2007-2009 Toyota Camry Buying Guide

[@StewGMS]

Who's here after his 1 million suscribers video? He has come so far. Inspiring!

[@crxracer805]

Yeah

[@mvhassallfree1031]

My 2009 Camry now has 425,000km on it and the AC has just stopped (getting it fixed next week) it has been the best car I have ever owned, I was thinking of buying a brand new car but after owning a Camry for the last 5 years, I think I'll drive it until it stops, then buy another second hand Camry

[@johnwaters7847]

Not only and smart idea but also financially wise👍👍👍👍👍

[@Frank-0007]

Yes Sirrrrr

[@hiteshadhikari]

Anyone who takes vehicles as vfm things which are meant for work, cant even look at the new ones with all useless gimmicks and mind-boggling cost

[@carlbernngl]

is yours a 4 cylinder or the V6?

[@mariahcanada2695]

I paid 7k for my Toyota Camry 2009 LE 2.4L and this has always been one of my dream cars and I love her she's a awesome car

[@robertharris2979]

You are absolutely my Toyota guru. I hope your free (to me) education pays off for you because I have saved thousands with your education. I am watching for you to hit 1M subscribers and I think it will happen soon and I hope you keep going!

[@johnwolkenhauer4080]

My Camry was built in Japan in 2010, and it has over 250K miles now. Never had a coolant or oil leak. Still has the original water pump, radiator, starter, alternator, transmission etc etc etc. It finally burnt out a headlight ... This car is mostly original aside from brakes, struts, tie rod ends and battery. That's it. Regular oil changes do the trick. It runs like new, 33mpg with the 2.5 and 6 speed. I Love my Camry !❤

[@hamza-8978]

me too i have a 2010 with 110k miles.... i had to change the alternator a month ago, a caliper and the tie rods as well... other than that the control arms need to be replaced and thats about it... wondering how most higher mileage ones dont have an alternator problem while i had to replace it? the original one cost about 1000 usd as well so i bought a japanese 90 dollar one...

[@johnwolkenhauer4080]

@@hamza-8978 there's no way to know for sure, but I believe owning a car made in Japan makes a big difference as far as quality control is concerned. I only use original Toyota parts, and I do most of the work myself. An alternator can fail for a number of reasons , including driving habits, factory defect, wiring harness problems, and battery quality. I only use Interstate Batteries, and maybe that makes a difference.

[@gs1385]

You lying it definitely changed its alternator you probably bout it after it was replaced

[@johnwolkenhauer4080]

@@gs1385 why would I lie about that ? I bought the car new, it's all original except for the brakes.

[@gs1385]

@@johnwolkenhauer4080 alternators don’t last that long no matter what … there’s no way to maintain an alternator… they are mainly built for 100k to 150k max

[@carlossacerio5178]

I bought mine 8 years ago with 92k miles. Now it has 169k. A month after the purchase, the radiator went out, the dealer wanted 1200 for the Job, that was the first DIY job I did on this car. I found out about the Oil consumption and took the to the dealer a year later and they also replace the Dashboard. I also had to replace the alternator because the bearing went out, but this was a really easy job on this car. Overall I'm really happy with it, plan to drive it as long as it holds.

[@Raider19582]

We had a 94 or 95 two door Camry with 230k miles. Everything worked fine .The sunroof was perfect.Miss that car.

[@javymelendez1958]

Mine is 2008 and have 150K MILES and is still running great

[@backtotheraw]

I have a 2007 Camry LE, bought it in 2014 with 65.000km now after 11 years and 250.000km the car is still mint ! No major problems! The best car ever! She consumes oil. I changed it, instead of 5W20 I use now 5W30. No white smoke when I start the car in the morning.

[@Jin-ex8bk]

Just bought 2007 Camry XLE V6 with 102,000km. Luckily, the previous owner maintained well, no rust. Paid 7500CAD. I hope it lasts until 300k km.

[@EvyValles-se9wp]

How do u like the car

[@Jin-ex8bk]

@@EvyValles-se9wp it's been great so far. I have driven around 4000km for 2.5 months. I don't have any complaints

[@Lastbadie]

7/11 owner got one with almost 400k original powertrain

[@Barneyrubble241]

I bought an 09 Camry at the end of Jan 2020. It had 95k and I paid $4500. I use it to deliver auto parts and I put 300 miles a day on my car. It ends up being around 80k every year. My first year with the Camry, other than a battery, I spent exactly what I would have spent if the car had been brand new when I started. Tires, Brakes, oil changes and filters. Now at 181k, I went to tune it up last weekend and found oil on the coils, which means I need a valve cover gasket. The car runs great and I'm expecting to get a minimum of 300k before I sell it. As far as burning oil, yes, it does burn a little bit of oil. Currently, it's about a quart every 3000 miles. I'm expecting it to get worse as time goes on, but at this point, it doesn't seem to be a big deal. It hasn't affected how the car runs at all.............yet.

[@rushfrazier14]

I had the same problem with my engine burning oil it's a 4cly.im now uses 0w20 oil I've my use have a half a quart very 2k miles.it cost more per quart but worth it..

