This is One Of The Best Old Toyota Models Ever Made!

[@fernandob3062]

That's my car !!! But mine is 2001. Strong ...safe and durable !!! Bought it 9 years ago ...with good maintenance no need for a new car ...Its a really well made car !!! Don't care if I have to spend money on it...because it's worth it and its not even expensive...The best Formula Durable, strong, Safe and not costly maintenance in general !! Not many cars have this balance !!! 193 K miles !

[@stephendibari5010]

I have a 2002 Lexus ES300 w 186k miles, Its a tank and super reliable, super quiet and luxurious.

[@fernandob3062]

My 01 Avalon ...and Yes is like tank! Recently....Just because I wanted ...I changed many VIP sensors ....tps...maf...crank case and camshaft sensors ...the vehicle speed sensor ....All OEM...plus ...OEM spark plugs and coils ....all vacuum valves ...OEM antifreeze ...All temperature Sensors ...OEM ...upgrade rims to 16 inches ...the car originaly accepted that ...i used KYB already assembly struts, radiator cap, water pump kit and belt ..new fuel injectors OEM, besides radiator and radiator cap , OEM PVC valve, and other parts ...all OEM...!! After 9 years this car never asked for anything ...so I decided to give the opportunity to run even much longer...better and smooth ...think it will last more!! Also have to say i used Amsoil engine oil...and transmission ....I have to say its a dream to drive this car 🚗 193k miles and no oil consumption !! Runs fast and strong I also removed that metal engine splash....bought a good flexible/hard plastic hot resistant....and built the same part un plastic with same shape using heat gun ...removed all possible heavy parts ...to save unnecessary weight ...i drive around 20-25 miles daily and just refill less than half gas tank every 2 weeks !! Will keep this car till parts appears !!

[@daewooparts]

Sold my 2006 Avalon back in 2010 ,but it's still on the road today ....should have kept it

[@joshuarivera428]

I have a 2000 avalon that I bought 6 years ago for 2k with 91k miles, now it has over 303k miles. Never had it fail me.

[@TruggWalggger]

WATER WE DUNE HAIR B!?

[@ThorosiousD]

The best mechanic we all wish we had.

[@bertplank9892]

This guy is a sly operator.....don't be fooled by his "stuff".

[@charley95sheridan44]

@@bertplank9892 You couldn't be more wrong!

[@JBurton393]

@@bertplank9892been watching this guy for a while and I never got that impression. He’s as solid as they come.

[@petegarcia8185]

Do I own a Toyota Avalon? No. Did I watch the whole video? Yes!

[@walterwillis6731]

Jose does such a good job on the camera. Thanks, guys, for this informative video!

[@Greg_Gatsby]

Jose is an unsung hero of these videos. 👍

[@jimsutter2748]

I have an '03 Avalon XL with the cloth bench seat interior and column shift. I drove my uncle to the dealer the year I graduated high school when he bought it. When he passed away, my aunt it to me. It only has 110k miles currently. It's a great vehicle; runs like a top. Mine is in a bit better shape than the one on the video, it lived in Ohio most of its life, but never saw a winter there; there is not a speck of rust anywhere on it. Same silver color.

[@richlikeg3722]

Still got my 99 Avalon. 410k miles. Everything still working but babying the transmission. Hopefully make it to 500k

[@serban2139]

Well your Avalon in the picture looks quite modern

[@sirbash69]

@@serban2139thats a crown

[@richlikeg3722]

@ that’s my wife’s car👍

[@charley95sheridan44]

Wow, good for you!

[@FEETLE]

@@richlikeg3722cheers 🥂 to owning a vehicle with Demigod like ability to barely see mechanics for repair and near immortality.

[@SupraSav]

There is something very special about a trusty old car.. Working on them is always puts a smile on my face. Thanks for sharing.

[@bobbysuazjFhvcfgh]

Yes my family loves it when I came in from the garage with oil and grease all over my hands and arms smelling like transmission fluid 😂😂😂

[@inzMBL]

The master of calm at work :)

[@brianwhitney9181]

Old school Toyota much better then New school Toyota. The man looks at a problem and he figures it out while Toyota service shops would struggle to solve a door switch.

