The Most Reliable New Car to Buy for a Daily Driver

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  • Most reliable car. The Most Reliable New Car to Buy for a Daily Driver, DIY and car review with Scotty Kilmer. Reliable cars. Best new cars to buy. Most reliable daily driver. How to buy a new car. What to look for when buying a new car. Best daily driver to buy. Buying a new car. What type of car to buy. Car buying tips. Car buying guide. Car Advice. This was an excerpt from one of my Live Car Talk shows where I answer your car questions Live. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 50 years.
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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  5 років тому +61

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    • @josephupholstery1416
      @josephupholstery1416 5 років тому +1

      What about a old truck for daily with low miles 89 f150 55k miles. Straight 6 engine

    • @josephupholstery1416
      @josephupholstery1416 5 років тому

      Thx Scotty im just using it till i find something better

    • @butthead6051
      @butthead6051 5 років тому +1

      I have a big budget for a nice car. I dont wnt a ferarri but a daily car. whats the most reliable car new u can recommend? I want a new car built to last. and no not any eco cars. Money is not an issue when it comes to buying but it is when it comes to resale and maintainence.

    • @butthead6051
      @butthead6051 5 років тому

      either its running rich or ur evap canister is gone @ Kyler

    • @butthead6051
      @butthead6051 5 років тому

      Or too much taco bell drive thru buddy

  • @MrGreatnessisme
    @MrGreatnessisme 5 років тому +188

    I use to drive a Honda and Acura. After watching Scotty I now have 4 Camrys.

    • @Proof77777
      @Proof77777 3 роки тому +7

      You were smart. Now your smart & financially savvy!

    • @purabus5450
      @purabus5450 3 роки тому +3

      Bro Scotty is a supporter of Honda too because they are extremely reliable, it's true and he himself said that

    • @austintomkewitz7206
      @austintomkewitz7206 3 роки тому +4

      @@purabus5450 Honda team rev up your VTEC

    • @purabus5450
      @purabus5450 3 роки тому +3

      @@austintomkewitz7206 yeah homie

    • @octane8872
      @octane8872 2 роки тому +3

      He says the civics are better than the corollas.

  • @jessd1952
    @jessd1952 5 років тому +256

    Scotty "get a Toyota" Kilmer

  • @accord93rg
    @accord93rg 5 років тому +568

    Let us guess ???? A Toyota???

    • @thepincushionman7063
      @thepincushionman7063 5 років тому +28

      Never woulda guessed THAT!

    • @desb9639
      @desb9639 5 років тому +18

      Ruben Gutierrez common sense isn't it?

    • @zlbzlb
      @zlbzlb 5 років тому +2

      Hahahaha

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon 5 років тому +10

      Sure glad I have one! 21 years and it's going strong.

    • @Alexander-gj9ms
      @Alexander-gj9ms 5 років тому +7

      As obvious as the answer is, most people are too dimwitted to put this knowledge into practice.

  • @dkdanis1340
    @dkdanis1340 5 років тому +204

    Scotty when buying cars:
    Technology: nah not important
    Speed: nah not important
    Comfort: if it has struts it's okay
    Reliability: thats most important thing ever.

    • @dkdanis1340
      @dkdanis1340 5 років тому +3

      @Mm Mm 2006 bmw 7 series on show of sunday has all sorts of features and non of them are broken.

    • @ryansumayo4261
      @ryansumayo4261 5 років тому +10

      Transportation is the most important thing

    • @user-tc7lm9yg3m
      @user-tc7lm9yg3m 5 років тому +13

      thats how it should be...in war you take the most reliable weapons platform..life is war

    • @dkdanis1340
      @dkdanis1340 2 роки тому

      @The car enthusiast - Vincenthonestly i know many people with "unreliable cars" that never had problems with them. Chrysler is really good many people have many miles on them. He sometimes says he doesn't like something but actually ends up liking it especially if he tries the car.

  • @ditr257
    @ditr257 5 років тому +265

    Greetings to your mother Scotty! May God bless her!

  • @andersonrodriguez8258
    @andersonrodriguez8258 5 років тому +517

    Lmaooo the Mercedes meme at the beginning crossing it out 😂😂😂

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  5 років тому +64

      lest we forget

    • @andersonrodriguez8258
      @andersonrodriguez8258 5 років тому +16

      Scotty Kilmer 😂😂😂 I guess if u had the choice of choosing between Mercedes bmw Nd Audi u would go bmw or Audi cause always bashing on Mercedes with those memes😂😂

    • @wavemaster1309
      @wavemaster1309 5 років тому +2

      @@andersonrodriguez8258 i love those

    • @aaronm1246
      @aaronm1246 5 років тому +14

      Anderson Rodriguez It's a tough choice, all of them are unreliable and lose value fast

    • @vasme973
      @vasme973 5 років тому +15

      @@aaronm1246 go drive your boring toyota.

  • @MerkinMuffly
    @MerkinMuffly 5 років тому +43

    Mo cylinders, mo problems.

  • @alfredvalrie5541
    @alfredvalrie5541 5 років тому +162

    1:23 Check it out before you buy it

    • @hornetbrown
      @hornetbrown 5 років тому +14

      That was a funny reference.

    • @Alumnikiid
      @Alumnikiid 5 років тому +8

      Buying💍 is always a risk but I heard japanese is better than America. Less headaches and lower maintenance they say.

    • @Domthedon33
      @Domthedon33 5 років тому +1

      About how much does it cost to let a mechanic check it out??

