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Also, I would like to reiterate the question concerning leasing. Can anyone share what sort of lease pricing they have secured and if so, on what trim level? Thanks
Mackabee, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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P.S. I wonder where cliffy1 is also. He is a very good friend of mine. We've been around Edmunds for a long time. I'll call his store tomorrow and find out. I hope he's ok.
I think that the designers and engineering people really missed many features. Isn't this car the fastest designed and engineered car Toyota has done? Now I can tell they were in a time-crunch.
Marvin my real name or Just Me : )
Please see my earlier posts #1607 & 1608. This morning, I took a picture of the audio controls in my Limited to show you that with the JBL Synthesis Audio system, the XM Radio button is already integrated into the controls. All the dealer had to do was install the XM Receiver inside the trunk and the XM antenna on the outside of the trunk. The receiver is hidden in the trunk on the passenger side under the trunk lining, so it is not visible. The XM antenna was initially installed on the outside of the trunk lid, on the passenger side, which I did not like when I took delivery. I had the dealer move it to the center rear of the trunk lid, by the back window, so there was more symmetry. Here are the pictures:
Interior Audio Controls:
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XM Antenna Initial Install Location by Dealer:
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XM Antenna Install Location After Relocation:
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The explanation that I received from my dealer when I made the deal was that in order for them to install the XM Radio, it required the JBL Systhesis Audio System since it was already wired and configured to accept the XM Radio. The owners manual shows 3 different audio systems, Type 1, 2, and 3. Types 1 & 2 do not have the SAT (Satellite) button. If you purchased an Avalon without the JBL Systhesis Audio System (Type 3), my guess is that you would have to take it to an after market installer that would have to add additional controls on the dash, or some place else. Maybe mackabee can provide further clarification
I hope this helps.
I have been completely satisfied so far with my new Limited. IMHO, I believe it is incrementally better than my 2001 in most every way.
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One of my hot buttons is noise level. I like dead silence and have used several methods that help on any car or thtruck
?? Can the laminated windshield on the Limited be used as a REPLACEMENT on the XLS??????? although it is at little early they should be avavailableow or soon....I don't mind paying for the change out if it realy Helps ????
One trick that works well is to use 2 layers of very thin CORK underneath the Thickest matts U can find.
Same goes for trunk cargo matt and even underneath
the insulation under the hood
Vibrations and sound transmission are the enemy.
Don't remember if the 05 has thicker windows but this is a big help if has or can be replaced.
Not Crazy just like dead silence.
Thank you for your information on the subject.
Thanks again.
Now to get down to business. First off, I have driven the 2005 Toyota Avalon and I Love it. Yes, it could be a little quieter and I'm not so crazy about the plastic panel covering the radio but overall I think it is definitely a big improvement over the previous generation Avalon which was just plain hideous!!! I currently have a 1996 Avalon which I am considering trading in. I was actually quite surprised that the Avalon didn't come with Bluetooth and XM Satellite Radio standard on the Limited. I also thought the leather on the XLS looked cheap compared to the Lexus Leather.
I was wondering if anyone has any pics of the Graphite interior with the Darker wood trim. I was considering an Indigo Ink Pearl Avalon Limited with A light gray interior but since they don't currently offer this combination I'm thinking about getting the Graphite interior. I don't like the blond wood trim with the beige interior so I would probably have to get a different color if I wanted the light gray interior. Has anyone seen an Indigo Ink Pearl Avalon and what are your impressions. Thanks
Having just replaced an ’05 Dodge Magnum RT (Hemi,340 HP), with the Avalon, I have to say I don’t feel I’ve lost a lot of power. Although off the line torque is significantly less, power on the highway is great. Quality of materials in the Avalon are vastly superior to that of the Magnum. I do, however, have a problem with the door over the radio, it gets stuck in the closed position and requires a screwdriver to pry open. Dealer has a new door on order and should receive it in a couple of days.
Had Sirius satellite radio in the Magnum and loved it. Tried to find out if it was available on the Avalon in place of XM. I know its available on other Toyota models with the JBL stereo. I think if it’s not available now, it probably will be in a short time. If anyone has any info, please let us know.
Overall, I feel upgraded by purchasing the Avalon. The new styling is sure attract younger buyers. It's a high quality vehicle with many features at a fair price.
Thanks
I've seen the dark and blonde wood in person, and I much prefer the dark.
By the way, you intelligent men and women should be able to guess my career from my forum "name".
Could you post some pics of your Indigo Ink Pearl XLS with the Ivory Interior. Thanks
I drive an 01 Camry Collector's Edition (2 tone, perforated leather, wood steering wheel, JBL, etc.) and I've been extremely satisfied with its performance and reliability. I've never considered the Avalon before, but the Limited may make me change my mind!
Indigo Ink Pearl is almost black at night, and almost bright, rich blue in direct sun. Very appealing! A friend has it and only objects to its tendency to show dust.
Thanks for the test drive impressions, Mackabee.
My dealership is Carousel Toyota in Glen Mills, PA.
Based on the E-brochure on Toyota's web site, you can also get the JBL Synthesis Audio System on the Touring and XLS models as an option package. It does not look to be available on the XL model
Retired cop?
Also, note that soliciting is specifically not allowed, so I don't want anyone to get the impression that mackabee is soliciting for business - he doesn't do that.
It's important that others don't do it for him, also.
If anyone has questions, feel free to email me.
Thanks.
I also drove an XLS today, my third test drive in different Avalons. The car had a silver exterior and light grey interior and dark wood accents. For those who keep score, none of the three experienced throttle hesitation but one of the three I drove did have a transmission that "hunted."
For the first time I did most of my shopping over the internet and I think it paid off. Thanks for the helpful comments over the past few months. Good luck with your own hunting.
The word Toyota uses is "wood-grain", which sounds fancier than "fake wood". Unless the manufacturer states that it is "genuine" or "real" it's commonly referred to as "plood" (plastic wood)! :-)