[@Sam-go3mb]

I think generally 85 to 99 is peak Toyota in terms of reliability, but I'm pretty sure overall early 2000's are the best Toyota's. Some individual models/engines are just as reliable as the older simpler ones, and they win on fuel mileage to performance ratio, quality materials, everything feeling solidly and thoughtfully put together etc. etc.

[@coloradoboo1071]

@@brianwhitney9181 I do learn SO much from his problem-solving processes!! Sometimes it’s best to step back and think about stuff then come up with something to try.

[@donniev8181]

I have to disagree, I have a new 24 Camry and the car is extremely well made, an absolute dream to drive. I've had a few early 2000s Camrys and the newest is far better. The thing about Toyota is they rarely change to weaker designs, they continue to improve.

[@Sam-go3mb]

@@donniev8181 I don't doubt it's an fantastic car today, but get back to us in 20 years time... I think that's where a lot of the concerns come from. A lot of newer car aspects look like they just don't lend themselves well to longevity without major issues/high cost, regardless of brand.

[@neilmcleod33]

@@Sam-go3mb My 94 4Runner is a great vehicle. 1994 is immaculate condition with 187k miles. The problem is the dealer won't do the regularly scheduled valve adjustments anymore. Too old they say! Take it to the scrap yard. F them and Toyota in general if that's how they treat their customers

[@Cocora22]

I always love your videos, but kudos to Jose. His camera work is really outstanding!!!!!!

[@krash3231]

I have a 2009 Avalon and would agree, just crossed 210k miles, just brakes/tires and one wheel bearing

[@rickgarcia239]

1st time I ever watched more than 45 minutes of mechanic video... Impressive work and a learning situation for me... I am an older Toyota fan (I own 2 2005 Corollas).... Luckily, I live in the desert so no rust just sun and heat... People should watch these videos so when they go for service, they can minimize the possibility of getting ripped off.... A lot of what he did is not DIY for just anybody.... Take care of those old Toyotas !! They will serve you well...

[@cyberbeer65]

My daily driver is a 2004 Corolla. 112,000 miles. Best car I've ever owned.

[@stendecstretcher5678]

I own a 98m Corolla 93500 ks still going strong.

[@pryme2013]

Those are good cars but unfortunately don’t see them often anymore in the upper Midwest. All rusted out I guess.

[@khakiswag]

These cars were great because they were basically a Lexus ES. Extremely high quality parts and impeccable build quality.

[@JBM425]

And unlike the ES, it didn’t have the funky/annoying hockey puck or track pad controller for the infotainment system.

[@dimitarasenov5206]

Just a pleasure to see how this man works 👍

[@jamespeddycord79]

May of 2019 I bought a 2011 Yamaha Fz8 from my boss at the time son-in-law. When I went to his house to pick up the bike I saw a really nice 2003 Avalon sitting in his driveway. Asked him about it and said it's his daughter's car. She had inherited it from her grandmother who had passed away two years earlier. Told him if she ever wanted to sell it let me know. One year later he asked me if I was still interested in it. Bought it for 2500 bucks. Exterior was probably a 7 out of 10 interior 9/10 really beautiful car. It needed some wear and tear items replaced. radiator hoses motor mounts timing belt. Still own it and love it

[@slalomking]

Toyota radiator hoses are designed for the life off the car.

[@FEETLE]

@slalomking it's definitely a kind rubber

[@stan916]

Hey I had a fazer 8 for 11 years! Put almost 70k km on it. Nice choice.

[@wisamputrus6196]

I two, 96 with 286,000 and 2011….. beautiful cars I really miss them…

[@codymoreland4496]

20 years and that thing is CLEAN

[@Clevelandsteamer324]

Not really. Look at one from Colorado or Arizona. Zero rust

[@JamesTorbett]

Based on your recommendation I purchased a 2015 ES 350 with less than 50k miles this past May. Complete maintenance records. Changed all the fluids and hoping it will be the last car I purchase!

[@theaajourney9872]

Congrats! What are these cars selling for these days?

[@bartlevenson7851]

I have an '07. great car, rough ride, however.

[@bartlevenson7851]

my 07 with rough ride is a corolla, not an avalon

[@thehardnesschannel1605]

Crazy part is, OP is 18 years old

[@JamesTorbett]

@@theaajourney9872 I paid 21k out the door. Was in the range they were going for in my area at the time. But with the maintenance records I decided it was worth it to me.

[@darrellguinn1471]

We have a 2002 Avalon. It had only 70k on it when we bought it 4 years ago. 145k now. Timing belt, radiator and valve cover gaskets replaced recently and other maintenance. Got at a great price. Drives like new.

[@SamslamminCars]

Just broken in

[@joeshmoe8952]

Avalon are great cars, we got a 2005 4runner with 245k miles, had it since day 1 and it never gave us any major issues. Only wear and tear replacements and general maintenance. We messed up and never changed the transmission fluid because the service department at the dealer told us not to but it got to a point were we couldn’t change the fluid because it was too old but fast forward 19 years and it has the same fluid with no transmission problems whatsoever, shifts just fine. Goes to show you how remarkable toyota’s reliability is.

[@rgbsax]

my 2005 Avalon had 119000 when I bought it in 2020. I love it.

[@wespotter6985]

I owned a 2000 Avalon. Drove like a Buick, soft ride. They had sludge issues. Traded in with 26,000 miles. Friend has a 2003 with 350,000 miles it's rusting but still runs. Timing belt motor, non interference I think.

[@sam9482]

My mom had this but eventually traded it in for a RAV4. I kind of wish I bought it from her. It drove so smooth

[@Toyotaguy.]

I’ve got an 03 xls it just hit 296k miles best car I have ever had it looks to me it’s in better shape than this one here but I also live in the south and a rust free environment. I’m also an automotive technician myself, so I take extremely good care of my vehicle fluid interval, changes at the correct mileage.

[@billmoore7305]

Had a 2008 Avalon. Sold it to my neighbor at 232,000 miles. She drove it to 320,000. Now her teenage daughter is driving it. I now drive a 2011 Avalon with 179,000!

[@justinborysenko3885]

I see you got a fancy new one 😂

[@javiagiles5386]

I have the 2000 model and 2007 models The best of the best

[@theadventuresofjavier8698]

My 2000 Toyota sienna has 300k miles. Runs excellent. Does not burn oil. Drives smoothly. Love my van

[@kevinftw16]

2003 224k miles here. I do love driving it but the exhaust is starting to rust away

[@theresedillon6717]

You somehow got a good one because that 1st generation of vans had a big sludge problem with the M1zfe engine.

[@kevinftw16]

@theresedillon6717 Yeah you can tell on mine even after 3-5k miles how clean the oil comes out. Previous owner really took care of it.

[@mikemayne001]

You are such a cool and level headed, calm mechanic. If I attempted the door lock replacement, I’d been throwing tools across the shop! You do fine work sir!

[@Lexus-Revival-Garage]

Love the second gen. Especially if it’s got the front bench seat and the column shifter!

[@oceanbreeze369]

The 1995 6-cylnder Toyota Avalon's were the absolute best ever. Cheers!

[@Dee-ty9ny]

2004 Avalon... winter position wipers neat feature. That hood strut clamp to hold up hood very neat.

[@deanmitchell9568]

I bought one with 97k miles on it based off one of your recommendation videos in June of this year. Got it for $4,700 put tires, timing belt, water pump and changed some fluids and am in it for $6,700 total and am hoping it is the last car I ever have to buy. I do love it it drives so smooth and comfortable thanks for recommending this car.

[@charley95sheridan44]

Keep doing what you're doing! I just purchased $2k worth of wear and tear parts for the future before they're discontinued for my 14 RX.

[@jrtaylor2288]

They are gems. My dad had one, now my nefew drives it. Still nice too. I have an 04 Vibe & 05 Tacoma. Both still awesome vehicles.

[@dannyrbailey]

My first car was a 98 Toyota Avalon XLS. That car holds a special place in the cars I’ve owned. And if I hadn’t sold it I’m sure I could still be driving it today. It was such a nice car. Haven’t owned a Toyota the past few cars, but I’m considering going back to the brand because I want something reliable that will take my miles (I drive a lot). Crazy thing is, these old Toyotas hold value so well. Clean ones especially.

