Everyone Hate These Cars, So You Can Buy One Dirt Cheap
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- Best cars to buy. Everyone Hates These Cars, So You Can Buy One Dirt Cheap, DIY car review and car tour with Scotty Kilmer. Toyota Venza review. Toyota Corolla review. Toyota Prius review. The best used SUV to buy. Buying a used Toyota. Should I buy a Toyota? Is Toyota reliable? Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 55 years.
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Do you have more videos about the C3 corvette? I just found one of the carburetor but I was wondering if you have like a playlist.
Can you do a video on reconditioning battery's..Can I just buy/use acid that goes into back up basement battery's (that come dry so there fresh when you first pour the acid in)?Because I found that at ace or a better question dose distilled watter and epsome salt REALLY work to recondition a battery.Or will cranking amps just never be the same?
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"people think they need a lot more room than they actually do"
That's easy to say when you are 5' 8" ... much much harder to apply it when you are 6'6"
Well Scotty, $14,000 with 100,000 miles is not "dirt cheap" for me.
Me either .. they been about 20k for the longest.. Ended up getting a rdx for 11k .. venza still looking good .. 10k for the brown one would be nice
Exactly. I’ll only buy used cars if they have 70k or less miles
$14,000 is affordable comparatively, not specifically to you.
The lower your budget, the more work you'll need to learn to do yourself. You can still find great cars for dirt cheap, but you'll need to learn to do work yourself.
And what do you think you get for less? Crap!
Exactly. I’ve looked at those Venza. They are still overpriced which is why no one bought them when they were new
5:15 “Cruise at 90 mph”. You the man, Scotty
For a daily beater I bought a 97 Camry @330k miles for only $1300 and the previous owner lady took very good care and had every receipt 🧾 so I knew what it needed and will need for preventative. It’s runs so smooth and quiet and made a safe trip from SF to Vegas ❤😂 . To me that’s dirt cheap
DiRt😅 Cheap GreAt Sounds Like Ur`~Ready To Go iN The Dessert @ Camp😅 iT uP, Lol no offense,
That's not dirt cheap. The car is about 27 years old, according to depreciation value it's worth nothing. She could have charged, whatever she wanted but $1,300 was too much. More like $300 would have been acceptable.
@@zeekbrickett8095 what did you just step out of a time machine from 1978? $1300 is dirt cheap for a car that runs fine. As Jack Nicholson said in As Good As It Gets…”Go sell crazy some place else, we’re all stocked up here!”
@@zeekbrickett8095i mean its a car that works and is in good good condition.. a toyota thats well maintained can last over 500k so thats not a bad price
The V6 Venza is mechanically identical to the Lexus RX350. They share the same everything- even the interior. It’s an excellent vehicle if you find a good one.
If it's mechanically identical to an Lexus RX350 it is going to have superior reliability ❤👍
But the color is horrible!
@@1jackvalley580 The speedometer blinks.
Everything except testosterone
The Venza v6 has slightly less hp and a different transmission than the rx350, I believe it's a 5 speed vs Lexus 6 speed but not sure. The Lexus is more refined, quieter and smoother. The interior is definitely lower quality than the Rx, my 2010 Rx still looks luxurious inside almost 15 years later. It's incredible. That being said, the Venza has a lower ride height and that's an issue with the Rx, it drives too tall and the suspension could be better tuned(probably due to Camry-based design). And the better mpg makes the Venza a better daily in my opinion, Rx for when you go to the movies 🍿😁
I just got myself a 2008 Corolla with 98k miles on it. I love on it everyday . May have over paid for it at $6900 but it is mint and shiny. Runs and stops perfect. Came with maintenance records including trans services.
At current prices, I think you probably stole it! Good job.
@@donfronterhouse4759 Thanks for the encouragement.
@@donfronterhouse4759 Great deal!
Wish I could find one now
I brought one 12 years ago used with 23K for 10K and the car came with original sales slip for 17K and still using it daily. I only do oil change Trans fulid change and I did change spark plug and suspension. Still running fine and I don't have 30K to buy a new one!
My boss has a Venza. To this day it is the only one of these cars I've ever seen (I guess that makes them rare). I had never heard of one until I saw his in the parking lot.
