Why Japanese Built Cars are the Best Used Cars to Buy

Greg Macke - Your Car Angel - shares why Japanese built cars are the best used cars to buy. Toyota and Honda were producing the most reliable cars in the mid 2000's. Build quality was excellent, together with high quality parts and high quality manufacturing. This was is what is considered the golden age of Japanese build quality. Toyota Rav4, Camry, Corolla, Avalon, 4Runner, Tacoma and Land Cruiser were all nearly bullet proof. However not all Japanese cars were great. There were good years and bad years, good engines and bad engines, good transmissions and bad transmissions. However, overall the Japanese were building the most dependable cars that were being built during that era. American and German car manufacturers could not compete with Japan. Also listed is the Halo and Pitchfork List. These were the best and worst used cars. When car buying you should always get the right support.

[@PlottingMax]

Scotty aproves this video...

[@car1235219]

#savagescotty

[@PlottingMax]

@@car1235219 rev up your reliable japanese solid built car!

[@georgesantos-jt6me]

looks like scotty is 100% right

[@thare2597]

It's actually Scotty without the Ozzy sunglasses.

[@La-yt1wr]

I keep hearing that honda hasn’t been reliable lately

[@ruffynd]

Automatic thumbs up... My dad was old school American who worked for GM in 70s and 80s and literally said things like "no Japanese car will ever be parked in my driveway". We had many American cars growing up and so many ridiculous problems. Then I purchased my first Japanese car, a Toyota Matrix in 2005 and felt terrible, like betrayal, but I got tired of spending extra money on repairs of American cars. Switching to a Japanese car is the best thing I did for my pocketbook. I have never EVER had a problem with my Toyota, and now I'm on my third one.

[@97I30T]

My family always had American cars growing up. They would go into the shop for unexpected repairs for the stupidest reasons. We switched to driving Japanese cars and the unexpected repairs stopped almost immediately. My dad summed it up perfectly. He said "When the Honda or the Subaru go into the shop it's because of preventative maintenance or normal wear and tear, but when my Suburban goes into the shop it's because something is broken on it".

[@clay2889]

Toyota for life. I am a proud Prius owner

[@MeganChic]

Look at the VIN number if it starts with a J it was made in Japan. We have a saying at my shop. “If it starts with a J you’ll be okay.”

[@patrickkerner1471]

First thing I look at when buying one!

[@gwats19577]

My 2010 FJ Cruiser and my 2009 Lexus RX350 were Japan built.....bulletproof!!!!

[@bigvee401]

bleedsoej101, that's a dumb one

[@bullbear3345]

@@gwats19577 You are 100% correct. My 2010 lexus rx350, made in usa, it has a lot of problem, unbelievable

[@satyampatel491]

Unless it's a mitsubishi

[@triggerhappy522]

My sister drove a toyota for a long time , and HOLY SHIT! that car refused to die !

[@salishaho3194]

I am pretty sure only the 70 years old men were looking at her.

[@triggerhappy522]

@@salishaho3194 my sister got pregnant 3 times from 3 different men she knew and married in less than a year. she is now a saggy 46 year old woman who is alone and unhappy.

[@logic_tonic9929]

@@triggerhappy522 God bless her heart

[@Ken-lk9du]

Wtf is this comment thread

[@JalalKhan-oo9ez]

and how about yourself how are you keeping...

[@larrynunnery7914]

Rev up your Toyotas! ...no wait wrong channel.... (dont forget the manuel transmission.)

[@virenvs905]

Don't you mean: standard transmission?

[@larrynunnery7914]

@@virenvs905 Tamato - Tomoto, same thing,,lol

[@asbel65]

@@caveatlector2671 That was Funny Bro.

[@MrHuck]

Scotty Kilmer approved.

[@pikiwiki]

Oh! You know my friend Manuel!

[@tonypasby8287]

400,000 miles on a 20 year old Lexus... Unbelievable quality!!!

[@salishaho3194]

Who would need a car for that long?especially when those cars are already ugly looking since they leave the factory.

[@EbilEnemyofBurgerTown]

@@salishaho3194 Way more better than those goofy American GM plastic crap. Besides the Toyota FJ was discontinued and heck, those things kept their value and sometimes increased in value. GM rust buckets literally lose half of their value the second it comes off the lot.

[@coreaccount4376]

@@salishaho3194 It just feels good knowing you have something better, even if you never drive it at all.

[@salishaho3194]

@@EbilEnemyofBurgerTown you know nothing about cars. All you can see is mpg only. You have to be an engineer to understand that those junks made in Asia are not safe to drive in American roads. Wait till you get involved in a crash,you may not make it alive.

