Toyota Camry Saloon 3.0i V6 4d Auto (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
The best value exec saloon I could find.
Costs
Fairly thirsty car, but costs are offset by cheap purchase price! Spares expensive, but you won't need many.
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On the road
Driving
Wallows a bit on twisty roads. Very comfortable car to cover big journeys in. Climate and cruise control together with leather and auto-box make it very relaxing to drive.
Performance
Good mid-range so plenty in reserve for overtaking on fast A-roads. Auto-box saps some performance.
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Living with it
Reliability
163,000 miles and still running sweet. Uses no oil between changes. Small weep of Dexron from auto-box, but easier to top up every 6 months than to fix. Personally think oil changes every 5000 miles is the secret to long life.
Image
Bland and near invisible in terms of status. Look beyond the badge and enjoy this often over-looked gem.
Comfort
Superb comfort from electric leather seats. 6-8 hour journeys are no problem. V6 engine and auto box are quiet and silky-smooth.
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Security and Service
Security
Anonymous looks mean that it goes un-noticed. Alarm and immobiliser fitted as standard.
Service
Very helpful dealerships - they reset my alarm/immobiliser 'plipper' for free!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes