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Toyota Avalon 2008-2010
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Re: 2009 Maintenance Question [lotlizzard]
I have a 2008 LTD with 178,000 miles - car runs beautifully, I have not changed any of the fluids other than oil (Mobil 1). I have not touched the AC. My daughter has a 1999 Toyota Solara - the AC runs great - never touched to date. With regards to brake fluid - contaminatiion darkens it. Toyota builds a great product - isn't that part of the reason why we ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Timing Belt Questions
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How to know if your Avalon has an interference engine
I just did a bunch of research and found the following regarding Toyota Avalons: The 3.0 V6 with VVTi is interference whereas the standard 3.0 V6 without VVTi is NOT interference. Source: http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/154-1st-generation-1995-1999/357910-avalon-v6-- interference-engine.html VVTi was introduced in 1999 on the 2nd Generation Avalons. But the 1st Generation Avalons were still made and sold in 1999 and they did not have VVTi. So if your car is 1999, like mine, find ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Fuel and Fuel System Questions
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Re: Premium Fuel [fin]
Incorrect: http://consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com/1995-to-1999-toyota-avalon-6.htm States that premium fuel is required for the 1999 I have used in in the car since I owned it and have NEVER had a issue now it has 180K and sill runs like new. Consumer Guide® Road-Test Evaluation Except for more body lean and understeer on twisting roads, an Avalon drives much like the Toyota Camry. Although the Avalon's suspension is firmer, it still absorbs most bumps. Even ... Read More
2011 Toyota Avalon
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Re: Done! [bergamini]
Yes I did pick up the 2010 Avalon Ltd on Saturday! Mine has the light gray interior too. You will like the light gray in your 2011, I'm sure. So far so good.......the smart key seems pretty easy to get accustomed to. My husband is 6'3" and thinks the headroom is quite good. Love the upgrades since our last Avalon (1999!)...so missing out on some of the features in the 2011 ... Read More
Toyota Avalon 2004 and earlier
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So close to death
TOYOTA DEAL: HERE COMES THE SLUDGE JUDGE Mark Rechtin, Automotive News / January 8, 2007 LOS ANGELES -- Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. Inc. has quietly settled a class-action lawsuit that covers about 3.5 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles that may have been damaged by engine oil sludge. Details of the settlement, which allows for third-party mediation of sludge claims rejected by Toyota, have been mailed to 7.5 million current and previous ... Read More
Toyota Avalon - Remotes, Remote Start, Door Locks and Security System Questions
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remote and security not working
I recently bought toyota avalon 1999. I received one remote which is not working. Dealer told me that it should be the dead battery. But it is still not working after replacing the battery. The red led on the remote is working on the remote this means remote is fine. But it is not able to lock/unlock doors of my car. My power doors are working as I am able to ... Read More
Toyota Avalon 2004 and earlier
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The American Toyota
Needing some advice from other Avalon Owners. Looking to buy a 1999 in impecable condition with 77K miles on it. Now my mechanic says to steer clear of the Avalons specifically, and go for another toyota, siting the fact that they are American made and therefore faulty. (My question would be--how much different could they be if still from the same company standards? Maybe this logic doesn't work in this case). ... Read More
2010 Toyota Avalon
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Re: Avalon Replacement? [rpfingsten]
I got the same reaction at my local dealership. However, if the past is any indication, the 2009 model should be the last year for this generation of the Toyota Avalon. The first generation was from 1995 through 1999, the second generation from 2000 through 2004, and now the third generation from 2005 through 2009. I believe we will see something new for the fourth generation in 2010. I am wondering ... Read More
Toyota Avalon 2005-2007
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Re: Avalon's Future? [weavercity]
So the question Toyota needs to answer is "Is it worth keeping arround?" The business case has been done, and the conclusion at this time is, it's not worth keeping around, or at least not worth a redesign. They're going to replace it with a stretched version of the Camry, called a Camry XL. I can only speak for myself, who has loved the Avalon since 1999. A long Camry would ... Read More
Buying a Used Avalon
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Re: Looking at two 2000 avalons [dreameral]
I just bought a 2000 Toyota avalon XLS private sale for $7000 CAD. The couple that sold it to me were really cool people. I was a bit worried because you never know what your going to get from a private sale. But all I had to change was the starter and even though it does need some suspension work, the car looks and feels brand new and rides smoothly and ... Read More
Mainstream Large Sedans Comparison
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Re: 2009 Lucerne [kdshapiro]
Try $1200 or less to replace a 4 speed transmission in a Buick(or other GM with one). Yes, the new GM 5-6 speed models are also similarly pricey, so the smart money is on the older 4 speed design. That's some serious money saved, and last I checked, they are very reliable as all of the bugs have been worked out. It's not a fun car. But it's virtually as reliable ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Audio Questions
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auxiliary input for 99 avalon
I have a 1999 Toyota Avalon with a factory installed stereo that includes a CD Player. I wanna play ipod using auxiliary input. how should i do that?