    • @maxter3326
      @maxter3326 5 років тому +1

      Lol I just noticed the guy next to girl checking out her bumpers🤣

  • @FragGile
    @FragGile 5 років тому +262

    You know you live in the USA when you think 34MPG is Phenomenal

    • @dutchynehtam
      @dutchynehtam 5 років тому +31

      Because in the US we use gasoline engines for our cars. A lot of other places use diesel which should be getting better mpg than their counterparts.

    • @t-bone9239
      @t-bone9239 5 років тому +18

      @@dutchynehtam nah its also Bad for gasoline. Generally Toyota doesnt make very efficient engines compared to european cars

    • @Cystus
      @Cystus 5 років тому +11

      They lead the affordable hybrid movement. Pruis is worth every penny.

    • @joseperaza1579
      @joseperaza1579 5 років тому +45

      @@t-bone9239 Also American cars are larger. Europeans drive mini cars.

    • @eaterofclams
      @eaterofclams 5 років тому +10

      ....in 'Merica, driving on the highway on lawnmowers is verboten. MPG ain't everything.

  • @edmasi
    @edmasi 5 років тому +5

    Scotty, you're the best. Always entertaining & the images are hilarious!

  • @rocologan7187
    @rocologan7187 3 роки тому +3

    bro this guy is probaly the best person to go too with questions and he’s just a legend

  • @floridajames04
    @floridajames04 5 років тому +36

    Hey my dad and I are diagnostic mechanics here in Nashville!! Let us know the next time you’re in town please! :)

    • @floridajames04
      @floridajames04 5 років тому +2

      Precision Autohaus 202 McMillian St, Downtown Nashville, come on by and ask for Mark. 30+ years in imports!

    • @robertsmith3774
      @robertsmith3774 5 років тому

      @@rabudman it could be the nut behind the wheel.

    • @invaderzim1265
      @invaderzim1265 5 років тому

      @@floridajames04
      Oh wow I was in Nashville, TN 2 or 3 days ago 😭😭

    • @chanogee1842
      @chanogee1842 3 роки тому

      Do you guys work on jags?

  • @brunobrunosjourney9944
    @brunobrunosjourney9944 5 років тому +155

    I swear, Toyota pays this man. He’s better than the damn commercials

    • @brandonmurphy8837
      @brandonmurphy8837 5 років тому

      Jan in those Toyota commercial s is pretty hot

    • @bluefrog8670
      @bluefrog8670 5 років тому +11

      They should, but then he'd be less effective, no one would believe him then.

    • @thepincushionman7063
      @thepincushionman7063 5 років тому +1

      @@bluefrog8670 I'm not sure you understand how this works.

    • @bluefrog8670
      @bluefrog8670 5 років тому +1

      @@thepincushionman7063
      I guess not. Enlighten me. How does this work?

    • @MarkGelderland
      @MarkGelderland 5 років тому

      And they do now? xD @@bluefrog8670

  • @TheBlackMage3
    @TheBlackMage3 5 років тому +2

    Thanks Scotty. This was my recent question too!

  • @amolgill7480
    @amolgill7480 5 років тому +20

    Your pictures are killing me Scotty 👍👍

  • @robs2765
    @robs2765 5 років тому +8

    Hey Scotty can you do a video of a comparison between the new Highlander and the new Honda Pilot? I’m really curious to see your opinion. Thanks!

  • @AaronLKLD
    @AaronLKLD 5 років тому +7

    Scotty, this is just what I wanted to know 🤙

  • @mobiusdesigns
    @mobiusdesigns 5 років тому

    THANK YOU for these videos, you are doing the world a huge service

  • @collegeboytwo
    @collegeboytwo 5 років тому +1

    Thank you Scotty. Love your videos. Good sound advice.

  • @migueldelaguira8421
    @migueldelaguira8421 5 років тому +6

    Hey Scotty what’s the most reliable car for daily pizza delivery?? Thank you 🙏🏻I’m using a V6 Honda Accord 2012 and I don’t want to keep putting miles on it,

  • @rcrhinehart66
    @rcrhinehart66 5 років тому +80

    After carefully watching all of Scotty's videos I sold my car and just use Uber, Peapod, and my feet. Best car for me is no car. Actually saving lots of money overall and far less hassles. I do live within a mile of every major store I shop at so this definitely won't work for everyone.

    • @driver4011
      @driver4011 5 років тому +5

      if u can get rid of the car n
      make ends meet day to day,
      that's a win win there. just
      becomes too much trouble ,
      especially as we all age. gas ,
      maintenance, traffic, parking.etc
      just becomes too much.....like
      a pool and / or a big yard. Just
      becomes too much trouble n
      better off sayin bye bye to it..
      let someone else deal with it....

    • @rcrhinehart66
      @rcrhinehart66 5 років тому +2

      @@DW133_ a horse or a nice pair of stilts.

    • @williamkeith8944
      @williamkeith8944 5 років тому

      Now that's a real snowflake❄ attitude. Turn in your man card🐇

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon 5 років тому +1

      @@DW133_ Then you'll learn how expensive transportation can really be!

    • @thomasjust2663
      @thomasjust2663 5 років тому +1

      I wish I could get rid of using cars all together, I much prefer public transportation or walking when posible, unfortunately most cities are not made for either

  • @bobjordan9
    @bobjordan9 5 років тому

    Love your energy and enthusiasm.

  • @TheyWhomTheGodsDetest
    @TheyWhomTheGodsDetest 5 років тому

    I pretty much watch every video that you upload. Keep up the good work!

  • @johnhall4917
    @johnhall4917 5 років тому +6

    "The most reliable new car for a daily driver"
    I knew before I played the video that Toyota and Honda would get mentioned. They are THE definition of reliable.

