I see many 2003 -2005 Toyota Camry in South Australia .. i have 2004 Toyota Camry 4 cylinders 147.000 km cold air conditioning. Very good condition inside and outside,I sold 2 months ago for $6150 AUD,.. very good car i have all original starter motor and alternator… nothing wrong with the car
Just bought an 03 about a month ago with 107,000 miles for my first car. Good to know I made the right decision. I love this car and I’m going to drive it until it dies.
@@prodaxb last year but only caveat it was in the Philippines where I spend 6 months out of the year , I bought it from an elderly Chinese woman who bought it knew and kept it garaged
@@PanchoPistolas45 04-06 were the reliable 3.3 v6 (i.e. lexus es330) 3.0 were the old v6 1mzfe engines. So avoid those ones pre 2004. Better to just get the 4 banger camrys; saves you the headaches & maintenance.
Just received my Toyota Camry..2002 -2.4 liter , white LE edition , garage kept... Still smells new inside with 57,989 miles... New set of pirellis on it.. Life's good.!! Inheritance😊
Take care of it! Keeping it on top!! First of all, Clean the throttle body and MAF sensor. Check the spark plugs in case you need to replace them, and that’s it! You don’t have to worry for any other thing. 3 more years and that Camry will be an officially “Classic”. Enjoy!!!
My research: The transmission fluid needs 1 quart of ATF drained & refilled every 30k. Buy good brand water pump. Buy a Denso 221-0506 radiator rated for towing off Amazon . Inspect water pump monthly & have the better designed pump in your trunk ready. Your 2.4 L is going to have head gasket- like leak around 100K. The strong towing radiator will withstand said head gasket gases going into cooling system. Also, unscrew the reservoir cap so gases can escape thru there. Been driving this way for 40K when the owner was told she needed a new engine at dealership at 135K. It's now at 179K as daily driver. Still strong AC with original stock parts.
I love how you did a whole video of the best camry ever made! I always say the corolla 03-08 is the best looking corolla but the last reliable overbuilt toyota is this one. I have a 97 corolla its a tank just never dies!
A year and a half ago my 16 year olds first car was an 06 Camry with 117k on it. Phenomenal car until he was t boned about 3 months ago…what did we buy? Another 06 Camry XLE with 147k on it. HE was the one who said he wanted another Camry. They are absolutely beautifully built automobiles.
Love me a Toyota. I have 4 Camrys and a Sequoia. They are all older and require your basic maintenance but the engine and transmission run flawlessly. I appreciate older cars, a lot less expensive things that could brake.
same here all the newer cars I have just love love my daily 97 corolla, I will upgrade when this one dies if it ever does to this gen camry or an 03-08 corolla! just my favorite toyotas ever!
I just bought a 2002 Toyota Camry XLE that is in immaculate condition. One owner and the car was garage kept all these years with 50,000 original miles. I also have a 2021 Camry XSE all wheel drive and love them both.
O5 sportivo, 2.4 , had I’d 20 years 580 thousand km . Yes oil burning but not too bad, love it. And it has the spoiler on boot , trunk.. maintenance very easy.
Thank you for convincing me to keep my 2005 Camry with 231,000 miles. I was considering getting a different car due to high mileage and to have an Uber eligible car but I think I’ll keep it until it dies. Maintenance has always been done on it and I’ve never had any issues with it
2004 Camry with 250,000 miles. Love it. A/C still works. Drives and rides as good as the day I purchased it. Would not sell it even for $ 10,000 dollars. Why? Could not replace it with the same reliability and comfort. That’s Toyota.
Roger that! Vehicles starting around 20teens up to now are just pile of plastic legos… Toyota figured they could make more money if cars breaks down after 5 years instead of driving forever… 🖕 planned obsolescence!!!!
Have you had any issues with the paint? I have a 04 in blue and a gentleman at Walmart pulled up next to me and had the same year and same color and the same paint chipping problem so we were wondering if it was the year. (We also live in the desert so that also could be it)
Absolutely great video, I just bought a 2005 Camry LE for my college bound grandson who is such a grateful young man. My wife helped me repair some items that needed attention. At 70 yrs it was a project but it’s a fine car now. Thank you, I’m new to the channel. It’s great.
Oh that's a steal! We bought a 2006 XLE for a little over $7,000 with 159k two and a half years ago. It now has 210k miles and has never left us stranded. The only problem is the air conditioning but it makes sense, it's somewhat of an old car so that is to be expected.
@@VramanNoodles I just drove TODAY from Palm Springs, CA to Yuma, AZ in 110 degree heat in my 2004 camry le. Comfortable as can be with 209,000 miles and had to turn the a/c down while on the freeway. No, its NOT to be expected as it doesn't get much hotter than this and my Camry does the job. Have it checked.
@@VramanNoodles I know your comment was made two months ago but I thought I'd mention checking the cabin filter first. If it's dirty/clogged the a/c will seem weak but replacing it will really help if it's dirty. Plus, it's only about $20 for a cabin filter.
My bro has a 02' Camry V6 230k+ miles we patched up after an accident still smooth like butter engine and trans and gets up and goes. I have a 07' ES350 with 224k miles (98k on engine/trans). Hauls ass and still get up to 33 mpg highway!