Toyota Avalon 2004 and earlier
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1999 Avalon
I am looking at a 1999 Toyota Avalon. I have heard reports in here about the more recent ones of how they have trnasmission probs and other oddities. Can somebody tell me what to expect from a 1999 Avalon? What kind of mileage could they run as high as before the car was done for? It has 149,000 miles on it.
Toyota Avalon 2005-2007
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Re: 08 Avalon plood [bobwiley]
It is a well documented scenario that the recent Toyota DBW software would intentionally delay the engagement of tranny - to avoid excessive wear on drive shaft as reported on early Lexus RX. Technically, it is unlike, e.g., the recent MBZ 7-gear tranny issue or 1999-2004 Honda tranny where the tranny hardware actually failed. To the average consumers, that shows up as "problematic" and "quirky". All is true. Maybe Toyota should ... Read More
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Re: Steering column knock being repaired; also tranny TSB [mariod]
First it was merely a question, not an attack, as was yours. If I got zapped as you did I most certainly would want to move on, not pour salt in the wound. Second, my comment on wonderful comments was something called SARCASM, if you look carefully you will see it in my response. I email toyotacares.com everything negative and tell them to tell corporate to SHAPE UP. Thirdly, don't get ... Read More
Toyota Avalon (Prior to 2005) Transmission Questions
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Third replacement transmission on 99 Avalon
My wife's 1999 Avalon XL has had all transmission servicing recommended by Toyota dealer and our dependable local mechanic. We replaced the transmission for the FIRST time at 69k miles with a Toyota rebuilt transmission. Ten months later at 79k a SECOND Toyota rebuilt transmission was installed because of rough, jarring shifts and unusual grinding. It did not work properly (same problems) and after 300 miles was replaced with a THIRD ... Read More
Toyota Avalon - To Buy or Not to Buy?
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Re: 1999 Avalon XLS with 90K miles [rerrabolu]
Ramesh...couple of points to consider on the 99 avalon.. first of all, you asked if it would be worth paying the 2500 in repairs to fix the car... well that also would depend on how much they are selling the car for. If it's a real bargain, then maybe worth it, but if the price is high, and then you still have to add 2500 to it, then maybe not. I ... Read More
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1999 Avalon XLS with 90K miles
Hi, I recently came across an 1999 Avalon XLS for sale that had low mileage - 90K miles. I had the car inspected by Toyota dealership for a pre-buy checkup. The following is what they reported to me. 1. The front and rear brakes need to be replaced. The rotors are warped and brake pads almost half gone. 2. The timing belt is likely to be done. 3. The fan belt ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Engine Questions
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engine sludge settlement
Hello Boys....since I purchased my 07 XLS Avy, I've read several posts where people have had complaints with engine sludge problems. Well so far nothing like that with my car (yet) but I did read an article today that I thought would be of interest to you. bewarned.. it's long, but you might want to print it out for future reference, just in case. here it is... Toyota Agrees to Sludge ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Electrical System Questions
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Re: 1999 AVALON TRACTION CONTROL OFF LIGHT [rstuck]
Usually happens when an error code is stored. Anytime the engine has a problem, the ECM detects it and shuts off the trac control. Don't know why Toyota did that. Check for an error code 1st. Also, does it come on after you start the engine like within 3 seconds or so, or does it come on while driving? Steve
Hyundai Azera vs Toyota Avalon vs Ford Taurus vs Chevrolet Impala
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Re: Hyundai Azera vs Toyota Avalon vs Ford 500 vs Chevrolet Impala [snakeweasel]
I've had a couple of cars that received black circles in CR for reliability (1991 Ford Escort and 1999 Mercury Cougar) and I put a lot of miles on both of them (180K on Escort and 125K on Cougar). Since I put a lot of highway miles on the cars, they were "easy" miles, and the Escort was trouble-free until about 110K miles when I had to replace an alternater and ... Read More
Best Vehicles for Taller/Larger Drivers
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Re: Bench seats needed. [frostyr]
I respectfully disagree. You have mentioned you are 6'4" but have not stated your weight or waist size (and I am not inquiring!) I am 6'5, weigh 215 lbs, and have a 40-inch waist. Although my doctor tells me to lose a few pounds, I'm not particularly wide given my height. The bottom line is, I don't have problems with bucket seats or center consoles. The two vehicles in the family ... Read More