[@konodioda1268]

I can't find a deal like yours for 6k now nice catch

[@Barneyrubble241]

@@konodioda1268 I know. I stumbled on it & grabbed it immediately. Right now is a really hard time to buy a used car

[@fatboynip]

1 qt every 3000 ain’t that bad..

[@henrynguns6490]

9 k mine with 90k miles is it good or na??

[@joshiopaz5615]

My 2007 Camry SE had the oil consumption issue and the dealer fixed it for free. It was close to 100K miles so I got water pump changed and new spark plugs while they rebuilt the engine. I also got my dashboard replaced (for free by dealer) since it melted every summer and was a safety hazard. My Camry is running great with 176K miles on it. I got a new paint job, new headlights. Get my oil changed every 5k miles and keep up with small maintenance issues. Takes a little work but it's much better than having a car payment. People are surprised my car is 2007. especially with the seat covers and new dashboard.

[@edobal627]

When did they changed it?

[@Doing_Time]

I bought 4cylinder '09 before I saw your videos on the oil problem... the car history is three owners, first a rental company (ick -- but maybe more likely they got the warranty service?) for one year, then two owners in an areas with no snow and less than 10" annual rainfall... In my 3 weeks with it I haven't smelled oil, the last oil change was 2000 miles ago, and it is filled above fill line. I've only identified one scary issue with it -- twice right after I started it (starter sounds great, engine sounds great whether idle or doing 60) the engine suddenly turned off (no stall type gasp, just off) and then it would refuse to start (even though 1. the engine was warm from running 15-20 minutes prior and 2. it sounded good trying to start) until I let it rest for a couple minutes -- coil, distributor, plug? (injector or filter issue would cause idle problems, right? doesn't have those. after first stall changed air filter) The paint is in horrible shape from front bumper over top and down through the back bumper, but body only has a few door ding dents (no accidents in its history) and paint on sides is like new...I'm wondering if I should do like a bad home blend/paint job to protect it from rust (of which it has almost none on entire body that I can find...but I've always heard rust is the toyota disease), and then have a professional clear coat put on? Just leave it the way it is? Or just have it clear coated? I only wonder in terms of making sure this thing lasts another 15 years.

[@jordanfisher9149]

My 2009 Camry had issues drinking oil for a long time, got it from my grandfather who passed and never did any of the recalls. I started putting synthetic 10w-30 oil in it and made a massive difference no more topping off oil all the time. Just broke 100k miles, clear coat is completely gone deciding if I should paint it but runs perfect.

[@gnnadi1]

Very informative. Your current video quality is night and day from 2 years ago. Keep going man.

[@ThatCaymanGuy]

Thank you! Very informative video! These Camrys are super easy to work on! I'm by no means a mechanic, i mean used to fix my cars when i was younger because i couldn't afford a mechanic but it was a great learning experience. Currently my Camry just hit 108,000 miles, i noticed it did burn a little bit of oil between oil changes. so i switched to Liqui Moly 0W-20 , replaced the EGR valve, sparkplugs, coils and all the air filters. It was originally my mother inlaw's car she bought new. I'm not sure if the engine was rebuilt or not.

[@davidcurfman7855]

I have an 09 Toyota Camry LE with only 97,000 miles on it. Bought it with 95,000. I've only had minor issues so far. Had to replace the winshield wiper and blade (was done for free at the dealership), serpentine belt, torque strut mount (did it myself for 28.99), and the front axle. It's been a great car so far. It's not burning any oil so far.

[@issavibez394]

I will burn

[@frankbinsley6221]

You've only driven 2k miles..lol

[@ex-engineer6657]

Thanks. I've got 3 candidates I'm shopping, this vid has helped me understand Camry better.

[@Loyal-ey2eq]

Thanks for all the great info, I’m currently searching for a Camry V6, which will be my Sons first car and your videos are really helping me get through the weeds of used Camry hunting!

[@Nisha-ut1wk]

I’m going to be honest your video made me a subscriber! The way you broke it down made me rethink my purchase of a Camry and to do my home work on the used vehicle to budget right. I work out of my car I need something reliable engine wise I work with my K9 in NYC. And long hrs at that car some times left to idle because I don’t have a booth. I have a 2016 Chevy equinox that keep giving the P0172 diagnostic code.

[@code4forlife]

Still have my 2008 Camry LE 2.4 that I bought new. Great California Survivor with 370k miles had the oil consumption repair done by dealer at 240k miles 130k miles later still doesn’t burn oil between oil changes . You do a great Job On Your Videos Thanks For Sharing

[@squirttv69]

About to buy 2007 2.4 19k miles original all is it worth?

