86]

It will most likely be be GR over TRD. The recent Mark X came out with a Limited Edition GR Mark X including a minor tune with Yamaha. Same 3.5V6 engine and FR layout.

[@Chris-tl3vr]

These are relatively common in NZ and about half the price!

[@thewhateverguy6914]

Please dont increase the prices, please don't increase the prices 🙏🏽 Ive been looking at G-Executives for the past year waiting for them to go down just a little bit more 😭

[@chrisloxton]

Love your reviews mate, can you get your hands on a JL Wrangler.. I see you've reviewed the JK, any plans on a JL review? Cheers

[@ReDriven]

Definitely! Just need to find one to borrow

[@1jz68u]

Literally looking at buying one of these now

[@justinchan1887]

We need a review of the 210s series

[@himynameisryan]

I would love to see a Lexus ES300H from the 2019-present generation vs this car

[@xSRGman]

On the topic of Japanese imports, would it be possible to find a Toyota Alphard or Corolla Axio/Fielder? Those two particular models have become pretty common sights in recent years

[@MalHanson]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaezmGqYYtyqgpo - Alphard review

[@brawlnemesis8998]

I've been waiting for this years

[@JorgesTales]

Can you guys do the 2015 crown athlete next?

[@RodneyPrice-c8m]

So is it safe to buy or not very curious someone pls reply

[@Dubsys]

Oh look exactly what I was looking to buy

[@soothingarts]

Any recommendations for a reliable JDM importer in Sydney?

[@ReDriven]

Cult & Classic down in Mittagong

[@andysutils]

Can't believe I've never heard of one of these before.

[@timj41]

Let me guess, all engines have port and direct injection ? No more dirty intake valves

[@penwin7811]

I'd rather buy an S210 Crown Majesta 3.5 V6 hybrid, hope you find some kind owner to borrow his to film a review

[@timw2083]

Can you guys review the Infiniti G37/Q50

[@roadsofjapan6009]

These are just awesome buys at the moment can get the RS spec for around 8K-10k AUD here , just nice and easy and not the shit RS 😂 the 3.5 , if you know a local Japanese car dealer you can just pay the trading in price. It’s just in and out for them. If your buying anything but the 3.5 😢 they are just not as fun. The 3.5 load up on the corners so well and if you want to have fun buy the 3.5 RS ……. With a sunroof 😂

[@mrkhan2983]

should have reviewed its RS variant !

[@B33ond]

Can you do a Corolla fielder wagon next ?

[@Sam-bj6kb]

Is this the replacement of the Avalon? We don't have this in Europe

[@AndreiGonzalesDesign]

Different series and platforms. The Avalon / Camry / Lexus ES are a different series to the Crown / Lexus GS.

[@MattBlack6]

Toyota must have sacked the people responsible for the 80 series seats and hired the Falcon seat people. Replacing the 80 seats with Falcon seats is a wondrous thing.

[@nicco87aus]

Really wish they'd sold these new here in Aus!