They came out a few years ago. I was either going to get a Venza or a CRV. Decided to go with CRV, but the Venza is good too.
2008 - 2017 not a hybrid .
2021 - 2023 hybrid
Oh how I wish I could've just been there with scotty and his father in that old Texaco gas station back in the 70s.
While playing blackjack, the dealer told me she came out of retirement because her car broke down. I told her to not fix it and buy a Toyota instead.
I have a 2005 Toyota Prius and it has 229,000k miles and it drives perfectly! And still gets great gas mileage!
I bought a 2013 toyota venza 2.7 FWD. XLE model with 122.000 last Father's day. It spent its first 3yrs in Texas. Then 6yrs in southern Illinois, now in Chicago, this is the very first Japanese car I've ever bought, i was always a GM man, Chevy's and then Buick's, But Boy o Boy, Im in love with this great looking , great Running Comfortable Venza, funny, i never knew what the heck a Venza even was, i was lucky to find this one, the color is Bronze /gold with tan leather interior, the ride is unbelievable, smooth, quite, like scotty says, if you csn find one of these, Buy it, you wont regret it,
Mine was alittle pricey, i paid $16,000 for it, but its super clean and well maintained, plus once i seen it, nothing else caught my eye like this one, hopefully this will last me at least 10 more years, or till i reach 80 yrs old ,lol
That first guy who bought the Toyota Venza as a retirement car was SMART! Those cars are reliable, comfortable and super functional! Great car!
I got mine super cheap thanks to Scotties advice 😁
Scotty, you tickle me all the time. I admire your common sense approach , you really help people. You are one of a kind!
How many beers did Scotty have here? 😆
4. One for each cylinder
@@toddb6576 Oh okay ....... , Haha
Did he say these are 2.7 liters?
Now that sounds like a V-6.
Starts off with Toyota Venza 0:03 , then onto Prius 11:00, then on to, Corolla at 23:00
Uncle Scotty is the mechanic.
Dang, that's impressive underbody for being up north, rust free🤙🏽
Probably garage-kept in the winter. No way it wouldn’t have at least some rust up here in the rust belt states.
I bought an old one I saw today , the underside looks brand new! In Canada
I bought a 2009 Venza last year for $14,000 with 73,000 miles. Runs like a champ.
I have a 6 cylinder 2010 venza with 197K miles no issues the only things I have replaced was the alternator, spark plugs and coils. the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned
replace the PCV
A hub cap serves a purpose of covering the hub but and helps prevent the lug nuts from rusting on so hard. The cheaper models that have hub caps many times will use the cheap lug nuts with it, and therefore the hub cap serves its practical purpose. But the flashy models have no hub caps but designer rims, but since they no hub caps it is required to use the more expensive lug nuts that have a cap on each and every lug.
In other words if you want to have the practicality the hub cap provided for the car without the hub cap, then you need to find lug nuts with caps that fit the car hub and rim.
Can’t go wrong with a tried and true Corolla for sure.
A good, reliable used car, that you pay cash for is, better than any car loan!
He's SOO excited about the exhaust on his '94 Celica! Love it!
Have a 2010 and it still runs great and looks super
I baught 2003 Corolla s auto 1 month ago the car has 222,000 miles the paint is shot but everything else is there best 400 dollars I've ever spent parts arent expensive like Scotty said Ive gotten a ton of oem parts at junkyards for the car now it looks great now I get people asking me if I sell the car but I love the car even though it does have a check engine light for the converter p0420 doesn't bother me I'll live with it
I have a 2014 Camry hybrid and i love that thing...125K miles and still looks brand new ...just regular oil changes and one brake job.....just broken in....Toyotas last forever if you take care of them
Actually, the 2.7 L was the four-cylinder that they put in the second generation Tacoma’s. They also put it in the early 2000 sienna’s very reliable engines. I have abused, mine, missed oil changes, put the wrong oil in it, raced it delivered in it, then left her to sit for two years, and now it’s driven rarely but starts every time
The old Dodge darts can run even without oil.