[@planchik]

your dealer performed a fix for the oil consumption at 240K?? reason i'm asking is because those warranties were good for only 10 years and 150k miles. i'm surprised they did it at 240k. what years was that done for you? i'm at 260k and its been burning oil for the last 10 years lol, i just keep adding a bit here and there on the regular basis

[@code4forlife]

@@planchik I Had It Done Before The 10 Year Mark And Was Told The Mileage Was Unlimited. My Service Advisor Suggested We Do The Oil Consumption Test And That The 10 Year Limit Was Approaching. My Vehicle Barely Failed The Test. They Set Me Up With A Toyota Rental And One Week Later I Was Back On The Road With The Repaired Engine. I’m Almost At 400K Miles And Don’t Have to Add Oil Between Oil Changes

[@planchik]

@@code4forlife wow good for you. wish i got new pistons as well :(

[@jadjuk]

I bought my 2009 3.5L. V6, xle for under $7000 in 2020 with 150k miles. 4 years and 50k + later, still going strong with minor repairs.

[@goodman7321]

my 2009 Camry has no oil consumption at all!! It's now 350,000 km and still runs perfect!!

[@billbowers268]

It's probably the Japanese built model .

[@bandidotrucker7092]

No@ i had a toyota matrix with the same engine as the camera, it was made in Canada and also had the oil consumption problem. ​@billbowers268

[@planchik]

@@billbowers268 i have the 09 camry with 260k miles on it, been eating oil the last 10 years, i took it to the dealer back then and they ran the test and said it wasn't consuming as much to warrant the new pistons. i suspected they were full of crap, but car still consumes oil and i just keep adding at regular intervals.

[@extreme97554]

A legend randomly stumbling on youtube:

[@motleydude73]

Even though my Camry was 6 years out of warranty Toyota replaced my intermediate shaft free of charge! No other issues. 2009 facelift models onwards don't have the oil burning issue.

[@ericgordon8542]

Yes they do.

[@motleydude73]

@@ericgordon8542 No they don't. It was fixed with the facelift model. My 2010 model doesn't use a drop between 15k changes. .

[@ericgordon8542]

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[@motleydude73]

@@ericgordon8542 Again, they don't burn oil, the issue was fixed with the 2009 Facelift.

[@planchik]

@@motleydude73 my 2009 camry absolutely has an oil consumption problem, many of them do. not sure what facelift you're referring to.

[@Crysto]

Got a 2009 V6 XLE model with 140K miles definitely the best daily driver car I've ever owned

[@MegaRepairs]

Just what I need straight to the bad points on used cars THANK YOU!

[@TheCarCareNut]

You’re welcome

[@TheCarCareNut]

Glad I could help!

[@lisaharkins7987]

I'm looking at one tommorrow for $2,000. I'm nervous because that's all the money I have. Thanks for the video ( I live in Hawaii and the cars here are way more expensive than Mainland)

[@DrEvilTag]

I live in Southern California so fortunately no rust unless you live literally on the beach or in the few mountain communities, anyways in this current horrible car market I had to go find a car since my Acura TSX was totaled, in San Diego I found a 2007 Toyota Camry XLE V6 with navigation, basically fully loaded for a 2007 Camry, only 37k miles, carfax shows it spent its life in Santa Barbara and the water pump and VVTI oil line was replaced since those where weak points for low mileage Camry’s V6, lots of maintenance records on the carfax all at the Toyota of Santa Barbara, went to go check it out and did a pre-purchase inspection to get a more peace of mind and the mechanic couldn’t believe how new it looked! Big stamp of approval and I bought it! I put 3k miles so far and did a oil change and trans fluid change as preventative maintenance and so far so good!

[@CountryFarmBoyUSA]

When I find a great youtube channel, I like to go to their first video and see how much they have changed and learned. You production and sound quality are much improved and you have really warmed up to the camera and I can hear a pep in your voice. Love your channel and God Bless! Colossians 3:23

[@TheCarCareNut]

Thank you!

[@khumbibanda5753]

@Countryfarm Boy I know right, he's even slimed down a lil now

[@HasnainAhmed]

Agreed!

[@DimoS...]

​@TheCarCareNut mate what is your opinion about 2zz-ge?

[@justsurf3328]

I watched your live stream on 8- 7- 21. Watching this one. Thanks

[@firingallcylinders2949]

My dad has a 2007 with the 2.4L. It has 320k miles on it and very few issues. The body looks terrible, but it still runs great and has never had any major repairs.

[@Cash4Fruit]

That’s so inspiring mine only has 90 K miles 2009, I try to take good care of it so it’ll last long. I will be replacing the power steering hose, transmission fluid and doing cosmetic upgrades like adding fog lights and new head lights. already replaced most the bulbs with LED:)

[@yennyjen5742]

Wow! I came across a 2007 xle with 166k miles and been having a hard trying to decide if buying or not because of the high mileage but it’s a 1 owner vehicle 😬 your comments about driving at 320k miles makes me happy 😬 still driving it?

