I have this exact same car ;same colour too. I bought it new in Dec 2004. The SE V6 is the best car of all time! Its V6 is smooth like butter, and very powerful. Handles like a sports car. Very nice interior and trunk is huge. Its lots of fun to drive. Exceleration is amazing. Over 19 years and very little maintenance required. Try to find a better car, but you won't.
o3 v6 xle 335k driven many newer sedans nonemeasure up for size comfort mpg power and none no where near as relaible. I am never selling mine if and when engne or trans dies I am ordering reman and going on
These gen Camry's are my favorite! Several years back I had a '06 LE 2.4 and it was an excellent car. Fast forward to today and I just got back into another! '05 XLE 3.0 absolutely love it!
The 3.0L is one of the best engines. And it’s non interference. If your timing belt ever breaks, you just install new one and you are back to the business.
FYI: The 3MZ engine will give you 15+ horses with premium gas. The original SE suspension should be very stiff and tight. I guess the previous owner had replaced the shocks with OEM ones. Genuine parts for Gen5 Camry SE has been quite difficult to find already becuase SE trim was not more than 5% back then. I am still driving exactly the same Camry in Korea, and still it performs 185hp/27.5kgfm with 91 gas on dyno.
Correction: this is the 5th gen Camry, 6th gen is from 2007-2011, 7th gen is from 2012-2014, 7.5 from 2015 -2017. The 7.5 gen is different enough from the early 7th gen to be called the 8th gen, IMO. Oh, BTW, the SE wasn't the top trim, that was the XLE. So the trims were LE, SE, XLE (not sure if there was a CE trim with the 5th generation, that was the base in the 4th generation).
No CE trim in the 5th gen Camry but there was a "standard" Camry that had black outside mirrors and door handles, no power drivers seat, and no keyless entry.
I had a 2008 Lexus Ls460 several years ago and sold it. I bought a 2006 Toyota Camry LE V6 with the 3.0 engine as a beater car until I found the right 2013+ LS460 for sale. 4 1/2 years later and it's my main car 😄. So relaxing owning a car with few electronics to fail. Low maintenance and relaxing to drive. The V6 really makes it special. It has sneaky sleeper power and many drivers are probably surprised by it when I pass them. 2002-2006 are the last of the best old school Camry.
I used to have a 2005 Toyota Camry Ateva. I engine swapped it for the higher compressed and slightly larger Sportivo 2AZ-FE and it's based on this car. Maybe a little better. The two rear speakers above the rear seats were actually from stock in Australia Kenwood dedicated subwoofers. Depending on where you live, resulted on your audio setup. In Australia we got Kenwood stock, in America was JBL, early Japanese models were fitted from what I believe to be Pioneer.
I love my 2002 Camry but mine was the le with the 2.4. Super comfortable reliable and the build quality was great and I don’t know if anyone else corrected you but this is the 5th gen Camry and the one you’re reviewing is the 5.5 refresh. The 5th gen was the last gen they went all out on in my opinion. Even the base trim came with a full size spare. I drove its predecessors the 6th gen 2011 the 7th gen 2016 and the new 8th 2023 and the only one comparable to the 5th gen in comfort and ride quality is the new 8th gen in the le trim. These Camrys are known for longevity and reliability mine still ran like a brand new car when it was totaled at 300,000 miles. I replaced it with a 7th gen accord se and I can say I made a downgrade big time
I recently bought a 2002 LE with a manual trans and I absolutely love it! It’s a higher mileage car, that has been gone through soup to nuts and had any and all needs replaced. It is just a smooth car. Coming from my 2004 Tundra double cab I’ll never own anything but Toyota!
I have a 2006 with the 4 cylinder. Didn't know much about them when I bought it. Thought it was just some boring looking sedan, but the price was right. Have had it like 6 years now, change the oil every 3000 miles, thing is solid as a rock. Brake pads and an alternator are the only repairs. Always keeping my eye open for a Highlander from that year with the same engine and front wheel drive. Basic, non-flashy vehicles that never break down.
I need one of these cars so bad. I would love to run an intercooler small single turbo set up and run maybe 6 lbs of boost through it, maybe hope for 300 hp and a bunch of torque like these motors are. I think that would be a lot of fun. of course I’d need to to completely custom because there’s no real turbo kits for this car. Dad used to have one and even stock it could max out the speedo at 140. Beautiful quirky car.