@@lawrenceleverton7426 pre 90s or the "newer" ones
@@tripleBOOMER 1960s
@@lawrenceleverton7426 Then I believe it
@@lawrenceleverton7426The old Dart with the slant six were great cars.They looked like a box on wheels but they ran forever.I wouldn't touch a later model Dodge-Chrysler now.
Thank you Scotty your channel. Has made me a better mechanic. I was ready to scrap my 08 Subaru. Now it's running like it should. Just replacing a bad transmission control module. Something I would have never thought of. Because I'm not a professional mechanic.
Always enjoy your show..thanks
I like you're genuine honesty and straightforward talk Scotty. That's why i like listening to your advice.🙂
And how many beers did Scotty have here? 😆
Good morning from Weymouth ma! Thanks for another great video! Thanks to you I’m saving a lot money over the years! Great Job Again! Gif Bless you and your family!👍🙏
How about putting a list of these cars into the description? Model year ranges would be nice too.
Yeah right, and How many beers did Scotty have here? 😆
Toyota Venza, Corolla, and Prius 🚗🚗🚗
A salesman will always avoid a question to you that you could possibly answer "no."
They will ask as many as they can where the obvious and pretty much only answer is "yes."
They let you talk yourself into "yes!--the car for me!"
Friend of mine went to school for a week learning how to sell GM cars.
He also said he learned how to tell who was running the show and deciding if and which car was being bought by observing the couple for about 5 minutes.
He said 80% of the time it's the boss....yeah, wife.
Nothing is by accident on that lot.
You should know what you want before you walk in. No point in talking about the vehicle in question. What's the best cost should be all that asked. And even walk away if they say this. Walking away may get you an even better cost.
my 2000 4runner also still its original exhaust. Toyota does wonders with their metal work.
If I bought a Venza, i would definitely go for the non-hybrid.
I'm looking at a 2018 buick right now and it's being serviced, they said the exhaust is being replaced. I'm wondering why it would need it's exhaust replaced cuz my 2008 never did. Is there a reason that should that be concerning? If you might happen to know, I'm not very car savvy.
@@krystalshepherd4582 with a 2018 you should be fine.
Some older vehicles the exhaust could rust out, or the fasteners that hold it could break. Not garenteed to happen, just a chance.
@@StardustADV Thank you.
Damn, I'm old enough to remember when you would say "you don't need a big V8 unless........" but now we got scotty saying the same thing about the V6. 🤔
Toyota's 4-cylinder engines from 2010 and after make up to 170 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque, and they are cheaper to maintain than the V6 models.
F1 cars used to have V12s, V10s, and then V8s, now they have V6 turbo hybrids and set faster lap times than ever. Engines and power trains continue to get more efficient and in turn, smaller
Scotty, sir, I can tell you’re a great man with your “hidden” meme meanings. Like the illusion pic. I’ve watched many videos and had to say it. I’m looking for a good used vehicle and will keep watching. My 2018 Cx-5 was recently totaled. Keep up the good work sir. Btw, you’re why I bought the Cx-5. It was great for the short 4 months I owned it.
Do people know that trains are like hybrid except it doesn't have a humongous battery that powers the electric drive motor . But it does have an engine that powers a generator that power's the drive moter.
You are such a asset..I'm not lookn for a vehicle or have any problems with my 98 accord but I love listening to you ..the learning never stops . Thank you
he is fun to listen to
Yep. Nice that Scotty's onboard with plugin hybrids with ~50mile range. I think that's the sweet spot for cards now.
Could be really cool and let you install varying amounts of battery. You go home, you charge up, you drive on electric. Getting a giant battery for the 3 times a year you take a long trip is just a waste.
And the electric engine has a nice synergy with an ICE engine, reducing the ICE's needed operating range. It can all last forever. I've got a 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid. Wish I could expand the battery pack - cheaply.
Great job 👍👏 Scotty😊
The best auto advice, with Mike Jagger moves !!
My dad used to have a standard shift Toyota pickup truck back in the 80's!!! That thing was *FUN* to Drive!!! 😁👍🏻
So are full size stick shift trucks
don't launch a boat and end up in stoopit video 🤔just saying it is difficult@@TheSleepingonit
Thanks Scotty!
