3 Best Vehicles Ever Made (and You Can Buy Them for Under $10,000)

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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  2 месяца назад +49

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    • @wilmerhersa1808
      @wilmerhersa1808 2 месяца назад +1

      Sr. Tell us what years bcoz when u said and cars, it means what??

    • @ar00841
      @ar00841 29 дней назад

      😊😊😊

  • @MrPoppyDuck
    @MrPoppyDuck 2 месяца назад +459

    Old Toyotas are better made than the newer ones. That is so sad.

    • @PaulFischer-o5c
      @PaulFischer-o5c 2 месяца назад +6

      Meet his son.

    • @nuthinbutlove
      @nuthinbutlove 2 месяца назад +11

      Yes, so much better!

    • @WokeisaJoke0522
      @WokeisaJoke0522 2 месяца назад +24

      I have a 2025 Lexus hybrid. I plan to get at least 300 k miles with no problems. Then I will replace the battery and go another 300k

    • @mylittlepitbull3143
      @mylittlepitbull3143 2 месяца назад +19

      Same with all the cars, pretty much. I drive a '97 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4 240,000 mi runs perfect.
      Wouldn't touch the new ones.

    • @oreally8605
      @oreally8605 2 месяца назад +14

      Sad but true. 😊

  • @JUMBOs-RC
    @JUMBOs-RC 2 месяца назад +203

    Anyone has to give Scotty credit for being able to retire a long time ago sippin' mint julips on the beach somewhere, but still ambitious enough to be spending a bunch of his time sorting out OTHER people's car problems

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад +28

      Passion about anything, even vehicles, can invigorate.

    • @80sWavrDude
      @80sWavrDude Месяц назад +4

      He is a genuine car enthusiast, and you can tell he loves working on cars.

  • @michaelgoldblum123
    @michaelgoldblum123 2 месяца назад +273

    My Toyota 4runner 2001 have 620.000 ml .original eng.and transmision .still running great ...

    • @PaulFischer-o5c
      @PaulFischer-o5c 2 месяца назад +2

      Meet his son.

    • @scottferris6309
      @scottferris6309 2 месяца назад +24

      620,000 miles divided by 23 years is almost 27,000 miles a year. What kind of a lifestyle do you have where you are racking up this kind of mileage?

    • @alibabaschultz352
      @alibabaschultz352 2 месяца назад +9

      Original transmission? I assume you change the fluid regularly?

    • @oreally8605
      @oreally8605 2 месяца назад +9

      That's why mint 2001 or even 1999 4Runners go for $5k with 200k miles. 😊

    • @michaelgoldblum123
      @michaelgoldblum123 2 месяца назад

      @@scottferris6309 driving a lot for last 15 years .have 2 jobs - construction and delivering papers .making miles - every 2 months abaut 5000 ml. Actually no life - working 😀like crazy .

  • @annedixon2528
    @annedixon2528 2 месяца назад +41

    I drive a 2003 Toyota RAV4-220,000 miles-reliable and still going strong!! ❤

  • @dollydedali6893
    @dollydedali6893 2 месяца назад +73

    I am still driving my 1995 Toyota Celica stick shift. It is dependable and uncomplicated to repair. A few exterior dents, but i don't care. The heat, AC , and radio still work, so I'm set. Every once in a while i express my love and gratitude to this car, and i believe it listens...

    • @grdoreza
      @grdoreza Месяц назад +6

      Need to name that car.

    • @tammara
      @tammara Месяц назад +4

      I have an 08 scion and i thank her too. Sometimes i feel bad for even looking at new cars 😅

    • @hithere-wq9xp
      @hithere-wq9xp Месяц назад +2

      We used to have a 80 something, Toyota something or other, I don't remember but it was small with four doors and a five speed, and I'm not kidding, that thing had 475 thousand miles on it and the air still worked when we finally had to retire it 😊

    • @dpixvid
      @dpixvid Месяц назад +3

      95 Camry 4spd coupe 2.2L here...214k...

    • @AssassinFemme
      @AssassinFemme Месяц назад +2

      I sold my celica 95' a few years ago, due to rust and it being yellow lol. I miss driving it like no other car.

  • @jackJohn.
    @jackJohn. 2 месяца назад +24

    Modern toyota are reliable compared to other car manufacturers. But new toyotas will have problems because of more and more technology and sensors in it.
    Electronic parts tend to fail before mechanical parts.
    The other reason be smaller engines in new vehicles over stressed with turbos.
    Simplicity is the key for longer life of an engine.
    Btw same goes for life 😅. If want a longer happy life keep it simple.