[@VS-fo9py]

@@yennyjen5742 my 2007 has 289k miles 😊

[@East17A]

first I would like to thank you for the work you do regarding educating the consumer on buying a Toyota . and specifically. the older and the used once. because used buyers/consumers are more venerable. income aren't too high or one house hold income that can't afford brand new car. so yeah getting into troubled used vehicle is a disaster to some point I think it should be illegal !! but final thought I think why Toyota is getting some poor reliability because its made in (Kentucky united state ) it is not Made in Japan anymore . that's why Toyota will slowly look like others when it comes to reliability . I was driving 1995 Toyota Camry no problems what so ever. !! only one thing. because the owner wasn't on the car wash thing. living in upstate new York the car was so rusted . but everything works on that vehicle really good with no issues !!! this vehicle were still running until last year . took it to the junk yard while still running again and only because was rusted from 1995 to 2019 .. so its driven for 24 years daily in upstate New York . that how made in Japan stands out in quality .

[@jamesg8199]

Also, if you’re buying one of these vehicles used, check the dashboard surface to see if it’s tacky to the touch. Many of these dashboards melted and were replaced by Toyota for free. Also, the sun visors are cheaply made and the hinge will eventually break. Just buy aftermarket ones.

[@edobal627]

They changed mine to another with same faulty material. Melting again and dealer or toyota is not doing anything about it

[@sufm8dechannel]

Is it too late for this?? Cause mines is very sticky due to a recall for the dash board

[@jamesg8199]

@@sufm8dechannel You’ll have to check with Toyota but chances are it is outside of that program. It wasn’t a recall but a warranty extension program. You can call a local dealer’s service department and they can check your VIN.

[@oceanzhu1002]

Ahh you forgot the few guys like me who have the flaring 6 speed v6 early models. I bought my 07 se used 2 years ago with 138k not knowing this problem. I put a “zipkit” valvebody refresh and now I have 180k mix driving (half city half highway) since I used to do doordash deliveries. Reason why I put that kit in because mine was flaring alot and in all the gears except 1-2. But so far i am very happy with it and even thought it still flares every now and then at 4-5 upshift I am very confident that it’ll reach 200k no problem. Worth the 700$. Still a great car, lowkey sleeper too. One theory I think that you never have to do any trans jobs in these cars because even with the 6 speed flare they don’t actually fail and leave u stranded. And u say toyota owner just drive these cars without doing anything, they probably don’t even know what a trans slip is lolol. They be like “if it keeps going foward imma keep driving” haha. I think my trans is one of the worst cases of slipping/“flaring” u660e’s. But if those people have a trans that slips a little and less than mine originally, they probably over looked it, which they should since it’s not a big deal most of time.

[@TeslaMaxwell]

I have a V6 XLE '09 Camry. Great car except for the clunks and rattles that are getting worse with time. I spent thousands(2k-3k) at both dealership (2x of them) and independent mechanics ( with good rep ).. they replaced bunch of suspension components and the noise stayed if not got worse... the last shop broke the rear seats plastic clips and installed the arm rest upside down (i dont even know why he had to take the rear seat out, maybe for rear struts??).... I love the car but really looking to perhaps drop the car at your shop one day to get it properly sorted out... would be 12hr drive tho lol!! Great video!

[@lelanddean9846]

absolutely love my 09 camry xle v6

[@TheodoreBakes]

Damn, I wish I had watched this before I just brought this 07 Camry LE. Off the bat I have the oil burning, shocks and power steering leak issues. My mom picked out and purchased the car for me so im trying to be grateful for that and not cry cause wtf😢

[@drift3rkid66]

I have a 2009 Camry, have had nothing but problems with it!!!

[@edtheoldtechguy]

I live in the Chicagoland area, and i work on cars as a DIY mechanic. Sometimes, I'm in need of a pro diagnostic on Toyotas, that is beyond my capabilities. Where can I find you?

[@itzjdub282]

I loved that prayer over the car

[@KaiPonte]

wow, just watched this. you've come so far!

[@logansmokes.2762]

Can you please do the 2002-2006 Toyota Camry,or even the 2003-2009 Toyota 4runners.

[@ahmadghosheh3104]

Couple of thongs Ahmad. Get the microphone closer, hard to hear you without cranking it way. I have a 2009 XLE with the 2GR-FE engine, it's a beast. Not a thing wrong with ot. I do the maintainence myself for years including suspension, brakes, engine work. But, the power steering return line seems to slightly drip but no lose of fluid. I love this thing even if the engine is a bitch to work on 😂 . Fixed the intermediate shaft with grease too, sprayed it with a very tiny nozzle 😂. Other than that, no leaks, squeak, or oild use or drip.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Thank you! I agree this was my first video and in later videos I fixed the microphone! The power steering line is easy to replace! I’m glad you do your own repairs! That v6 is hard to work on but not impossible. That intermediate shaft drives people crazy it’s very annoying and so easy to fix

[@pandapan3053]

Can you tell me how you knew the power steering line was leaking? I have a 2008 Toyota Camry

[@TheCarCareNut]

The common leak is around the reservoir. You got 2 hoses coming off of it. Follow them and see if you see fluid leaking.

[@mikethemoneymaker]

Looking at a 2007 Toyota Camry TODAY, Guy wants the buyer to take over payments of about $5,000 and says the car has 90,000 miles on it...I will use this video as my guide at looking over the vehicle.

