Toyota Avensis Hatchback (2003 - 2008) 1.8 VVT-i T3-X 5d (2004/53) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Toyota is famous for its reliability but ????
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, with this engine oil problem I don't think so.
What are you likely to buy next?
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,500
When did you buy the car?
February 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was ok.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I was using Toyota Corolla 1.3 GS and was impressed by Toyota's reliability.
What was the dealer like?
Ok.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It was ok to drive and not after this engine oil usage I am not happy.
What's it like to park?
It is ok.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes there was a ticking noice that started happening after 6 months and took to the nearest Toyota service centre and the mechanic straight away spotted the over usage of engine oil and there was no engine oil at all it was all drained out and it is a know problem. Staring column recall done in 2013. Head lamp condensation be warned. Spotted Water pump leak, Rear shock absorber issues and creaking noise from clutch.
What's most practical about your car?
It is spacious and economical and good as a family car.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