I own a 2003 4 banger with a manual transmission. I also put on a cold air intake and cat back exhaust. 379 kms and still runs like the first day I bought her back in 03 and yes I bought her brand new. It's also the fourth Toyota I've owned. Back back in the day when my hommies were grabing Honda Subbies etc I got The corrola and modded the ish out of them. Bullet proof engine
2003 xle v6, same body style best car i ever owned, next to 2000 lexus es300, same car just a bit more luxury. Last forever and makes caddy feel like a yugo.
The 2002 to 2006 are still my favorite body styles to this day. I know you made this video a year ago, but just some info about the car (I know way, way to much about the 5th gen Camry) The rear sunshade was an option on the SE an XLE, the gauge orange color is specific to the SE, and the JBL stereo was only had 6 speakers with no sub, the 5 speed manual was standard with the 2.4 engine in the SE, and the 3 spoke steering wheel was only available for the SE. I currently drive a 2005 Camry LE V-6 but mine has the 3.0 V-6. The 3.3 wasn't available in the LE or the XLE.
I have a 2003 model super reliable till now & only things i have changed is an alternator. Its big on space big boot reliable and very economical on highways highest i got was 14kmpl. And even being a sedan the GC is also gud . Love to see these generations camry on utube and u made a very nice unbiased video. 👍👍👍
Toyota Camry is very popular in the Gulf especially in my country Saudi Arabia and you can find it everywhere and it is in good condition so far. It's one of the best things Toyota has ever made, and I own a unit like it. It's very durable and fast compared to midsize cars, especially if it's a manual transmission, fun to drive, and has excellent acceleration.
I have an 03 v6 xle took me yrs to find a great used one. I worked at dealer for a few yrs driven many newer cars, not one has made me want to sell my camry and buy them. car is 21 yrs old and not even new camry is better. it is still the best 4 door sedan ever made anywhere anytime.
The SE model was one of he rarest trim models of that generation. I have a dark grey 2006 Camry SE 2.4L 4 cylinder with over 213k miles on it. The SE trim model looks in-between a Mazda 6 and a Lexus esp with a different grill. Its looks so much better than tge common LE models.
@@BernonCars go ahead! Where I live you can get one in semi-decent condition for under $5000. Sometimes half of that, so not an expensive investment. However if you're one of the people who hate driving these cars and thus wouldnt do another review, no one would blame you. If not - good idea for your future content. Will find its audience for sure :)
I remember that they also had manual transmission Camry SE's some of them were loaded with all the features of the XLE. Some of the SE's also had body kits with skirts and front lips.
I bought a 2006 Hyundai Sonata back in 2005, big mistake! Wishing I bought a 2005 Toyota Camry back then, after owning the Sonata I broke down and bought a 2016 Toyota Camry SE in 2015! Thank you for showing me what I could've had!😉
I used to be obsessed with these Camrys as I had a 2003 5 speed manual. Australia had and option for a V6 manual because their Camrys were built on their land for their market. Japan also had their own AWD Camry for this generation.
I had the fully loaded se 4cyl 2005 model manual in gun metal grey. Very reliable and i sold it with 305,000km. Only thing i dislike was too much wheel slip.
I just subscribed. I love you review of "Normal" cars that the average everyday person can afford. (mostly). Your selection of fun, neat and interesting vehicles peaks my interest.
A friend of our family bought a brand new 1998 Camry that he let me drive when I got my permit. Loved the way it drove. Then back in 2003 had two co workers buy this generation Camry. Both were very nice. I said I always wanted a Camry. I ended up buying a 2014 Camry had nothing but issues with that one. Gave Camry another chance, and now have a 2018 Camry having issues with this one as well. I think I'm switching over to Honda. But the Camry is a nice car to look at from a far.
@@jasperdilincoln2341 I appreciate your honesty. I have some issues with a 2005 LE (2.4L) that I purchased with 109K miles. The worst issue is when I step on the gas from a stoplight, the car lurches forward and snaps your neck! Very annoying.
Older camrys better more reliable just rolled 325 k miles in my 03 2 parts failed after 250k sensor and alternator, other than older 2000 era hondas nothi g beats them.
