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Happy driving!
You bought the car new, and paid for the sealant.
Why not find out what they might be willing to do to make it right, for a start?
THANKS!
Why don't they recall this car instead of brushing it under the rug?
-Mike
:shades:
Wellll. I had a 2003, loved it until I got into an accident. Anyway, the convertible top let in alot of road noise as it got older. Keep taking it in. The mechanics, although good, have a lot of excuses. For example, the top, when opened would stop halfway. Drove me crazy. I was tols that it needed realignment, then I didn't keep my finger on the button right... Be persistent. The only thing I can guarantee you'll have trouble getting is the loaner. I had the same problem. I could only get one when they had the car for more than one day. Next time negotiate that condition and have them put it in writing.
I recently had the same identical problem. Over 3 - 4 days at the dealership, they were able to figure it out. If your interested, I can provide you with the Toyota Cast Number, the dealership that took care of this, and all the details of the repair. Note: The car now drive perfectly!
David
It's been a while since I've posted on here. But, this appears to be best place for information. (2000 SE Solara Coupe.)
I need to replace the O2 sensor on my car. Again. The simple question is how many are there and where are they hiding? The last time I had to do this, I got soaked by the dealer.
The catalytic converter smells to be failing. I don't want to go back to the dealer for this either. Anyone know of a good source for a new unit? I have the stock exhaust on it.
BTW: I've had the same problem with 2000 model wandering/pulling on the road. After comparing this $26k car to a $19k car, I was told I expected too much from the $26k Solara by the regional rep. She was lucky she was a woman.
2002 Solara Coupe
90k Miles on it.
$8,000
The trunk release latch that goes around the gas cover release latch is the only thing thats broken on the car. Everything else is clean, in tact. Can the manual latch be replaced easily?
Pulling can be masked by playing with tire inflation.
I bought my Solara for fuel economy and to save wear and tear on my Tundra.
Thanks for any help, it is no fun to drive right now.
Thanks for sharing any info.
I've been very pleased with the two I have owned and was hoping for another one in a few years.
Apparently, Toyota does not sell enough of them to warrent building it anymore. Don't know for sure, just talk.
I belong to the crowd that misses the Supra, Celica, and Lexus SC300/400 series. I just got rid of my 93 SC300, and I'm missing it already. To me the 93-99 model years were when Toyota really came up with very good designs.
....you're not alone. 127k on a Supra Turbo (until some scrotaglia didn't react and hit me from behind); considered an sc300 with the manual shift but settled for a Solara with V6/5M. No more manual shift Solara sixes.........guess what I now drive? Hint: 6M/VTEC/RON 87.
best, ez..
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
I have a red 2006 SLE V6, my second Solara. I am going to miss that car. Toyota is going to be where Nissan was before the Z, with no coupe in their lineup. Scion has attracted the younger crowd, and Lexus does has the SC430 (which is too expensive for most people). I don't understand why Toyota would exit the midsize coupe market. Honda is continuing with the Accord coupe, and Nissan is coming out with the Altima coupe.
dennismead @ my way.com
I don't know about the Altima coupe, and I've never preferred the Accord. I would get a BMW 380i coupe if I could afford it. What else is there?
Then look for a button to the left of the storage area of the box, but not IN the box.
At least, that's where it is on the 2002.
Hope this helps.
The people at the Tire Rack have suggested two potential replacements:
1. Continental Extreme Contact
2. Firestone Firehawk GT
I wonder if anyone has used either of these as replacements, or have other suggestions.
Also, I had a chip in the paint after 1 week that I had to get repaired. I have several scrathes already and I have been soooo careful since my car is new.
Very disappointed and will not recommend the car! It really looks better than the quality it really is and I found out 1 week too late!
He said that a new Supra was the replacement.
Just saw your post. All I can do is your same trick with the ignition key, pointing the remote back at the trunk. I will run downstairs now in hopes that the other guy;s posting-- about a button in the glove box -- is true.
Thanks.
let me know enctiger@yahoo.com
Thank you
Only problem is I don't have owner's manual and base sound is too loud, I think.
Anybody has an idea how to adjust sound system?
Thanks!!!!
(the knob on the right side)
you'll see the various adjustable items
(treble, bass, balance, fade) come up,
a new one with each push of the knob.
Then twist the same knob to set the desired position.
At least, that's how it is with 2001 Toyota audio.
I feel dumb myself..lol
It's same with 2000 solara
The originals were also Potenzas.
At 54k I replaced them with BRIDGESTONE TURNAZA LS-H and have been VERY VERY happy with them. I now have 92k on the car, so I've driven almost 40k with these new tires and there is plenty of tread left. They are wearing nicely. Of course, I do bring the car in for the 7.5k rotation, so that certainly helps.
Very pleased with them.