  • @RuthSisco-n2r
    @RuthSisco-n2r Месяц назад +16

    I'm still driving my 1983 Toyota pick-up. Everyone in my neighborhood borrows it for dump runs, moving furniture etc. Bought it brand new in Orange, CA. Only thing on it is a radio. My sons will have to fight over it after we're gone! Haha

  • @tonyelbows8045
    @tonyelbows8045 2 месяца назад +79

    Toyota RAV4, Toyota Sequoia, Toyota Highlander

    • @Schnelllll
      @Schnelllll 2 месяца назад +3

      Thanks! 😀

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад +3

      Why is RUclips giving me a "Translate to English" option?? Just informing and confused since they were all capitalized proper names.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад

      @@Schnelllll Translate to English?? 😄

    • @YeshuaKingMessiah
      @YeshuaKingMessiah Месяц назад +5

      Thx why he can’t say upfront is beyond irritating

    • @user-ue4he3li8b
      @user-ue4he3li8b Месяц назад

      Oddly enough, the front seats on all three are the exact same size. The Rav4's I tried actually had more room than the Highlander and Sequoia, the latter of which my head was literally cranked at a 45 degree angle touching the ceiling. Japanese sized cars sold in America. Don't be only 5'10" or you're forced to buy some crappy Ford or beast size GMC or Chevy.

  • @billymaxwell3446
    @billymaxwell3446 2 месяца назад +12

    Agree with Toyota products, but '87 Tercel wagon at 550K for 35 years Front Wheel Drive and never got stuck in Montana backcountry is still the king here at 41 mpg.. Keep it simple!

  • @edag9609
    @edag9609 2 месяца назад +17

    Even if I am a millionaire I will never buy a car from the dealer. I will always buy used Toyotas off the street. Looking cool for other people and being in debt is not for me. Driving my boring camry with 230k miles. looking for a similar on now or a tacoma xrunner lol.

  • @lynne2774
    @lynne2774 2 месяца назад +23

    Not many people can inform and entertain in the wonderful way Scotty does. Passing on the lifetime of experience with total honesty is so valuable. If only politicians listened to Scotty the economy would run better in the UK and the USA.
    The only other mechanic I know with the skill and knowledge of real old reliable vehicles was trained in the British army for a whole year full time before being considered a mechanic. He runs a Toyota Hilux from the late 80s. I wish Scotty trained mechanics so honest skillfull mechanics were easier to find.

  • @PaulBartlett-jz4bg
    @PaulBartlett-jz4bg 2 месяца назад +24

    1992 Camry wagon,auto Australia. Bought used 1999, dealer installed transmission cooler for towing purposes. Engine & transmission still original, 385,000 k's. Buzzy vibrations,a little loud,but tight,safe,& runs well

  • @hellosaysandrew
    @hellosaysandrew 2 месяца назад +12

    2011 Toyota RAV4 Sport with 219K, still going! I change the oil and top it off in between because it'll burn oil for sure, but the only time it's ever left me stranded - is when I forgot to check the oil level like a doofus, low and behold - needed some oil! ;-) I'm determined to drive it until I can't anymore. The car I learned to drive on and my parents gave it to me, 9 years later and thus far, going strong.
    It does make a shuttering noise occasionally when you accelerate which I'm told is the torque converter and switching gears, but not something that's mechanically wrong. At least, that's what a mechanic told me, lol! If Scotty or anyone knows differently, feel free to share! I'm the opposite of mechanical, sadly. Thank God for this channel.

  • @tomg_2
    @tomg_2 2 месяца назад +127

    All older Toyotas…no surprise.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад +6

      agreed

  • @Cybersawz
    @Cybersawz 2 месяца назад +58

    I have a 2003 Tundra (bought new) with the 4.7L V8. It's just getting broken in at 108K. Runs flawlessly.

    • @joeblow1104
      @joeblow1104 2 месяца назад +2

      I had one as well. I loved that truck. Only sold it because I ended up getting a smokin deal on a bigger truck. I miss it.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад +2

      Yeah, a truck V8 is the equivalent to my V6 Camry, too much is just enough. (Sorry U2)

    • @halfon005
      @halfon005 Месяц назад +3

      I have a 2012 with the 5.7L it's simply a good truck, period.

    • @PaulWall78
      @PaulWall78 26 дней назад +2

      I have the same. Expect 3-400k miles with NO problems. 😊

  • @danielpeck3861
    @danielpeck3861 2 месяца назад +41

    40 years in the business retired bought 98 Camry xle 02 rav4 set for life

    • @edag9609
      @edag9609 2 месяца назад +2

      I had a 98 Camry with 250k miles . Got rid of it only because I bought an 07 Camry maunal transmission for 3 grand and didn't want to pay for registration and insurance on the 98 again.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад +1

      I love the XLE trim on a Camry but also have SE since it have EVERY option making it a XLE with useless paddle shifters, dumb idea !!

    • @AF_1892
      @AF_1892 2 месяца назад

      Are you overweight? The shocks lean driver side while you are no hurry smoking a cigarette. Hello Im in my winter car trying to get to the hospital! In my regular loud Lightning traffic melts. It is like driving an ambulance. I have the sound up loud in case the engine noise doesn't make you move 0.5secs ago.

  • @vickifarmer4409
    @vickifarmer4409 2 месяца назад +7

    I have that exact Rav 4. Same color. 2011 and just rolled over 100,000 miles. No major problems with it. I love the dependability. ❤TOYOTA

  • @owen7412
    @owen7412 2 месяца назад +70

    You can stop the rust by spraying your used motor oil on the underbody with a paint sprayer then drive down some dirt roads the dirt will stick to the oil and create a rust barrier. Learned that from the Canadians, no shop will do it though due to pollution have to do it yourself.

    • @derekgardin1512
      @derekgardin1512 2 месяца назад +3

      That's too much work and hard to do unless you have a lift. It's 70 bucks to get oil sprayed.

    • @derekgardin1512
      @derekgardin1512 2 месяца назад +4

      That's because it's a stupid idea. No drip stuff is best and you can do it every 2 years. I'd only do it 3 or 4 times because as you said the dust sticks to it and makes an oily layer protecting it.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад

      Just a dirt layer

    • @gregoryforrest8970
      @gregoryforrest8970 2 месяца назад +2

      Rust Check I think still has outlets to have your auto sprayed it's about 150 to 200 Canadian funds approx per year I recommend doing this around October if you like in Canada USA clean it well under carriage during summer season to ensure all salt and dirt from wheel wells and steel frame if yours has that. Or you can just buy 4 to 6 cans of Rust check oil and spray it yourself.

    • @ralwoe
      @ralwoe 2 месяца назад +2

      Never heard of anybody in Canada doing this. I don't spray any crap on the undercarriage and they last for years.

  • @HatBilly2008
    @HatBilly2008 2 месяца назад +15

    I let mine set for 6 months at a time, 2013, 105 thousand miles, best car ever.
    ❤❤😊

  • @lisalynn8206
    @lisalynn8206 Месяц назад +9

    I’ve got the 4 cylinder version of this RAV 4 and I LOVE it.

  • @08Cruiser
    @08Cruiser 2 месяца назад +66

    I have a 2011 FJ Cruiser with the 4.0L V6. 144,000 miles. My wife says she will bury me in it-so it will save $$$ on a casket! Scotty-I definitely WILL be driving it forever!!! 😊

    • @PaulFischer-o5c
      @PaulFischer-o5c 2 месяца назад

      Meet his son.

    • @julioc.guevara3658
      @julioc.guevara3658 2 месяца назад +1

      Hahahahaha

    • @kimmiele6011
      @kimmiele6011 2 месяца назад +2

      Hahahahhh... Your wife's so honest 😂❤

    • @curtwhite876
      @curtwhite876 2 месяца назад +3

      I had an 08 FJ. I miss it. It was not a great family vehicle, and it is definitely a rig that NEEDS a backup camera, but MAN, it was fun to drive.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад

      and pay 100 times as much on the lot

  • @s3viking_Y2K_Sport
    @s3viking_Y2K_Sport 2 месяца назад +8

    My Jeep Cherokee (all jeep xj’s with a 4.0 engine), has a Toyota transmission, (Jeep Code AW4) (Toyota Code A340E) still shifting like a dream with regular fluid changes. An old American Inline 6 with a Toyota Japanese precision built transmission is a match made in heaven.

  • @pbayer773
    @pbayer773 2 месяца назад +31

    I bought a new, loaded Rav4 hybrid, 2019 and love it... get great gas mileage and have had no problems. I love my toyota. ❤❤

    • @kclefthanded427
      @kclefthanded427 2 месяца назад +6

      Fingers cross that its still great 10 years from now without much issues. So far, so good

    • @lindap.p.1337
      @lindap.p.1337 2 месяца назад +2

      Same with my '16 Rav4 hybrid XLE, 32 mpg and never a repair.

    • @markkyg8820
      @markkyg8820 2 месяца назад

      ​@@lindap.p.1337 4th gen is gold

  • @tjtamisha7621
    @tjtamisha7621 2 месяца назад +25

    Just putting winter tires on the front and not on the back is inviting disaster. Should always run same treads on all four. The rear does much more than just roll as you said Scotty. In winter if you need to brake rather quickly with non winter treads on the rear they are far more likely to slide you around sideways.

    • @derekgardin1512
      @derekgardin1512 2 месяца назад +5

      I say this too every time he gives this horrible advice. Completely moronic thing to say. That rear end will slide out so quick when there's such a difference in grip from front to back. Terrible advice and he's said it half a dozen times at least.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад +1

      I use High Performance Tires 24/7, they always do better than any "winter" tire.

  • @Trish-j2y
    @Trish-j2y Месяц назад +3

    I got a 2010 used RAV4 V6, 54k for 8k in 2021. Now has 89k. We just took a 10000 mile road trip. I love it!

