I have a 2002 Sienna with 570.000 miles, still original engine and transmission. I use Amsoil oil and change it every 10k miles. I should make a video about it someday. Love Toyota's and Lexus's.
@@elevatorman427 shocks front brakes oil changes...lifter adjustments...sucks I sold it for 1000 just last week...would have liked to keep going ..needed to pay rent
@@kurko666 You use full synthetic oil going that long in between changes? Its not always a great thing to have to sell something like that especially to pay your rent or mortgage cause unless your really rich or retired you most likely throughout life will always have rent or mortgage but, you got to do what you got to do to survive this day and time.
Just saw this video. I have a 2002 Sienna which I have owned for approx 3 1/2 years and have put on virtually 10,000 trouble free miles. It now has a total of 282,000 miles and still going strong. Love it!
I drive a 02 sienna everyday for work in 19 states. Owned two.my first one the 99 was up to 576,089 miles before it got hit by a semi I’m Ohio. The second one is the 02 which has 327,021 on it currently no major issues. Sounds ok. Best engine I think is my 1993 Lexus sc300 the 2jzge 3.0 liter inline 6. Can’t beat it still runs excellent with 223.456. Needs some work been sitting awhile haven’t driven it consecutively in 2 years was my every day driver for 2-4 years I had it. Amazing cars. My boss had a 97 lexus es300 that he bought with 90k on it drove it with a bent frame until 765.000 miles plus than someone crashed it… it still would of kept goin
My 2003 Sienna has 225000 doesn't burn a drop of oil still has every horse it was born with. Oil changes every 5000 miles and routine maintenance. I'm 50 and this is the best vehicle I've ever owned.
Sold our Sienna with 230k miles to a buddy of mine at work who commutes to work daily. Engine and trans are perfect. No major issues. It was our first Toyota, which we bought with 130k miles, and it was a fantastic vehicle. Still is actually, as I see it every day at work. Wife wants an SUV, while I, oddly enough, am trying to talk her into another Sienna.
A few years ago I changed the engine on a 328,000 2000 Sienna. It went 25,000 miles on an oil and cooked itself. Van now has 410,000 on the original transmission and transmission fluid. Amazingly reliable vehicles.
My 2001 Toyota Sienna has 263,000 and still running strong. Never changed the transmission fluid. No major issues. Just replaced tires, brakes, muffler and that's it. Just keeps running. I'd buy another one for sure.
My 2004 has 299,850 right now. Hoping to make it to 300K this week! Same scenario as the mechanic in this video... New oil every 5,000, Serpentine and water pump every 100,0000. Zero tranny fluid changes and no slipping. Oddly only parts of the exhaust gave out, no full replacement. Cat converter still original although I doubt there is much catalyst left. I wanted to replace the front struts but the mechanic told me they were ok. Unbelievable. Heater core original. Did have the radiator replaced when a neighbor backed into the front end. In fairness there was some weeping at the end caps. Plenty of tires and brakes, of course. And it was weeping some oil so I broke down and let the dealer do the valve cover gaskets (while they did the last water pump and serpentine belt.) Strange stuff... *Steering rack replacement at 140K * One of the gull wing window hinges let loose at 200K. * Remote door cables wer gone at 250 or so. * Door handles are intact though, unlike the video Still can't believe the gal with 600K though. Makes my head spin.
Well I have a 2005 Toyota Sienna that is shy of 200,000 miles, we bought it with 98.000 miles and it's been to St.Louis 5 times and Texas 3 times, I've changed the oil and filter every 3,000 miles and this is by far the absolute best mini van I've owned. It has never left me stranded at any time, I can say this, if I could afford a brand new vehicle it would be a new sienna XLE with all the bells and whistles. I've done the brakes twice, I buy ceramic. And new tires twice, I buy the best. And there is no rust anywhere, And I live in Wisconsin, state of salted streets in the winter. I would like to tell Toyota what a proud owner I am of one the finest mini vans ever made. sure there has been recalls on minor things, but Toyota has stood by them all with some of the best mechanics. Thank you Toyota for a great product.