[@paulm2467]

@@salishaho3194you haven’t a clue, the safest cars on the road are Japanese, Mazda , Toyota and Honda are the best engineered cars in the world and Mazda are the safest according to the European tests. US cars are junk, built down to a price using the cheapest materials they can get away with and especially from this era in the 2000’s they were extremely dangerous with poor suspension and handling the norm. GM were the worst, absolutely dreadful cars that were badly designed and then badly made in plants where speed of production and cheapness of components was all that mattered.

[@daveybernard1056]

Credit where credit is due. Toyota absolutely did something right.

[@therobinmasterstheory1636]

Amen brother.. gonna get me one. :)

[@the.malinski]

I worked for Chrysler and the people who make those cars don't even like them!

[@craigt9415]

It shows!

[@toyoscio]

As long as they get paid, why really care?

[@rayjenkins2754]

When I was 17 & lived in Southfield Mich. I found out that Chrysler was designing alternators to fail shortly after the warranty had expired ! I also knew I had relatives who had new cars sitting on blocks - broke-down - in their drive ways while they were making payments on them !

[@hightower6645]

I'm not surprised. I drove a Dodge Grand Caravan one time as rental. It was only a couple years old with no more than 30k miles. It ran like a twenty year old vehicle. It was the worst vehicle I've ever driven! I'm so glad that the one I own is a Toyota.

[@wutevarr4028]

I laugh at the idiots ripping around in their newer chargers, thinking they're the shit....until they break down and realize they're the stupid shit for buying one.

[@seikocitizenwatches]

All of my Toyota and Lexus vehicle’s still drive flawlessly like new after over 100k Miles

[@johngoe420]

Same here. I have an old 2 litre Lexus. Small engine. 249 thousand miles and just normal maintenance. Mechanic says it will last another 100 thousand without serious costs

[@jdmguy44]

This guy is so right. I'll stick with the Japanese.

[@Rumblefan]

Keep in mind not all Japanese cars are going to be reliable though. My WRX is quite the money pit.

[@allgoo1964]

@@FairScale-tx1qv says: "Enjoy the fukushima food at the olympics next year. Buy American you Idiot!" == Oh, my... Let me guess. You have a Japanese mother in law?

[@Aldo-fj7ep]

just buy toyota

[@LinksRoyal]

@@FairScale-tx1qv American people who lived through that time are happy with what they have done to Make Japan ( and japan to make itself ) what it is now. You spit on their Sacrifice.

[@ortizdom1962]

@@FairScale-tx1qv ok my next car will be a Ford made in Mexico,or Canada,from a dealer in New Jersey

[@hazwell6811]

I have 270,000 miles on my 98 Camry. I've only ever changed the oil, air filter, etc. Very basic maintenance.

[@payamyazdi7672]

Hazwell original timing belt?

[@ralanham76]

He’s been towing it behind a Truck

[@asfandasadiq4634]

What about transmission fluid, fuel filter etc ?

[@marshallforeman2051]

BS

[@vasilileung2204]

I purchase a 98 Camry 3 years ago 200,000kms. Since then I’ve changed timing belt, spark plugs, rear suspension. Now the radiator leaks and I top it up with water every time I drive.

[@mishagreen1]

I’m not on a market for a used car, but I never skip Greg’s uploads. There is so much worldly wisdom in them and simply very satisfying to watch. 🙏🏼 Greg. Please keep on educating us.

[@U2WB]

Simple answer - Japanese cars are the best. Period.

[@joskjj3625]

Only Toyota and Mazda products are good Nissan, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, subaru, and isuzu are Japanese but they make unreliable junk cars Edit:Honda isn’t what it used to be like, they have been sitting on there laurels and past reputation and their quality and reliability isn’t that good anymore compared to *OLD* Honda

[@cookiescreamicecream5976]

Subaru makes good cars

[@Yanbrymenocu]

@@joskjj3625 i don't agree what you said because I have 2007 Nissan versa hatchback s its 184k miles now my transmission system is still good maybe the people who owns those cars you said that's not good is doesn't know how to maintain it i am Japanese car lover

[@joskjj3625]

Cookies & Cream Ice Cream you know what you’re right I was being to mean to Subaru, Subaru is good aswell, they have improved

[@joskjj3625]

bryan ocumen if people didn’t take care of there vehicles I would completely agree with you but this is people who take care of there vehicles all the time and never skip or be late on maintenance yet they still break down on them, Plus only 184,000 miles? Big deal I know Toyota’s that have over 280,000 and they still run like new

[@ruleroftheundersky570]

I own an all original 2000 Lexus GS300 which has 200,XXX miles on it, and it still drives/feels like a new car. It has also aged very well. I'm proud to be the 5th owner of the car. The previous owners obviously took care of the car, and I plan to continue this for as long as I can.

[@maxwellcrazycat9204]

After 32 years of being an auto mechanic at 1 Buick and 2 Chevrolet dealerships I bought a new Tacoma. And I love it. I would consider buying another one. I got out of auto repair because I was fed up with GM, the dealerships and insurance companies always having their hands in my pockets.