  • @Cris_MUC
    @Cris_MUC 2 месяца назад +6

    ...the engine cover cuts also the noise, but mainly protects the hood from heat, take it off and after a while watch the paint peel off the hood 🤭

  • @trevorlane8123
    @trevorlane8123 2 месяца назад +7

    88 Nissan Maxima, 99 Pontiac Grand Am, 99 Honda Civic, 02 Honda civic… all had sunroofs..Never had a leak.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад

      My 2012 and 2016 Camry's are with too new. If Scotty is alive in a decade I will update.

  • @stolmich
    @stolmich 2 месяца назад +3

    I'm the lucky owner of a RAV4 III, 2009 D-CAT, and it runs like a swiss Clockwork. And it has a built-in rear view camera which splits the rear view mirror in half. On the left side, you get the image of the backup camera, the right side is normal mirror. It's a real great car, but the transmission often rattles, when in 2000 RPM.

  • @davisfarm9
    @davisfarm9 Месяц назад +2

    Our little RaV 4 gave us over 300,000 miles. Was the starter car for 5 teenagers. Great car!

  • @Mikell-h2c
    @Mikell-h2c 2 месяца назад +3

    Have a 2015 rav 230000 changed the oil every 10,000 does not use any oil at all runs perfect

  • @mikemendola3564
    @mikemendola3564 Месяц назад +4

    Hey Scottie, please do a video on the top older Toyota trucks if you haven't already.

  • @jayhockley8841
    @jayhockley8841 2 месяца назад +34

    I bought a 2004 Rav4 2 wheel drive w 170k miles .
    I Paid only $1,000 because the lady was told by her
    ' mechanics ' that it needed about $1,500 worth of repairs .
    They lied , it only needed minor repairs so I fixed it and drove it 6 months .
    But when My friends car broke down , I sold it to her for what I paid and she loves it .

    • @edag9609
      @edag9609 2 месяца назад +3

      Great deal!

    • @JohnWalsh2019
      @JohnWalsh2019 2 месяца назад +3

      You're a good friend!

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад +2

      F! even a beat up RAV4 is worth more than $1500. It is why I bought a hybrid, so what, 2-3K is nothing to eventually replace a battery and drive it another 100K.

    • @Spiritual_DriverAE101
      @Spiritual_DriverAE101 2 месяца назад +1

      Bought a 95 Corolla manual in 21, at 180k now 230k. In 23 traded my 2006 Subaru for a 2006 Sienna CE. Set for life.

    • @edag9609
      @edag9609 2 месяца назад

      @@Spiritual_DriverAE101 I still miss my 88 Corolla I bought for 1 grand. That thing was a tank. Learned how to drive stick in it.

  • @blueroninstudios
    @blueroninstudios 2 месяца назад +8

    Classic Rav4, Sequoia and Highlander? NICE. Any one of these would make a solid, reliable daily.

    • @YeshuaKingMessiah
      @YeshuaKingMessiah Месяц назад

      How do u afford to drive SUVs??
      My Accord costs me too much!

  • @lovechangesus
    @lovechangesus 2 месяца назад +2

    My 2011 ford escape is still like a brand new car. I love it. Over 100k miles.

  • @gmcirish1766
    @gmcirish1766 2 месяца назад +19

    You should do a PodCast where people can ask questions. Maybe Superchat. Love listening to you.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад

      He does a live show, podcasts are for day drunks with nothing to do.

  • @JohnWalsh2019
    @JohnWalsh2019 2 месяца назад +30

    Came for Scotty, stayed for the abused beauty cover.

  • @michaelsprinzeles4022
    @michaelsprinzeles4022 Месяц назад +1

    Snow tires are more about stopping and turning than about getting going. Most all season tires can get you moving, but with limited control. If you have to drive in the snow, not installing snow tires on all wheels is a bad idea!

  • @ralwoe
    @ralwoe 2 месяца назад +32

    I'm totally exhausted after watching this video for 30 minutes.

  • @jpfautsch
    @jpfautsch 2 месяца назад +26

    Thats why we are a Toyota family!

  • @theabardetti3601
    @theabardetti3601 Месяц назад

    I have a 2004 Toyota Highlander, original engine & transmission with 203+k miles, exterior & interior, stereo/dials all still in great condition! Oil changes every 5k miles, transmission fluid only needed change once… plan to keep forever!

  • @Michael-yi4mc
    @Michael-yi4mc 2 месяца назад +14

    Just wait until motorcycle get a beauty cover. Scotty will go nuts!