  • @amjadkanj812
    @amjadkanj812 5 років тому +5

    Scotty kilmer what do you think about buying a 2013 Hyundai Elantra automatic transmission, with over than 100000 miles for under 6k

  • @BoanergesTWELF12
    @BoanergesTWELF12 5 років тому +1

    I love Camrys, I retitled an 00' and 16 years later it still runs like a dream

  • @rockermarco
    @rockermarco 5 років тому

    You know Scotty I have been watching you for six or so years now and I have learned a lot as well as been entertained by your quarkie style. But above and beyond that I've grown to respect you and used your information to make important decisions in my car buying. Beyond that I have grown to like and respect you.
    Keep up the good work.
    Sincerely, Marco

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon 5 років тому

      Everything is made of quarks.

  • @RonnieGreher
    @RonnieGreher 5 років тому +26

    Rev up your 4 cylinder Camry, gently

  • @Adnan.siddiq
    @Adnan.siddiq 5 років тому +27

    100 % agreed.
    Camry is a most reliable car 🚗 .

  • @JoshForet
    @JoshForet 5 років тому

    Love you videos. Learn so much. Thanks!

  • @rudysaucedo6659
    @rudysaucedo6659 5 років тому

    Been watching you for a long time, love your vids my dude

  • @BrockOBauma
    @BrockOBauma 5 років тому +108

    The Camrys are reliable as can be, unless you're talking 2007-2011 when the 4cyl engines had bad rings that caused excessive oil consumption.

    • @Avalon491
      @Avalon491 5 років тому

      JamiePNW78 Toyota had a recall that fixed the issue.

    • @BrockOBauma
      @BrockOBauma 5 років тому +15

      @@Avalon491 It was a "limited service campaign" that only fixed cars that burned over a quart in 1200 miles.

    • @moeanthony9308
      @moeanthony9308 5 років тому +9

      @@Avalon491 depending on mileage otherwise you are screwed.

    • @BrockOBauma
      @BrockOBauma 5 років тому +8

      @skbuoy The problems were with the 2.4l 2AZ-FE engine, so your dad's situation doesn't apply.

    • @BrockOBauma
      @BrockOBauma 5 років тому +8

      @@andreysleepdeep the following vehicles with the 2.4 are effected...
      2007-2009 Toyota Camry
      2007-2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid
      2007-2008 Toyota Solara
      2009 Toyota Corolla
      2009 Toyota Matrix
      2006-2008 Toyota RAV4
      2007-2008 Scion Tc
      2008-2009 Scion Xb

  • @ChiTownGuerrilla
    @ChiTownGuerrilla 5 років тому +3

    The Corrolla hatch looks dope as hell

  • @adamdorris4081
    @adamdorris4081 5 років тому

    You are pretty real Scotty. I'm surprised you don't have more subscribers. If I could subscribe more than once, I would. Keep up the great work Scotty! Thank you for the info!

  • @jakekaywell5972
    @jakekaywell5972 5 років тому +2

    I attended the Miami Automotive Expo today and I was pleasantly surprised by the Lincoln Continental. It exceeded all the criteria that I have for a luxury sedan and I would be more than happy to own one. People tended to find the door handle treatment polarizing but I quite liked it. It's such a unique approach that lends itself to the design in the same way a belt buckle lends itself to a belt. I actually like the fact that the Continental has subdued styling. It looks classy and not overbearing. It epitomizes the "stealth wealth" philosophy. Additionally, I spoke with a Lincoln representative. He stated that the Continental is not being phased out in the U.S. for now and there will be a suicide door version created in 2020. Long live Lincoln, and this is coming from a teenager!

  • @sergiocruz3207
    @sergiocruz3207 5 років тому +4

    I thought you said in a previous video that the new camry's are crap. So what is it?

  • @palillo2006
    @palillo2006 5 років тому +23

    First the CVT transmission in a Prius is nothing like a all gas CVT transmission.
    Second, I am not sure if I just got bad luck on Toyotas but I've had 2 Toyotas with major problems. A Camry with serious oil consumption, I like to call that one Valdez for the Exon Valdez oil spill. The other was a Corolla with transmission failures, yes 2 failures both straight from Toyota. Never again with another Toyota!

    • @coasteyscoasteys4150
      @coasteyscoasteys4150 5 років тому +2

      Palillo maybe it's the newer models ?
      But generally Toyota have great reliability over the years
      Maybe they getting complacent or saving money these days

    • @palillo2006
      @palillo2006 5 років тому +1

      @@coasteyscoasteys4150 not sure but it was a 2010 Camry and a 2007 Corolla.

    • @MrRailroader03
      @MrRailroader03 5 років тому +1

      We bought a brand new 2015 Sienna limited and it had problems after about a week of owning it. The rear sunroof kept popping really loud when going around corners. The dealer told us they would have to replace the entire sunroof, which involves taking out the headliner and that equals more rattles after some underpaid guy breaks half of the retainers. Next, the steering wheel controls illumination would flicker at night, driving us nuts! Dealer said they would need to disassemble the steering wheel and column to fix it. Next, the subwoofer is mounted in the rear lift gate and would rattle constantly. The dealer said there wasn’t a fix for this. What? 48k for a vehicle, it should be perfect! I’m not convinced new Toyota’s are any better than anything else.

    • @CamEtherTech
      @CamEtherTech 5 років тому +1

      I've had oil problems with older Toyotas usually valve cover gasket issues caused this. Going through one now

    • @ramanjitsingh4340
      @ramanjitsingh4340 5 років тому

      Did you buy new?

  • @63256325N
    @63256325N 5 років тому

    Thanks for the video.

  • @qcluvzu9331
    @qcluvzu9331 5 років тому

    Good info! Thanks!!