I recently moved to San Diego from San Francisco. Southern CA is a car dependent region unlike back home where everyone takes the train. So I bought a 2001 Toyota Camry because people told me Toyota was the way to go. Let me tell you, I'm really happy with my purchase. I got it for 2,900. The car was in perfect working order when I bought it. I like my cars to run like new though so I put $3,000 of work into preventative care into it and is has been a gem. It had a slight oil leak, needed new breaks, needed new power window motors, motor mounts, and a tune up. It's been great. The stock Dolby Digital sound system is of great quality. Im a teacher and it blends in at the school parking lot. It's a smooth quiet ride and everything is amazing on it. I usually only bought Hondas but after this car, I dont think I'll ever go back.
I have an ‘06 highlander with the 3.3 V6L engine AWD and it has 162,000 miles and it drives like a new car. The engine is so smooth you don’t feel any vibration on the steering wheel or any weird noises. Oil changes every 5k miles with full synthetic oil. I’m on my second set of brakes, third set of tires, and i changes the struts last year and the water pump and timing belt at around 120k miles. Once I hit 200k I plan on doing a tuneup. We are the second owners. I bought the car with 30,000 miles and it has been the best car. My three kids have grownup in this truck. I’m planning on keeping it until it dies and it can’t be repair. It will be replaced with another Highlander.
This is what I've got. 2002 sienna. I replaced the front valve cover gasket, now I need to do the back, but it's a bear to get to. Replaced three door handles. Shimmed the front door. Added a ziptie to the passenger door. Front left headlight turns on and off. Need to clean the throttle body/iac. It's got its idiosyncrasies, but man is it a great van to let the kiddos loose in. If it dies, I'd definitely look for another one.
My wife's 05 had 356k when we traded it. Same thing, Oil changes, Timing belt, and it kept on going like a new one. We loved it so much we ended up buying an 06 Sienna with 130k (not even broken in) for a third vehicle. Love em
I have just reached 215,000 miles on my 98 Sienna and it has no problems. Everything works. Not to mention it looks brand new. 90s/early 2000s Toyota are literally indestructable.
I bought a Toyota Sienna new in2000 and drove it for 394,000 miles with only one repair-a defective part. It was still purring like a kitten when I traded it in on a 2015 Sienna AWD. I was going to retire in about a year and thought it was time for this little old lady to have one more new car. I am devoted to Toyota and will never buy another brand of car! I must say, however, the new Sienna is larger and I'm not as happy with it as I was with my original Sienna. We've named the new Sienna "The Beast" because nobody can seem to park it straight in a parking space. The only way I know I am straight and equidistant from the other cars on either is to use the back-up camera. It's a lifesaver!
I am really impressed by what I've heard & hoping the legend of the endurance of these is true! By happenchance, I inherited a 2003 Sienna which I use for a newspaper delivery job with a dual full route. I have to drive really hard all night every night, 7 days a week, in order to deliver on time. Yet, I am changing the oil, monitoring the car's OBD2, treating it like a baby. At first, when my friend presented me the car, my response was "No way, it has 200,000 miles on it - it's already dead - the engine's going to blow literally any second now." After researching the vehicle, I was astounded to find not a few, but outrageously many witness accounts just like this video on the endurance and reliability of Toyota! 2 months later, my "LeMans van" still runs perfectly, shifts perfectly, doesn't leak, no engine damage noise, even though I am forced to drive 80% engine load & stop about 750 times per night. It's almost like these are.......actually indestructable
Gotcha beat... my 2002 sienna LE currently has 390,000. Still running well. Replaced a few things like wheel berrings, ignition coils, new radiator. But really most everything else is original other than general maintenance ie tires, oil, breaks, wipers etc Great van. Will see how long she lasts.