[@gwrider2146]

Currently sitting in my 99 Avalon XLS platinum edition, found it with 55K miles on it over 9 years ago for less than $7K😇

[@dannyrbailey]

Crazy thing is, still probably worth 7k 😂. No such thing as depreciation haha

[@johnkirkilis34]

Like to watch how you tackle every job Ahmed with passion. I find it therapeutic. ❤

[@markl3028]

No better way to spend an early Sunday morning; coffee and multitask watching TCCN on the PC & I Do Cars on the TV.

[@b.c.5502]

My 2004 Avalon XLS has 290k miles and it runs like new! I religiously change oil (synthetic) every 5000 miles and transmission fluid every 30,000 miles. Timing belt/water pump every 90,000 miles. Same for my brother’s 2004 Avalon XLS which has 200k miles. The only thing I am not sure is when to change the alternator as a preventive measure: I think mine has the original one. My brother’s needed a replacement already. BTW, mine has the column shift and front bench seat, a rare feature.

[@dannyrbailey]

If it ain’t broke, I wouldn’t worry about it. Drive it until the alternator goes or starts making weird bearing noises. As long as you replace the battery at the recommended intervals the alternator should have a hard life so it doesn’t work too hard to charge an old battery

[@dannyrbailey]

Shouldn’t***

[@b.c.5502]

Thanks for your advice, I much appreciate it!

[@gwrider2146]

Yep, don't worry about the alternator just keep the battery good and that alternator will probably keep lasting. Have 2 99 Toyotas both with their original alternators 👌

[@b.c.5502]

@@gwrider2146 Thank you also for this good advice. Much appreciated!

[@ReiGon-r4c]

The maestro giving a master class

[@ValorArc_Designs]

My daughters 04 Avalon (inherited from Grandpa) makes those thumping noises in the rear suspension. This was good to watch so we know what to expect from the repair shop. Thanks for making these videos!

[@Bradleyscience]

Very nicely done, the induction heater was a great idea! Cheers

[@LouisF38]

These are my favorite videos that you do! I always learn a ton of new stuff about older Toyotas when you do these repairs! Thank you!

[@LouisCapps-p3z]

Older Camry p/s reservoir hoses are also notorious for leaking as well . Mine were not leaking but due to the high mileage I replaced the rubber hoses just to be on the safe side. In addition I replaced all the vacuum/lines as well. Love these older Toyota's. Thank you for another great 👍 video 🙏

[@davidwatt7663]

Wish that Avalon was mine , they weren’t offered in the Uk , so I’ve got the next best thing a 2004 Camry , I’ve had it for three years and it’s totally reliable . Love ❤️ it to bits. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 great video many thanks 👍

[@michaelpaiya8713]

I love my 2002 Avalon. It’s had a few issues such as valve cover leaks. But with normal maintenance it’s hard to beat for reliability. 205k.

[@darrellguinn1471]

We have a 2002. Love it.

[@coloradoboo1071]

The early 2000’s Avalon was a rebadged Lexus…total quality! Riding in my mother-in-laws was always a delight!!!

[@broken1965]

And some parts are interchangeable like 04 es330 the Camry the brake dust shields fit either

No. Lexus are made in Japan. Avalon is made in USA.

[@broken1965]

Camry stuff

[@digitalunit318]

I just picked up a 2002 avalon column shift with spoiler JBL all the bells and whistles one owner 100k miles. This video makes me very hopeful.

[@nononsenseBennett]

Another good case for treating the undercarriage with fluid film, Rust Check etc to prevent fasteners seizing. Keeps bushings subtle too.

[@vincentjenkins2252]

I have a 2003 Avalon with 157.000 miles on it. One of the best Toyotas I have ever owned. Everything works, no leaks & the car still runs like new.

[@Soarin2Orl]

Your the best and most honest

[@ryans413]

If I had a Toyota I’d take my car to you. You do such good work.

[@JohnVandenberg-e9t]

My family has 5 of this gen Avalons. We live in Rusty Land! 2 originated in Quebec (bad,bad,bad for rust), 1 from Florida (good), 1 from Ohio (bad) and mine from Toronto (pretty good). As it so happens the fuel tank straps arrived today for my brother's 2003, so in the morning I'll be switching out the leaky tank for a used one from my donor car and a new filler pipe as well. Great timing! All have had the PS lines replaced (also our 04 Sienna & 07 RX350). Sway bar links... done! Control arms and trailing arms done too. Knock sensors/OCV?... done. All have 300+km. Mine is @ 439km and all run great. I'm a huge fan of anti-seize grease. It's saved me many hours of grief. Thanks for featuring this great Toyota model.