  • @lorcashine
    @lorcashine 2 месяца назад +1

    I have a 2011 Rav 4 (base) regular. Mine was made in Canada. I just got rats a couple months ago. I don't know if I have a "beauty cover"-- will try to figure that out.A timing chain makes so much sense. At 80,000 had to get a new alternator--nothing but routine maintenance other than that. I'm wanting a newer car w/better a/c and back up/side cameras, but thinking of keeping this one as a back up. Now I know I can let it sit ok, I'll definitely keep it. I'll use it when the new one breaks down, I have out-of-town visitors, and as a deterrent to home burglars when I'm not home. Best financial decision I ever made. Friends have gone through 3 cars in the time I've had this one.

  • @scocassovegetus
    @scocassovegetus Месяц назад +1

    When I bought my Toyota, I made certain that it was made in Japan (you can tell by looking at the VIN) and manual trans, manual windows, manual locks, manual everything, no air conditioning.... 16 years later, still no probs. other than I had to replace the stereo speakers and the keys are made of metal that is too soft so had to replace one that wore out. Replaced the brake pads once so far (another plus of a manual trans).

  • @teresacorrigan3076
    @teresacorrigan3076 14 дней назад

    You convinced us to fix our 2011 sienna. 350000 km. We maintained it always. Rolling rolling. 💵the worst was interior lights going on. Turned out the rubber cover on the sliding door buttons was gone. Two new 50 $ switches and the nightmare ended. 😊😊😊😊😊

  • @Spot4art
    @Spot4art Месяц назад +1

    We bought our 2007 CAMRY 3 yrs ago for 8000.00 the sticker price was 40k …fully loaded. Paid cash it is wonderful.

    • @mariejane1567
      @mariejane1567 Месяц назад

      I had a 2008 and blown head gasket just over 110k I bought it with 82k

  • @thecouchgamered2007
    @thecouchgamered2007 2 месяца назад +2

    My mum has a 2006 rav 4, a 4 cyl diesel which has 4X4 differently from the modern base versions, it only had a problem to the fuel pump in almost 18 years

  • @rickjames9524
    @rickjames9524 2 месяца назад +5

    Nissan Xterra is the only Nissan I'd buy...they are strong as heck

  • @Tigerwarhawk
    @Tigerwarhawk 2 месяца назад +6

    All 5 generations of the Toyota Avalon were made in Kentucky, and we all know how GREAT those cars are.

    • @EvzenKovar-i5p
      @EvzenKovar-i5p 2 месяца назад +1

      The old lady has a ‘98. Engine never fails. I’m often in wonder about that thing.

  • @steffycas
    @steffycas Месяц назад +1

    2004 Tacoma & 2004 Corolla, both about 180k miles & going strong

  • @Vincent-ke5zn
    @Vincent-ke5zn 2 месяца назад +31

    My dad didn't like sunroofs either, because they will eventually leak and they aren't safe

    • @1rotimi
      @1rotimi 2 месяца назад +1

      What do you mean by leak?

    • @Ih8nine
      @Ih8nine 2 месяца назад +5

      I hate vehicles with sunroof. They always leak. I agree.

    • @E_Clampus_Vitus
      @E_Clampus_Vitus 2 месяца назад +3

      Sunroofs are so lame. Real men work outside and aren’t looking to get a tan while driving.

    • @jazzcatt
      @jazzcatt 2 месяца назад +3

      The seals on sunroofs wear and water leaks in. ​@1rotimi

    • @appleimacdude
      @appleimacdude 2 месяца назад +2

      @@1rotimi sunroofs tend to leak water eventually - also, there are about 4 drains surrounding the sunroof that MUST be kept clear of leaves, etc or you will get lots of water in your car interior -

  • @James-Deep
    @James-Deep Месяц назад

    I've got a 2008 V6 with 200,000 miles. Payed $7000 in 2017. Great car, never had an issue with it. They handle pretty well too.

  • @doug900S
    @doug900S 2 месяца назад

    Yes! Also, I'm glad my 2007 and 2010 Saabs use timing chains instead of those stupid belts! Subaru got smart and went to the chain except for the WRX.

  • @robertc7531
    @robertc7531 2 месяца назад +3

    1st & 2nd gen highlanders aren't the sexiest in my opinion but gosh darn reliable!!!

  • @jacobmoll2878
    @jacobmoll2878 2 месяца назад

    My 05 Highlander has that same setup. The tire pressure monitor is actually reading the tire slip sensors, there is a reset button under the dash, it is not as accurate as actual sensors in the tires but the battery doesn't quit inside a tire

  • @ronjr831
    @ronjr831 2 месяца назад

    I have a 2012 Mazda 3 owner manual that says 29 psi per tire so I followed it and the tire pressure light kept coming on. Well I looked in the driver door jam and it said 35 psi. That totally fixed the problem. Really like your videos. Keep it going !

  • @davidwayne9982
    @davidwayne9982 2 месяца назад

    THANK YOU--- I've researched these myself since seeing your first review of them and AM buying one myself in spring... your reviews are the only ones I trust implicitly!!!!