Changing the oil every 5000 miles and the timing belt and water pump every 100,000 miles are key critical maintenance items that are the basis for your outstanding trouble free driving.
Just turned 201K on a 2002 Sienna and it runs awesome. I agree with everything you say. I am a freak about my maintenance and probably have replaced some things a little early. I have to confess that my transmission fluid is also original, getting ready to change along with filter. I do the work myself. I was first at church to own this generation, now three others went out and bought theirs in the last 2 years. I have the most miles on mine. This thing is a BEAST!
Chuck Neil I have replaced portions 3 times now over the year and it is shifting great. Better than before the first pan and filter drop and fill. 219K now
I have a 2007 sienna with 160,000. In addition to what he mentioned the thing that amazes me about the 3.5 L engine is that it runs incredible clean. I change the oil every 10,000 miles and when I check it after 10,000 miles the oil is still clean. Other cars I owned the oil was black after 2000 miles.
My current ride is the 2005 Toyota with all major parts still original after 318 K miles. Toyota 3.3L engine runs smoothly & flawlessly even after 318K miles. Upholstery, shock absorbers, struts, iced cold AC, electric windows, fuel pump, paint are still original.
I got a kick out of your vid. I have a '98 LE Sienna. 257,000 miles and going strong. Runs as good as the day I bought it with 64k. Absolutely the most reliable car I've owned--and I've owned about 10. I can't believe the tranny hasn't failed by now with yours, given you've never changed the fluid. Mines never failed, but I have changed it 3 times. Door handles, yes a problem, but not a big deal. Easy enough and cheap to replace. Idiot lights staying on--yes, but no big deal either, just put black electrical tape over them! Slide doors not opening due to stretch on the cables and plastic parts--yes a problem--need to get that fixed. Both my sliding doors don't work properly. My instrument panel lights in the mid console don't work--where the air controls are, but that's not big deal. I go by "feel" at night. Radio knobs fractured and broke off a long time ago but I jerry-rigged some new ones. Radio still works. You're right about the seats. My front driver's seat is just fine. Other than that, yes--routine maintenance stuff. I took out all the back seats and use her like a truck, and pull 2 lightweight trailers all the time. I also have an '04 Sienna XLE with 170K. It's mechanically reliable enough, but over-engineered and not as nimble as my '98. The cruise control went out at about 120K, and to get it fixed would cost me $800. Didn't do it. I prefer the 1st generation Siennas.
Our family had a 2000 Sienna. Unfortunately, we sold it with 170k miles. Should have kept it for much longer, it ran very nicely and was perfectly reliable. Our 2000 RX300 has 210k miles and still runs great. This 1MZ V6 is an awesome engine, buttery smooth, and seemingly indestructible with proper maintenance.
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A friend of mine had a 1995 toyota avalon with the 3.0 v6. It was all original and has 400,000 miles and sounded like it was brand new! now the exterior was rough it had clear coat fade bad but the interior was mint as well!
I have the 3.0 Toyota Alphard now in 340.000 kilometers has no problem.. Just the power back door and the dirt leather seat... Much love with Toyota's...
+Akbar Putra W He's assuming you are Canadian as you gave the vehicle mileage in kilometers. It would probably come as a surprise to him to learn there are other countries where km's are used other than Canada.
We've had 2 1MZ-FE's. Currently have a leftover 2001 Sienna 1MZ-FE with 250k miles. And a 2000 Camry 1MZ-FE with 180k miles that was severely abused but never had engine or trans issues. But the body started rusting so we got rid of it.
I have a '94 Toyota T100 Pickup. A ton of people have told me that it will go 300,000 miles easily because it has the 22RE engine. The engine, despite weighing a ton for 2.4L inline-4 and only making a gutless 130 HP, it is the most bullet proof engine I've ever had. When I got the truck, it overheated constantly, and the #4 spark plug hole was stripped. This happened because the owner before me neglected to repair the car for months. I repaired the engine and I still can't believe it went though all that punishment and it runs like it just came off the assembly line. Toyota definitely did their homework on the 22RE engines. The truck only has 155,000 miles on it, which is nothing for that truck.