[@hunterparker69]

I got my 2004 Avalon XLS in June 2024 and It has just reached 135,000 Miles. Purchased in Scottsdale, Arizona My Avalon has a factory LCD screen in the dash column for the navigation system package, it even comes with a little IR remote that clips to the center console to control the screen. The screen can display live fuel economy with fuel range, and my average speed. and can be used to track maintenance. It has a very Prius~esc meter bar to display the fuel econ. I cannot find any 2nd gen Avalon with Navigation anywhere on the internet. This car was sold originally in North Hollywood California. It has Zero rust. I have done lots to maintain this car since I purchased it. I even super cleaned the engine bay Chris Fix style. It has many of the same problems you fix in this video! It is truly a lucky for me that you made this video. Mine has the door lock actuator out on the same door! Very helpful video to say the least. I have been watching for over 3 Years. Please; Make more content on this car!

[@PhongNguyen-pg8wm]

I bought this Avalon 2004 XLS from the end of 2013 (90k miles), and still strong now (200k miles). This one got good insulation, quiet, and reliable.

[@giggitygoo5623]

I'm not a mechanic and do not work on my cars but to me this is the most enjoyable content

[@holdennestor6]

I purchased one from the 2nd owner 04 higher mileage but had all the maintenance records to provide that was well maintained it now has 212k miles! Love this car

[@donnerjacob567]

Yay! I have a 2004 Avalon XLS. I bought it used two years ago with 35780 miles. Looking forward to watching this video. I know it needs rear shocks.

[@moparman2010]

A real mechanic thank you for the content 🚘

[@burningknuckle26]

The Avalons were solid as fuq.

[@LouisCapps-p3z]

Fantastic video. I am addressing the same issues on my Camry. Clunking in the rear. I'm starting with the control arm bushings that are worn then re-evaluate the rest of the components. Toyota was able to get me the OEM bushings and screws. Awesome video friend 👏

[@roshayredd4437]

I just learned even more about my own car 2 years later that’s wild.

[@lokoteconunoshuevotes4685]

I have a 2001 avalon with 103k , thing is mint

[@MrRolandMichel]

Hey there, me too! Thought I was the only one with that year and such low mileage. I plan on keeping her for quite a while.

[@lokoteconunoshuevotes4685]

@MrRolandMichel badass! I got it from an older lady that only drove it from idaho to her second home in Arizona. Then back once winter was over. Meticulously kept. Best vehicle purchase I've made.

[@richardstodola3949]

Ì inherited my 2001 avalon with 7 3000 mi. Now has 119000. Interior almost perfect, paint looks like new. drives really smooth.

[@snackwrap2616]

Dad bought one new in 2000, his first new car. Got the family through everyday and me through college. Totaled from someone pulling out in-front of him at 130,000 miles but he wasn't planning on replacing.

[@Slamjam88]

I have a 2014 Avalon limited model with 185,000 km then nothing was needed besides Brakes, tires, dway bar links, serpentine belt and windshield. Such a great car planning to keep it till it dies and trying to get it to a million kilometers!

[@zombiekill223]

Almost at 300K mi on my 2000 Avalon XLS, beautiful ride. Of course not without it's own issues. Power seats on the driver side doesn't work and of course some check engine lights. Too bad I live in CA so I have to get them resolved.

[@johnchambers12]

Too many people don’t know how to tighten a worm clamp. But nobody needs to adjust a spring clamp, it is the proper tension until it needs to be replaced due to rust.

[@jeffsucidlo9220]

That was my baby. '04 column shifter with a split bench seat. Best car EVER. I've been missing it since the day I foolishly traded it in for an '08 with an undisclosed front end collision. My 2011 is good. But boy there's days I long for that '04.

[@johnkaranja2897]

I have the same car! 322000 miles, and hums like new. I am a diy person, so I have been into it quite a bit. Did valve cover gaskets 2019, which is a job. But I would love to buy another one. Mine is 0 % rust heartland driven. Awesome car. Thank you for this channel. My son and I live on it. His 1992 stick shift Camry just clocked 34200 miles, and drives like a champ. So does my wife’s 2005 sienna with 280000.

