1997 Toyota Avalon xl review from North America
"Best sedan ever made"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission filter, CV joint, and both front axles replaced at 222k.
Cleaned air horn and O2 sensor, tune-up (spark plugs, wires, cap and rotor), and air and fuel filter replaced at 225k.
Now needs tires and brakes and a motor for the front drivers side window. It needs a paint job too, and the engine light has been on for while now. But hey its still running good as my wife's Jaguar and my 2003 Lexus.
General comments?
At 230,000 miles this car is still rugged, reliable and fun to drive just as it was brand new, and I'm never afraid to take it anywhere far. I will always stay with Toyota/Lexus.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 20 miles |
| Most recent distance | 230000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 24th April, 2008 |