The engine itself is pretty overbuilt for the time. Closed deck aluminum block (resists heat/vibration induced headgasket failure), 6 bolt mains (good for high compression or turbocharging, and reduced NVH), and very large bore spacing. The thing holding back the 1MZ's is the old knock suppression system which uses a resonant type knock sensor that was replaced with a non-resonant type piezoelectric knock sensor that was considerably more accurate at detecting knock which is why the 3MZ's gained so much power with a modest 0.3 L increase in volume.
We still have our 2005 sienna at 180k miles. No issues except for alternator replaced, routine pads and oil changes. My 60k mile BMW 550i sits in a puddle of oil, although I've already replaced every seal on it known to man. Completely different worlds between Toyota quality and the rest. Every future car/truck/van we buy will be toyota.
We have a 2000 sienna CE much like this one with the V6. It's hilarious, it's got nearly all the same issues this van has, down to the broken handle, missing hubcap, leaking valve cover (you can smell burning oil after driving it for long periods, it's leaking onto the exhaust manifold) and broken rear wiper. It has 150K miles and my dad plans on running it into the ground until it breaks so he has an excuse to get a new car. Looks like he'll be holding on to it for another 15 years!
I had a 1996 Toyota Avalon 3 liter v6 had 425,000 on when I sold it apart from timing belts water pumps oil tires a starter and a rear brake caliper original engine and transmission. sound just like that van. Best car I ever had.
I concur!!! I have a 2003 Sienna [same engine], 233,000 miles & drive it like a LeMans car 7 nights a week full throttle non-stop constantly but with a 3k RPM personal redline limit [I deliver the newspaper, very hard to make a wage these days with the internet, so gotta bust it!] and same here - zero engine / transmission repairs, ticks like a Swiss watch from the 1700s. Some things have broke, but NOT anything to do with the drivetrain :) I've literally torn the wheels off of the car - as in breaking most of the front studs that hold the wheels on, finding myself with 20+° camber at the gas station and having to get towed. The suspension also completely went out by this point, and I had to replace both rear bearing hubs [hilariously easy to do] but the power/drive train on these are rock solid. Not mentioning the obvious stuff, of course, like stupid belts & batteries that have to be replaced regularly by default, just like tires or gas :p
The 1MZ-FE. That engine is also found in that era Camry's and Lexus ES300's. They are very good. The GM 3800-II was also a fantastic engine back then. And this is coming from a Ford guy.
I am so amazed too by this minivan. Thank you sir. I have the same minivan too except mine is a Symphony, 260 plus thousand miles so far. Taddeo from Durham, NC
I've got a '98 with 281K, still going strong. Nuisances: door handles broken, sliding doors stop working, radio knobs/buttons broke, oil leakage, hood lever prop broken, running boards rusted out completely. That being said, still the best vehicle I've ever owned. Most cars would be in the graveyard by now.
I used to have a 1986 Oldsmobile with 2.5L engine ( if I remember correctly). It had over 290,000 miles when I sold it. Original engine and transmission. No problems. It ran great and hardly used any oil. All original parts except routine maintenance and one water pump. I also replaced the alternator as a preventative maintenance. My 1998 Jeep GC is still running like new, with lots on miles on it. It used to tow a 2 ton travel trailer a lot. Very tough and reliable vehicle. Very capable, off road 4x4 system. I replaced a water pump once and the radiator. Radiator was accidentally damaged and developed a small leak. I bought it new and did all the maintenance myself. Valvoline engine oil was used until 40k. Amsoil synthetic since then. I currently use Amsoil lubricants in all of my vehicles. Great oil! Worst car I ever had was a 2004 Honda Accord, with a 3.0 V6. I bought it new. Brake rotors were getting warped at 5,000 miles, transmission problems, poor engine start (long crank time), rattles everywhere in the interior, weird wheel alignment issues. Sold that POS after a year. I'll never buy another Honda car again.