[@mikethemoneymaker]

Looked at the 6 cylinder Camry from 2007 - turns out it has 155,000 miles on it instead of 90,000 plus it cranks but no start condition... I will check it out a little closer when the weather gets better in a couple days. I am thinking no fuel to the engine but do not know for sure yet. Typical used and abused vehicle by someone who really did not care about his transportation.

[@mikethemoneymaker]

Last update on the 2007 Camry. I got it to fire with a squirt of Brake Clean down it's throat and made the guy an offer...yes my offer was a little low expecting him to counter offer with the goal of meeting in the middle somewhere - No Chance "He really wanted someone to pay the loan remainder of over $5,600 for this harshly used Car... Had no choice but to walk way from the him and the deal...These types of deals happen often - The moral of the story is - Never Feel Pushed Into Making A Poor Decision - Just walk away. Two Days ago and about a week after looking at the Camry for a second time' 'the guy gave it up to the finance company - now he will have Crap for Credit - he already had bad credit but now his history is true crap and his odds of financing a used Toothpick is very poor.

[@truehope287]

This is great You are fantastic Please repost withOUT the background music

[@nikhilgoria7591]

Just bought a 2009 LE CAMRY with 10000 kms: always serviced at Toyota. I’m Hoping it lasts for a long time..

[@onehungrypanda316]

Current 07 camry is running at 280K plus miles maintenance of course but its still going, beautiful car..

[@mariah4201]

Why you be able to tell me I’m looking at a 2007 Toyota canary for 2k 247k miles is it worth it?

[@onehungrypanda316]

@@mariah4201 im not sure if your steady talking Down on me driving this car but im simply saying its been a reliable car.

[@mariah4201]

@@onehungrypanda316 I’m asking a question I write it wrong so I’m looking at a 07 Camry for 2k with 247k miles do you think that’s worth it?

[@onehungrypanda316]

@@mariah4201 id ask questions and take into consideration if the transmission (major job) has given out yet? Or if the engine has went out yet? Depending on the answer id ask these things and at 247K miles, if the transmission didnt go out yet, be prepared for a transmission rebuild. Did this car get its proper maintenance? If its alot of work that needs to be done, it may not work out. My wife has had this car from the lot since it was new and we both know the maintenance and care given into the car, id simply ask the dealer all the prior info on that car, like vehicle collision history, what work went into it, so your more informed whether or not to buy. This is my opinion ( i am not a car care advisor, or mechanic). Hope this helps.

[@ironmaxima3672]

You are the best! Thank you!

[@tjmars37]

I'm getting a 2007 for free. It does need a new radiator and something else but they can't remember what it was. So I'm glad I saw this video to see what it could possibly be. Do I call the dealership to find out if the engine was fixed for the oil leak? Is that a recall or is it just a TSB?

[@kimdavis5631]

Ha Ha, love the BMW B7 Alpina toward the end of the video!

[@erickieffer5797]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I love my Toyotas and listen/watch your videos with enthusiasm!!! 2009 i4 Camry just turned 200K and it just wants More. Had 98 first v8 Land Cruiser with 406K.... My 4 Run is 245K. Thank you for advice and your honest opinions for the Owners!!!!

[@emmvee1678]

Yay I got a 09 4 cylinder with 125k. It's fine so far.

[@TheCarCareNut]

That’s good to hear! That’s barely broken in! You got lots of life left in it!

[@aaronramosfx9302]

2007 Toyota Camry se sedan 189K miles ??? Would you buy for 3,000

[@johnsanchezz]

@@aaronramosfx9302 did you end up buying it?

[@rafaelemiliogarcia4065]

Hi and Merry Christmas, I've watched many of your videos and think you are much better than any other tech/ master mechanic that I've met in my life. Congratulations! I have a 2010 Dodge Ram that I bought new in 2010. It as an oil leak and a cylinder is malfunctioning. I live in Laredo, Texas, but I've willing to travel to your city, so you can fix o superviser the repair of my truck. Please consider helping me save my truck. I have no intention of replacing it, since am confident that it is salvageable.

[@MH-fb5kr]

We have a 2009 Camry hybrid… still strong @ 155miles no problems, unrusted, long paid off, still gets 38-40mpg… tell myself no new car yet… lots of miles left to drive!

[@mariah4201]

Would you be able to tell me I’m looking at a 2007 Toyota Camry for 2k 247k miles is it worth it?

[@sonyalewis3829]

I just went to Toyota dealership in Meridian, MS and asked about replacing the dash. They said it expired. I put a new motor and radiator in it. 2009 Camery for my 18 year old.

[@billtolg843]

These cars are getting people through rough financial times. If this was 10 years from now with the new car we have there would be lots of people hitchhiking.

[@zayacrawford171]

appreciate u dawg ! nice vid !🔥🙏🏽

[@Naza_44]

Hi I'm on a budget and I've got my eye on a 2008 Camry Ateva going for $8k. Done 175,000kms on the clock. Engine spots 2.4L 4cyl 5 speed auto. I love camrys but I need a second opinion before i make this purchase.