Toyota Avalon 2004 and earlier
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Re: White smoke out the tailpipe [platinumxtc]
You may have the engine sludge problem. Providing that you have the maintenance documentation (or can get the maintenance records from a Toyota dealer) to prove that the vehicle was properly maintained, then Toyota will cover this under an 8 year special warranty. This is right off the Toyota Owner Info website: Engine Oil Gel - Customer Support Program Question What is Toyota's Customer Support Program for engine oil gel? Answer ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Climate Control Questions
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Air conditioner malfunction on 1998
I just bought a used 1998 avalon with about 68K miles. The next week the AC stopped working, controls became inoperable, outside temperature light went blank. AC returned to normal on later starts. Then it would quit again. I researched and found this was in a technical service bulletin from Toyota in Dec. 1999. 3 parts had to be replaced. It was a warranty repair under basic warranty up to 36K ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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2006 Avalon Price
This answers a lot of previous posts. I emailed 22 dealers in mid-Texas, NE Oklahoma, Eastern Arkansas, SW and mid-west Missouri and mid-east Kansas telling them exactly what I wanted. A 2006 Black with Ivory interior, Avalon Limited, with only trunk and floor mats, XM radio, and Vehicle Stability. I sent the emails a couple of days before Thanksgiving. I told them that I was in no hurry since I was ... Read More
Toyota Avalon (Prior to 2005) Transmission Questions
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Re: Transmission Problems already? 01 Avalon with 93K [coester]
I put 92k on a 1999 XL and the car drove like a new one when traded for an '03 XL. Toyota has issues, yes. You can read about them in this and other forums. Brake pads wear too soon, rotors are too thin, front struts are weak.. all kinds of stuff. But Avalon transmissions are built to run 200k+ if properly maintained. You must change the fluid at 30k max ... Read More
Toyota Avalon 2004 and earlier
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Re: Avalon 1999 -- roadh handling - what to do? [55396]
Jerry: Thanks for the good words. We live in very Upstate, NY, near the Canadian border. We have winters similar to yours, although last year was without much snow, but bitterly cold. I also run 15" H rated winter tires during the six months, same size as original equipment on all four wheels. I think between all things, you have to decide which car is of more use. I had just ... Read More
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Re: Avalon 1999 -- roadh handling - what to do? [55396]
55396: These are all very good questions. Realize, I have to qualify my responses and they are ALL in my opinion, although I have considerable experience with this car now, and most of the service managers give me a deer in the headlights look when I start popping specifications at them. I will try to answer your questions in the order you have posted for everyone. 1. Yes, this was the ... Read More
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Re: Avalon 1999 -- roadh handling - what to do? [abfisch]
Hi AB. We just drove an 05 Avalon. I had driven one before, but my wife had not. I really wanted to compare the Touring to the other models, but they had none. Of course, my wife loved it. The 05 feels more like my LS400, a heavier, more taut, buttoned up feel. I like the appearance of our 03 better than the 05, after I tricked it out (I posted ... Read More
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Re: Avalon 1999 -- roadh handling - what to do? [adriver]
Adriver: Not sure the condition of your vehicle nor what actualy you mean by the back hanging down too low. However, this is what I would do seriously, versus the other post that answered in a less serious form. This is all MY OPINION, but I have down ALL of this with my 02 Avalon. 1. Find a very good reputable Mechanic, wheel alignment; axle, frame place. They seem to be ... Read More
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Re: Avalon 1999 -- road handling - what to do? [adriver]
Good morning, adriver. You wrote "[My 1999 Avalon] ..."drives ok but I am feeling the bumps on the road much more than I want to. And the back seems to hang low from the road." OK, let's take these one at a time. They may be related, but let's try to solve each individually. Bumps in the road: Check you tire pressures. Most normal people use a pressure gauge, but if ... Read More
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Avalon 1999 -- roadh handling - what to do?