  • @VooDooDaddy46
    @VooDooDaddy46 2 месяца назад +1

    My GF's 2011 Toyota Highlander has 272,000 miles. All original except for some minor consumable parts. Rides, runs, stops, and drives better than any new car you care to name. She hasn't made a car payment in over 7 years.

  • @alibabaschultz352
    @alibabaschultz352 2 месяца назад +14

    I have a 2015 Tacoma, and my wife has a 2003 Highlander. Both have 150k miles. I think we're doing well.

    • @Chain987
      @Chain987 2 месяца назад +1

      Keep it.

  • @udonword4583
    @udonword4583 Месяц назад

    I Have a 2008 2,0 petrol 152 hp , happy with it. gone 125 000 km just change oil on the diff and gear box :)

  • @phuqizm1547
    @phuqizm1547 2 месяца назад +1

    Best toyota ever made is the toyota yaris. 2007 yaris with 284k miles. Only thing i replaced was the alternator twice.

  • @emigrant4life
    @emigrant4life 2 месяца назад

    I bought Yaris 1.0L 1SZ-FE (2004, with 165000 km) and have no fault codes on it.
    but I have some hesitation after fast/sharply pressing the gas pedal (hesitation from idle to 1500-2000 rpm, like if the engine is choking),
    if I press gas smoothly - the engine normally gains speed and power.... also no lack of power from 2000 to 7000 rpm.
    what I did:
    -new spark plugs (Denco)
    -new air filter
    -new motor oil 5w30
    -checked MAF and IAT sensor (clean like new)
    -cleaned throttle body (was not so dirty)
    -cleaned IACV (was clean almost)
    -cleaned PCV
    -tested TPS
    -checked vapor solenoid
    -tested camshaft position sensor
    -checked ignition coils (with multimeter)
    Issue still persists..(

  • @davidwayne9982
    @davidwayne9982 2 месяца назад

    09 through 2012 are THE BEST--- V-6 and real automatic and center diflock... BEST ones made!!! I'm going to buy one next spring.... if I'm still around.. that's what I WANT. They're roomy too- and snappy zippy little engines that run forever-- if that main high pressure oil line is changed!!! There is lots of stuff around to customize one with too , if a person wants them to be individualized!! :) Lots of fun to drive- NO computer Bull....it!!!! and SIMPLE..

  • @OHsopositive
    @OHsopositive 25 дней назад

    I have a 4cyl 2010 RAV with 220,000 miles. Aside from the routine stuff (oil changes, batteries, tires, brakes) and one alternator, it hasn’t required a thing. Oh, and a sway bar just this year🤷🏼‍♀️but that’s it!

  • @TechDudeTerry
    @TechDudeTerry 2 месяца назад

    i have a honda fit sport 2009 and bought it used from a cheap dealer. still owe payements on it. and when i got it noticed some things wrong with it. as far as driving it the engine runs really well. i will put it to the test when i drive it to texas in a few weeks. i do like watching your shows. you have a lot of knowledge with cars.

  • @JohnECanuck
    @JohnECanuck 2 месяца назад +3

    Enjoyed this video, Scotty. Thanks.

  • @shantelleholden9182
    @shantelleholden9182 26 дней назад

    I had a 2006 Rav 4 V6 and I loved that truck. That thing was fast 💨

  • @ambrsanford3703
    @ambrsanford3703 Месяц назад +1

    I love my '99 4Runner v6. Only 250k miles, and easily another 150-200 left in him.

  • @Utsu-P_Enjoyer
    @Utsu-P_Enjoyer 2 месяца назад +48

    Federal emissions regulations are destroying modern vehicles and making them not only extremely expensive but less reliable. Thats the real reason why we are losing the great V8s and V6s and getting stuck with little 4 cylinders with turbos

    • @kclefthanded427
      @kclefthanded427 2 месяца назад +9

      Putting a tiny 4-cylinder turbo in a heavy vehicle never ends well

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад +1

      @@kclefthanded427 "heavy vehicle" define heavy, most cars are 3000 to 4000 pounds, including a RAV4.

    • @jackjensen4036
      @jackjensen4036 2 месяца назад +7

      I grew up in NJ, 6 miles from Manhattan and born in 1966. The smog from vehicles in the early 1970's was horrendous. Thank God for the catalytic converter! That alone cut back the smog by 70 percent!

    • @4orrcountry
      @4orrcountry 2 месяца назад +1

      ​@@jackjensen4036 Hear, hear, Jack!

    • @MummaBear
      @MummaBear 2 месяца назад +1

      Funny how every government has the same ridiculous emission restrictions.

  • @fueledbymusic3
    @fueledbymusic3 2 месяца назад +1

    I have an 06 RAV4 . Paid $1000 for it. (from a family member). 4 cyl. It does consume oil. But its very reliable without all that stupid tech.