[@salishaho3194]

Japanese cars are made for cheap ass people like you who don't appreciate the power,beauty and the safety.

[@EbilEnemyofBurgerTown]

@@salishaho3194 GM American cars look the same nowadays. If I wanted beauty, I would buy an LC500. And by the way, Japanese cars are not cheap. They literally kept their value, sometimes even increase in value. American cars, however, lose their value after a few years. Sorry mate, not sure what planet you're from but nothing you said makes an ounce of sense. Lol. Check your facts before you try to reenter the adult chat room.

[@michaelkhung6755]

Japanese car manufacturers knows and cares the materials to be use on each particular area of the entire car.

[@alexsmall6850]

I live in the UK, when someone asks me to help find them a small, cheap car, my first choice is always a Toyota Yaris...

[@alexsmall6850]

And I drive an old Suzuki Vitara and MK2 MX5...

[@johnoldman1577]

so long as it hasn't got the CVT trans in it.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@alexsmall6850 The Yaris is a top pick but you should recommend a British-built Auris, Avensis or Corolla .

[@alexsmall6850]

@@rightlanehog3151, I live in the far Southwest. here there are far fewer of the bigger cars, but lots of Yaris's also most people down here looking for a cheap car, tend to go for a smaller one. They are all good cars, but we are one of the poorest areas of the UK and this is reflected in bangeromics. Thank you for your comment.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@alexsmall6850 I am just trying to save what's left of the British car industry. At least the engines for the Yaris are made in Wales.

[@jerryryan36]

That's why I own my 90 300zx Twin Turbo & 2013 Toyota Tundra, both are still running super STRONG!!!!😎

[@markymark560]

I have driven a Toyota Camry 2.2 1998 since 2006 and it is an amazing car. I do nearly all the repairs as it is so easy to fix. I have only done 150000 so its basically still running in. The paint work is also excellent like the paint was better in 98. It has never let me down and always starts.

[@Anisvit]

I live in coldest capital city in the world. In my city everyone drives a toyota because only Toyota could stay this type of harsh condition

[@soro31337]

I'm very curious about the coldest capital city... Where is that?

[@Anisvit]

@@soro31337 i live in Ulaanbaatar winter weather gets well below -40 celsius imagine trying to turn on ur car morning in -40C only toyota could start below -40C Rest of the car owners look pathetic when they try to turn on the car in such condition. I have watched documentary there some japanese engineers arrived at Ulaanbaatar to see the condition and even they surprised and proud of there products

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@Anisvit Ottawa says it is the coldest capital city.

[@aliendroneservices6621]

From Google: "Ulan Bator, the capital of Mongolia, is on average the coldest capital city in the world, according to World Atlas."

[@gabrielmerza6904]

I love my 2006 Avalon with 217k miles still running like a champ

[@joelee7802]

Gaby Merza have you replaced any thing yet?

[@gabrielmerza6904]

Joe Lee I need to replace the struts mount and that all what I have to do

[@wholeNwon]

That's almost new!

[@ChristopheZ]

I bought a 1999 Mazda Protege 1.6 4cyl engine in 2002 ( with 37000 miles on it)..I sold it in 2016 with 310000 miles on it!!!! original engine, original transmission..and the seats still looked "new"!!!,

[@TENNSUMITSUMA]

why sell it then?

[@xenongames7533]

How are Mazda's in the past 20 years (as new as 2018) with standard transmissions are they reliable ?

[@umbreon12444]

@@xenongames7533 depends on engine and transmission, the 2.0L 4cyl they commonly use is bulletproof, most I've seen are past 300,000km even with automatic trans, but the 2.0 with a manual is very reliable in my opinion and from what ive heard. I bought an 08 mazda 3 2.0l 5spd manual 3 years ago and have only changed oil, runs like a clock and handles incredibly well for the price

[@eastcoastdouchebag7105]

Totally agree! I used to own a Protegé5, bought it for $900 and it had 200,000 km’s on it. I put 30k on it in under a year. Held up just fine! The only thing I didn’t like about it is that it corroded like a ship wreck

[@ChristopheZ]

@Tennsumitsuma because I bought a 1993 MErcedes 400E ( W124) which I always wanted...LOL ...I will also sell it this year, to buy a Honda Element :) ;)

[@kwangnam9993]

Your channel is becoming one of my favorites! Keep up the great work, Greg!!

[@tchambers7096]

I stumbled across your channel a while ago, and the more videos that I watch, the more impressed I am - you are a car genius. I've always thought that I have a pretty good eye as far as what to look for in buying a used car, but you have me beat by a mile. Thank you very much for sharing your extensive knowledge and experience with us. The next time I'm in the market for a car (it'll be a while, we own Toyotas...!), I'll definitely be "going to school" via your website.

[@dyardsale5475]

Greg thank you for what you do! I watch many car related videos from topics like repairs to buying advice. There are several good channels out there. They are made by auto mechanics. They mainly talk about repairs, but they also give good car buying advice. Because you specialize in buying used cars (and they specialize in fixing cars) you give an extra special insight into the car buying process. The way you talk about looking for highway miles vs city miles, panel gaps, and revealing accidents is just brilliant. People like Scotty Kilmer and Chris Fix have millions of followers and they are good, but Greg Macke The Car Angel has an extra special touch for car buyers. You should have more followers. Thanks again, you made a difference.

[@stephenlacher5460]

"Why Japanese cars are the best used cars to buy"...same reasons that make them some of the best 'new' cars to buy.

[@nerychristian]

Japanese cars look ugly though. Especially the hondas

[@SSchithFoo]

@@nerychristian No.

[@nerychristian]

@Shuffle3956 And you must be one of those guys who drives a Prius with 18 inch wheels and blacked out taillights, and thinks his car looks bad ass.

[@EbilEnemyofBurgerTown]

@@nerychristian We're talking about sports cars, like the Supra, Skyline, and RX7's.

[@toyokawashigako1643]

they are the best

[@raymondsiu]

I have 15 years old Honda Odyssey, totally agree, the Van still running strong.

[@ZyshanAziz]

Such an authentic and simple way to explain the point without any BS This is amazing 👍🏻

[@tronaboron2064]

Still driving a 30 yr old Yota, been a great vehicle, no complaints!🍻

[@independent2368]

I just bought a 22 Corolla on Tuesday, and was pleasantly surprised to see that it was built in Japan. I read that under 30% of them are imported to the states, so they are rare to find here and plan on keeping it for several years

[@shanepatrick641]

If it’s a manual you’d be able to keep it even longer! 😃

[@stevep5736]

Thanks Greg ! Awesome video.

[@lexiethompson3269]

Your videos have helped me pick my top choices for a new car! Going to test drive a couple today. Thank you!

[@aap34798]

my dad bought a Toyota Tercel back in 1981 and the original battery lasted 9 years. that car was better than all the other cars in the neighborhood and people insulted the car because it was not American, yet it always started when theirs did not, so that made things worse for their feelings.

[@moneyseeker8886]

That’s how it is when you live in a white neighborhood

[@buryato_banderovets]

In which city did he live? That's hilarious 🤣

[@songkok7hitam]

Good video as always.

[@Millermacs]

3:22 This is a really great point, I have an 04 Honda Civic Si and I've hit a tree and a curb on separate occasions going around 15 mph, and my bumper has taken no damage. No dents or cracks, only the paint has been scratched. Great video.

[@yvorfalcon3025]

Thanks for the video Scotty

[@kapilingle8602]

That's true. Really good research presented.

[@1beck2en3ham]

For the new cars, BMW always get compliments from journalists. For the old cars, TOYOTA always get compliments from journalists. I have both.

[@titussamuel8649]

Car angel your video are so so educating, informative and unbiased. Pls keep it up. More so, I have been refreshing ur site for newer videos. Pls we wanna see more videos

[@davidk4682]

Excellent job. Thank you.

[@kazikkozakiewicz9983]

I had 4 Hondas, including two used ones, and two brand new ones. They were all made in USA. No problems whatsoever.

[@bluebearbank247]

I've preferred and had Ford, GM, and Chrysler in my life. When gas price shot up (remember the $4~5 a gallon?) I bought a Toyota Yaris, strongly recommended by my then living together girlfriend. It's been more than 10yrs. My Yaris has 245k+ miles on it. Original engine, original transmission, and original clutch! Never ever had a problem. Of course, original starter, original water pump, etc. Also, he is right, the interior holds up very well, and make my passenger surprised how old/many miles this car has.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Your 'car biography' is very similar to mine. If the Detroit 3 had been half as loyal to consumers as we were to them, they would still be called The Big 3. After decades of heartbreak, I split the difference and ended up with a Pontiac Vibe made with Toyota parts. It has been utterly reliable for 14 years. FYI all Yaris models sold here will soon be re-badged Mazdas.

[@bobstermcm1]

I have a 2010 Yaris that was made in Japan. Has only needed a brake job! I have read that they are one of Toyota's most reliable models!

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@bobstermcm1 If I was buying a Yaris I would definitely want one made by Toyota rather than Mazda.

[@user-ix3yh8yt7r]

I'll never buy an American car.

[@typhoontim125]

Excellent video, talks so much sense. New subscriber!

