Used 2002 Toyota Camry Solara Consumer Reviews
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Thoughts On My Solara
solara28, 12/11/2003
2002 Toyota Camry Solara SE 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased my Solara used; it was a year old with 28K miles on it. I have enjoyed this car since taking ownership of it. The ride is comfortable, the design pleasing on the outside, ergonomically logical on the inside. This car is like getting a Lexus for a bargain price. For a coupe, the interior is quite roomy, even the back seats. Despite being a used car, I have had not one problem with this vehicle (which is why I chose Toyota).
review of my Solara
jmeitzen, 07/19/2002
2002 Toyota Camry Solara SE V6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Very pleased. The 5th Toyota I've owned has the most power AND gets the best gas mileage of them all, plus is safer, smoother, and roomier. Wish I got a sunroof though. The back seat is a little hard to get into from driver's side, but roomy for a 2-door, but a little short on head room. Needs option for a graphic EQ & a deck that plays a CD w/MP3's but sound system is still above avg. I prefer rear wheel drive. Torque steer not bad; level largely determined by tires. Turning circle not as tight as a 96 Camry's. Anyway, I'm not selling the car anytime soon. Excellent value for quality, comfort, and power for the price.
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My experience
Steve I., 03/04/2002
2002 Toyota Camry Solara SE V6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I leased a 2000 Solara and the transmission died in 2 years. It the took the dealer almost a month to locate a replacement transmission. I would not deal with this car again. I can't wait until my lease is up to dump this car.
Comfortable
mimi919, 06/01/2002
2002 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I have owned my SLE Solara 3 weeks now and have about 1,500 miles on it. I find the Solara to be a very comfortable car with fantastically comfortable seats,roomy interior front and back....handling at all speeds is very good with a quiet ride. Unfortunately the Solara does lack luxury feature and for that matter even standard features of todays cars such as auto locking door locks,trip computer,rear heat outlets,delay headlights,power passenger seat,ect.
So Far Very Good
bioedwards, 07/23/2002
2002 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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The Solara and the dealer have been the best I have experienced in a long time. The car has had no problems and has performed as expected. The only thing that I could complain about is the quality of the paint and the interior carpet. Both seem to be the cheapest possible.
Smooth as Silk
badjura, 01/13/2004
2002 Toyota Camry Solara SE 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchase this car after doin alot of homework...it has paid off. This vehicle is exactly what I was looking for - turn heads, be reliable, and don;t take me to the cleaners on pruchase or maintenance. It has held up its end of the bargain. Its a shame Toyota ruined the loos of the Solara with its 2004 modsel - man, its really overweight looking. My Solara will be with me many years to come as it has checked out with the leading consumer report magazine and has stellar reliability as most Toyota products do. Go for it, this car is a winner.
Fun, Reliable Car
Kansas, 09/20/2008
2002 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought my Solara SLE new in July, 2002. Very reliable - I've put 70,000+ miles on it but have had NO mechanical problems whatsoever. Handles well - especially on curves. Average about 26- 27 MPG on highway. Handles very well in up to 6" of snow. V-6 has a lot of power. Overall fun car to drive!
soooo satisfied
sooo satisfied, 07/28/2002
2002 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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After driving a 1998 BMW Z3, the Solara is a breath of fresh air. The Z3 was fun to drive, extremely dificult to live with, especially as my only source of transport. I love the Solara and have no regrets about trading in the Z3. The first thing I noticed about the Solara was that the steering is a little soft, but aside from that I'm sooo satisfied
So far so good
MZT, 05/18/2006
2002 Toyota Camry Solara SE 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I have owned the Solara now since Oct. 2003 and have to say that is proving very reliable and generally a pleasure to drive. Still has a nice "tight" ride with a very quiet cabin. It's the only car I've owned that has not developed a rattle or buzz of any kind. The engine doesn't feel or sound like a 4 cyl. but has lots of pick up and excellent gas mileage.
Not a Shock, the average rating is a 9!
yogi22, 07/31/2002
2002 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Figures the average rating would be a 9. If I was aked that is what I would say. Top Down a 10, Top up an 8. When it's up you have to deal with convertible rattle (nothing when the radio is on). Down, it turns heads and performs well. This is NOT a Sports Car, so stop comparing it to Eclipse, Camaro and Stang. Compared to Cabrio and Sebring this car is the only choice. Toyota Service and Reliablity is priceless and what you pay more for it up front, you will get back when (and if) you trade it in.