Toyota in Australia gave us a sport model but a different trim name and fairly different We got a fair amount of trim levels And 3 or 4 versions of each trim Our sport model is called a "Sportivo" added the following wing, bodykit, sportier suspension and interior (including bigger seat bolsters) and the facelift model got a sportier grill with TRD styling, and silver interior trims, black light bezels front and rear Black or gold badges could be options Sunroof was optional Leather was optional (but personally the fabric is better) And was available in 4cyl auto or manual And V6 auto or manual Unfortunately we missed out on 17's tho they were North america only but tbh who ever buys a sportivo is either granny driving or changing the wheels anyway The sportivo V6 also had the tiniest power increase but the powerband was stretched out longer
@@BernonCars yeah same here The MCX10 1st gen toyota Avalon is another bizarre example of a Toyota In the USA & Japan it came out in the early 90s and got a midlife facelift Over here in Australia it was built and sold between 1999-2006 Toyota slightly updated the mechanicals and safety features and called it the MCX10R It got a facelift in 2003/04 which purely made it fleet sale orientated but lux options still existed The facelift headlights were designed for function over form so they have a weird design to them
I love that you did this review. I'm in the process of getting a 2002 le with 68k miles from a family friend. I like that you said you would change out the radio/tape deck.Was considering that. I'm now going to get blue tooth system w/back up camera. I'm Toyota loyal. I currently have a 2005 black convertible Solara w/168 k miles hope I can get a couple of $$$s for it. New subscriber👍🏿❣️
I Toyota Camry has a lot of space you can fit five people in that vehicle. Great on gas everything you want in a Japanese vehicle props to you bro you gave me great information about the Toyota Camry
got these in australia, except theyre called sportivos and azuras (azuras are the xle equivalent, w/o the jbl sound system) got the azura myself (forgot to add ours are simply 3.0 V6s)
You know I really like my Japan built 2002 xv30 Camry LE with 5-speed manual. The only complaint I have right now is the amount of rattle that came from the interior. Don't have time to look into it as of this time
My mother still has her 2005 Camry SE V6 with 305,000 miles. I have a 2006 Toyota Solara V6 with 150,000 miles that I bought used in 2009 and still rolling today. I will say that the Solara had a better interior, almost Lexus like.
i have a 2006 3.0 v6 and it's a sleeper! I've had many v8 300hp+ horsepower luxury cars and my Camry feels like it could keep up with them ! i love my Camry. it's so much fun in a V6
My mom got a 2005 Camry XLE V6 about 10 uears ago with about 40K miles. It now has 65K miles and still drives just fine and good quality. Did have to replace the Alternator and belt last year, battery evey 3-4 years. But now its leaking oil feom the engine seals, so now it has to be opened ans have rhe upper and lower seal replaced (about $700).
Toyota Camry everybody wants that vehicle the price is Japanese they make very reliable cars pick you up a Toyota Camry and a Toyota Corolla thumbs up Toyota 👍👍👍
I’m going to look at this exact model car today. I’m a single mom with 3 kids still at home, 1 pre teen & 2 teen ( 6ft + tall ) boys. I’ve been trying to find a vehicle that will be reliable & last me since March but have yet to find anything! My dad found this one with only 137000 miles. In your opinion would this car be a reliable choice for me? Id really appreciate if you could give me your opinion on if it would be a good purchase for me? Thanks so much!
Thank ya! I definitely will be soon. We have some interesting stuff at work that I’m gonna try to get for videos and hopefully this summer I’ll start getting press cars!
Wait a second is an OLGSHS sweatshirt? Where are you? I graduated 2010. I see you’re wearing that matching shoes. I have a GS460 you could review, super rare.
If I can find a 2002 thru 2015 thats in decent condition either with a 4 or 6 cylinder, I'll surely buy it!! Time for my 11' Chevy Cruze to go! Way too many problems out of it. Should've bought a Toyota in the first place.
awesome to see someone "reviewing" my actual car. Especially the "rarer" 3.3L v6 trim. It's just so much different from all the others. edit: my transmission is not that smooth lol. 209k miles on it though. Shift from 1st to 2nd is rough.
@@BernonCars I'm just getting into learning about cars and how to get my Camry to 1 mil on the odometer lol. I'll definitely check out the mounts for both.... If i can find them. Honestly thought a new transmission was the only solution.
@@automotivetv9861 I mean I love the 3.3 liter 225hp/240tq engine, the 5spd auto gearbox with the mild sports tuned suspension and 17” wheels. Too bad the body of the car is grotesque.
you would be surprised how fast this v6 Camry is. it does high 6 low 7s to 60mph and will pull strong all the way to 100mph. it's faster than most sedans nowadays which all are mainly 4 cylinder engines even a few with turbos.
I have this exact same car ;same colour too. I bought it new in Dec 2004. The SE V6 is the best car of all time! Its V6 is smooth like butter, and very powerful. Handles like a sports car. Very nice interior and trunk is huge. Its lots of fun to drive. Exceleration is amazing. Over 19 years and very little maintenance required. Try to find a better car, but you won't.