Your video randomly popped up in my RUclips feed. I've got a heavy equipment and trucking business with farming somewhere in there. I'm up north of Helen Georgia. I've got a bazillion trucks, vans, cars, machines, motorcycles...etc. Barring our only choice of USA made work trucks and vans and old classic USA cars...I'm done with domestic vehicles. Done. Made my gf dump her ford escape eco boost awd suv for a 2016 Corolla. For Xmas, got her a second car: 2000 Avalon with bench seat and NO SUNROOF. Supposedly had something wrong with it (valve cover leaks and misfire). I out front brake pads on jt and two tires. At Xmas, the preacher and daughter who owned the Avalon just wanted to poor mouth it at their church to get a new car gifted to them. I siezed on their scheme and snagged the car for literally nothing. Slickest used car I've ever gotten! Like a fckn dream. But that missfire? It has 190k miles on it. Scan code says lean bank 1 and knock sensor. I think it's a vacuum leak. I should let you guys diagnose it, possible fix it if it's just a vacuum line (it acts like the vacuum pod isn't opening butterflies intermittently) and make a small video of how GREAT this car is. Omg it's so good. Love the channel! * we aren't helping the market availability with teaching others how good these older Toyotas are.... it should be secret 🤫
I have a 2002 Camry LE that has the V-6 in it. Had it since it was new. Still drives GREAT!! Gets about 520 miles to a tank. Or 28 to 30 miles a gallon on regular fuel. Leather interior and pretty much all the bells and whistles. Struts and brakes are needing to be replaced. But overall, zero complaints. I’d add the pic of the LE with the V-6 emblem. But it doesn’t allow me to do so. Loved your video on the Camry. Now, you got me wanting to go check my oil. Lol
My 03 doing same thing 290k miles but it just keeps starting I can’t imagine life without it 22 years I had it taught my 3 kids to drive, I’m more attached to the car than my dog
I sold these new 2004-2005 Remarkable car Really Many things built onto car You’ll never know The level of build quality Just the layers on bottom between you and the ground Brilliant Sound proofing
I drive an ‘08, which is basically similar, they get the job done and more. I was blessed enough to get the engine fixed and I’m so grateful for it, no more oil burning. Got the engine overhauled in August 2020, no oil burning since.
'03 2.4L w/ 130K miles. Bought it from an elderly original owner. She took good care of it. Only thing I've needed to do is replace the radiator (started leaking at year 20). Super simple repair, did it myself for $200 and 90 minutes. Doesn't burn or leak a drop of oil or any other fluid. Not sexy but has always started and runs perfectly. Love this car. Never plan to sell it.
This body style is actually bigger than the rest. Similar to Lexus ES back in the day. Paint is starting to go now. Might have to get it painted. Love my 2005.
I inherited a 2005 all black Camry SE (2.4) with the rear spoiler with original 30000km from my grandfather. My 07 Altima's CVT is about to go very soon at 200000Km so the Camry will be the daily driver. Everything you've mentioned here I agree with, awesome vehicle!
When I see a shiny minty Camry or corolla I see an 80s Mercedes. Just as the luxury and prestige in an old 300d was manifested in the sheer quality of construction and engineering, I believe toyota is no different. I absolutely love my corolla and keep the light grey interior absolutely spotless. Just love it ❤❤ People scratch their head when I say I believe toyota is an aspirational brand. Oh well
I got a 05 2.4 LE that came on trade at my work with true mileage unknown on the carfax. With the math and odo which has been swapped it has around 255k. It does burn some oil, I put 4 tires on it. I’ve put about 10k on it since I bought it and it has developed a timing chain tensioner noise. I’m getting the chains and full motor and trans mounts done on it and I cannot wait. I’ve cleaned it up quite a bit and love it. I agree with everything this video says I rave about the car all the time. It just does everything so well.
I preach it to those that just need reliable cheap transportation. Although a good condition 1999-2001 Camry is the best they are getting scarce with low miles and no rust. The cut year on low tension rings was 2007 on the 2.4L engine. 2006 is the last 2.4 youd want to buy. Love the video keep doing what you're doing it's definitely helping people I'm sure 👍
For my first car i have many choices. - Corolla 2001 - Camry 2002 - 2006 - Honda Accord 2004 - 2007 - Peugeot 206 This man just convinced me! Camry it is !!!!
I still own my 2005 Camry SE, bought it new with 3 miles on it. Now it has 144k miles. Still drives good and replace the alternator once. I'm keeping this car. Needs a good paint job. 4 cylinder good on gas mileage @ 32 mpg on hwy.
2002 Camry 172,000 miles and responds like a dream. Good tires, proper maintenance & Performance struts make this septuagenarian Parnelli James driver safe & sturdy on long haul road trips. I can’t drive 55!
Thanks for your good and best post to Toyota Camry. My 1988 Camry is running and with me everyday. It is one of the BEST car in the market at this time. 0401.2024.0401.2024.0401.2024 Los Angeles, Ca 2024.2024
Toyota guy here if you change the valve cover gasket. It usually will fix the oil burning. Not an exact science and I’m not a wrench. Just saying it worked for me after many RUclips tutorials 😂😂 love cars love Toyotas cheers
Man I’m so glad I got my Lexus ES330. Basically a V6 Camry with even more refinement, or a Lexus with the maintenance cost of a Camry. Either way an excellent car. Thanks Scotty 🤘🏼
I have a Japanese made 2002 se v6 with just about every option and it’s really nice. With heated leather seats and a pristine interior, and it runs beautifully.