My 2007 Sienna has 265,000 miles on it so far. The water pump did go out at 130,000, when I also changed the serpentine drive belt. No timing chain or belt though--it has interlocking sprockets instead.
Mine has 285,000 and runs like a dream. It idles so smoothly, I have to check the tachometer to make sure. Taking it to Oregon soon, from SoCal. She's my baby...
About to hit 195k on my 2002 Sienna that I purchased brand new. Changed spark plugs at 100k, regular synthetic oil changes at 10k, two timing belt changes as recommended, and replaced front valve cover gasket. Also did transmission oil twice. Vehicle is still running strong.
Ive done the same on my 2004. I had to replace harmonic balancer. Also glide pins on front rotors were not greased and cracked my pads from over heating, replaced front rotors because of it (Heat build up). check the pcv valve it gums up at 200k.
It seems like it's all hit or miss with any manufacturer. Some fords are junk, some are not ... some toyotas are junk, some are not. It just depends on the model and the model year.
My fathers 06 corolla has well over 500k on it.. Just 1 alternator and 1 water pump outside of regular maintenance. 15k-20k oil changes. no transmission services.... too bad the one part that quit working was the damn ODO. that was about 6 years ago My 01 tacoma has just shy of 300k once again, little has been done. I pulled that engine apart because of the boost it will be seeing. After all those miles theres still crosshatching marks in the cylinders and very little carbon build up.. Kinda felt bad taking it apart, but it goes to show you that Toyota knows how to make a good engine.
A while back we had a 1994 Toyota Camry(owned for 13 years) with the 1mz-fe v6 with 350,000 miles. Even with exhaust leaks, check engine light on for 10 years that engine ran great. The transmission fluid was never changed so my dad flushed it at 180k and at 181k it failed so we rebuilt it. I warned him not to do that but he did it.
PeterGriffin4200 yeah never flush the fluids with that many miles on it because you wash the crud out and that crud is maintaining the pressures in the transmission because seals have warn.
My 2005 sienna with 275k miles is still going strong. Bought it new and been using mobil 1 since the first oil change. Hope it would last me 5 more years before I would go for an EV SUV.
I just bought a Sienna XLE Limited AWD with the 3.3 v6. I have been told the 3.3 is basically an enlarged 3.0. It has 153000 mile on it and I can't even hear it idle. I'm amazed for being 14 years old every single feature works like it should.
my 2004 230k Sienna runs great. Drain and fill xmission first time at 170k. did again at 230k . doesnt burn oil and after 5k miles oil is fairly clean. Note recent timing belt and water pump at dealer cost $2400. Thats 2x from 10 years ago. No wheel bearing yet, I did DIY , harmonic balancer, valve cover gaskets, plugs, coils, PCV valve at 230k. Its a daily driver
The work that has been done to my 2013 impala with 44k miles in 7 years: Cylinder head replacement at 7k miles due to defect Timing cover replacement at 15k due to defect Control arms Sway bar links Both rear wheel bearings Evap purge solenoid and charcoal canister Heater core Timing chains at 37k miles VVT actuator solenoids Injector cleaning service for a misfire Walnut blasting of the valves for misfire Almost constant check engine light since about 15k for one thing or another. The vehicle has been well maintained. 5k or better oil changes, oil filter, air filter etc. Driven like a baby. Steering wheel worn and flaking away and drivers seat leather cracked Just a terrible product by GM. Update: It needs an intake valve on cylinder 6
Before Toyota Sienna we used to own a Mercury villager that transmission failed at 80K then again at 170K. Besides transmission, it also needed tons annoying and costly repairs.
Just a suggestion it looks like it’s time to clean the corrosion off the battery. Getting 300,000 relatively trouble free miles is truly impressive. It seems they had more problems with the 3.3 and 3.5 engines. Thanks for posting.