[@shaheryar_iqbal]

Hey Greg love your work please put out more videos like these on second hand vehicles find them really useful, kudos to you. Respect from Pakistan

[@FiredEmpire]

My father's 2001 Lexus LS430 is legendary and still rides on the original air suspension system with no sign of going faulty, not to mention along with all the other complex components in that almost 20 yo car, whereas the air suspension of my 2015 A4, yep I said 2 0 1 5, completely fell apart after only two years of ownership. And you know what, they say even Audi is statistically on the reliable and better built side among other European auto brands. Also, the Lexus feels much smoother to drive than the shiny brand new Audi did, to begin with. I can confirm Toyota/ Lexus are by far the best carmaker in the world.

[@NMEofdaST8]

Thats brutal! the air suspension was under warranty though for the A4 right?? I would sell it after warranty ends. Have a 2005 Audi A6 3.2L Quattro myself

[@kubanskiloewe]

after over 20 years of driving our own brands AUDI/VW i had a chance to drive a 10 year old LEXUS Hybrid with lots of km on it. after half an hour it was mine and never looked back since ! also with airsuspension.

[@NMEofdaST8]

@@kubanskiloewe oh wow how long have you had the Lexus now?

[@on-site4094]

kubanskiloewe I agree with the Lexus Toyota brand I’m just scared of the hybrid batteries I keep my cars for a long time

[@rayjenkins2754]

I agree completely. I owned a motorcycle service shop for 40 yrs & only worked on Japanese - Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki & Yamaha - because they were reliably built. Due to their quality I felt that I would consistently come up with good results when repairing them. I have a 2007 Rav-4 V6 that was built in Japan & at 77 k miles - no issues - I plan on having it for a long time. Also have a Toyota T-100 '96 V6 truck with 139 k miles that was 100 % built in Japan. Was recently told by a mechanic that the T-100 is built like a 'solid truck' - not like a less durable car with a truck bed attached. At a 100 k miles needed to put in a new ignition switch - otherwise it's been trouble free. I get 17 mpg when pulling our RV trailer & it has no problems with going uphill. Enjoyed your video.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Take good care of that V6 RAV4, one day people will realize how special they were.

[@rayjenkins2754]

@@rightlanehog3151 The 1st T-100s , for 4 years, were made in Japan. Toyota was being leaned on by American execs to build big V8 trucks for the US Toyota dealers to sell. Not being experienced with big trucks, they turned to a co in Japan that built commercial vehicles : buses, transport trucks, tractors, ect, who then made a smaller V6 T-100. Built very durable ! After 2 or 3 years they made the larger V6 which I have. When Toyota moved to America to make trucks they made the Tacoma. The T-100 was discontinued. On a vehicles vin #, if it starts with a ' J ' , this says the car or truck was made in Japan.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@rayjenkins2754 I stand corrected.

[@gwats19577]

I just bought a 2007 Avalon, 195,000 miles.... drives like it's brand new.........

[@TheDeeharper5]

I have 07 Avalon 167000 had it 6yrs and only changed rear stuts and battery!

[@wholeNwon]

@@TheDeeharper5 Weak struts?

[@wholeNwon]

@Castle Bravo But just the rear? I'm probably one of those but I do the bounce test occasionally. My LS400 is 21 yo now and still passes the "test".

[@on-site4094]

wholeNwon I own an is350 but Ls line is top luxury and reliability I’ll move up one day 👍

[@kiabuineric3095]

Thank u for ur encouragement Sir

[@carsonkirkconnell1979]

where's Scotty? I was expecting him to pop out the trunk.

[@BREDSCorolla]

Maybe hes out driving his celica 😂

[@MrKuhistani]

absolutely spot on, an impartial review !!

[@arturasstatkus8613]

Thank You,Great Job👍

[@LAC32Griffin]

Thanks Chris!

[@greenbox2149]

Toyotas are bulletproof. Other Japanese manufacturers are good and reliable as well but not on the same level as Toyota.

[@rightlanehog3151]

True.

[@twinsparkalfaromeo6877]

Honda

[@rk22cc]

no not as much Honda, but still better than the BIG 3

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@rk22cc They aren't really the Big 3 anymore now they are just the Detroit 3.

[@baddestburrito4718]

You want reliable? Get a Toyota. Are you willing to sacrifice a LITTLE of that reliability, to get a much more thrilling driving experience? Buy a Honda. I bought both.

[@milehighac2738]

I sold my Subaru 2002 with 150000 miles recently. It still drove great.

[@walkersmith2791]

I agree. I live in Siberia. Used cars from Japan can start when its -35 degrees farenheit. And russian cars can't do that. Every little detail can be replaced, so you will not spend a lot of money maintaining it.

[@PlottingMax]

Here in Mexico UAZ has started to buy suvs and they look reliable and solid built, would you recomend a UAZ?

[@milesanhour]

I live in northern Canada. We had minus 39 celcius overnight recently. I had 0w-20 in my 2009 Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Matrix 2.4L 4 cylinder. I forgot to plug in my car that night. In the morning it started effortlessly and the transmission shifted perfectly. I could not believe it. What a car for cold climates. The owner's manual says you can use 0w-20. Works like a miracle. I won't buy any other car until I have two Toyota's in the driveway first.