I myself prefer a standard transmission in what I drive. I'd also have to say that the plug in hybrid does make the most sense when it comes to electrification. 50 to 80 miles worth the battery range so you can plug it in and do most of your normal commuting and the gasoline engine for when you need it. I really think that makes the most sense.
Good luck telling a crazed leftist or environmentalist that….😂
Standard is fun when you're either young or have open road lol. When you get arthritis it's not fun and if you drive in a city traffic and rush hours it's horribly annoying. I learned driving on a stick and I also didn't have power steering, but at 66, heck give me automatic 😂
Or when you live in a hilly city with stop signs just before the top of each hill. You learn quick to work 3 pedals with 2 feet. Like you said, when you are young learning new skills is fun, when you are old it's a pain.
Love your videos keep up the good work
$1000 for TPM's? WTF....over? I just did the TPM's in my C5 Corvette last time I put tires on her ($600 for Kumho Solus at Tire Rack 😂). Bought 4 NEW TPM's at RockAuto for $96!!!!!
The local tire shop here in Knoxville was so cool, they let me come into the garage and install the new TPM's after they ripped the tires off the 5 spoke wheels.
When I got her home, ran a magnet around the car and performed the "TPM learn procedure". Piece o' cake!
..when Scotty said: "she changes the oil religiously"..
P.S: Kilmer for president 🇺🇸.
These are kind of hard to find. Toyota didn't sell them in big numbers so there aren't a lot of them out there to begin with. The good thing is that you can usually get these for substantially less money than a 4Runner or any other Toyota SUV with similar mileage.
They aren't suvs that u can compare to a 4runner. They are lifted station wagons. My sis bought a 2015 loaded one, v6 awd. A camry with a lift kit.
YAWN
With nice rims, bigger tires, amp & subwoofer, tint the windows, black exterior you got a pretty nice car.
When I realized the Venza was just a Camry Wagon I fell in love with it. Now that they are old enough, maybe I can afford one👍
My wife bought one. Hers had the 2.7 liter four cylinder engine. Obviously the V-6 was a better choice for that vehicle. Really good car.
Watching this in Glasgow Scotland Scotty. Everybody over here has a manual driving license. Most cars here all have manuals. PS enjoy the videos. Keep them coming
The toyota hybrids have a maintenance mode to keep the gas engine running for diagnostics.
I have a 2013 Venda. I love it. It is just great!
I don't drive anymore, but I enjoy Your Videos.
There are quite a few in Canada. I got a 2014 last year for about US $20,000. Only had about 30,000 miles on it. It came with V6. I’m really pleased with it. I just really wanted. a Toyota again. I also need the all wheel drive
I was a life long Mercedes Benz and BMW lover. After riding in a Avalon and the fact that i like luxurious style interiors, not too fancy but Lexus quality. It's a no brainer for me. I also compared the yearly maintenance and certain replacement parts cost of BMW, Mercedes and Lexus. It's rediculous how expensive the German brands are compared to Lexus. Plus i like a more subtle ride as opposed to the harsh sportier ride of the German brands. And saving the best for last, the reliability of the Japanese brands namely Lexus.
There are conversion kits available for turning a hybrid into a plug-in hybrid. Plus there are (or were several years ago) shops that will convert a hybrid for you.
I've said it before, it •needs• to be said again: Thank you Sir Kilmer!
Your input, wisdom, & guidance, is Truly Appreciated.
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The Venza is sexy & actually sits 1-2” higher than a Camry which is very nice! I was gonna buy one but got a Honda Crosstour just cuz I found a great deal & I love it for all these same reasons!
Ctrguy, this is my Venza that Scotty diagnosed and reviewed. This and the Honda Crosstour were at the top of my list. I would’ve been happy with either one of them! 😊
@@carlovanrijk4039 that’s awesome
I never liked Prius until i drove one. It's pretty cool and futuristic.
1- toyota venza
2- toyota prius
3- toyota corolla
Had a 2011. My alarm would randomly go off. Found out that it was a common problem that so many people replaced hood latch sensor, new battery and it still happens. Had to get rid of it, which sucks because I really liked the vehicle.
you could have just pulled the alarm/fuses....