Nice!! That's so cool! Cheers
o3 v6 xle 335k driven many newer sedans nonemeasure up for size comfort mpg power and none no where near as relaible. I am never selling mine if and when engne or trans dies I am ordering reman and going on
Feels good to have someone else so enthusiastic about weird cars like these, can't lie
Right?? Thats why I love making videos on these haha. Nobody else looks at them!
Weird cars? These mfs run FOREVER!! Lokey, not hot cars, you sleep buddy
Weird is good 😄
@alexanderkennedy2969 wahhhhh
@alexanderkennedy2969 skill issue
Being reliable is such a good trait for a vehicle.. i think its big part of Toyota’s success
Absolutely!
it's the only part of toyota's success 😂
The big cousin of the lexus es 330.
There a million guys reviewing cars. But I like this guy. Easy to listen to and straight to point.
I appreciate that!!
These gen Camry's are my favorite! Several years back I had a '06 LE 2.4 and it was an excellent car. Fast forward to today and I just got back into another! '05 XLE 3.0 absolutely love it!
Right on, XLE, sweet!!
The 3.0L is one of the best engines. And it’s non interference. If your timing belt ever breaks, you just install new one and you are back to the business.
FYI: The 3MZ engine will give you 15+ horses with premium gas. The original SE suspension should be very stiff and tight. I guess the previous owner had replaced the shocks with OEM ones. Genuine parts for Gen5 Camry SE has been quite difficult to find already becuase SE trim was not more than 5% back then. I am still driving exactly the same Camry in Korea, and still it performs 185hp/27.5kgfm with 91 gas on dyno.
This was my favorite car growing up, so it's nice to see it getting the appreciation it deserves. Thanks for this video!
Im glad you enjoyed!!
Correction: this is the 5th gen Camry, 6th gen is from 2007-2011, 7th gen is from 2012-2014, 7.5 from 2015 -2017. The 7.5 gen is different enough from the early 7th gen to be called the 8th gen, IMO. Oh, BTW, the SE wasn't the top trim, that was the XLE. So the trims were LE, SE, XLE (not sure if there was a CE trim with the 5th generation, that was the base in the 4th generation).
Whoops! I had a feeling I messed that up. Thank you for the correction
No CE trim in the 5th gen Camry but there was a "standard" Camry that had black outside mirrors and door handles, no power drivers seat, and no keyless entry.
I had a 2008 Lexus Ls460 several years ago and sold it. I bought a 2006 Toyota Camry LE V6 with the 3.0 engine as a beater car until I found the right 2013+ LS460 for sale. 4 1/2 years later and it's my main car 😄. So relaxing owning a car with few electronics to fail. Low maintenance and relaxing to drive. The V6 really makes it special. It has sneaky sleeper power and many drivers are probably surprised by it when I pass them. 2002-2006 are the last of the best old school Camry.
Nice, I agree! I hope you found that LS too. Cheers!
My mechanic drives the V6 Camry. He bought everyone in his fam a new car and he said this is one of the best Toyota’s ever made.
I used to have a 2005 Toyota Camry Ateva. I engine swapped it for the higher compressed and slightly larger Sportivo 2AZ-FE and it's based on this car. Maybe a little better. The two rear speakers above the rear seats were actually from stock in Australia Kenwood dedicated subwoofers. Depending on where you live, resulted on your audio setup. In Australia we got Kenwood stock, in America was JBL, early Japanese models were fitted from what I believe to be Pioneer.
Ohh interesting swap!
My 2007 Toyota Avalon Limited came with a full size spare tire. Has never been used. Nearly 280K miles and still going good.
Oh wow nice!!
Hey bern, keep making videos man. You’ll look back at the end of the year and seen how much you grown. Keep up the good work.
Absolutely I will! I’m excited for the future!
I love my 2002 Camry but mine was the le with the 2.4. Super comfortable reliable and the build quality was great and I don’t know if anyone else corrected you but this is the 5th gen Camry and the one you’re reviewing is the 5.5 refresh. The 5th gen was the last gen they went all out on in my opinion. Even the base trim came with a full size spare. I drove its predecessors the 6th gen 2011 the 7th gen 2016 and the new 8th 2023 and the only one comparable to the 5th gen in comfort and ride quality is the new 8th gen in the le trim. These Camrys are known for longevity and reliability mine still ran like a brand new car when it was totaled at 300,000 miles. I replaced it with a 7th gen accord se and I can say I made a downgrade big time
I recently bought a 2002 LE with a manual trans and I absolutely love it! It’s a higher mileage car, that has been gone through soup to nuts and had any and all needs replaced. It is just a smooth car. Coming from my 2004 Tundra double cab I’ll never own anything but Toyota!