I had an 2003 rx300 same engine still going 450k miles only the transmission had to be rebuilt around 300k still runs like new no tears in the interior because we were really careful.
Had a 97 ST204 celica with 287k's on it. Only did the usual oil change, plugs, timing belt and seals on the engine. Suspension and wheel bearings had some problems given the mileage it already had but it ran good.
Got a 99 sienna with 238950 miles on it runs like a champ. Original everything besides the battery and alternator. Those 1MZ-FE engines are incredibly resilient. Just add oil and boom youre good to go!
00 solara with the same engine has 445000 km (probably ~ 300k miles) its not just the reliability of the powertrain its everything about the car thats well built. the raw materials are higher quality. I live in a climate with lots of road salt and most cars meet their end due to metal rotting away. these cars seemed to withstand the elements.
I agree with you that these 3.0L was a great engine since I have one myself (99 Avalon) with over 300k original miles to the engine. The only things I think that these engines are prone to were the motor mounts, that pesky valve cover gaskets, and the engine sludge issue. Not sure if it will last for 400k miles as I personally never seen one and my engine is starting to show wear as it loses 2-3 quarts every oil change. Thanks for sharing.
I have the same year van, valve cover gaskets are both leaking, ac compressor is out, plastic radiator cracked and leaking at the top. Not sure where it's leaking but it's going through a lot of power steering fluid. Mine has leather, but it's all cracked inside. I go through at least 1 qt oil a week. I'm the second owner, I know the first very well and he babied it, I take care of it as well. That rear valve cover gasket is nasty to change though. ~190k miles. I am in the hot south though.
I think there are definitely good ones and bad ones coming off the line everyday, or maybe mondays? So much depends on how it was maintained and driven, also NY is brutal on cars compared to the SW states, I used to buy discounted NY cars but stopped as even a 5 year old model would have so much rust, makes it a pita to do brakes etc, everything corroded. I'm buying in cheaper states than CO though where I live, it seems the highest priced area of the nation.. anyone know how to tell a monday car?
I have a 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan sxt 4.0 with 413,000+ miles on the original engine and transmission. Most everything else has been replaced though. I drive about 2k miles a week
Engines can last quite a long time as long as you do preventative maintenance on it through the manufacturer provided instructions! I used to have a 1998 Mazda B2500 with 289K miles on it, and that little 2.0L I4 purred like a kitten. That truck had no leaks, started up without hesitation and the simple things were done to it to keep it puttin' along!
What a joke, Toyota gave them a new one because of the shock and awe they had... that's not a good thing because it wasn't expected... meaning wasn't intended to last that long. Nothing more than a fluke perhaps?
My parents had a 99 until 2012. The transmission went out at 180,000 miles. It was reliable but it went through ignition coils often, it used oil and the CEL was always on for something. My uncle has one with 300,000 miles. 2nd engine, original transmission.
Our 1999 Chevrolet Venture LS has barely had anything done on it and drives on all-season tires in crazy winters, and it's only started having some issues this year. Had a water pump or whatever it was problem and a few other little things, but she still runs great, besides some lights inside dying and the power windows getting shitty.
The fact that it is a 2002 model tells me that most of the miles were probably highway (21+ K per year) which helps with other components not falling apart. But still impressive. Proud owner of another Toyota product here (91 ls400 w/ 344,000k miles) .
Any car can go over 300k if looked after :) My 2002 Opel Astra is at 235k miles and still runs like brand new. Even the clutch is still original. Oil changed every 10k miles or so, always used fully synthetic Mobil 1 0W-40.
My 2011 Sienna is at 143k. Have not changed timing belt, or plugs. Changed transmission oil and, of course, oil every whatever thousand miles. Runs beautifully. I love this van.