I do not understand why they don't give those alumin(i)um engine parts some varnish, for instance a clear poly-urethane, coating. Those parts as far as I can tell would not get so hot that that coating wouldn't be able to cope with the temperatures, and such a coating would be a cheap and effective way to keep those parts from degrading even if only surfacially and visually.
It’s based off of the Camry and it’s basically converted Camry so it’s basically a Camry station wagon
I would like to see a video on a fire excursion. Your opinions and recommendations of what year model to buy etc etc
I just got my 03 protege back from shop. Got a used 45k motor put in. The first motor went 220k tranny about 180k. Simple little 4 banger easy to work on great gas mileage parts are super cheap it's my second favorite. My 89 VW fox was probably my best car I ever owned. 305k when it finally went. Couldn't find a motor for it so sold it. Kills me to this day lol
I got 175k out of my 88 VW Fox Wagon….awesome car bought new owned for 14 yrs.
@@jarhead6153 That's nothing. I bought a new Nissan Sunny in 2000. Still running perfectly after 23 years, and over 200k miles.
It's still in mint condition also.
I have a 2005 corolla with a manual transmission. I've owned it for 15 years and it has 178,000 miles. No issues.
Learned so much from you over the years Scotty-Bo-Botty.
Scotty is still living in 2019. Every 10-12 year old venza with over 150k miles ppl are still asking like 15 grand lol
Because it has 150k left on it, a 10 year old Toyota is better than a 2 year old Chevy or Ford.
I know, I am sitting here looking at cars and really wondering if it makes sense to buy any car, even a Toyota, for $15000 when it has 100k miles or more. Do they really have a high probability of lasting 20 years? Maybe more so than other cars but it feels like I'm being pushed to buy new.
@@donniev8181 PUT DOWN THAT CRACK PIPE SON !
Not true, a relative bought a brown 2010 awd v6 venza for $9000 with 95k miles a year and a half ago
@@blissfuljoy6049 It’s more like more people are finding out how durable a Toyota is and overcharging thier used ones, only for you to find out they abused the heck out of it with little to no maintenance because of the same reason, without them knowing that basic maintenance is one of the keys why Toyotas last long.
my kid still has a 2007 prius. it needs some exhaust pipe work, so it it sitting this last year. but up until then, it was working fine! Including the battery pack. simply amazing
Thank you ❤
"Most people think they need more than they actually do."
amen. Applies almost everywhere, especially with technology.
On cars, I laughed out hard for over a minute straight when I saw the mini-van (2013 VW Sharan) my parents got as an upgrade for our ageing but mechanically good MPV (2007 VW Touran).
It's huge (to European standards), has poor fuel efficiency and takes some getting used to to shift properly, but wow did they get a fancy trim level.
I like it for it's different driving experience, nice contrast with our second car (2019 VW Up!, very basic trim) which I get to drive more.
Maintenance is their problem, I'll watch how these German built new computerised VWs hold up and use that experience in my consideration of what to get for myself down the line.
I also changed the oil and filter air filter with parts from toyota dealer
Love your vids. So joyful.
Bought a one owner 09 Venza with 60,000 miles yesterday coincidentally the same day you posted this video. Got the 4cyl by choice. Paid $14,000 out the door. I know a few years ago it would have sold for under $10k but the way I look at it, it will last another 250kiles. Most new cars today that are $25k will start to fall apart after 100k miles.
I almost bought a used (new style) venza hybrid for 38, but got a brand new Subaru outback wilderness turbo for 41 right off the truck. 0 regrets
Love Scotty ❤
Hi Mr. Kilmer Thank you for all the wonderful information videos. I have a 2003 Buick Lesabre offered for 800 cash. The owner says the transmission jumps 🔙 and forth BTW 3rd and fourth. Any thoughts ?
Lotus cars is still very much alive and kicking Scotty, not in America but they will still probably export some new cars to America.
Wonder how many Lotus Cortinas MK1 or 2 are left in the States? & Even rarer in the States must be the Chrysler Lotus Sunbeam!