[@walkersmith2791]

@@PlottingMax They are popular in Russia because they really can go through any dirt road. Government buys them a lot. But all the people who can afford foreign car will buy a foreign car.

[@Whateva67]

I’m working in northern British Columbia and I drive a 92 Civic Si hatch with 433 thousand kms on it,it starts right up even when it was -42 Celsius the other week,no block heater or nothing,almost all of our brand new 2019 pickups wouldn’t start at all. My car is all original,just did a timing belt and water pump on it 5 thousand kms ago so it should be good for another decade 🚗

[@mkshn111]

Thank God it wasn’t the Japanese at Stalingrad

[@kari9856]

So true. I have -04 Rav4 with 305.000kms. Only standard maintenance so far. Replaced rear brake discs and pads and new shocks after 270.000km as well as front part of the exhaustion pipe. Electrics, transmission, wheel bearings, locks, interior, all work smoothly.

[@trajanaugustus8783]

Love my 2004 RAV4 German Spec's. 200k and running strong. She will be heading to Austria for another road/snow trip. Can't beat the older RAV4's 4wd abilities in the snow.

[@YourCarAngel]

I've been to Vienna 25 times. I love that country...and the food!

[@krisheldon6540]

On my way to buy a 99 4runner limited in Calgary Alberta Canada

[@raminnazari6246]

Kris Sheldon I just sold a 99 4Runner with 340 thousand KMS in calgary couple weeks ago in great shape 2nd owner.

[@dbarton8651]

My 98 t4r has 320k miles and still runs perfectly!! So yeah, do it!

[@gregbow1987]

I have a 99 4 Runner myself and trust me u won't be disappointed

[@loneelephant8430]

Ayeee Calgary

[@smcintosh8792]

Excellent video!

[@richardcheatham9490]

These are wonderful videos you're making. There's a mechanic named Scotty whose videos appeal to me too and that your assessment and his agree tells me what the informed choice will be here. Thanks.

[@barrydraper]

There's no arguing the longevity of Toyota / Lexus. Nissan turned to JUNK as of March 1999, with the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Now that the French are calling the shots, their JATCO automatic transmissions (especially their CVTs) are junk, their engines no longer last, their build quality is crap. Honda is still pretty good, except for several of their automatic transmissions that proved to be junk.

[@CarolinaCarVideos]

Barry I could not agree with you more about this statement of Nissan turning to junk after 1999. Currently I work for a used car store that sells older Nissan's, Toyotas, Honda's etc. Nissan has been the worst brand of cars for me to buy at the auctions, but for some reason people love coming in to buy them even tho I personally think they are junk as well lol.

[@Agent.K.]

Barry Draper It depends what model you’re talking about. Patrols are pretty solid. Yes interior isn’t Toyota quality and wears out after couple of years but engine and transmission are good.

[@Ed-lz4jv]

yeah, I god a friend with a Nissan Pathfinder, Plastic POS, he totally regrets buying it....I would never even Look at any Nissan product these days..amazes me people are so brand loyal no matter how bad it gets.

[@stargellblackstar3968]

The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Highlander. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18V211000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Price Toyota (168 N dupont hwy, new castle, de 19720, [phone]) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

[@mmz77]

Ok Scotty

[@Robert8455]

I agree with what you said. I've owned a 2005 Camry, 2006 Tundra and 2007 4 Runner and all have been rock solid. I still have the Tundra and 4 Runner too.

[@eltee_916]

Great video

[@arvee9657]

Great info!

[@fortteen2636]

97' civic hatch 255k takes a lickin' and keeps on tickin'.

[@cmdrnachoman5864]

Sounds like you might need some more oil. (Sarcasm)

[@officialcheetahhopperz1]

My 03 Avalon with 193,000 miles is proof enough for me. Well done Greg!

[@josburd6429]

Great video thanks Can you do a video on Toyota Venza

[@calimilk1113]

Great Video!!!!

[@draxus1266]

Subbed! Scotty's fan here..

[@user-lw7rp4eb3k]

My dad bought a 2017 used Carmy SE 2.5 L. I'm impressed. After my Chrysler is paid off in 49 months I'm going to Toyota myself. I really like the Camrys!!!

[@Noeman2009]

I always buy Toyota. They last longer. The last time I sold my Toyota sedan after I had it for 9-10 years still like new (190K Km).

[@securemaple3703]

Hi Greg, absolutely love your videos 👍 please keep up the good work 👏 looking forward to land cruiser video! Will really appreciate if you could please comment on lexus hybrid like RX400H RX450H and common issues / reliability. Do these also come under bulletproof category or quality seems to have gone down a bit since 2009? Many thanks in advance 🤞

[@16B9]

Great video. That's why I've owned Toyotas for decades.