About a month ago I bought a 2004 Camry XLE for $700. Very nice interior and really everything about the car. The catch is it had a blown head gasket and when I took the engine apart it apparently pulled the threads on the back three head bolts. It overheated and I looked online and apparently it’s a little more common with the 2AZ-FE’s then I initially thought. I fixed the issue with a Timesert kit and threw new parts at anything I see wrong, timing chain, tensioners, all new top end gaskets, etc. it runs and drives great now and I only spent about $2000 on the whole car including the price I bought it for. The problem with the head bolts pulling is the entire engine is aluminum with torque to yield head bolts. If it happens to overheat for some reason the threads are thin and stretch. It could happen to any of the ten bolts but is most common on the rear center three on the intake manifold side.
@@nolanboyd720 Gotcha. I just bought a low mile 04’ and have been hearing that one the head gasket goes chances are head bolt threads could be giving out. I want to get prepared if it happens to me. Love this car. Thanks.
The first car I purchased (after HS) was a 2002 Toyota Camry LE. Although, it was not the most comfortable, it was bulletproof! Fast forward...my kids drive a 2014 and 2011 Camry, plus we do all of our own maintenance.
I have a 06 Camry LE 3.0 v6 with almost 300k miles on it. Greatest car I have ever owned. I have had no major problems with it. Got it when it had 113k miles on it. I get about 24-25 mpg with the V6.
Have a 2004 Camry XLE with a 4 cylinder. I got it used and it has about 170k miles now. Best car I've ever owned for the past 14 or so years. I keep thinking about upgrades but haven't made any yet.
Nice video! I have a 2002 LE Japan build with leather interior and 5 speed manual sitting at ~135k now. It’s my road trip car as I got tired of feeding my v8 lx470. The Camry is truly a pleasure to drive with the 5 speed.
I've got the Toyota Camry XLE V6 and it's amazing. Almost 224,000 miles and only minor easy fixes besides oil changes and tires. Thought it was kinda weird when he said the v6's get 20. I've had my Camry V6 for almost 3 years and the lowest I've seen the average is 26 mpg. 30 mpg was the highest I've seen it as well so I would count the v6 as a gas guzzler. They can be pretty efficient as well.
I've got a 2015 V6 and it's a hoot. Also gets very good mileage (I get 27mpg in mixed driving) and doesn't have the issues some of the 4 cylinders have. 4 cylinder acceleration is frustrating, but with the 6 it's good fun.
Best car ever made hands-down. I’ve had three of them gave the last one to my son. He still driving it has 197,000 miles on it and only changed the oil and change the radiator that was it and other maintenance stuff like brakes and tires. they’re bulletproof cars.
Awesome video, my 2002 Camry LE has 324,611 miles, recently it started using a little oil, changed the pcv valve then I figured out it has a minor o-ring leak in cylinder 2 that's why it's burning oil. Need to get that fixed, but still runs amazing, not bad for a car that's about to be considered a classic in a few years😂
My wife purchased a Toyota Camry XLE in 2003. She still drives it daily. Other than routine oil changes, one set of brake shoes, the vehicle has never been in the shop. It is kept in the garage when not being driven, and therefore the paint is still in excellent condition. No one has ever ridden in the back seat and therefore the upholstery and floor mats are in excellent condition. Several times I have offered to buy her a later model and she refused each time. I drive a 2016 Camry XLE hybrid which she will not drive because it is push button start and not key. I have also owned a 2005 Tacoma, and a 2009 Tacoma I drove each of these vehicles more than 500,000 miles (my travels averaged 145,000 miles a year). In addition, I owned to Tundra's. The number of times we have had mechanical issues with any of these 6 vehicles is ZERO. Other Toyotas we have owned are a 1971 Toyota Corolla, and a 1973 Toyota Corona.
06" LE V6 336,000 KM, I have done some repairs but the one thing that has been perfect is zero oil issues. Switched over to a semi-synthetic and when I get the oil changed I am told that what comes out looks as good as what is going in. One of the best cars ever made and the V6 3.0 is a fantastic engine. I usually get 550 km city driving and over 750km highway on a tank of gas. The only complaint I have is that I have to replace the gas cap every couple of years. The seals tend to fail and then the check engine light comes on.
This is the engine that has the blown head gasket/loose head bolt problem. I understand it's really common on high mileage Camrys, although I bought one for my daughter several years ago that now has 265K miles and it hasn't blown yet.
It’s the valve seals not the piston rings that allow oil to go into the combustion chamber. When you start them it throws smoke out the tailpipe. This is only on cold starts. It also does happen on low mileage ones as it did it on my 2003 with 79k miles, 2003 with 115k miles and currently on our 2005 with 100k miles. Only on one of them was the smoke from exhaust really noticeable. Neither one burned enough oil between oil changes to have to add oil. They are also the most reliable of my cars and required ZERO repairs. Two of them driven to 200k miles then sold running good and current one zero repairs at 104k miles.