  • @spencz-
    @spencz- 5 років тому +40

    I have a 2014 subaru legacy with a cvt transmission. Ive never had any issues. Almost at 200k miles.

    • @gardengrovemike
      @gardengrovemike 5 років тому +22

      Subaru has one of the best CVTs , he just hates anything that's not from Toyota haha

    • @Rico24337
      @Rico24337 5 років тому +5

      Yeah, he's misinformed there.

    • @ManharSinghMicky
      @ManharSinghMicky 5 років тому +4

      Still you need to sell it and get s toyota with cvt 😂

    • @spencz-
      @spencz- 5 років тому +2

      @Al Pacino Nope. Just regular oil changes

    • @shanepasha6501
      @shanepasha6501 5 років тому +2

      Spencz- agree. Scotty hates Subarus and that is very sad.

  • @shadowstrangler1
    @shadowstrangler1 5 років тому +13

    Hey Scotty can you do a video talking about Toyota 4runners old vs new please and thank you

    • @AdamSmith-gs2dv
      @AdamSmith-gs2dv 5 років тому

      The new ones are just as good as the older ones, Toyota has done a really good job keeping the 4runner to it's original purpose instead of making it a glorified street princess.

    • @NeverTalkToCops1
      @NeverTalkToCops1 5 років тому

      +The limited Is it true that many arguments were had inside toyoyo about the name 4runner, due to the obvious "foreskinner" references?

    • @user-tb7rn1il3q
      @user-tb7rn1il3q 5 років тому

      I have a 2018 4Runner. It's old school and I love it. It is an old design thus Toyota has worked out all of the bugs. The big 3 wait until they get a design that works and then change it.

    • @thepincushionman7063
      @thepincushionman7063 5 років тому

      Scotty says they're both the best Suv's in the world. Next.

  • @djs18
    @djs18 4 роки тому

    Love the videos; so informative and so smart.

  • @AstyleMadness
    @AstyleMadness 5 років тому +1

    I drive an Alfa Romeo Gt and you have no idea what you're talking about, 224.000km and not a problem,plus the sansation of driving it is priceless.... Something that you cant get from a Toyota, Honda etc

  • @blazetownsend8785
    @blazetownsend8785 5 років тому +16

    Subaru doesn't have many reported incidents. But some do complain of aged cvt's having some jerky response when coming to a stop. This is also something that is noted on Honda CVT's. Nissan has the worst track record for CVT's and there is a class action apparently. Toyota CVT's... couldn't find anything! That is something I already knew, they have a great CVT. When getting a subaru, aim for a 2.0 naturally aspirated, those last nearly forever. However, the FB20 does have some issues with the oil seal not working right. While the FA20 does not have this issue, and the FB20 is based on it. It shows that they tried to trim some costs, this means it's likely related to piston redesign. EJ20 naturally aspirated are great too. turbo's wear any engine sooner.

    • @p1st0ls44
      @p1st0ls44 5 років тому +3

      FB25 is a rock. no reported engine issues in 8 years of its life. the fb 20 is a work in progress...

    • @blazetownsend8785
      @blazetownsend8785 5 років тому

      I did notice the number of issues with the FB25 were smaller. But many of those where similar oil burn in earlier FB25's. In fact, 2011 FB25 to 2015 have issues reported with increased oil consumption. There is even a well written forum post out there on how to get Subaru to check it, and eventually replace the oil consuming FB20 or 25 varients. To point out though, the 2015 FB25 only impacts ones with manual transmissions on the Forester. I didn't see any updates after 2015.

    • @nickcaesar7650
      @nickcaesar7650 5 років тому +2

      Blaze Townsend do u work for Subaru? Your opinion seems bias, not factual.
      Factually, Subaru is currently involved in multiple class action lawsuits for everything from headgaskets, oil burning & complete engine failure. They *generally* are not that reliable.

    • @blazetownsend8785
      @blazetownsend8785 5 років тому +2

      Hmm, I am sure I mentioned that. Also, the head gasket failures was due to the EJ25's. not the newer FB's which are related to oil rings. There is no action against any of their transmissions. The EJ25's failure was due to the increased bore. This meant that there was less surface area for a gasket to seal. This very problem is why blow by happens on other inline 4 engines, like the fords ecotech, this causes exhaust gases to cross over to neighboring cylinders, normally the middle two in the ford example, not enough surface area because of the more compact design in this case. and not the only example to be had. The EJ25 was modified from the same body, just honed for the increased size. The main body did not differ from more reliable engines like the EJ18, EJ20, EJ22 where many of those don't die because of the engine or gasket failures. Now I say this as an engineer, not as a technician for subaru. I am absolutely intrigued by all engine designs. Some are boring, still used designs, like that from GM's lineup. Some update and improve on designs. If talking about subaru, they dealt with allot of engineering challenges that came up during the EJ series. Especially the EJ25. However, in their prusuit, they came across other technical details that were likely related to cost saving design measures. Currently, there are no class actions on subaru CVT's due to failure. Complaints on jerkiness when coming to a stop, and a few on oil leaks. But Nissan's CVT does have a class action, and that was the worst designed CVT I ever saw. Still good in concept, but failure none the less. Toyota on the other hand... I couldn't find ANYTHING on CVT failures. On top of that, I am thrilled with the design of their Prius CVT transmissions. Using a gear based CVT instead of the belt driven ones you commonly see, and how it works, and how it puts two power sources together to achieve power to the wheel. That is amazing! I am not thrilled with the general lack of development of the engine, but they are still well ahead of development verse many car makers. Subaru actually achieves, even with AWD, better gas efficiency than similar weight cars in the class that are only 2wd. There are sacrifices, and as a engineer, I love to see these successes and failures. Failure to a common, I need to get to work type, may be seen as problem. I see it as a hurdle. Subaru's are reliable, but you need to drop the turbo, drop the engine displacement, we live in cities, and a 2.0 and a 2.5 will both still go 65 with ease. Hell, I would drive it with a 1.6. It's the same engine, more surface area for sealing, higher durability in the cylinder walls, less likely to warp, stronger pistons, and no longer sold in the USA, but is sold in europe. I could buy it, ship it here, replace the fb20 or fb2.5, and be happier I got a stronger part. I would very much buy a toyota. But I also am not going to listen to hearsay alone.