  • @interminablyperplexed4903
    @interminablyperplexed4903 Месяц назад

    I have a 97' 4Runner since 2000 & a 2013 Sienna since 2016. Both are ridiculously durable in every way. 4 Runner has 305k and Sienna has 193k. Trust both to go anywhere anytime. Obviously, no payments so if something needs repair, I gladly cough it up. Kind of depressing knowing I can't count on anything probably newer than 2015...guess I'll be driving really old vehicles until I die...no regrets. Thanks, Toyota!

  • @paulnandico2370
    @paulnandico2370 Месяц назад

    We own a 2003 Toyota Sequoia. It has proven reliable. Did need frame work, and needs a repair to that, but we live in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
    Snowing and sleeting today, so I definitely welcome the option to engage the 4WD system. We bought this ridiculously cheap... $1500. Just bought a parts vehicle... for... ready? $200.😯 Rear end is out. May put a new one in if that is all that is wrong with it.
    No emissions inspection due to age. Sure hope this lasts 500k-1M miles.

  • @MiaPadilla-s5g
    @MiaPadilla-s5g Месяц назад

    I have a 1998 Toyota 4 Runner that has almost 500 miles on it but still running really good. All original and what's funny is when you start the engine, the AC gets colder faster than our new Kia Telluride. LOL

  • @maryann3149
    @maryann3149 Месяц назад

    My 2007 Toyota yaris hatchback went for 219000 before any issues. Best car I ever owned.

  • @derrickjohnson5219
    @derrickjohnson5219 2 месяца назад +1

    Very very reliable inexpensive transportation.I like the 2008 the best on the RAV4.

  • @dfabe5346
    @dfabe5346 28 дней назад

    I have an over 20 year old Corolla. I've got to say it's an easy car to work on too, compared to my old Infiniti and Hyundai

  • @nicmainville9954
    @nicmainville9954 2 месяца назад +4

    You need to put snow tires on both front and rear, if you only put snow tires on the front you run the risk of losing traction to the rear going around a corner, especially if you happen to be braking around the corner.

    • @sassylady2001
      @sassylady2001 2 месяца назад

      Most of us who drive in the snow, know better than to go fast enough to skid the rear end around.

    • @derekgardin1512
      @derekgardin1512 2 месяца назад

      Agreed 10000% I say this too every time he gives this terrible advice. I drove a car like that once (wasn't mine) and going around a curve on the highway it looped around. Luckily because of the weather I was only going 40mph and no one was around. I got out and looked and notice the crap all seasons on the back. Scotty has said this at least a half a dozen times AND ITS THE WORST ADVI E HES EVER GIVEN.

    • @derekgardin1512
      @derekgardin1512 2 месяца назад

      ​@@sassylady2001don't have to be going fast. With snows on the front you have so much more grip, the rear is lighter and has way less grip so it will loop around. It's stupid advice especially for a mechanic of 50 years. No tire shop will ever recommend you do that and will explain why. Go do it and see how you fare.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад

      NEVER brake on ANY corner under ANY condition, F humans are so DUMB.

    • @chriss.7409
      @chriss.7409 2 месяца назад

      That just what they want to tell you all tire shop will say that lol

  • @crushthis123
    @crushthis123 2 месяца назад

    I have a v 6 Hyundai Veracruise and pull a tractor with a loader and backhoe behind me sometimes at 100. I get good gas milage and can still pass a line of cars. I also put a lot of hard miles on our 2005 Elantra and not once had it in for anything but oil changes and one recall. I drive these things at 100 mph on long trips and the exhaust glows red. I was going west where everyone drives 90 and with three grown adults and all our luggage and gear drove 110 plus. Just one more car that was cheap to buy and last forever.

  • @joyanderson8646
    @joyanderson8646 Месяц назад +3

    RAV 4, Tundra & Highlander!!!
    YAAY!!!🎉🎉🎉

  • @MesfinG
    @MesfinG 2 месяца назад

    We love Scotty because he shows us about the cars normal people drive instead of the snobby cars few drive that almost every other yt car video is about.

  • @suzannemetzger1790
    @suzannemetzger1790 Месяц назад

    My 2005 Toyota Matrix still running strong at 187,000 miles!!

  • @gregoryforrest8970
    @gregoryforrest8970 2 месяца назад +1

    12:24 I actually agree with you Scott like you I am old school and actually appreciate the non turbo aspirated engine I am not big on all the hoopla of electronics that well would just confuse me on how it all functions with a monitor screen. I like older vehicles because like you said they have less crap on them and are definitely easier to operate and repair mine has old school CD player I like this as I have a collection of 70s classic Rock I like to listen to on CDs plus my dash board in my opinion has a lot more style of appearance than a boring auto that looks like a Tesla too many auto makers are doing the Tesla copy cat design ugly. I appreciate older vehicles with style and class. Some of the really nice ones were actually made in the mid 60s to mid 70s american autos. Generally if I am looking for a good used vehicle I check Facebook marketplace or Craigslist, or Autotrader as i live in Canada. Seems lots of great deals there.