[@sjd7188]

Just turned 230 k on my 2007 V6, bought it at 49k. Engine is amazingly reliable . Just did struts, flex joint on exhaust twice, alternator, one oxygen sensor, one wheel speed sensor, the rear sway bar bushings. Just runs and runs. Only think that is troublesome is i cant keep rotors from warping, tired bosch, oem rotors same result…synthetic oil every 5 k, trans fluid at 100 k , spark plugs at 120 k… . When my daughter needs a car she gets this and i am buying another camry

[@obadiahisrael7192]

First of all I thank you for your information and your knowledge on Toyota I never heard nothing like this usually watch car wizard and he has only told me that they are the most reliable I'm currently looking to buy a 2007 V6 for my daughter I can't help but to feel a little worried and a little discouraged on purchasing it it has 199000 miles and is asking 4000 and has a salvage title for a passenger side door being hit but now replaced

[@garrett6743]

I was interested in a 2009 Camry from a small car lot so I called my local Toyota dealer and asked them if I gave them the vin if they could tell me if the work had been done for the tsb for oil consumption and they acted like I was crazy. Said they could not do that. Oh well, I’ll just avoid this year

[@JoshuaBlick-i9e]

Who else is watching in 2024

[@sandukanec]

I'm so sad that US don't have Avensis T25 :( Still i think your channel is very helpful for every Toyota owner! Thank you man!

[@RD-xh9ss]

Aventis T25 is a you tube channel for Toyotas?

[@TheCarCareNut]

It’s a model of Toyota not sold in the US

[@sandukanec]

I've edited my comment to be more clear :) Sorry for that.

[@scientificspiritualityBHARAT]

I think your the best of the lot.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Thank you!

[@McGuinness89]

I received a 2007 Camry SE 4-cyl for free and it's hard to just junk it instead of fixing it up. It has a head gasket issue where coolant is entering engine. Would changing the head gasket and head bolts be enough? Or do I absolutely need pistons and rings? It's at a Toyota dealership getting worked on in NY. Also, will 5w30 be ok in the Summer so that it's harder for oil to slip past rings? I appreciate your input

[@dominicfong6341]

Just had a slice of your virtual Car Care Nut birthday cake, thank you very much AMD and belated Happy Birthday. If you don't mind me asking, you look like (multi-)million bucks now, guess me and many others would love to know what have you done to make yourself looking so healthy now.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi Dominic! Thank you! It’s the magic of editing and color correction!

[@worldofvikram]

How are so many of you driving such old models? 😮 I just got the 2011 Camry and even that seems rather old school. Here in Delhi, India, any petrol (gasoline, as you call it in the US) vehicle more than 15 years old is not allowed on the street. For diesel vehicles, it's even stricter, at just 10 years. I don't foresee myself keeping my Camry for too long...more of a quick purchase (need of the hour, really did not have time to look around).

[@khuloodhussein5635]

Great job, you put good efforts in this video I like it, Congratulations

[@TheCarCareNut]

Thank you very much! I'm glad you like it!

[@patribardiere]

What is the best year for this generation?

[@kennethwilliams4874]

Great, informative presentation Car Care Nut, many thanks. I have a 2009 Camry with the 2GR-FE 6cyl, 120,000 miles, bought about a year and a half ago, had a clean and detailed CarFax. My question is, it has a faint ticking or chattering sound when the engine is cold, and as it warms up the sound gets quieter. Sometimes when the engine is fully warmed up (20 minutes or so) I can't hear the ticking sound at all. Is that sound caused by the hydraulic lifters in the overhead cam? Is this normal for the 2GR-FE with this many miles, or is this something I need to have repaired? Absolutely love this car's performance. Thanks!

[@TheCarCareNut]

Thank you for watching my videos. The ticking noise that goes away when warmed is normal in these engines. Almost all of them to some degree make that ticking that goes away. As long as it’s not a grinding noise on start up that lasts up to 5 seconds then you’re good

[@kennethwilliams4874]

@@TheCarCareNut Thank you so much for that info, the engine performs so well and smoothly that I was hoping it was not a serious issue. You've put my mind at ease.

[@KellBailey]

I have a 2009 Toyota Camry and I have to replace the fuel pump, Cv axle boot torn, Midpipe exhaust leak, and motor mount. Toyota fixed my leaking oil problem under warranty 2 years ago but should I invest money into a car with these issues ? (161,000 miles on it and I’m the second driver I got it at 110,000)

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Most of these issues are not big ticket items. Curious on the fuel pump and why it needs replacement. The CV boot can be replaced without replacing the axle. The mid pipe can be expensive through Toyota but having a muffler shop fix it is much cheaper. The motor mount is not a big issue and would be last on my list if you want to do it in 2 goes so it wouldn’t be one big expense.

[@KellBailey]

@@TheCarCareNut thank you !! About the fuel pump, I took it to a local shop and they said it needed to be replaced. I wanted a second opinion so I took it to Toyota and they said the same thing.

[@TheCarCareNut]

That’s odd. Well if you’re going to replace the fuel pump I would get an original one

[@KellBailey]

@@TheCarCareNut Why so? I just ordered and OEM one before i seen this message ?