    • @libertyandjusticeforall6435
      @libertyandjusticeforall6435 5 років тому

      Honda CVT is Garbage...

  • @dinchully4241
    @dinchully4241 5 років тому +3

    The classic Scotty that hates Merc but that Toyota is a masterpiece.

  • @justjacqueline2004
    @justjacqueline2004 5 років тому

    Loved it and invaluable for those of us on very limited resources.

  • @StarDustSid
    @StarDustSid 5 років тому

    I started watching this video with a certain amount of scepticism, but I've got to say mate you really know your stuff. I drive a Toyota in the UK at the moment, and I've got to say they just keep going and going they are incredibly reliable cars.

  • @geoffjefferson5571
    @geoffjefferson5571 5 років тому +6

    Toyota actually owns 16.5% of Subaru.
    Hence the 86/brz car

  • @payamyazdi7672
    @payamyazdi7672 5 років тому +59

    CAMRY is MYCAR.

  • @Hanibazzz
    @Hanibazzz 5 років тому

    Excellent videos Scotty!! Love from Iran

  • @musicmh1
    @musicmh1 5 років тому

    Scotty, Thank you for your advice. I enjoy watching and learning. I have a 2017 Honda Ridgeline. I prefer a manual transmission but they only make them with automatic. What do you think about the transmission in those trucks?

  • @the_random9718
    @the_random9718 5 років тому +6

    Your advice is very helpful Scotty, I’m gonna start driving in a few years and you let me know what cars are good and what cars are bad, keep up the good work Scotty!

    • @heathcox1286
      @heathcox1286 5 років тому +1

      Diecast Cars Garage buy an ex cop car. Cheap. Reliable and quick.

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon 5 років тому

      He's YOUNG and doesn't need nor should he have something that's "quick".

    • @AdamSmith-gs2dv
      @AdamSmith-gs2dv 5 років тому +1

      @@heathcox1286 Unless it's a Crown Vic I'd avoid used police cars. They are using challengers and Explorers now which aren't nearly as reliable.

    • @blueovalfan23
      @blueovalfan23 5 років тому

      It doesn't matter the brand, they all make good ones and bad ones. Something with a small block in Chevrolet, ford or dodge (watch the automatic transmissions in them) should be good. Maybe an older f series with a 300ci inline six with a manual trans. More modern stuff, idk about but anything used commonly in a fleet would be a wise choice as companies are looking to cut costs in maintenance. Most importantly do your homework on the topic and avoid stuff plagued by problems.

    • @ateam6486
      @ateam6486 5 років тому

      yeah buy the old police car, make sure you get the chevy caprice, you will have a blast in that thing

  • @BIGGIEBAG-XL
    @BIGGIEBAG-XL 5 років тому +14

    “The best new car to buy is..... A USED CORROLLA”

    • @jtb1990419
      @jtb1990419 4 роки тому

      With the standard transmission!

  • @LitvintsevDmitry
    @LitvintsevDmitry 5 років тому

    Props! Great channels . Keep it up.

  • @brianalebleu4625
    @brianalebleu4625 5 років тому

    Love this channel!!!!!!!

  • @lisae3208
    @lisae3208 5 років тому +51

    Scotty is it possible to double gas mileage

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  5 років тому +259

      yes when you drive somewhere, just drive in reverse on the way back

    • @lisae3208
      @lisae3208 5 років тому +8

      Ha Ha thanks scotty I do it all the time

    • @Sanpedranoazul
      @Sanpedranoazul 5 років тому +2

      Have a horse tu pull It off

    • @batman.._
      @batman.._ 5 років тому +5

      Yes. Call a tow truck before you revvv up the engine.

    • @flashmontana
      @flashmontana 5 років тому +4

      Get rid of both rear view mirrors, spare tire, roll up all windows and half the way get off and push your car

  • @elfpimp1
    @elfpimp1 5 років тому +4

    Wow, has it really been 20 years for the Prius??

  • @goat9199
    @goat9199 5 років тому

    Thanks Scotty.

  • @njm3211
    @njm3211 5 років тому +1

    Scotty is brilliant. Long live Scotty!

  • @mb013962
    @mb013962 5 років тому +6

    Rev up your 41 mpg highway Toyota Camrys!

  • @markley02
    @markley02 5 років тому +8

    Del sol's rust out. Sycnros like to wear. Other than that, amazing cars. I personally owned 4.

    • @TampaSupastar22
      @TampaSupastar22 5 років тому

      none form Florida are rusted out

    • @ateam6486
      @ateam6486 5 років тому

      ummm, so your not going for #5 i hope you learned your lesson

  • @thesunflowchannel1995
    @thesunflowchannel1995 5 років тому +1

    Now I've been waiting on this one.

  • @nightfury6836
    @nightfury6836 5 років тому

    AWESOME info Scotty!!! ;-D

  • @dstein111
    @dstein111 5 років тому +6

    I bought a 2017 cross trek last year. I hope Scotty is wrong about Subaru cvt’s

    • @dstein111
      @dstein111 5 років тому

      Ruben D Marmolejos just gonna keep taking it to the dealership every 5k miles.