[@soufyenbouzakher1766]

I live in southern Tunisia which is desert condition high temperature with sandy wind and bad tracks ,only TOYOTA cars last long time without breakdown 😎

[@user-et2gd9ei7m]

نفس الشي في صحراء الجزائر الكل يمتلك سيارات تويوتا أو نيسان

[@nezarl8374]

تعالو لليبيا وتو تشوفو التيوتا

[@jayjayjay4788]

حي الله اخواننا واحبائنا التونسيين والجزائريين واليبيين وفعلا التويوتا افضل السيارات وهي الاكثر انتشارا هنا في الجزيرة العربية تستحمل الاجواء الصعبة وتعيش لسنوات طويلة والله يحفظكم ويحفظ الجميع

[@itsallrobbish]

Toyota is king in the Middle East!

[@Adam-jr8ns]

jahash

[@805NAVE]

This is why I’ve always ALWAYS bought used Toyota’s and Lexus! I have so many it’s embarrassing, 1993 Lexus SC400, 2004 Toyota solara coupe, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2006 Lexus ES330, 2006 Lexus SC430, 2007 Lexus es350, 2008 Lexus LS460!

[@scubbarookie]

Time and time again, your right about lasting quality, coupled with reliablity. The Japanese market raised the bar that made other auto makers step up, or step out! Thank you for you advice and efforts. 👍

[@fishbasslover]

I have the exact same 2004 Toyota Rav4 for 15 years. it is 170K now. Other than regular oil change, breaks, wipers, battery, belts, bulbs, I did two transmission fluid change, The only thing that I need "Repair" is the driver side door lock actuator. and I did that by myself and the part cost $15. It is going to need another $75 Evap sensor soon. So the total repair cost for 15 years is $90 dollors. This is so amazing! long live my Rav4!

[@rightlanehog3151]

I hope you don't live in a place where rust can ruin the body while the mechanical components are still strong.

[@lesleetrotter5117]

we have owned our 80 series Landcruiser 1HDT Diesel for 28 years in Australia and have only replaced the clutch . We go to remote areas and it always brings us home . Waiting for the new Landcruiser 300 to be built but will be keeping the 80

[@MrUnbelievableAbs]

Just bought a 2010 RX450h with 150k mils built in Japan. So far it's complimenting my 2004 RX330 with 140k miles I bought 2 years ago for my wife very well. Thanks for the advice Greg!

[@securemaple3703]

Are hybrid not prone to more issues? Complicated to repair? Need expensive trained specialist? Have failed battery?

[@abdelrahimmohammed1814]

My '09 Camry (6th Generation Camrys had their manufacturing moved to Kentucky) has defective piston rings yet still runs strong at 160k!

[@JazzzRockFuzion]

Grew up in a MOPAR household; got my first Toyota (‘92 Corolla 5-speed wagon) in 2005, after totaling my ‘91 Dodge Spirit on icy roads. 18 years later, and I’ve driven nothing but Japanese cars since - Toyotas & Hondas that made it to 250K+ miles before selling, trouble free.

[@rostrust8043]

Toyota the most reliable brand!..they build it like for last forever!!..but the most important thing why toyota is reliable its because the maintenance is very minimal and easy to find parts anywhere..😁

[@subhashrupasinghe1776]

I can assure you statement! I am currently using Corolla CE110 (Diesel), 1997 manufacturered. That is pretty bullet proof car

[@socarboy]

Another great barometer of "is this a reliable vehicle" is to go to sites like Edmunds and read the car reviews submitted for that year, make & model. Put in a 10 year old vehicle (i.e. 2009 Camry) and then filter the reviews to see "most recent". It is there usually to find other peoples' problems they had with that model. Good video with a lot of useful information there is so much for Joe Public Consumer to use to check out a used car, unfortunately on a small fraction of people use those tools that they have at their disposal.

[@wtrdogg20]

I have a 1st Gen Honda CR-V 2000... That vehicle is simply comfortable and amazingly functional and reliable! Just some required repairs as its previous owner gave it bad life, but now it is getting back to its glory!

[@banstaman]

The main reason why Toyotas-in particular are so well made is actually surprising. Toyota doesn't necessarily make cars, they make people. These people are able to make cars very well even if they're using machines to do it.

[@wholeNwon]

Quality engineering; quality parts.

[@Chinunit22]

Even Japanese American cars like Honda and Acura that built in Ohio are very reliable and strong vehicle with basic maintenance

[@MontyGumby]

still not good enough for me. Don't trust those burger-scarfing country hicks. one detail about discipline: they often don't wear hats & uniforms, unlike their Jpn counterparts - but wear whatever the fuck they want, t-shirts & jeans & shit. VIN must start with "J".....

[@jt8280]

@@MontyGumby So true !