Just a tip for you on a 2011 you wont be changing a timing belt either 2007 to present siennas are equipped with timing chains and there is no reccomended maintenance interval for replacment. You may look into keeping a good eye on your serpentine drive belt though that runs the alternator, water pump, power steering etc though especially if you havent dont it recently and get up in the higher 100 thousands. Keep on servicing it though with oil change and a transmission oil change every so often like your doing and it will keep taking care of you. We got a 2011 sienna drive it a lot got 170 some thousand on it.
@@pikiwiki We dont use any stabilizers stuff like that in our oil. Our van is used for driving back and forth as a work vehicle on the highway around 106 mile round trip a day or so. It adds up the miles faster but, we go to the dealer and they change it with 0-20 usually runs 45-50 dollars or so. We do got a few items that need to be addressed soon but, nothing real major or I dont think so anyway mainly maintenance stuff got a o2 sensor bad and going to need front pads and rotors and thinking a serpentine belt. Been getting a little squeak of a morning after it sits overnight. Funny thing is does it 20 seconds or so then goes away and doesnt return but, going to with the miles hopefully in a month or so throw a new one on it for preventative maintenance. Most people I am sure would of done said to change it before now with 172 thousand miles but, dealer at least I know with ours looks over all that stuff each oil change and they havent said nothing yet. A little maintenance things to be addressed and it should be good to go for another 200 thousand at least haha Happy driving with your sienna
I guess you would have liked to see my uncles 340,000 mile 2001 Chevy z71 truck everything had been replaced except for the engine and it still sounded brand new.
Just do your oil changes on the sienna 1998 through 2003 4 and 6 cyl regularly to avoid engine sludge. I would still recommend having the transmission serviced all the same.
I have a 2002 Sienna with 570.000 miles, still original engine and transmission. I use Amsoil oil and change it every 10k miles. I should make a video about it someday. Love Toyota's and Lexus's.
HOLY HELL THAT'S A LOT
Pls do.
We just passed 255k! 2006 Sienna. Best family van ever!
I have a 2008 Sienna le that just hit 400'000 miles still going....engine running well still no leaks
what all have you done to it in 400 thousand miles
@@elevatorman427 shocks front brakes oil changes...lifter adjustments...sucks I sold it for 1000 just last week...would have liked to keep going ..needed to pay rent
I usually only changed my oil every 12000
@@kurko666 You use full synthetic oil going that long in between changes? Its not always a great thing to have to sell something like that especially to pay your rent or mortgage cause unless your really rich or retired you most likely throughout life will always have rent or mortgage but, you got to do what you got to do to survive this day and time.
@@kurko666 you’re supposed to change it every 5,000 miles no matter how good the oil is it’s better to change it every 5,000 miles
My 99 Sienna (3.0) has 340,000 miles. They're great engines, no doubt. I was really surprised the power it had for only being 3 liters.
Just saw this video. I have a 2002 Sienna which I have owned for approx 3 1/2 years and have put on virtually 10,000 trouble free miles. It now has a total of 282,000 miles and still going strong. Love it!
I drive a 02 sienna everyday for work in 19 states. Owned two.my first one the 99 was up to 576,089 miles before it got hit by a semi I’m Ohio. The second one is the 02 which has 327,021 on it currently no major issues. Sounds ok. Best engine I think is my 1993 Lexus sc300 the 2jzge 3.0 liter inline 6. Can’t beat it still runs excellent with 223.456. Needs some work been sitting awhile haven’t driven it consecutively in 2 years was my every day driver for 2-4 years I had it. Amazing cars. My boss had a 97 lexus es300 that he bought with 90k on it drove it with a bent frame until 765.000 miles plus than someone crashed it… it still would of kept goin
My 2003 Sienna has 225000 doesn't burn a drop of oil still has every horse it was born with. Oil changes every 5000 miles and routine maintenance. I'm 50 and this is the best vehicle I've ever owned.
Sold our Sienna with 230k miles to a buddy of mine at work who commutes to work daily. Engine and trans are perfect. No major issues. It was our first Toyota, which we bought with 130k miles, and it was a fantastic vehicle. Still is actually, as I see it every day at work. Wife wants an SUV, while I, oddly enough, am trying to talk her into another Sienna.