I have a 2006 with the 4 cylinder. Didn't know much about them when I bought it. Thought it was just some boring looking sedan, but the price was right. Have had it like 6 years now, change the oil every 3000 miles, thing is solid as a rock. Brake pads and an alternator are the only repairs. Always keeping my eye open for a Highlander from that year with the same engine and front wheel drive. Basic, non-flashy vehicles that never break down.
I love your channel, and how you see unique cars like I do. What a greta Camry!
I appreciate that! Hope to see you again!
I need one of these cars so bad. I would love to run an intercooler small single turbo set up and run maybe 6 lbs of boost through it, maybe hope for 300 hp and a bunch of torque like these motors are. I think that would be a lot of fun. of course I’d need to to completely custom because there’s no real turbo kits for this car. Dad used to have one and even stock it could max out the speedo at 140. Beautiful quirky car.
They're sweeet!
SE of this generation was my first car and it never ever got me into any trouble no sir
I own a 2003 4 banger with a manual transmission. I also put on a cold air intake and cat back exhaust. 379 kms and still runs like the first day I bought her back in 03 and yes I bought her brand new. It's also the fourth Toyota I've owned. Back back in the day when my hommies were grabing Honda Subbies etc I got The corrola and modded the ish out of them. Bullet proof engine
Nice, sweet little car!
2003 xle v6, same body style best car i ever owned, next to 2000 lexus es300, same car just a bit more luxury. Last forever and makes caddy feel like a yugo.
The 2002 to 2006 are still my favorite body styles to this day. I know you made this video a year ago, but just some info about the car (I know way, way to much about the 5th gen Camry) The rear sunshade was an option on the SE an XLE, the gauge orange color is specific to the SE, and the JBL stereo was only had 6 speakers with no sub, the 5 speed manual was standard with the 2.4 engine in the SE, and the 3 spoke steering wheel was only available for the SE. I currently drive a 2005 Camry LE V-6 but mine has the 3.0 V-6. The 3.3 wasn't available in the LE or the XLE.
Nice, yeah I appreciate the notes! That’s cool to know! Thanks for stopping by!
I have a 2003 model super reliable till now & only things i have changed is an alternator. Its big on space big boot reliable and very economical on highways highest i got was 14kmpl. And even being a sedan the GC is also gud . Love to see these generations camry on utube and u made a very nice unbiased video. 👍👍👍
Nice, I’m glad you enjoyed it!!
Toyota Camry is very popular in the Gulf especially in my country Saudi Arabia and you can find it everywhere and it is in good condition so far. It's one of the best things Toyota has ever made, and I own a unit like it. It's very durable and fast compared to midsize cars, especially if it's a manual transmission, fun to drive, and has excellent acceleration.
It's a older car but the design aged very well. The 7th Gen Accord I'd pick over it every time though ❤
Facts. You know I'm an Accord guy too haha
Both great cars
Why would you pick the 2003 Accord V6 over the 2003 Camry V6 is the accord faster??
Always liked this bodystyle. Still do! Thank you for this review!
Im glad you enjoyed!
I have my lovely 2002 V6 LPG Camry and I'm totally in love with it!
Nice!!
You nailed it! 'most cars now are more or less computers.
I have a 3005 xle camry. That’s the top sports sedan. High output 3.0 v-6, leather seats, wood trim. Coke has the spoiler, too. And racing suspension.
Very nice!
I have an 03 v6 xle took me yrs to find a great used one. I worked at dealer for a few yrs driven many newer cars, not one has made me want to sell my camry and buy them. car is 21 yrs old and not even new camry is better. it is still the best 4 door sedan ever made anywhere anytime.
Nice! Yeah they're great finds even nowadays
The SE model was one of he rarest trim models of that generation. I have a dark grey 2006 Camry SE 2.4L 4 cylinder with over 213k miles on it. The SE trim model looks in-between a Mazda 6 and a Lexus esp with a different grill. Its looks so much better than tge common LE models.
Interesting! Yeah I like the SE looks!
Man, I'm looking at one of these today, and you've got me all excited to check it out. I'm coming from a 96 corolla, so I'm kinda stoked, lol
Hell yeah!! Lmk how it goes! I’d buy that Rolla from you if I could, I love them 😂
I love old camrys. Would also be good to see common issues and problems with these. Great review.