Hi, Just bought an Avalon 1999, 75K miles; Everything about the car is great except for road handling - It drives ok but I am feeling the bumps on the road much more than I want to. And the back seems to hang low from the road. I really want to improve the handling - after reading this forum, I am thinking I need struts if not other things also - ... Read More
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Improving ride of 2000 XLS
I just read many messages on Avalon suspension weaknesses. I own a 2000 XLS with 38 000 miles, made in december 1999. I just changed the four struts and struts mounts for Toyota factory struts and mounts at my Toyota dealer and paid the big price. I am completely dissatisfied with the result. The ride is bouncy on bumps and dips, as is the shocks were not working properly. The chief ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Engine Questions
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hard shaking or idleing
today while driving home from work, my 1999 toyota avalon began suddenly idling hard. it almost felt like it was shaking. and when i would let off the breaks slowly, it became worse. i could even feel it on the highway a little. i know nothing about cars, and was wondering if anyone had any ideas for me before i go to the mechanic. last time i experrienced something like this ... Read More
Toyota Avalon 2005-2007
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Hello 05 Avalon Forum
I am a big Avalon fan ;) and I’ve just found this forum….sure wish I had found it earlier. Lots of good info posted here and I am an internet forum junkie. My boss put me onto the Avy back in 99, and I have owned a 1999 and 2003. Both were trouble free. I am a 50+ female professional who fits right into the demographics that this car is targeted ... Read More
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second trip
The completely remodeled 2000 Avalon showed up in the showrroms on February 18h, 1999. I went to see it, and liked it. I wanted a black XLS. When I got home I called five dealers in the area and asked them to call me when they had a black XLS. The next day I received a call from one of them, and they had a black XLS on their lot. I ... Read More
Toyota Avalon 2004 and earlier
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fin and rattlecage
Fin: Honda's transmission problems are huge, usually involving cars with V6 engines from the 1999 model year through the first half of the 2004 model year. My Acura is one of the 600,000 recalled for transmission inspection and modification, or if needed, replacement. There are twice as many others that have now received greatly extended transmission warranties. My next door neighbor is on transmission number four for his Honda, all covered ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Interior
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1999 Avalon Airbags
After 5 yrs and 60K miles of ownership, my 1999 Avalon's airbag light has suddenly started sporadically coming on. My dealer did a diagnosis and has determined that both the sensor and the left airbag unit needs to be replaced based on an error code from the diagnosis. The cost is rather steep - $930!! My questions are - Is it possible for an original, undeployed airbag to be deemed faulty? ... Read More
Toyota Avalon 2004 and earlier
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Avalon oil and more....
Several times I have mentioned that my 1999 XL had the oil changed by Toyota at intervals of about 7000 miles. It went 92k before trade-in and never burned a drop between changes. The stuff was a little dark, but not burned. No odor. Never used synthetic. Most driving was suburban or interstate. Why make the dealer rich(er)? Change at 3k with normal driving? Never. Let's hope we see a 2005 ... Read More
Toyota Avalon 2005-2007
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abfisch
It is worse than that. With the new recall announced yesterday, Honda now has five model years of cars with transmission problems (1999-2004 models). My MDX is part of the new recall. I don't know how that compares to the oil gelling problems Toyota and Mercedes have/had, but it does tend to shake one's confidence in reliability and quality reputations. With a virtually all new car (2005 Avalon) coming, and taking ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Climate Control Questions
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Toyota Avalon heater-nomad56
Hi nomad56, Thanks for the followup. I found an interesting link after you mentioned the A/C amplifier in your last post. Check this link: www.e-toolbox.com/ads/index.cfm and follow the year 1998, make Toyota and model Avalon. Go to technical service bulletin and Heater A/C system improvement. you will have to download the TSB. It talks about the TSB dated Nov.5 1999 and the title Auto A/C system improvement for a 1998 Avalon. ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Brakes, ABS, VSC, etc.
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1999 Avalon XLS
I just bought a 1999 Toyota Avalon and it needs to have a brake job (front and back and rear rotors) and the struts done. What is a reasonable price for this work. Thanks, Mike
Toyota Avalon 2004 and earlier
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Toyota Avalon - Any major quirks
To any&all - **My previous note erroneously listed the used Avalon as a 1990, bad typo. It's actually a 1999. Again, any help would be appreciated.** Came across a 1999 Avalon XLS (55K miles) for $14,000. Ran a carfax report on it - Came back clean. My question is this: Is this a good bargain? Are their any major flaws/problems with Avalon XLS's from this year? Any help would be greatly ... Read More
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1999 Avalon continuing strut problems
We had to have the struts replaced at 34K miles (18 months ago). The right front strut mount was replaced last November. Yesterday both front strut mounts were replaced. We continue to have a squeeky rattle in the left front (which the dealership heard - Hallelujah!) and a thumping in the right front (which the service people have never been able to hear). Our service dept contacted a district man who ... Read More
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Avalon Service
Always follow the guidelines in the maintenance log for the coolant and the transmission fluid. I put 94,000 troublefree miles on a 1999 XL, then purchased an '03, as mentioned in several prior posts. The aluminum engine and transmission need clean fluids as they operate at high temperatures. This is cheap insurance against trouble and keeps the warranty in force. Mine was always serviced by a Toyota dealer but you may ... Read More
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Thanks Cliffy -- Long time no chat
My wife loves her Cognac Brown 2000XLS. The color is what attracted her to the car in the first place and I even got her a perfect match brown skin for her Nokia phone to go with it! The Cognac is gorgeous up against the ivory interior . Her Avalon is very distinctive given how Toyota seems to paint 80% of ALL thier cars from the same 2 cans of paint: ... Read More
Toyota Avalon Brakes, ABS, VSC, etc.
