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winterparkwill: Lease end vehicles are 100 times better than the rental units. Rental Units are abused to the extreme. They are NOT broken well as are put on the road directly, not taken care very well. All sort of experiments are carried out on these vehicles by renters.
I drive rental units very carefully but don't expect the same from everybody.
Wenyue: The VP3 seems to be to good to pass on.
$369 seems to be nothing for such extras. It seems just a 'must have' if u r getting an LE.
Anyway, yes, I totally agree. The VP3 is an absolute steal. The ABS they threw in alone is well worth $369 price. A dealer told me that Toyota builds just about every LE has at least VP3 on it. It's almost like standard equipment. And I can see why, it would almost be nuts for someone to pass up so much extras for just $369.
Japanese quality which was used as a joke in early 70s is now benchmark !!
I have a Townhall folder in my favourites section(in my browser) where I have all the topics for ease of use. I do browse Camry topic very frequently but hardly post here. Almost 99% of my friends want a midsize car they have to decide between camry/accord so it helps to read these posts too. SOme of them are also getting Passats after reading consumer guide/raod tests. Their experience helps me & my other friends to justify our purchase of Accord/Camry !!
Somebody was talking about getting a rental unit that why I had to jump in -:)
Guys, please for the God's sake don't buy rental cars. Leave those for auctions !!
The main problem I am having is when I go over a speed bump there is a rattling at the wheel on the passenger front side. I took my car to the dealer a couple of months ago and he told me it was a cracked/broken strut cap, but it was not an immediate concern. It doesn't sound right to me, but then again I am always skeptical. In reviewing some of the TSB's I noted that there were several on "front suspension support noise." I am wondering if this is the problem or if it is what the dealer told me.
Any help would be appreciated.
Hope this helps
Daowen
BTW, "sooner or later you'll want to get rid of Generals"
the caps are probably right
I would not trust the Chiltons, too generic
Please correct me here if I'm wrong, but this is what I've heard.
It deciphers each & every digit of a VIN.
Yes, If VIN starts with J, the final assembly point is Japan. K for korea. 1 for US..etc
Personally, I don't think it should matter though. The American Toyota/Honda build quality is as good as Japanese. except Corolla/Prism (to some extent) built by UAW !! (This is not my finding please don't hold me responsible for this)
It is what I have found in many road tests about Corolla/prism being affected by this factory.
If, by any chance, any of you might *happen* to just stumble on a spy shot, it would be kind of nice to share....
1 for USA, J for Japan, 2 for canada(?), K for Korea etc etc.
I think Toyota is smart enough not to build cars in Korea !!
I know it's not the CD because it is happening with a variety of different CDs that I put in the radio!
Don't the CD players in cars have a memory to prevent this?
Thanks in advance.
George
Southern California dealers not only have 2002's in stock and available, there are dealers discounting some of the 2002 new models heavily for Labor Day holiday. It's an exciting time if you have the cars.
I have seen SE's, XLE's and LEs at very good pricing. Don't let a crappy dealer color your world. You give the idiot too much power then.
I guess if u go over a bump with excess sped it happens.
I observed this yesterda y for the fist time.
But it was a very big bump:Speed braker (to protect children) in our apartment complex.
Apart from that it never skipped before & it won't again I guess...
Cliffy1, any words on that?
I seriously doubt the '02 Camry will show up as early as March or April next year.
1. Any suggestions on 4 vs 6 cylinder engine? I like milage and price on the 4, but am worried about engine life and pickup compared w/the 6 cylinder.
2. ABS vs ordinary brakes. A Toyota dealer claims the ABS brakes cost around $1200 to service vs $300 for conventional brakes. Is he correct? My worry is that the one black mark in Consumers Reports is that the older camrys have brake problems.
Thanks in advance.
David Lees
debl@world.std.com
The 4 cylinder LE now comes with the 15" wheels but you do get rear disc brakes. The ABS issue really is not an issue of maintenance but of cost and usefulness. ABS has not reduced either the frequency nor severity of accidents because many people don't use them correctly. If you don't need ABS, you can get a CE and save about $1200 (but you also give up the 15" wheels, 2 speakers, power seat and keyless entry).
Your comments would be appreciated.
One other question, as a female, should I ask a lot of questions of the dealer or will this give them the impression that I'll pay anything?
Thanks so much!
I think everything has pretty much moved onto the 2001 model. Dealer would probably sell the remaining 2000 models cheap.
But if the past history is anything, don't expect AWD Camry to show up in the U.S. We have a thing for something called SUV here. If you are looking for a AWD Camry, you can get the Camry based Toyota Highlander SUV coming out in just few months.
david
I am wondering since Camry and Taurus/Sable are probably the most popular cars in America and so numerous that's why you would see more broken down.
The only thing that has surprised me a bit, is the stiffness of the ride at highway speed (55-60 mph). I can really feel the roughness in the highway. My expectation was a cushy ride that damps out the road. Anyone else have experience/thoughts on this?
David
At the same time, the AllTrac option was available on Celicas and Corolla wagons, but it seemed to be more acceptable in those vehicles. The Celica's turbo helped the performance immensely.
We'll have to wait and see if Toyota is willing to step into that quagmire again. Somehow, I doubt it.
I have a 92 camry where the antenna refuses to go down. I hear all this motor/gear noise. Does anyone know what could be the problem? For the time being, I want to remove the fuse from the power antenna so it does not get activiated. Can someone tell me where the fuse is for this? I lost the manual.
Thanks.
2000 XLE V6 ~2400 noisey highway miles
timing belt be changed now or at 90K? Manual
misplaced!
Thanks
Yes, I also hear wind noise at 60 plus mph.
Mine is only 1500 miles new (year 2000, LE), the noise comes from rear door (I think). Checked the door rubber/foam seal, looked fine and he door appears to be flush with the body.
Not a major item but there's nothing I can do about it.
Anyone else encounter this "quality problems"?
Other than this, a great sedan for the money.