That just means I'll have to drive another one! 😆
@@BernonCars go ahead! Where I live you can get one in semi-decent condition for under $5000. Sometimes half of that, so not an expensive investment. However if you're one of the people who hate driving these cars and thus wouldnt do another review, no one would blame you. If not - good idea for your future content. Will find its audience for sure :)
I remember that they also had manual transmission Camry SE's some of them were loaded with all the features of the XLE. Some of the SE's also had body kits with skirts and front lips.
Those were sick
I bought a 2006 Hyundai Sonata back in 2005, big mistake! Wishing I bought a 2005 Toyota Camry back then, after owning the Sonata I broke down and bought a 2016 Toyota Camry SE in 2015! Thank you for showing me what I could've had!😉
Haha glad you're in a Camry now though!
Really nice presentation. Natural way of explaining. Many youtubers talk in a robotic way!
Glad you liked it!
I used to be obsessed with these Camrys as I had a 2003 5 speed manual. Australia had and option for a V6 manual because their Camrys were built on their land for their market. Japan also had their own AWD Camry for this generation.
I enjoyed this video very much and it was entertaining throughout. Thank you for sharing!
Glad you enjoyed it!!
I had the fully loaded se 4cyl 2005 model manual in gun metal grey. Very reliable and i sold it with 305,000km. Only thing i dislike was too much wheel slip.
I have the same exact model, except it’s a 4 cylinder, I love it. Just got it w 163k
Nice!!
I just subscribed.
I love you review of "Normal" cars that the average everyday person can afford. (mostly). Your selection of fun, neat and interesting vehicles peaks my interest.
Thank you! Right. Everyone else does videos on unattainable cars, I like the stuff we can actually put our hands on!
A friend of our family bought a brand new 1998 Camry that he let me drive when I got my permit. Loved the way it drove. Then back in 2003 had two co workers buy this generation Camry. Both were very nice. I said I always wanted a Camry. I ended up buying a 2014 Camry had nothing but issues with that one. Gave Camry another chance, and now have a 2018 Camry having issues with this one as well. I think I'm switching over to Honda. But the Camry is a nice car to look at from a far.
Interesting! I wouldn’t expect issues from a Camry!
@@BernonCars yeah most people wouldn't
@@jasperdilincoln2341 I appreciate your honesty. I have some issues with a 2005 LE (2.4L) that I purchased with 109K miles. The worst issue is when I step on the gas from a stoplight, the car lurches forward and snaps your neck! Very annoying.
Older camrys better more reliable just rolled 325 k miles in my 03 2 parts failed after 250k sensor and alternator, other than older 2000 era hondas nothi g beats them.
Toyota in Australia gave us a sport model but a different trim name and fairly different
We got a fair amount of trim levels
And 3 or 4 versions of each trim
Our sport model is called a "Sportivo"
added the following wing, bodykit, sportier suspension and interior (including bigger seat bolsters) and the facelift model got a sportier grill with TRD styling, and silver interior trims, black light bezels front and rear
Black or gold badges could be options
Sunroof was optional
Leather was optional (but personally the fabric is better)
And was available in 4cyl auto or manual
And V6 auto or manual
Unfortunately we missed out on 17's tho they were North america only but tbh who ever buys a sportivo is either granny driving or changing the wheels anyway
The sportivo V6 also had the tiniest power increase but the powerband was stretched out longer
Interesting! I always like seeing how Toyota packages their cars in other regions
@@BernonCars yeah same here
The MCX10 1st gen toyota Avalon is another bizarre example of a Toyota
In the USA & Japan it came out in the early 90s and got a midlife facelift
Over here in Australia it was built and sold between 1999-2006 Toyota slightly updated the mechanicals and safety features and called it the MCX10R
It got a facelift in 2003/04 which purely made it fleet sale orientated but lux options still existed
The facelift headlights were designed for function over form so they have a weird design to them
I love that you did this review. I'm in the process of getting a 2002 le with 68k miles from a family friend. I like that you said you would change out the radio/tape deck.Was considering that. I'm now going to get blue tooth system w/back up camera. I'm Toyota loyal. I currently have a 2005 black convertible Solara w/168 k miles hope I can get a couple of $$$s for it. New subscriber👍🏿❣️
I’m appreciate that! Nice!! Getting the fleet together!
Do it! I have that exact same 02 camry V6 and still running strong at 289k!