    • @westdccs
      @westdccs 5 років тому

      Yeah, I think the newer Subaru CVTs are actually better. They had several years where the CVT was absolute trash, but I believe they have made lots of improvements in the newer gen cars. Personally, I'm not a fan of any CVT as they often feel like they are sluggish to respond to any type of throttle -- however, I'll take a Subaru CVT over a Dodge automatic any day. Really can't wait to get rid of my Dodge -- the transmission has always been very rough shifting in that car from day one.

    • @Rico24337
      @Rico24337 5 років тому

      The Subaru CVTs haven't been known for causing issues. Some people didn't like the way they "shifted" in the earlier ones but, but they've never been known for detrimental failure.

  • @Futurevisiom
    @Futurevisiom 5 років тому +4

    Scotty , you’re the best ⭐️

  • @michaelwebb8771
    @michaelwebb8771 5 років тому

    So your son lives in Nashville, my hometown. I'm 65 and a retired mechanic, I feel like I'm watching myself when watching your videos, keep up the good work, agree with you all the time, it's common sense folks!!

  • @xbsoft
    @xbsoft 5 років тому +2

    Hey Scotty, What's your opinion the new Chevy Volts? I hear they're pretty good and reliable because the ICE doesn't get used up as much if you mainly charge it; therefore, less parts wear out and engine bay stays cool and parts do not break as quick. Thanks!

  • @akramh9982
    @akramh9982 5 років тому +4

    Liked the video before even watching

  • @johnathancee4754
    @johnathancee4754 5 років тому +16

    the guy talking about the toyotas bad engine oil consumption between 2007-2011 is freaking so right!!! i always put synthetic oil on my girlfriends 2009 Corolla every 5000miles and when draining i get only 2qts!!!???!?!? No leaks!

    • @johnathancee4754
      @johnathancee4754 5 років тому +6

      OIL CONSUMPTION IS NOT LEAKING OIL IS BURNING OIL GOOGLE " CONSUMPTION"

    • @ateam6486
      @ateam6486 5 років тому +1

      some people just cant pay attention to details

    • @williamfreeman3331
      @williamfreeman3331 5 років тому +1

      @DevilsNachoz I have a 2008 Corolla. Use synthetic oil. Never have had an issue, either. Also this other guy should probably check the oil level more often and at least top it off.

    • @libertyandjusticeforall6435
      @libertyandjusticeforall6435 5 років тому +2

      Bro, fucking top the oil off every 2000 miles!!! If not, your engine will start knocking in a few years!

    • @1232bluejays
      @1232bluejays 5 років тому

      I've got a 2009 vibe with the corolla engine in it. Doesn't burn any oil

  • @18matts
    @18matts 5 років тому

    I really appreciate the rental tip

  • @guybowling5358
    @guybowling5358 5 років тому +1

    Hey Scotty. Love your videos and info. Wondering what you, or anyone here, thinks of a 2015+ Chevy colorado as far as reliability and longevity. Thanks

  • @Poorgeniu5
    @Poorgeniu5 5 років тому +8

    My mom brought a 2017 Camry a month ago and she told today that there's water leaking through the windshield. Gotta investigate that, tomorrow.

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon 5 років тому

      Good to have a warranty!!

    • @WildWhiteFang
      @WildWhiteFang 5 років тому

      Check the car fax and the body make sure it hasn’t been in an accident or had the windshield replaced. Also check the sunroof drains if you have a sunroof

  • @MrNewlife1968
    @MrNewlife1968 5 років тому +8

    I'll keep my 2013 Honda Fit Sport, manual...that I bought used last year with under 11 thousand miles on it.

  • @alexmcdonald7444
    @alexmcdonald7444 5 років тому +1

    Hey Scotty, I have a 2008 Hyundai Azera with 74,000 miles. Over the summer it would take about 30 minutes on high before my a/c could cool the car off and it still never got very cold, I’ve refilled my refrigerant but that didn’t work. What do you think the problem could be. Thanks!

  • @juggalouniversity8386
    @juggalouniversity8386 5 років тому +2

    Way to go Scotty!!! I would have gotten the Accord. What's your thoughts on Honda dropping the Accord coupe?

  • @janiechamplin8524
    @janiechamplin8524 5 років тому +4

    always dispose of your coolant/waste oil properly, recycle

  • @breaking4u
    @breaking4u 5 років тому +3

    My family has had good reliability from buicks over the years (the best was an early 90s, I think), any opinion, are they still good or are all GMs the same. Thanks

    • @KrikZ32
      @KrikZ32 5 років тому

      Up to the early 2000s gm made really solid vehicles for the most part. In 03-05 or so everything started getting electronic and computer controlled. In every GM I've driven (oldest was an 01) the electronic stuff was the weakest point. The radio would mess up, or the lights wouldn't always work right, or the digital dash would go out. My theory is that the reason gm went downhill so badly is because everything is computer controlled now, and gm were never very good at that.

    • @jasoncentore1830
      @jasoncentore1830 5 років тому +1

      GM is all my family ever bought, Cadillac, Buick, Pontiac, Chevy, - they were the best in there day, now the 1 Chevy we have is 2012, always something, blown 3.6 Litre at 55k on V-6 Malibu, it's fast only thing good about it. Always a ton of minor things that turn into a laundry list. The check engine light being on is standard with any GM product of today, I'm waiting for my check engine bulb to blow.