I have the same year vehicle with the v six engin There's 2 gripes I have about your video. You should have took care of the temple in the bumper. Left rear before filming presentation means a lot and number 2. You can get the key fives and go through the open up. The door turn it on the Ignition, open up the door twice. Turn on the Ignition, okay to have yourself some key 5 to automatically open your doors and your trunk. That's all
03 SE V6 3.0liter AT, cloth charcoal seats and interior w/metallic accents, spoiler- great body style. Bought it new back then and still driving it w/240kmi - installed a hitch- i can do a ton with this thing. MPG's really aren't bad, have gotten up to 33mpg's on hwy w/easy driving. 210hp is nice. No problems w/engine or tranny. Love the smooth power and ride, spacious interior, cruising w/the big sunroof open. Very satisfied- would buy another one. Just got done changing the motor mounts - the front one is an active mount- pricey part, but is part of the reason for the smoothness, i believe.
I have an 04 lexus es330 and and my uncle has an 04 camry le. The noticeable difference is mainly that the lexus feels more solid and has a nicer interior, but the camry gets better gas mileage and is cheaper to maintain. Early 2000s toyotas were incredible machines. This camry from this gen was indestructible.
Yet I know someone who killed one in a year of perfect maintenance because it has no quality control only reason they are good cars now is everyone scrapped every car that was as bad as his
just went from an 05 malibu to a 05 camry, very little issues, very clean interior minus headliner, very very little rust (midwest rust), 250k miles and only got it for 2 grand.
My 03 only has 138k miles. No oil burning. Im 61 years old. I will drive it until it dies or until i die, whichever comes first.
Amazing 🙏🏻💙
May you live Long, and your Camry ☺️
Sell it to me before you kick the bucket 😂
May u outlive ur car
I have a '04 Camry LE, bought new, that only has 73k miles on it! I'm 78 & hope to keep it for life!
Still drive & own my 2005 Camry. Solid as a tank. 350,000 kms & smooth as ever. Toronto Canada
You see them everywhere in Thornhill, Markham etc
I got same one too with 205k millage
I see many 2003 -2005 Toyota Camry in South Australia .. i have 2004 Toyota Camry 4 cylinders 147.000 km cold air conditioning. Very good condition inside and outside,I sold 2 months ago for $6150 AUD,.. very good car i have all original starter motor and alternator… nothing wrong with the car
My 2004 with 236k miles still run like 8 cylinder car in the fwy....love it.
Does it have unintended acceleration problem?
Driving 05 camry SE 220k kms, running smooth like butter. No leaks, no mechanical problems. Absolutely perfect❤️
2002 Toyota Camry owner with 172K miles.. Runs like it's brand new.. Toyota/Lexus quality and engineering. You can't beat it!
Nice, I’m about to crack 150k on mine.
The 3.0 V6 engine shared with the Lexus ES300 is what really makes this generation Camry extra special. They are very hard to find but well worth it.
BINGO have owned both es 300 and now 03 v6 camry, you basically have lexus with less luxury but my v6 xle is great 335k miles purrs like new
The Lexus ES models are readily available, 300, 330, 350----I've considered getting one. Ended up with an Accord V6 and so far, so good with that one.
Heyyy i got an 2005 xle
Just bought an 03 about a month ago with 107,000 miles for my first car. Good to know I made the right decision. I love this car and I’m going to drive it until it dies.
I lucked upon a 03 camry 4 cylinder with 40,000 miles on it .Got it for $3,800 couldn't be happier 😊
@@Sunmoon-gj9gy Wow that’s a really good price for that mileage. When did you buy it?
@@prodaxb last year but only caveat it was in the Philippines where I spend 6 months out of the year , I bought it from an elderly Chinese woman who bought it knew and kept it garaged
@@Sunmoon-gj9gy wow! Well done
@@Sunmoon-gj9gywait wait so did I hit the jackpot? I just got my 02 camry le 120,000 miles on it for 1,200 😅
I just bought a 2006 Camry with 46k original miles I love it!
absolute steal, have good driving experience man
@hakujona I found out today need new rack n pinion and head gasket so hopefully get that fixed and enjoy. Thank you Sir!
What the, it belongs in a museum dude. You got a catch
Bro I got mine with 37k original miles added about twice that now and it’s the best taking it everywhere and no problem
Ill give u 11k rn
I had a poster of a Toyota Camry on my wall as a teenager. It was right next to my poster of Natalie from Facts Of Life.
I drive a 04 v6 with 166k miles, never any issues, will drive until the wheels fall off
Is it the 3.0 or 3.3?
hows the gas
@@PanchoPistolas45 04-06 were the reliable 3.3 v6 (i.e. lexus es330)
3.0 were the old v6 1mzfe engines. So avoid those ones pre 2004.
Better to just get the 4 banger camrys; saves you the headaches & maintenance.
Still driving my 2006 Camry LE. 192K miles. I'm never letting go of this thing until I absolutely have to
Just received my Toyota Camry..2002 -2.4 liter , white LE edition , garage kept...
Still smells new inside with 57,989 miles...
New set of pirellis on it..
Life's good.!!
Inheritance😊
Take care of it! Keeping it on top!! First of all, Clean the throttle body and MAF sensor. Check the spark plugs in case you need to replace them, and that’s it! You don’t have to worry for any other thing. 3 more years and that Camry will be an officially “Classic”. Enjoy!!!