[@TheCarCareNut]

The original fuel pumps are known to last a very long time and they’re much better than aftermarket

[@blokeVB]

2005. Engine light on. Lagging acceleration. I suspected the air boost sensor. Mechanic shows the code that was their boost sensor failure. I've used three new sensors same problem. 250,000km v6 dosent eat oil. Air filter changed. If I disconnect battery after poor acceleration it functions normally.

[@canocano5480]

What about the hybrid, What’s your opinion?

[@toostltoo81727]

Wow glad I got a 04

[@chrismajor8779]

Being trained as a Toyota technician I have to disagree on the 2GR-FE being ' Bulletproof ' . The VVT cam gears fail and chatter after about 200,00km.

[@Stn_4]

Hi . Those were wonderful suggestions ... But you need to improve the audio quality of your streaming acoustics .. Most of the speech it was hard to understand .... Thank You

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! This was the first video of the channel. Check out other videos the sound is better

[@tjm5740]

Hello! I love your channel. Just a quick question. Does the 2010 Camry have any major issues? I'm going to buy one soon. Thanks.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! If it’s a 4 cylinder I would make sure that the service history is good. These love to burn oil if not maintained properly

[@tjm5740]

@@TheCarCareNut Thank you for the quick reply. I'm watching all your vids on Toyota Camry now. 😀

[@maidenlover1]

gm Brother! I hope your morning is blessed Ive been checking a 07 camry hybrid with 204k. I like the fuel economy but what to watch for its 17 yrs old

[@GR888T]

I had to check out your first video. It was good👍🏼🇦🇺

[@janaelimon2994]

I’m looking at a 2008 Toyota Camry with 123k miles on it, for $6300. What are your thoughts?

[@TheCarCareNut]

If it’s a 4 cylinder make sure the engine has been fixed for oil burning if not I’d walk away. If it’s a v6 make sure it’s not leaking oil and doesn’t have rattles on cold start up

[@efrain3703]

I would try to ask for $5000 see if they would take it...

[@ShutterSpeedGaming]

That price is too high. Hopefully you didn’t pay that much.

[@reynaldoayala3089]

Hey I just bought this car 2008 v4 how do I know the oil is burning?? and if it is how can I fix it and how much do you think it would cost if I were to go to a mechanics and fix it? The video was very helpful btw thanks for uploading

[@TheCarCareNut]

I would call the dealership and ask if the campaign for oil burning was done. If not unfortunately replacing the pistons and rings will be needed to fix it and that can be expensive. You can drive the car just keep an eye on the oil level.

[@chicochico5703]

Replacing the engine

[@MainSpears]

07 Camry 4 cyl I changed the starter now it misfires

[@kangzau1006]

Thanks for the straight shot info download. Thanks, I will go get that Hoodie Alpina ....

[@jigsaw4379]

I just bought a 2009 Toyota Camry le thanks for your channel I got it with 152k miles from older Asian man who was original owner bought it for $3,800 in Chicago do u think I got a good deal

[@ShutterSpeedGaming]

Kelly blue book said that’s a good deal! I’m about to buy one in Georgia for 4K and it has 180K miles on it! That’s definitely a great deal you got!

[@TheCarCareNut]

That’s a good price if the car is in good shape

[@jigsaw4379]

@@TheCarCareNut yeah only thing wrong a few scuffs on paint and a wheel alignment once I did that been running like a champ since thank u

[@khhhhjjj]

i have camry 2007 and its butn engine oil a lot what should i do

[@tom165983]

The metal for the cars are paper thin…. Just leaning on it will dent cost a butt load too fix

[@daomarlluveres9324]

New to your channel. Can you do the most bulletproof HIGHLANDERS?

[@peterchang4601]

I bought an oil-burning 07 Camry 3 years ago. My Camry used to burn a quart very 500 miles and it started to smoke on cold starts. I had the valve stem seals replaced by a local shop for about $1000, and bought a bottle of AcDelco Top Engine Cleaner, and did a piston soak when engine was shut off for 20 minutes, still hot, and flushed it with MMO and sucked it all up and cranked it out. I then changed the oil and drove about 50 miles and changed oil again with filter change also. My car now burns a quart 4000 miles. I changed oil again and am keeping an eye on it. Now after 1600 miles, the oil level has gone down to the middle of the dipstick (between full and add marks). I'm thinking of doing another piston-soak after 3000 miles before the next oil change. There was a TSB for tranny U250E that the previous owner didn't take care. The line pressure solenoid in it was the wrong part which causes a big bang before stopping. I bought the suggested solenoid (about $100) and put it in myself that took care the problem. I did notice metal shavings when I took it apart. Now the transmission is smooth as silk. I replaced the radiator, and planning to replace the water pump as the coolant slowly sips out from the weeping hole on the pump. But the leak is very minor, and I'll also keep an eye on it. The coil spring on the strut was broken that took me a while to find the source of the clunking noise over bumps. I had the strut replaced. Now the car runs well, and I can get average 30 miles per gallon local and highway combined.