  • @richardhurts5
    @richardhurts5 5 років тому

    Hey great channel Scotty! Question about my 13 Toyota Tacoma 4.0. It had an automatic transmission that's sealed. I have 75k miles on the truck and was thinking of doing a fluid change. I know I have to drop the pan to access the filter and was wondering if it's as simple as it seems. I'm pretty mechanically inclined and have done all work on my vehicles myself but I'm a little hesitant on doing this. Is it wiser to just bring it to the stealership and have them do it. Very informative channel and I wait to see what you say next!

  • @wcllyd11
    @wcllyd11 5 років тому

    I bought a 2018 Camry about a month ago. Love the car!!!

  • @lifesucks3835
    @lifesucks3835 5 років тому +5

    I love my subaru cvt my only problem is where you change from p to d or r to d or d to r it takes a second to kick in gear, but it is supposed to do that and everyone I know that has a subaru theirs does it too and has done it since it was driven off the lot. 60,000 trouble free miles and counting.

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon 5 років тому

      They have extended the factory warranty on some because of all the problems.

    • @joenaps104
      @joenaps104 5 років тому

      Scotty is a subaru hater

  • @MrChampion1002
    @MrChampion1002 5 років тому +4

    I’ve always owned Mercedes and they’ve always been reliable. Never had any issues with them. Very good cars, I don’t know why you hate them so much😮

    • @MrChampion1002
      @MrChampion1002 5 років тому

      Also forgot to mention, buy the ones made in Germany. Big no no if made in America or South Africa.

    • @t-bone9239
      @t-bone9239 5 років тому

      @@MrChampion1002 it doesnt make a difference where they get build really

    • @MrChampion1002
      @MrChampion1002 5 років тому

      SandBag G&T Not a kid

  • @importantmancommenting9336
    @importantmancommenting9336 5 років тому

    The editing in this vid is just tops. 👌

  • @mrjjthor
    @mrjjthor 5 років тому +2

    Your moms 91!! Wow, what's your diet and daily routine like? Your always full of positive energy, Scotty. I'm 37 and feel like I'm ready to retire already.

    • @Karll541
      @Karll541 3 роки тому

      No bread no vegetables and you’ll be good

  • @fraxonthefurry21
    @fraxonthefurry21 5 років тому +4

    Now I'm no expert but I haven't seen much bad stuff about Subaru cvt's. Don't they share design or parts or something with Toyota because of the two companies partnership?
    I've only ever owned manual Subarus but I did see a 2014 impreza cvt with 212,000 miles. It was crashed tho.

    • @andersonrodriguez8258
      @andersonrodriguez8258 5 років тому +1

      Subaru’s are pretty good the ones u should stay from is the Nissan’s

    • @Benjiefrenzy
      @Benjiefrenzy 5 років тому +4

      Their engines haven't had head gasket issues since the 2011 models

    • @andersonrodriguez8258
      @andersonrodriguez8258 5 років тому +2

      Ben McInnes Scotty still stuck a lil behind in time gov him a break lol

    • @robertcornelison9233
      @robertcornelison9233 5 років тому

      My Subaru Outback 2017 just got the factory transmission waranty increased from 5 years and 60,000 miles to 7 years and 100,000 miles. This was out of the Blue in a letter. I have no issues with the transmission at all but only have 23,000 miles on the vehicle.
      Something is going on with the transmissions.

    • @andersonrodriguez8258
      @andersonrodriguez8258 5 років тому +1

      Eman 08 if they use the Aisin one Toyota uses than is pretty good but if they use the ones Nissan uses forget bout it

  • @orlandod1091
    @orlandod1091 5 років тому +3

    My 2013 fiat 500 abarth has 120,000 miles and I haven’t had any problems with it nor is it falling apart

    • @beezertwelvewashingbeard8703
      @beezertwelvewashingbeard8703 5 років тому

      Scotty says "sToP LyInG! tOyOtA numba OnE".

    • @ateam6486
      @ateam6486 5 років тому +1

      it will be in a Fiat museum as the only surviving Fiat ever made

    • @zachwulf6961
      @zachwulf6961 5 років тому

      That’s not even that many miles, lmk if it makes it to 200k

    • @willlogs5725
      @willlogs5725 5 років тому

      That's really young yet. I hope any car would clear that with no problems. I'm at 256k in a 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS. Original trans with no work done. Replaced oil, fluids, filters, MAF, front wheel hubs, rear bearings, bulbs, tires, brakes, rotors, and wiper blades. This car has needed NOTHING major. Waiting for it to die. It won't. And I don't drive it lightly. Oh and it's known for transmission issues since it's the weakest link. Still waiting... To make it worse, I hit a deer at 85mph and fixed it all with a crowbar and a glove(to pad the pivot point from more dents) that was last year

    • @willlogs5725
      @willlogs5725 5 років тому

      Forgot plugs and wires.. and actually it hit 257k after work today. Things last when you treat them right, though I must admit others have a better advantage out of the gate

  • @falconator3419
    @falconator3419 5 років тому

    Love this guy. He says it like it is.

  • @jeorgi1432
    @jeorgi1432 5 років тому

    Hey Scotty, can you please do a video on the newest Subarus. Are they any reliable, especially the wrx/sti. Thank you!

  • @wholmes12383
    @wholmes12383 5 років тому +5

    Scotty idc what you say I’m buying my mom the New 2019 3 Series 4 cyl Twin Turbo and it’s luxurious with UMPH and I’m dead serious.

    • @omartinoco9930
      @omartinoco9930 5 років тому

      Why the hell would anyone get an old lady a car with I drive screen controls. When did BMW ever make a 4 cylinder or a reliable engine for that matter?