[@curtgomes]

I have 2006 Lexus GS with 125K miles on it. Bought it used 13 years ago. California car. Zero rust. None. Runs and drives like a new car. Original everything...... Awesome if you can find one in good shape. (GS350 models especially)

[@macbook802]

I saw a video of Lexus hoverboard like back to the future.

[@charley95sheridan44]

I have a 18 GS I bought new that I plan to keep forever with 15k on the clock in mint condition. My daily is a 14 RX.

[@curtgomes]

@@charley95sheridan44 I fully understand. Both those cars are great if maintained. They will give excellent service and reliability over many years. The new models of all brands not so much.......

[@motorpapa3446]

Have watched lots of your videos. You are my favorite go to guy when I need some info on my Toyota’s. Thank you for all hard work & dedication to these videos.

[@aaronlopez492]

Agree completely. They are similar to Toyota pick-ups of the 1980s. I still see them around town carrying refrigerators, stoves and some being used by Gardners. Awesome 🛻 truck!!!

[@MyUsernameIsGuess]

Just this year I donated my 2001 Toyota Avalon to a charity. Looked exactly like that one.

[@JBM425]

My 2014 Avalon Hybrid Limited has been an amazing car! I saw one in the Toyota dealership while having an oil change for my Camry and knew that was the car for me. I didn’t get it until 2017, but it has never disappointed me.

[@pontymighton]

These are cloud like soft, surprisingly fast for their age and size, and just bulletproof. 4-speed AT is smooth and one can drive it all day long on the highway. Love it.

[@JBM425]

The 2014 Avalon ushered In a stiffer suspension for improved handling, but at the expense of a less comfortable ride. Toyota heard the feedback, and they modified the suspension in 2016 to tame some of the stiffness.

[@davidkaminski615]

My '02 Sequoia is getting on towards 400k miles and everything still works as it should with barely any squeaks to speak of (sunroof makes a noise once in a while). It's an amazing (time) machine!

[@paulbunyon6324]

I bought my 1999 Accord new and planned to keep it for at least 10 years. Its still going strong a quarter century later. Virtually problem free, I maintain it myself.

[@brianwhitney9181]

Hey Toyota, this is what you are missing today. Your build quality is inferior to these previous generations. He is such a professional cleaning the complete area he is servicing.Who else would go the extra mile to fix a bolt hole.

[@stephendibari5010]

My 2002 Lexus ES300 also has the winter position wipers. i use it every winter and works as designed. Awesome video. Nice to see you clean out the areas from the leaking PS fluid. 99% of the shops just replace the parts and don't care about this. This video reminded me to have my fuel tanks traps checked next spring. Although I had my car undercoated with spray on WoolWax 3 years ago, just needs a look over.

[@jerrychase6638]

I don't know an Avalon from a walnut, but I get entranced by these videos of a true professional, with more knowledge than is seemly, who just quietly and calmly takes situations that would have me (and maybe most of us) using words that would make a sailor blush, and gets it done. There is a Zen saying that the knife of a true butcher never dulls, because he knows exactly where to use that sharp knife to separate parts without dulling the edge. That is the level of skill here. I'll bet the tool truck driver has mixed feelings.

[@alora1105]

I have two Corollas, 2001 and 2002 models. Both have driven 420,000 km and the journey continues and continues...

[@Tahara-Aichi]

Imagine having your 20 year old 1mzfe serviced by one of the best Mr Ahmed.

[@jimmyjohn2293]

I have this car , best car I’ve ever owned …even in Illinois weather it’s held up great hardly any repairs needed!

[@johnsantiago4810]

Out of topic, I would love a collaboration between you and Scotty Kilmer, 2 of the BEST mechanics on earth today. Please make it happen.

[@highrollaXRS]

As a factory worker whom builds the rav4 in cambridge ontario, I enjoyed your commentary. I will say though that the hose clamps that you put on that Avalon are different from the ones we use. I've never seen that red cap that goes over the tabs, very interesting.