I agree with Scotty in that one doesn't always need bling. I wish I could have found a Venza like that one when I needed a car. Yes a FWD Venza is vanilla but I'm at the point where comfort, reliability and not killing me at the pump is what I need in a daily driver. The one thing I don't agree with him on is snow tires on the front only with FWD. I live in a place that gets winter and you need the the traction at the back so the rear end doesn't swing out under braking. I can also say that FWD with proper winters has gotten me everywhere I need to go in the worst weather.
Tell he to check Walmart to replace tire pressure monitors
I think they should just keep this regular hybrid system..why plug in??
They still need charging
Why bother when a hybrid charges itself and gets just the same if not better then plug in
Had a 2010 Venza limited V6. Bought new in 2009 and kept it for 11 years then passed it on to my daughter who is still using it today. Was one of the best cars I've owned. Never regretted buying it for a second. Never let me down.
Toyota just remembered to pay Scooty lol
Oh yes absolutely put it in power mode when your going out into traffic quickly and when passing someone..it makes a world of difference!
I used one of the 2 Prius my parents have. And for the 1st 3 days I was like dam this thing is slow and really dragging out that gear! (Not knowing CVT was belt driven)
But it sounded like I was dragging out 3rd hear at 45-50 MPH!
Then discovered the modes. And I kept it on power mode and still got 45mpg really getting on it too.normal mode it got 55MPG. So 10mpg less isn’t such a big deal for power
SCOTTY you are a TREASURE. I'M A 71 YEAR OLD MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAN that my FIRST CAR was a 1959 VW BUG in 1971, I was SOLD on manual transmissions I didn't get a automatic transmission vehicle until 2006 when my mother gave me it. The BEST thing about manual transmission is that you have to pay more ATTENTION to your driving which I think is a GOOD THING. 😯😁😉👍
Hey Scotty,
We need ground clearance because of our snow pack.
I’d Love to buy a new Prius AWD, so is there anyway that it can be lifted up for the needed ground clearance?
My 2004 5 spd. Corolla was super fun to drive. I learned how to drive on a Ford 9-N tractor. And I use a clutch like a trucker. My clutch will last forever, anyways, that Corolla transmission went out at 180,000 miles. I always changed the fluids. It was clean. IDK, that main carrier bearing went out on the tranny. Other than that is was great.
Absolutely true I only used the clutch for 1st and reverse. I put 300k and donated it to a senior living home and they are still driving it only needed to have struts and shocks replacement
I have a 2009 Pontiac Vibe. It is a sister Toyota Matrix. I have the 2.4 Toyota engine. I change the oil every 3000 miles. The oil consumption is minimal. I change the transmission fluid every 12000 miles.
The car has 122,000 miles now no problems.
My 1996 Lincoln Town Car has the original exhaust, and I'm in Minnesota. It was $4,000. and had 110,000 miles when I bought it.
Starts right up 😂🤙
How many takes did it take to say "Crisp Shifts."
my friend had one. it mold growth in evap or condensor, i forget. he had it lemon lawed.
I definitely want a Venza!
Plug in hybrid makes more sense to me as well, Scotty I love to be able to take a trip and just spend 5 minutes at a pump.
Ive Ubered in several Priuses with over 250,000 miles and one with a smidge over 300,000, all ran great and had the original battery.
I wish I'd been able to find a car like this Venza last summer when I was forced to buy another car after my 98 Accord went up in flames. The best I could find was 15 Nissan Altima S with a CVT that I'm not thrilled with. I much prefer the trans in the Venza. Good work, Scotty!
Forced . Been There 😒
Those nissans won't even last 100,000 miles . Good luck
Those are actually pretty reliable cars you really just need to take good care of the CVT
@@icosthop9998 I've been forced too
@Bidenflation victim
I had a crappy car break down and did not have enough money saved for a Real good car, so I had to end up buying another crappy car.
Sucks, needed wheels to get to my job.
If I were to buy a Camry, I would buy a V6, although I wouldn't need it, but I like their TRD you featured on your channel!
I regret not buying a venza could have got one only a year old with like 30k miles for 12 grand back before car prices jumped up sky high