    • @wholmes12383
      @wholmes12383 5 років тому

      Omar Tinoco well for first my mom can drive she’s not that old and second I know she’s not gonna put any miles on the car only thing she does is she drives up to the store and back to the house and that’s it 😂😂 the car is user friendly

  • @shelbysupersnake101
    @shelbysupersnake101 5 років тому +11

    Just to add on to what Scotty said about cvts and Toyota, Honda CVT is great too. Toyota and Honda are some of the only manufacturers to make their own CVT transmissions and Honda has been using them in ATVs and snowmobiles longer than Toyota has in cars. Different beasts to tame but it is part of the reason Honda hasn't had any issues in the 10th gen civics transmissions which have CVT. (Possibly even the accord CVT but I wasn't in the market for an accord so I didn't even check into that) They're pretty peppy too, I have one myself, not a lot of lag either.

    • @CSmart7396
      @CSmart7396 5 років тому +4

      Jackie Daniels My 2014 Accord Sport has 131,000 miles with a CVT. Still runs and drives like new as it should

    • @shelbysupersnake101
      @shelbysupersnake101 5 років тому

      DevilsNachoz why's that?

    • @shelbysupersnake101
      @shelbysupersnake101 5 років тому

      *_•reshirm•_* I've heard CVT on the CRV is underpowered but other than that they're great.

    • @kgbreviews35
      @kgbreviews35 5 років тому +1

      I've asked people who have the 9th gen accord cvt up to 150k. No one has had a problem with the cvt

  • @tornay131
    @tornay131 5 років тому

    I bought a 2016 Mazda 3 a year ago and love it . Great drive and no problems. You mentioned the problem with skyactiv engines and would like to know more about what you think. Thanks.

  • @GamerNRetro
    @GamerNRetro 5 років тому +1

    Rocking a 2018 Camry for my daily. Smooth, gets great mileage, and i know when I turn it on every morning it will always work the same.

    • @n1n0z24
      @n1n0z24 4 роки тому

      LightningBlueMeanie any problems so far ?

  • @john-danielmartin8753
    @john-danielmartin8753 5 років тому +7

    That's not true the subaru cvt is one of the best cvts in the industry now

    • @thepincushionman7063
      @thepincushionman7063 5 років тому

      That's like saying you build the best spaghetti homes. It doesn't make a fck, I'm not buying it.

    • @john-danielmartin8753
      @john-danielmartin8753 5 років тому

      @@thepincushionman7063 you know what you said makes no sense right. So just your research and go on your way cause the only cvt scotty will certificate comes from Toyota there are other companies

  • @colind9638
    @colind9638 5 років тому +138

    T as in tremendous
    O as in oh my god, that Toyota is so reliable
    Y as in you should really buy a Toyota
    O as in obviously you should buy a Toyota
    T as in terrific cars those Toyotas
    A as in absolutely, you should really buy a Toyota

    • @vasme973
      @vasme973 5 років тому +9

      You must be in the 50s ore have no feeling for what a real car is. No real car guy will drive daily in a toyota.nothing special.

    • @Sonowske21
      @Sonowske21 5 років тому +15

      @@vasme973 this comment is so cringe

    • @20502chris
      @20502chris 5 років тому +6

      Robert Loggia, remember family guy

    • @sorrydays3865
      @sorrydays3865 5 років тому +3

      You should buy one if you're an old person who doesn't like having fun

    • @forc3ofxf3ar51
      @forc3ofxf3ar51 5 років тому +2

      Vas Me most stupid thing I’ve read

  • @qclibre546lkj
    @qclibre546lkj 3 роки тому

    You may have of just saved my finances with your videos, cheers

  • @Nethter
    @Nethter 5 років тому

    Hey Scotty! Would a 1990 Celica gt manual be a good first project car? I’m checking one out, it doesn’t Star and the owners have no idea what’s wrong with it. I’ve completely restored a dirt bike before and that’s the experience I have. Thanks!

  • @matthewraden5210
    @matthewraden5210 5 років тому +7

    The Mercedes E-class is a very reliable vehicle from almost every year.

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon 5 років тому +5

      I had 2....nothing but problems. Finally bought a Lexus and nothing but happiness since.

    • @mkkeable
      @mkkeable 5 років тому +7

      I live in europe, there is a reason why almost every taxi is an e class, my previous 2015 e220 clocked in 550k kilometers NO problems at all.

    • @roy6672
      @roy6672 5 років тому +3

      mkkeable ikr, I’m from Europe too and almost all taxis are Mercedes.

    • @t-bone9239
      @t-bone9239 5 років тому

      @@roy6672 yeah e class or passat

    • @webcomment8895
      @webcomment8895 5 років тому +1

      @@mkkeable It's because it's in Europe and they don't like Japanese cars. Supporting European car makers is more important to them than reliability. Clearly, the price to buy parts and maintain a Mercedes in Europe is also less there than in USA.

  • @sandysandoz467
    @sandysandoz467 5 років тому +7

    Team camry for life 😜

    • @vasme973
      @vasme973 5 років тому +1

      They are boring. I dont even know if they sell them in Europe. Toyota its like 15 years behind in quality then the German cars.

    • @sandysandoz467
      @sandysandoz467 5 років тому

      @Christopher Llamas I'm a woman lol 😂

    • @sandysandoz467
      @sandysandoz467 5 років тому

      @Christopher Llamas lol its okay 😉

  • @keithmontero7362
    @keithmontero7362 5 років тому

    Great video sir.
    I need help Mr. Kilmer. I wanna ask what are the specific cars using in-line fuel pump?

  • @aleksrojko8877
    @aleksrojko8877 5 років тому

    I have just found this chanel, you are a bit of a nutter but in a very positive way - can't stop watching these vids they are addictive :)