My research: The transmission fluid needs 1 quart of ATF drained & refilled every 30k. Buy good brand water pump. Buy a Denso 221-0506 radiator rated for towing off Amazon . Inspect water pump monthly & have the better designed pump in your trunk ready. Your 2.4 L is going to have head gasket- like leak around 100K. The strong towing radiator will withstand said head gasket gases going into cooling system. Also, unscrew the reservoir cap so gases can escape thru there. Been driving this way for 40K when the owner was told she needed a new engine at dealership at 135K. It's now at 179K as daily driver. Still strong AC with original stock parts.
I love how you did a whole video of the best camry ever made! I always say the corolla 03-08 is the best looking corolla but the last reliable overbuilt toyota is this one. I have a 97 corolla its a tank just never dies!
A year and a half ago my 16 year olds first car was an 06 Camry with 117k on it. Phenomenal car until he was t boned about 3 months ago…what did we buy? Another 06 Camry XLE with 147k on it. HE was the one who said he wanted another Camry. They are absolutely beautifully built automobiles.
Best generation ever made! And they are going up in value!! Had 3 of this generation go over 600K miles and never any major issues.
I loved my 2005 Camry bought it brand new but it was in an accident and had to junk it.
I just bought a 2006 Toyota I love it!!!
Love me a Toyota. I have 4 Camrys and a Sequoia. They are all older and require your basic maintenance but the engine and transmission run flawlessly. I appreciate older cars, a lot less expensive things that could brake.
same here all the newer cars I have just love love my daily 97 corolla, I will upgrade when this one dies if it ever does to this gen camry or an 03-08 corolla! just my favorite toyotas ever!
I just bought a 2002 Toyota Camry XLE that is in immaculate condition. One owner and the car was garage kept all these years with 50,000 original miles. I also have a 2021 Camry XSE all wheel drive and love them both.
O5 sportivo, 2.4 , had I’d 20 years 580 thousand km . Yes oil burning but not too bad, love it. And it has the spoiler on boot , trunk.. maintenance very easy.
Why have I just discovered this account. 😆 This video is spot on. I am still driving a 2005 Camry.
Absolutely loved your video on the 2005 Camry. Please keep on creating great content like this! Truthful, Raw, and " Blue Collar Wholesome "!
Thank you for convincing me to keep my 2005 Camry with 231,000 miles.
I was considering getting a different car due to high mileage and to have an Uber eligible car but I think I’ll keep it until it dies. Maintenance has always been done on it and I’ve never had any issues with it
If your car is still reliabl, keep it bro especially right now car market is terrible
2004 Camry with 250,000 miles. Love it. A/C still works. Drives and rides as good as the day I purchased it. Would not sell it even for $ 10,000 dollars. Why? Could not replace it with the same reliability and comfort. That’s Toyota.
How many cylinders is yours?
@@wakawaka1976 2.4 4cyl.
Roger that! Vehicles starting around 20teens up to now are just pile of plastic legos… Toyota figured they could make more money if cars breaks down after 5 years instead of driving forever… 🖕 planned obsolescence!!!!
Have you had any issues with the paint? I have a 04 in blue and a gentleman at Walmart pulled up next to me and had the same year and same color and the same paint chipping problem so we were wondering if it was the year. (We also live in the desert so that also could be it)
@@kriswhite1249yes that gen Camry is just like that the paint and clear coat peals off it’s normal
I love my 2004 Camry like a good suit, it's never out of style and sooo dependable.
I have an 02 with 216k miles. It has had very few repairs and still runs great. I bought it in 2003 with 25k miles.
Absolutely great video, I just bought a 2005 Camry LE for my college bound grandson who is such a grateful young man.
My wife helped me repair some items that needed attention. At 70 yrs it was a project but it’s a fine car now. Thank you, I’m new to the channel. It’s great.
Bought one today with 160k for my 16yo. $3500. Your Video makes me feel better about the decision. Thanks
Oh that's a steal! We bought a 2006 XLE for a little over $7,000 with 159k two and a half years ago. It now has 210k miles and has never left us stranded. The only problem is the air conditioning but it makes sense, it's somewhat of an old car so that is to be expected.
@@VramanNoodles I just drove TODAY from Palm Springs, CA to Yuma, AZ in 110 degree heat in my 2004 camry le. Comfortable as can be with 209,000 miles and had to turn the a/c down while on the freeway. No, its NOT to be expected as it doesn't get much hotter than this and my Camry does the job. Have it checked.
@@VramanNoodles I know your comment was made two months ago but I thought I'd mention checking the cabin filter first. If it's dirty/clogged the a/c will seem weak but replacing it will really help if it's dirty. Plus, it's only about $20 for a cabin filter.
2002 4 cylinder owner here. 175k and counting. Hoping to get 500,000 miles
Blessings I hope you do
I have a 2003 with 291000 miles, original engine and transmission, smooooth. Love it. I have a 2009 XLE V6 also with 191000 miles no problems ever
My bro has a 02' Camry V6 230k+ miles we patched up after an accident still smooth like butter engine and trans and gets up and goes. I have a 07' ES350 with 224k miles (98k on engine/trans). Hauls ass and still get up to 33 mpg highway!