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Speaking of brakes...
I have a related question about Avalon brakes. I currently own a 1999 Avalon. I bought the car because it came so highly recommended, by members of Town Hall, Consumer Reports, etc. However, I am having problems with the brakes squealing nearly all the time. I have taken it to the local Toyota dealer, where the tech has twice told me that the problem is because the asbestos was removed from ... Read More
Toyota Avalon 2004 and earlier
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Avalon?
My mother is looking to move up (in my opinion) from a 1999 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight LSS Supercharged to a 2002 (or comparable 2001) Toyota Avalon. Any complaints or recommendations? EMail me at MBowen574@aol.com. Thanks in advance!
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Post 1110 Doug P
i just purchased a 2002 Avalon XLS, had everything you could order on it, incl. VSC, JBL sound, sunroof, leather, etc. car was $34,700 got a mfg discount of $1200, and they took another $3000 off of that, and traded in my 1999 E.B. Explorer. I believe i got a great deal. The offer off of a 2001 was MORE than the offer for the 2002? not sure what happened there ... Read More
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have an E.B Explorer/want to turn in and get AVANLON
hi: our family is struck with two problems, I own a 1999 E.B. Explorer, fully loaded, and my husband owns the infamous F150 trk. I am wanting to turn in my car (safety issues), and I want to buy a toyota. I am 5'2" and husband is 6'4". we have definate issues with the type of vehicle I purchase, that will also suit his height, when in car. i will be ... Read More
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Suspension Problem with 2000+ Avalon
I agree with ronell in post # 900. The 2000 Avalon's rear suspension does not isolate bumps as well as the '95-99 models. I test drove a 2000 XLS and 1999 XLS back to back in Oct. 1999. Over the same route, bumps were loud and jolting in the 2000 model relative to the 1999. The 2000 had 16" Michelin MXV4's. A rental 2001 XLS that I drove over 300 miles ... Read More
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Avalon vs Volvo S70
I just traded my 1999 Volvo S70 for a 2001 Toyota Avalon XL. I owned the S70 for 18 months. Although I really liked my Volvo, and will remember it as one of my my most favorite cars that I've owned, it turned out not to be very reliable. I have to say that the types of reliability issues are very well documented on this and other bulletin boards/chat rooms. It ... Read More
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Avalon vs V.S70 ?
I also test drove the S70 (1998) before buying 2001 L. I loved the breaks and seat comfort in Volvo but the interior size and quality issues shifted me more towards Avalon. Before making my decision (and before test driving), I followed discussion boards here and S70 for ~3 weeks. have read (from) many more dissatisfied people with S70 than Avalon. Furthermore, since both dealerships are close to my house, I ... Read More
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Avalon sales statistics
It looks like our 2K Avalon is a HUGE success for Toyota. Sales statistics thru July are available here: http://www.ai-online.com/stats/toyota.htm As I read it, this year is @ 87% ahead of 1999. Not bad! By the way, that site has stats for other makes too. Click "home", then "Industry Stats" and "choose an automaker". Buick LeSabre sales are down from last year, but still far ahead of the Avalon, so the ... Read More
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Quality
I purchased a 1999 Avalon XL about 15 months ago and I have been extremely disappointed with the quality and fit of the vehicle. I have had five door weatherstrips replaced because the color wears off every three months. The car has presently 10,528 miles on it. The dealer says that it is my fault that the color wears off because of the way that I get into the car. I ... Read More
Best Vehicles for Taller/Larger Drivers
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6'5"
I'm 6'5" tall - fit great in the Mercedes E320 - including sunroof. Also fit great in Saab 9-5 (with sunroof)and in the Toyota Avalon (without sunroof). Plenty of leg room in all three. I read the specs on Edmunds data sheets. They were not accurate for me. I also looked at Consumers Reports 1999 Car and Truck Review and got a different perspective ( more appropriate). Good luck.
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