[@williamgomez5876]

I own an 03 Avalon 3.0 v6 173k miles runs so smooth. leather interior heated seats and sun roof

[@robbbarnett4978]

I had a used 2001 with 186k miles and the only issue was rear struts will wear out before this mileage and the valve cover gasket will leak and it drips oil on the back side next to firewall unto the exhaust manifold which in return smokes when it gets warmed up and when you stop and park smokes from engine bay. Simple fix to replace valve cover gasket although it's a tight area and the other issue is when you have the valve cover off as in my case I had to replace a knock sensor which had thrown a P Code until it was replaced. After ran great up to reselling it for more than I paid for it with 346k miles. Oil never had to be topped up between oil changes and still shifted like new. Great cars and they only got better as the new model years came out. Goes to show you Kaizen, continuous improvement over time works and consistency equals quality. Build upon what works and don't change things up and never put the cart before the horse or try to be different by changing things up. Quality shouldn't have to be a goal, It should be a way of LIFE. TOYOTA/LEXUS

[@Reaper-3000]

I am striving to have as much patience and resolve like you!

[@urbo42]

Cleaning the oil off that lower cradle exposed the rust which was probably being held at bay by the leaking fluid. You can't stop rust when it starts, but you can slow it down.

[@stoveguy2133]

Bro had one. Long time. Sold it. Gotta upgrade eventually.

[@franzm262]

My parents used to have an 01 Avalon. Thing was awesome hauling all 5 of us around on road trips. Had over 350k miles and was in amazing condition when it was totaled by an idiot in the snow back in 2022.

[@allisonb9072]

I feel the same way about my 2004 Toyota matrix best car in the world. My car is 21 years old and I have had it almost 11 years. Got it from the original owner. The car has been incredible and a huge blessing thank the Lord.❤🎉😊 I still has a lot of the original equipment, not including maintenance items the air conditioner is ice cold and the heat is nice and warm. All of my power equipment still works. And the acceleration is still excellent.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Your Matrix is a very fine car but I can assure you my 2005 Vibe is better.

[@allisonb9072]

@@rightlanehog3151 they are pretty much the same car I test drove a vibe before I bought my matrix. The matrix has better resale value because it’s a Toyota and I like my car better because it’s a better car 😊

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@allisonb9072 We can both agree it is a crying shame the Matrix went out of production. After nearly 20 years of ownership, I am not too concerned about the resale value of my Vibe. I plan on keeping it for another decade .

[@TheRebuilt1]

best thing is you can still get OEM parts from the dealer on these cars. Many not so fortunate in other brands like VW/Audi. Love the simplicity of assembly with clamp and hose indicator you illustrated.

[@Magpie-1111]

I have an 04 Solara, 117k miles. Think it has the same engine. Love it!

[@TedChandler-r1i]

i love your videos, been following a long time, you have taught me well!! i love toyota/ lexus. been driving them for 40+ years!! PLEASE WEAR SAFETY GLASSES! i can't get under a car whithout getting something in my eyes. you have a beautiful shop! keep them coming

[@pep20002425]

I am in the UK and rusty bolts are an everyday occurrence on anything over 3-4 years old, we would be screwed without heat. You don't know how lucky you are........ Enjoying the channel

[@russelallen5342]

When drilling out a broken bolt use a lathe center drill for your first hole. They tend to stay centered on your center punched indent and aren't prone to walk off center like a regular drill bit does.

[@fleetwin1]

What is, and where do you get "lathe center drills"??

[@leeread6757]

My 2005 Camry 2.4 has 226,000 miles on it. Only part to fail was 1 tail light bulb. Runs and looks perfect. I've done all the maintenance myself oil changes, antifreeze, brake pads, serpentine belt.

[@matthewreddick9334]

‘06 Avalon with 270k miles. I remember being amazed at how nice it was when I got it 8 years ago. Now that I finally have a nice paycheck I’m having a hard time justifying the “upgrade” when this thing just refuses to have any issues. When I hit 300k I’m taking it to your shop for an inspection.

[@CharlesSummers-d1v]

We had this exact car and we bought it new. It did have some electrical problems though but other than that, it was fantastic. Back seat leg room was amazing!

[@Shododaan]

Thanks again for another informative video sir. Your time spent with us is much appreciated! Oh and congratulations on passing 1.25 million subscribers =)

[@randyginden3852]

kudos to the camera man...putting us right in the middle of the job!

[@juligrlee556]

I'm very impressed. Nothing is done half assed