  • @poorsap1598
    @poorsap1598 2 месяца назад

    I'm pretty sure that highlander doesn't use those normal valve stem sensors but runs off of wheel speed sensor and is tied into the tire size. So if you put larger/smaller/flat tires that wheel will show variance from the other tires speed. I have an 06 and recently went through this when replacing my tires

  • @mikec3820
    @mikec3820 2 месяца назад

    toyota needs to make another affordable sporty car like the celica or passao. or mr2. i worked for a toyota years ago. those were all great cars back then fun to drive reliable and sporty. thats what mr toyota was all about. thanks scotty! im going to look at a 2005 subie legacy GT monday morning. its one owner no wrecks. got 56k miles. for 8900$. if its got no oil leaks or rust or other issues im going to jump on it asap. i have one for parts already so half way there lol. wish we had a tech like you here in NY state

  • @somarvitor
    @somarvitor Месяц назад

    RIP to my 2003 rolla (made in Cambridge, ON, Canada) that died this year. Replaced it with a Prius c.

  • @pdeforest
    @pdeforest 21 день назад

    We love you Scotty. Thanks for all you do. You’re a national treasure.

  • @4PMilk
    @4PMilk 2 месяца назад

    Love scottys image only type memes he inserts. His style is unique and real 👍

  • @susieinthecountry4434
    @susieinthecountry4434 2 месяца назад +1

    If I only had a garage, I would aim for 500k with my 2001 4 Runner! thanks for this vid, Scotty♥

  • @gumbygreen14
    @gumbygreen14 Месяц назад

    I bought a 2020 rav 4 hybrid. Great on gas mileage, but when the 9volt battery in the back conked out (2 months after warranty expired) I realized that they just don’t make ‘em like they used to. I still have my 2000 Corolla

  • @Robert-e2h9z
    @Robert-e2h9z Месяц назад

    Never had any trouble with my Toyotas . I’ve owned half dozen over the years . I’m 70 now still buying Toyota

  • @Ih8nine
    @Ih8nine 2 месяца назад +15

    Older toyotas are much better. Thats for sure.

  • @dougriebe5072
    @dougriebe5072 2 месяца назад

    Have a 99 ford E350 375,000 miles . Just had a plug blow out. Helio coil. Or I can get a used 5,4 with 95,000 for $1400.00 the body is like rust free but for over the rear quarter wheel

  • @lightshine6851
    @lightshine6851 Месяц назад

    I have a 2008 RAV4. Love it! It's a great car.

  • @oldsparky14
    @oldsparky14 Месяц назад

    Gday Scottie , you cant be the Old Toyota and Honda quality , I own a 2015 made in USA toyota Kluger V6 since new, which I never plan on selling, its a great car . But the finish on my Mums 2004 Honda Crv is unbeatable ... It is so sad to see the demise of Honda in Australia , they only sell 5 models here now.

  • @davidwolfe7777
    @davidwolfe7777 Месяц назад

    I have a 2012 Rav4 with the V6 with a 126000 miles on it. It's like a pocket rocket.

  • @TheMrDemage
    @TheMrDemage 2 месяца назад

    @scottykilmer , I do not see a problem in timing belts. Its easier to maintain!

  • @Wcampld
    @Wcampld 11 дней назад

    Listening to this guy brings me so much joy

  • @josephtrunk3565
    @josephtrunk3565 2 месяца назад

    Ok Scotty, have to disagree with you about the cassettes, the bottom line is, you have to take them out of the car when you exit it, never leave magnetic tapes in a plastic shell in a hot car! Sister drove for years in her 77 Cutlass Supreme 350CID, always taking cassettes in her purses when leaving car. Otherwise the 120-150 degrees F heat would’ve vaporized them. I also traveled through the 70s 80s 90s with cassettes and CDs, never leaving them behind when exiting the car.

  • @komradkolonel
    @komradkolonel 2 месяца назад +3

    I've found that the best cars are built by Mattel. You can get them for under $2, they never break down, and you don't have to insure them.

    • @toriless
      @toriless 2 месяца назад

      and can last centuries, most of mine are from the 60's, yeah I am an old fart like Scotty. I just like progressive music and food.

    • @tanyafaltinson4516
      @tanyafaltinson4516 2 месяца назад

      😂😂😂!...

    • @lovablemya
      @lovablemya Месяц назад

      😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @celticlightning9703
    @celticlightning9703 2 месяца назад +1

    I plan on buying a used Toyota or Honda in the next 2 months and I have a question. Is it a bad idea to bring my scan tool and plug it in to a prospective purchase? Or is that not allowed?