[@Odamate]

Outstanding results! How is the car holding up today? Mine is burning 1 quart every 100 - 200 miles. I will definitely try this out.

[@peterchang4601]

Water pump update

[@peterchang4601]

A question about 2007 Camry SE water pump longevity. I took the water pump pully off and inspected the air and weep holes both are clean, and the axle spins smoothly. It seem to be in very good condition. My car has 194k miles. I bought an ASIN brand water pump just in case, but don't know if my original pump will last the life of my car. Should I keep the new pump or return it?

[@peterchang4601]

@@Odamate One year later, my oil burning speed went up from 4000 miles/quart to 3000 miles/quart. I'm going to do it again to beat it down to 4000 or higher. The AcDelco cleaner cleans spark plugs very well. How is your result?

[@Odamate]

@@peterchang4601 I'm gonna try it on my day off Tuesday. I'm praying for good results.

[@20tinkerbear09]

Hello!! I need your help!!! I’m going to go look at a car tomorrow. “It’s an 2009 Toyota Camry with about 175 miles on it. 4 cylinder. Clean title with no problems.” What are your thoughts off the back? She claims nothing is wrong with it & Everything has been well maintained. 🤷🏽‍♀️ I’m not sure what I’m supposed to be looking for or what’s important to ask her???? I know now by watching your video I SHOULD ask if it’s been checked for repairs. But of course, she says YES!!! Please help!!!

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! I would ask her for receipts showing that the engine oil burning issue was fixed by the dealership. If she can’t present that I would call the dealership with the VIN no and ask if it’s been fixed. If not I would be careful buying this car as it could burn oil it not fixed and be an issue car. If this is been taken care of and the car is in good shape it’s actually a good car to own

[@20tinkerbear09]

@@TheCarCareNut Gotcha!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR REPLYING!!!! You are VERY helpful! #newsub 🤗

[@ds1ayd]

Have 2010 v4 camry is oil burns too, 1qt for every 1000 miles.!!

[@ganeshmassiah8509]

My 2009 Toyota Camry is making a clunking noise, after I changed the struts , sway bar links and bushings, making the noise even on smooth road, will appreciate any advice to get the problem fixed

[@franciscocarrera4033]

Hi there! Thank you for the wonderful vid. Curve ball: Ever heard of hesitation out of first/second gear with even a little bucking? Im dealing with that in an 07 camry with the 4 cyl + automatic (car was made in 2006). Even flooring it won't make it move or rev faster. But no OBDII trouble codes, thing is clean. If you have any input it'd be highly appreciated!! :)

[@ALEX_MEDRANO75]

Replace your oxygen sensors. I had the same issue. Also replaced the Catalytic converter.

[@donh1642]

Very good info in the vid and your replies to pols questions. Looking at 2009 and this helps a lot.

[@LetomanOla]

Please where is the safest website to be a used Toyota cars, thanks guys

[@JihadPowell]

Is the vvt rubber oil line in the 2008 v6 a problem... Ive heard that it can leak and game over,,, Is it worth replacing prematurely

[@TheCarCareNut]

It is an issue although most of them have leaked and got fixed by now. If you’re going to replace it I would get the all metal line and never have to worry about not again.

[@kennethwilliams4874]

The original equipment oil cooler line had a well documented leakage problem on the 2GR-FE 6cyl. Toyota issued a TSB on that and replaced the rubber hose (a short hose that you can see from the top of the engine) with a metal-reinforced hose. You can recognize the replacement by a white or yellow vertical stripe on the correct hose. If you have any 2GR-FE with the original equipment oil cooler hose, have it replaced ASAP with the Toyota replacement or, as the Car Care Nut suggests, an all metal line. This hose is short and stationary so I'm not sure why Toyota thought that it had to be flexible, they should have just installed an all metal line in the factory.

[@Onefrogfour9]

My x-trail has clutch and bearing problems. Was looking at selling and getting a older camry or Avalon . Not much money to spend. Or would I be better off fixing the xTrail ? Thank you

[@8risky]

Is 2009 Toyota camry le cylinder 4 good buy?

[@attyrustico]

Hello Car Care Nut! Thank you for creating videos like this. Its very easy to understand for the regular car buyer. I hope and pray your viewership keeps on increasing. Is the oil consumption issue only on 2AZ-FE on 2007-2009? Im thinking of getting a 2005 Camry SE with the same 2.4L with complete service records. Do you think its a good buy? Thank you CCN! 😇🙏

[@TheCarCareNut]

The oil consumption on the 2005 is better than the 07-09 however I’ve seen 2005 burn oil from lack of maintenance but if it’s well maintained you should have no issues.

[@aass9601]

@@TheCarCareNut Hello. Engine fan: Is it wise to replace the entire Oem fan with aftermarket fan or can I just replace the motor with another Oem motor?? My repair guy said he recommends replacing it all brand new w aftermarket.

[@vionagalak7654]

​@@TheCarCareNutwhat years of used Toyota Camry that you suggest, please?

[@anserafers8088]

I have a pretty one ❤ yes they are beautiful 🥰 and she runs beautifully ✅✅