Your video randomly popped up in my RUclips feed. I've got a heavy equipment and trucking business with farming somewhere in there. I'm up north of Helen Georgia. I've got a bazillion trucks, vans, cars, machines, motorcycles...etc. Barring our only choice of USA made work trucks and vans and old classic USA cars...I'm done with domestic vehicles. Done. Made my gf dump her ford escape eco boost awd suv for a 2016 Corolla. For Xmas, got her a second car: 2000 Avalon with bench seat and NO SUNROOF. Supposedly had something wrong with it (valve cover leaks and misfire). I out front brake pads on jt and two tires. At Xmas, the preacher and daughter who owned the Avalon just wanted to poor mouth it at their church to get a new car gifted to them. I siezed on their scheme and snagged the car for literally nothing. Slickest used car I've ever gotten! Like a fckn dream. But that missfire? It has 190k miles on it. Scan code says lean bank 1 and knock sensor. I think it's a vacuum leak. I should let you guys diagnose it, possible fix it if it's just a vacuum line (it acts like the vacuum pod isn't opening butterflies intermittently) and make a small video of how GREAT this car is. Omg it's so good. Love the channel! * we aren't helping the market availability with teaching others how good these older Toyotas are.... it should be secret 🤫
Love my 05’ I bought it last year with only 31K miles, just reached 40, no problems so far. Things gonna run
I have a 2002 Camry LE that has the V-6 in it. Had it since it was new. Still drives GREAT!! Gets about 520 miles to a tank. Or 28 to 30 miles a gallon on regular fuel. Leather interior and pretty much all the bells and whistles. Struts and brakes are needing to be replaced. But overall, zero complaints. I’d add the pic of the LE with the V-6 emblem. But it doesn’t allow me to do so. Loved your video on the Camry. Now, you got me wanting to go check my oil. Lol
Love my 2003 Camry 2.4 278k miles, check fluids frequently and keep on rolling
Do you mean your 2003 Camry has 2,427,000 miles on it, 2.4 million miles?
I love my 2003 Pontiac Vibe. 2004 Toyota Camry will be my next car when mine dies.
Excellent content bro. It didn't feel like 20mins of my time at all. I'm certainly gonna buy one of these in the coming month.
My 04 Camry LE is at 250k miles, burning oil like crazy, and is definitely fighting for its life but god do I love it
My 03 doing same thing 290k miles but it just keeps starting I can’t imagine life without it 22 years I had it taught my 3 kids to drive, I’m more attached to the car than my dog
Get it checked... probably something minor
Toyota may replace engine for free
Is it V6?
@@peterbovaV6?
I sold these new
2004-2005
Remarkable car
Really
Many things built onto car
You’ll never know
The level of build quality
Just the layers on bottom between you and the ground
Brilliant
Sound proofing
I drive an ‘08, which is basically similar, they get the job done and more. I was blessed enough to get the engine fixed and I’m so grateful for it, no more oil burning. Got the engine overhauled in August 2020, no oil burning since.
'03 2.4L w/ 130K miles. Bought it from an elderly original owner. She took good care of it. Only thing I've needed to do is replace the radiator (started leaking at year 20). Super simple repair, did it myself for $200 and 90 minutes. Doesn't burn or leak a drop of oil or any other fluid. Not sexy but has always started and runs perfectly. Love this car. Never plan to sell it.
Please review Camry 1998-2001 generation, the queen of reliability
Which is the king? 3rd or 5th gen camry? Or something else?
This body style is actually bigger than the rest. Similar to Lexus ES back in the day. Paint is starting to go now. Might have to get it painted. Love my 2005.
Very underrated.
I am so pleased with it and I take good care of it, and it rides like a brand new car with about 267,000 mileage
I inherited a 2005 all black Camry SE (2.4) with the rear spoiler with original 30000km from my grandfather. My 07 Altima's CVT is about to go very soon at 200000Km so the Camry will be the daily driver. Everything you've mentioned here I agree with, awesome vehicle!
When I see a shiny minty Camry or corolla I see an 80s Mercedes. Just as the luxury and prestige in an old 300d was manifested in the sheer quality of construction and engineering, I believe toyota is no different. I absolutely love my corolla and keep the light grey interior absolutely spotless. Just love it ❤❤
People scratch their head when I say I believe toyota is an aspirational brand. Oh well
I have a 99 camry and it won't die. And I'm currently looking at 05.....
My 2004 wirh 236k miles on it still running like a 8 cylinder car on the fwy....oil maybe 1 1/4 consumption every 4000 miles....love it.
I just bought mine yesterday and tbh honest it’s amazing.
I got a 05 2.4 LE that came on trade at my work with true mileage unknown on the carfax. With the math and odo which has been swapped it has around 255k. It does burn some oil, I put 4 tires on it. I’ve put about 10k on it since I bought it and it has developed a timing chain tensioner noise. I’m getting the chains and full motor and trans mounts done on it and I cannot wait. I’ve cleaned it up quite a bit and love it. I agree with everything this video says I rave about the car all the time. It just does everything so well.
I preach it to those that just need reliable cheap transportation. Although a good condition 1999-2001 Camry is the best they are getting scarce with low miles and no rust. The cut year on low tension rings was 2007 on the 2.4L engine. 2006 is the last 2.4 youd want to buy. Love the video keep doing what you're doing it's definitely helping people I'm sure 👍
No rust?
I heard the 3rd generation camrys were the best engines. And the 5th generation close to it.