[@EbilEnemyofBurgerTown]

@@MontyGumby I don't see how a uniform affects performance. It's just an aestethic. I would be more concerned about the work quality than a few uniforms.

[@MontyGumby]

@@EbilEnemyofBurgerTown It's the MENTALITY. it's subtle but it is what it is. don't know how to make you understand.

[@waderivers3304]

I have a Camry, it is a 2004, and has 478 k, still running, 32 miles a gallon, great air and radio.

[@clay2889]

I agree 100%. The Japanese craftsmanship / attention to detail is unlike any other in the world. They truly care about their products and it shows with great cars.

[@Droopy578]

You hit the nail on the head ! I only like to go with used Toyota products for personal cars. Reliable as heck, little maintenance required.

[@hunyango2k]

Got a 2004 honda civic hatchback... 100k mileage and still runs perfectly.

[@themask706]

I had a 79 datsun stanza for 30 years. It stoped twice in that time. Flat battery and cracked coil. Brilliant car.

[@drg111yt]

Thanks - I plan to buy a 2000s Toyota in the next year.

[@marlinmr7]

Great video Greg! This is long term strategy/thinking of the Japenese manufacturers vs. the short term thinking of domestic/big three is another way to look @ it too. As far as why the mid 2000's are so good is because a lot less non-needed electronic "goo" on them back then vs. today's new stuff is my thought. The big three are always way to focused on @ best this quarter's performance and stock price as well as executive bonus/salary programs more than anything else. The amercan consumer is also to focused on "show and tell" vs. buying something that will last a long time with minimal maintenance/good gas mileage/ "common sense" as I witnessed last weekend @ local car dealership where I watched more than once someone sign their name to payments of $787/month for 10 years/decade for 3/4 ton RAM wiht 6.4 Hemi in it that cannot even achieve 20MPG. Very good video - thank you! :-)

[@Mauser1965]

Most people who buy a 3/4 truck is not for economy, but the rated towing capability and they generally are owned for a very longtime. I wouldn't want anything less than a 3/4 ton should I want to safely tow a RV or a number of horses for example. Farms in my area have even larger work trucks than the 3/4's. In humor, I don't recall ever seeing a Camry towing a trailer with a couple of horses. ;) Cheers

[@marlinmr7]

I disagree as I know lots of folks who have purchased a 3/4 ton truck or similar who did not need a 3/4 ton for anything other than to "keep up with Jones" so to speak and they could not afford it but had to have it and why? Because everyone else has one and for no other reason. I have a 1 ton truck - older and long paid for that gets used maybe a dozen times a year but no way would I use that for regular commuting as to hard on gas and I do not need a 1 ton truck to go to Wal-Mart/Work/Church or otherwise - especially when I own a car that costs 1/3 @ best on a per mile basis to do the same. @@Mauser1965 www.cnn.com/2019/02/13/business/delinquent-car-loans/index.html One of many articles about where things are going when folks spend more than they need to for transportation just to get to work, church, shopping, etc. - just to "keep up with the Jones" or "because everyone else is" i.e. "the herd theory. My youngest sister has around 40 or so horses so I am well up on what is required to transport them around but her and her husband keep it to a minimal as it gets very expensive very quickly.

[@mommak4131]

My 2003 Lx470 is still humming along with just regular maintenance! 200,800 miles and it rides like butter! Love my Lexus ❤️

[@rightlanehog3151]

Best of the best.

[@stendecstretcher5678]

I own a 98 Corolla with only 78,000 ks from new. Still looks drives and feels great. still feeling it.

[@THE-xp3hp]

My first car was a red 7th gen celica with a 1ZZ FEE engine and manual. The most fun Ive had in any car was that car made in Kanto Japan. I genuinely loved that car with all my heart but had to sell because it was a two seater. It will always be a part of me till the day I die.

[@Phrancis5]

I'm still daily driving (hard) a 1997 Honda Prelude type SH - still running on all factory original parts (except consumables), with no major repairs, and Vtec and torque vectoring still working fine. It's not fast by today's standards, but still peppy and fun in the corners.

[@rightlanehog3151]

What do you think of Honda bolting a turbo to their new engines?

[@Phrancis5]

@@rightlanehog3151 My wife has a new DI turbo AWD CVT honda too. It's fine. Good power and mpgs, but probably will require more maintenance in the long run.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@Phrancis5 Only time will tell.

[@Phrancis5]

@@rightlanehog3151 Ask me again in 10-20 yrs!

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@Phrancis5 You got it.

[@chrsn]

Great vid, Greg. I bought an Acura back in 2006 and am still driving it, though I agree about Honda cars having weak transmissions.

[@vignesh7989]

In my household, we proudly own three Japan built cars: 2007 Toyota Camry, 2015 Lexus ES350 and 2019 Nissan Rogue

[@farukatasever2933]

Bravo.I totally agree.