More hooptie reviews please? Also did you see that corolla gr, what are your thoughts on it? I freaking love it already lol
Absolutely I’ll have more! I did see it!! It’s so sick I’m really happy Toyota is coming back!!
Now we gotta watch for Honda's response oh man this summer is going to be fantastic!
Watching this made me discover the full size spare in my 05 camry se😅
Hahaha I’m glad!!
I like this channel cause it’s only show hoopty like my car
Haha I’m glad
well done! Nice production value and time and effort put into this. I'm a subscriber. I drive a 2002 Toyota Camry V6 XLE.
Thank you very much!
I Toyota Camry has a lot of space you can fit five people in that vehicle. Great on gas everything you want in a Japanese vehicle props to you bro you gave me great information about the Toyota Camry
Cheers mate
@@BernonCars I really like the Toyota Camry SE. The car has a lot of features in Japanese cars live up to their names. Great on gas. 👍👍👍👍👍
4:09 he said "Camry" like that for almost 20 years😂.
got these in australia, except theyre called sportivos and azuras (azuras are the xle equivalent, w/o the jbl sound system) got the azura myself (forgot to add ours are simply 3.0 V6s)
Oh interesting! Love them, I'd love to find an older Gracia Wagon one day!
You know I really like my Japan built 2002 xv30 Camry LE with 5-speed manual. The only complaint I have right now is the amount of rattle that came from the interior. Don't have time to look into it as of this time
I enjoyed your review. Very neat.
Thank you
Thank you very much!
My mother still has her 2005 Camry SE V6 with 305,000 miles. I have a 2006 Toyota Solara V6 with 150,000 miles that I bought used in 2009 and still rolling today. I will say that the Solara had a better interior, almost Lexus like.
Nice, yeah the Solara is definitely more Lexus like! Im planning on reviewing one of those soon!
@@BernonCars yes please do. If you can, review the SLE V6 trim. That’s the one I have. It’s a beast and good on gas.
Just raced a 2006 Accord v6 sedan 3 times in my 3.0 v6 2005 camry the other day and i walked him every time, i must admit i'm a little modded tho.
i have a 2006 3.0 v6 and it's a sleeper! I've had many v8 300hp+ horsepower luxury cars and my Camry feels like it could keep up with them ! i love my Camry. it's so much fun in a V6
@@JJ-rw2pj don't ever sell it, its transmission is bulletproof
Missed making these dealership “hooptie” reviews lol
What about Ford fusions 2006 would you be able to review one at all ?
@@ethanreid7918 if we get one, sure!
My mom got a 2005 Camry XLE V6 about 10 uears ago with about 40K miles. It now has 65K miles and still drives just fine and good quality. Did have to replace the Alternator and belt last year, battery evey 3-4 years. But now its leaking oil feom the engine seals, so now it has to be opened ans have rhe upper and lower seal replaced (about $700).
Wowwww that’s crazy low mileage! I’m sure it needs some love after the years
Nice example of an old Camry.
Indeed!
2023 and I want one for daily driver so bad
They’re great man!
Toyota Camry everybody wants that vehicle the price is Japanese they make very reliable cars pick you up a Toyota Camry and a Toyota Corolla thumbs up Toyota 👍👍👍
I’m going to look at this exact model car today. I’m a single mom with 3 kids still at home, 1 pre teen & 2 teen ( 6ft + tall ) boys. I’ve been trying to find a vehicle that will be reliable & last me since March but have yet to find anything! My dad found this one with only 137000 miles. In your opinion would this car be a reliable choice for me? Id really appreciate if you could give me your opinion on if it would be a good purchase for me? Thanks so much!
I would say so! These things run forever with minimal maintenance
Looking for this gen camry as a second car love them imo very stylish
exact same thing as my 2007 Highlander 😊
If you live in the mountains, especially at high altitude, you'll want the v6 to keep up with everybody
How much does the car go for?
I would like to get one to Nigeria
Hi I just bought a 2006 Avalon XL with 106.000 miles on it and I love it . Do you like them and what are your thoughts ?
I know they're nice cars! I haven't driven one though
Change fluids and watch 300000 miles roll over
I had a 2003 camry with almost 427k sold it to my brother he’s still drives it
Wowww what a trooper
Good Morning wanted to know will you be anymore videos on the lexus gs 430 Selena any updates
Always more videos to come!
Great review, will you review any newer cars any time soon?
Thank ya! I definitely will be soon. We have some interesting stuff at work that I’m gonna try to get for videos and hopefully this summer I’ll start getting press cars!
Epic cant wait!