Bought a 2005 Camry xle w 11.000 miles in 2021 n ow it had 34,000 miles this car will drive forever!!!
For my first car i have many choices.
- Corolla 2001
- Camry 2002 - 2006
- Honda Accord 2004 - 2007
- Peugeot 206
This man just convinced me! Camry it is !!!!
It is definitely the most reliable conpared to the rest of your list.
I still own my 2005 Camry SE, bought it new with 3 miles on it. Now it has 144k miles. Still drives good and replace the alternator once. I'm keeping this car. Needs a good paint job. 4 cylinder good on gas mileage @ 32 mpg on hwy.
2002 Camry 172,000 miles and responds like a dream. Good tires, proper maintenance & Performance struts make this septuagenarian Parnelli James driver safe & sturdy on long haul road trips.
I can’t drive 55!
Thanks for your good and best post to Toyota Camry. My 1988 Camry is running and with me everyday. It is one of the BEST car in the market at this time. 0401.2024.0401.2024.0401.2024 Los Angeles, Ca 2024.2024
Toyota guy here if you change the valve cover gasket. It usually will fix the oil burning. Not an exact science and I’m not a wrench. Just saying it worked for me after many RUclips tutorials 😂😂 love cars love Toyotas cheers
When I was younger I thought the Ferrari F355 was the best car in the world, boy did I sleep on the 05 Camry.
Man I’m so glad I got my Lexus ES330. Basically a V6 Camry with even more refinement, or a Lexus with the maintenance cost of a Camry. Either way an excellent car.
Thanks Scotty 🤘🏼
I bought a 05 xle v6 250k miles last year and I love it, had to replace the brakes though, but other than that it seems perfect
Great review! Toyota has been a great product line for me!
Just did a full tune up on my 2004 2.4L, at 150,000.
Incredible car.
I have a Japanese made 2002 se v6 with just about every option and it’s really nice. With heated leather seats and a pristine interior, and it runs beautifully.
About a month ago I bought a 2004 Camry XLE for $700. Very nice interior and really everything about the car. The catch is it had a blown head gasket and when I took the engine apart it apparently pulled the threads on the back three head bolts. It overheated and I looked online and apparently it’s a little more common with the 2AZ-FE’s then I initially thought. I fixed the issue with a Timesert kit and threw new parts at anything I see wrong, timing chain, tensioners, all new top end gaskets, etc. it runs and drives great now and I only spent about $2000 on the whole car including the price I bought it for. The problem with the head bolts pulling is the entire engine is aluminum with torque to yield head bolts. If it happens to overheat for some reason the threads are thin and stretch. It could happen to any of the ten bolts but is most common on the rear center three on the intake manifold side.
Did the helicoils for the head bolts hold up so far?
@@thecars570 yeah, they work great. Just make sure to go with the 2az-fe timesert kit and not helicoils.
@@nolanboyd720
Gotcha.
I just bought a low mile 04’ and have been hearing that one the head gasket goes chances are head bolt threads could be giving out.
I want to get prepared if it happens to me.
Love this car.
Thanks.
The first car I purchased (after HS) was a 2002 Toyota Camry LE. Although, it was not the most comfortable, it was bulletproof! Fast forward...my kids drive a 2014 and 2011 Camry, plus we do all of our own maintenance.
I have a 2005 Camry CE with a manual transmission! Best car Ever. It has 130K and in Really good condition. Make me an offer.
You......you.......you're good you! How is it you don't have over 100,000 subscribers? You just got one more. Well done.
I got 05 camry and i love it
i have this one almost 22 years and still going strong...
I have a 06 Camry LE 3.0 v6 with almost 300k miles on it. Greatest car I have ever owned. I have had no major problems with it. Got it when it had 113k miles on it. I get about 24-25 mpg with the V6.
Have a 2004 Camry XLE with a 4 cylinder. I got it used and it has about 170k miles now. Best car I've ever owned for the past 14 or so years. I keep thinking about upgrades but haven't made any yet.
Nice video! I have a 2002 LE Japan build with leather interior and 5 speed manual sitting at ~135k now. It’s my road trip car as I got tired of feeding my v8 lx470. The Camry is truly a pleasure to drive with the 5 speed.
They're great in the snow too
I've got the Toyota Camry XLE V6 and it's amazing. Almost 224,000 miles and only minor easy fixes besides oil changes and tires. Thought it was kinda weird when he said the v6's get 20. I've had my Camry V6 for almost 3 years and the lowest I've seen the average is 26 mpg. 30 mpg was the highest I've seen it as well so I would count the v6 as a gas guzzler. They can be pretty efficient as well.
It's a 2006. Forgot to put the year
wouldn't
You forgot to mention some had head stud issues other than the oil burning but great vid either way!
I've got a 2015 V6 and it's a hoot. Also gets very good mileage (I get 27mpg in mixed driving) and doesn't have the issues some of the 4 cylinders have. 4 cylinder acceleration is frustrating, but with the 6 it's good fun.
i drove my 03 without changing the oil in 14k miles... and it still drives flawlessly
I have an 04 with 300k and a 98 with 200k. Love both of them, plan on keeping them on the road for a long time
Good job dude.u r a natural youtuber.i got me a 2005 with 75k.i am 64 and maybe it will be last car.it was dad's last...hell of a right...
I owned an 06 LE. Really liked daily driving it. Not from a performance standpoint. Another car from this era: Nissan Maxima
Very good informative video 👍
Best car ever made hands-down. I’ve had three of them gave the last one to my son. He still driving it has 197,000 miles on it and only changed the oil and change the radiator that was it and other maintenance stuff like brakes and tires. they’re bulletproof cars.
Awesome video, my 2002 Camry LE has 324,611 miles, recently it started using a little oil, changed the pcv valve then I figured out it has a minor o-ring leak in cylinder 2 that's why it's burning oil. Need to get that fixed, but still runs amazing, not bad for a car that's about to be considered a classic in a few years😂
The opposite of Grumpy! Great fun, thanks 😊
My wife purchased a Toyota Camry XLE in 2003. She still drives it daily. Other than routine oil changes, one set of brake shoes, the vehicle has never been in the shop. It is kept in the garage when not being driven, and therefore the paint is still in excellent condition. No one has ever ridden in the back seat and therefore the upholstery and floor mats are in excellent condition. Several times I have offered to buy her a later model and she refused each time. I drive a 2016 Camry XLE hybrid which she will not drive because it is push button start and not key. I have also owned a 2005 Tacoma, and a 2009 Tacoma I drove each of these vehicles more than 500,000 miles (my travels averaged 145,000 miles a year). In addition, I owned to Tundra's. The number of times we have had mechanical issues with any of these 6 vehicles is ZERO. Other Toyotas we have owned are a 1971 Toyota Corolla, and a 1973 Toyota Corona.
“Proper American size cup holder” HELL YEAH BROTHER😂
Great summary. Got a 01 corrolla and now upgrading too a camry. They are cheap in Australia.
I bought a brand new Camry(Made in Japan) in 2002, it is still running well. I put 265000 km into it, it is still running good.
06" LE V6 336,000 KM, I have done some repairs but the one thing that has been perfect is zero oil issues. Switched over to a semi-synthetic and when I get the oil changed I am told that what comes out looks as good as what is going in. One of the best cars ever made and the V6 3.0 is a fantastic engine. I usually get 550 km city driving and over 750km highway on a tank of gas. The only complaint I have is that I have to replace the gas cap every couple of years. The seals tend to fail and then the check engine light comes on.
I still see TONS of these on the roads 💪
Mechanics give the best car reviews!!!!
Bros belt is really doing its job.
😂😂
@@AyebakuroTech am I lying 😂
This is the engine that has the blown head gasket/loose head bolt problem. I understand it's really common on high mileage Camrys, although I bought one for my daughter several years ago that now has 265K miles and it hasn't blown yet.
It’s the valve seals not the piston rings that allow oil to go into the combustion chamber. When you start them it throws smoke out the tailpipe. This is only on cold starts. It also does happen on low mileage ones as it did it on my 2003 with 79k miles, 2003 with 115k miles and currently on our 2005 with 100k miles. Only on one of them was the smoke from exhaust really noticeable. Neither one burned enough oil between oil changes to have to add oil. They are also the most reliable of my cars and required ZERO repairs. Two of them driven to 200k miles then sold running good and current one zero repairs at 104k miles.
My spark plugs was wet when changed, oil came from valves , burned half quart at a thousand miles
I just bought a 2005 Toyota Camry LE! Only 105k miles in great shape runs like new
Very underrated channel, you are doing great! Love the videos!
I have the same year vehicle with the v six engin There's 2 gripes I have about your video. You should have took care of the temple in the bumper. Left rear before filming presentation means a lot and number 2. You can get the key fives and go through the open up. The door turn it on the Ignition, open up the door twice. Turn on the Ignition, okay to have yourself some key 5 to automatically open your doors and your trunk. That's all
I bought 2, 00’s Camrys just this months because of how much I love 4th gen Camrys I know these are different but still
03 SE V6 3.0liter AT, cloth charcoal seats and interior w/metallic accents, spoiler- great body style. Bought it new back then and still driving it w/240kmi - installed a hitch- i can do a ton with this thing. MPG's really aren't bad, have gotten up to 33mpg's on hwy w/easy driving. 210hp is nice. No problems w/engine or tranny. Love the smooth power and ride, spacious interior, cruising w/the big sunroof open. Very satisfied- would buy another one. Just got done changing the motor mounts - the front one is an active mount- pricey part, but is part of the reason for the smoothness, i believe.
The Camry was redesigned for the 2007 model year It got a refresh for the 2005 model year with minor changes to the headlights and tailights
In 05 it got those cosmetic changes as well as updating to a 5 speed transmission vs a 4 speed, and gaining audio controls on the steering wheel
I have an 04 lexus es330 and and my uncle has an 04 camry le. The noticeable difference is mainly that the lexus feels more solid and has a nicer interior, but the camry gets better gas mileage and is cheaper to maintain. Early 2000s toyotas were incredible machines. This camry from this gen was indestructible.
Yet I know someone who killed one in a year of perfect maintenance because it has no quality control only reason they are good cars now is everyone scrapped every car that was as bad as his
My 04, never gets out of style. Not the car i wanted before but i a
Glad i got that baby. It’s a shame that we are going to path ways soon. 😩
just went from an 05 malibu to a 05 camry, very little issues, very clean interior minus headliner, very very little rust (midwest rust), 250k miles and only got it for 2 grand.