I have a 2015 Camry XSE 4 cylinder, not bad for a 4 banger, gets out of its own way pretty well, pretty zippy, but I would love to have a V6 XSE.
Yeah the 2.5 isn't bad!
Wait a second is an OLGSHS sweatshirt? Where are you? I graduated 2010. I see you’re wearing that matching shoes. I have a GS460 you could review, super rare.
Haha it is! Good eye LOL. I’ll email you back!
11:46 what was that?
Excellent car
Indeed!
Awesomeness
😆
I would still pick the 05 or 07 accord over this looks like a better built car.
I agree
@BernonCars I currently have one Bern an 07 accord it's actually my first car.
@whynot9073 that’s cool!!
Dont they have transmission problems sometimes?
In 2005 they killed the Camry in Europe 😢 In 2019 it was reintroduced as a hybrid only. I drive a 2001 2.2 automatic 😊
I have a 2005 Acura MDX great car but I need something smaller and this seems to be in my interest thanks 🎉subscribed !!
Nice! Thank you!!
If I can find a 2002 thru 2015 thats in decent condition either with a 4 or 6 cylinder, I'll surely buy it!! Time for my 11' Chevy Cruze to go! Way too many problems out of it. Should've bought a Toyota in the first place.
A nice Camry would serve you well!
Dope intro
Thank you sirr
Did they end up selling it or is it still in stock
Sold!
awesome to see someone "reviewing" my actual car. Especially the "rarer" 3.3L v6 trim. It's just so much different from all the others.
edit: my transmission is not that smooth lol. 209k miles on it though. Shift from 1st to 2nd is rough.
Im glad you liked it!! Yeah it was definitely something I’m glad I filmed!
Maybe transmission/motor mounts?
@@BernonCars I'm just getting into learning about cars and how to get my Camry to 1 mil on the odometer lol. I'll definitely check out the mounts for both.... If i can find them. Honestly thought a new transmission was the only solution.
Would you keep it?
Nope not for me! Haha
It's so plain but it's got a little bit of personality sprinkled on top, not bad.. not bad at all.
Exactly! Haha
Please bring it back TOYOTA D:
Hi guys! I have same car 2006 XLE B/B 17000 miles only.
Nice!
steller... they don't make the like this anymore. big up yourself
The 2az can make more power than the v6, especially after the supercharger or turbo there is a built az drift car making 900hp
i have the exact car!
Sweet!!
Good day this 2005 Camry SE it's a 5th generation Camry not a sixth generation Camry I know because I have two of them 2004 and 2006
The new ones are fast too 301hp NA v6 and a regular 8 speed automatic
I have a TRD Camry this week to review actually!
The title should be “the 2005 Toyota Camry is the best sedan ever made” Haters like you would even agree. 😅
I definitely would not call myself a Camry hater. Lol
Oh sorry
Transmission cable
Broken how to fix
The only problem are the brakes at high speeds :\
Yeahh upgraded brakes would be good
dan mason!!!!!!!!!!
DAN MASON!!!!
Yes! I hate this body style but I love the underpinnings.
Absolutely!
what do you mean?
@@automotivetv9861 I mean I love the 3.3 liter 225hp/240tq engine, the 5spd auto gearbox with the mild sports tuned suspension and 17” wheels. Too bad the body of the car is grotesque.
@@klowenstein483 oh hell no
dude, what are you wearing?
Clothes, what are you typing?
It's a 5th gen not a 6th gen
V6 gas guzzler?
Not too bad!
32 hwy 20 in town with v6 if driven moderately
Combination of both hwy/city miles; I can get a little over 300 miles before I get the "gas tank low" light on.
This doesn't even scream boy racer everywhere how can this be a sports sedan⁉️
It is not, just sedan, se badging is about trim package.
you would be surprised how fast this v6 Camry is. it does high 6 low 7s to 60mph and will pull strong all the way to 100mph. it's faster than most sedans nowadays which all are mainly 4 cylinder engines even a few with turbos.
@@JJ-rw2pj i have v6 xle, not sports car but quick enough and 100 mph is no problem.
@@JJ-rw2pj Oh no doubt. It's just not that sporty, a fast seda definitely.
Btw. 2005 & 2006 has the 5 speed auto and is faster than 2002-2004
Hey Bern, I traded something you might like *tosses keys*
Yesss
black doug demero
I like that!! 😂
I just can’t get behind a sporty camry. Especially this era. Just doesn’t work imo
Yeahh too soft
@@BernonCars exactly. But hey not a bad car if keeps going down the road