A few years ago I changed the engine on a 328,000 2000 Sienna. It went 25,000 miles on an oil and cooked itself. Van now has 410,000 on the original transmission and transmission fluid. Amazingly reliable vehicles.
What do you infer by "It went 25,000 miles on an oil and cooked itself" ?
@@darksim_000 I'm guessing it went 25k without an oil change.
I have 1999 TOYOTA Sienna and it's got 160,000 miles on it, still drives like new. It saved me through floods, muds and Heavy snowy weather.
I have a 2004 Sienna with 225K !!!! Running like a baby....kept on top of it for sure. V6. I agree with you 100%
VVT-i v6 24valve.. just bought a 2005 limited and I'm amazed! -coming from a 97 4runner limited
Have the same car. Is it bad that mine was made in Indiana?
My 2001 Toyota Sienna has 263,000 and still running strong. Never changed the transmission fluid. No major issues. Just replaced tires, brakes, muffler and that's it. Just keeps running. I'd buy another one for sure.
My 2000 LE just went to 270,000. No major work yet and it runs like the day I brought it home!
My 2004 has 299,850 right now. Hoping to make it to 300K this week!
Same scenario as the mechanic in this video...
New oil every 5,000, Serpentine and water pump every 100,0000. Zero tranny fluid changes and no slipping.
Oddly only parts of the exhaust gave out, no full replacement. Cat converter still original although I doubt there is much catalyst left.
I wanted to replace the front struts but the mechanic told me they were ok. Unbelievable. Heater core original. Did have the radiator replaced when a neighbor backed into the front end. In fairness there was some weeping at the end caps.
Plenty of tires and brakes, of course. And it was weeping some oil so I broke down and let the dealer do the valve cover gaskets (while they did the last water pump and serpentine belt.)
Strange stuff...
*Steering rack replacement at 140K
* One of the gull wing window hinges let loose at 200K.
* Remote door cables wer gone at 250 or so.
* Door handles are intact though, unlike the video
Still can't believe the gal with 600K though. Makes my head spin.
I owned a 2001 model of this and it's still running like new. 200K and running.
Well I have a 2005 Toyota Sienna that is shy of 200,000 miles, we bought it with 98.000 miles and it's been to St.Louis 5 times and Texas 3 times, I've changed the oil and filter every 3,000 miles and this is by far the absolute best mini van I've owned. It has never left me stranded at any time, I can say this, if I could afford a brand new vehicle it would be a new sienna XLE with all the bells and whistles. I've done the brakes twice, I buy ceramic. And new tires twice, I buy the best. And there is no rust anywhere, And I live in Wisconsin, state of salted streets in the winter. I would like to tell Toyota what a proud owner I am of one the finest mini vans ever made. sure there has been recalls on minor things, but Toyota has stood by them all with some of the best mechanics. Thank you Toyota for a great product.
I recently moved to San Diego from San Francisco. Southern CA is a car dependent region unlike back home where everyone takes the train. So I bought a 2001 Toyota Camry because people told me Toyota was the way to go. Let me tell you, I'm really happy with my purchase. I got it for 2,900. The car was in perfect working order when I bought it. I like my cars to run like new though so I put $3,000 of work into preventative care into it and is has been a gem. It had a slight oil leak, needed new breaks, needed new power window motors, motor mounts, and a tune up. It's been great. The stock Dolby Digital sound system is of great quality. Im a teacher and it blends in at the school parking lot. It's a smooth quiet ride and everything is amazing on it. I usually only bought Hondas but after this car, I dont think I'll ever go back.
I have an ‘06 highlander with the 3.3 V6L engine AWD and it has 162,000 miles and it drives like a new car. The engine is so smooth you don’t feel any vibration on the steering wheel or any weird noises. Oil changes every 5k miles with full synthetic oil. I’m on my second set of brakes, third set of tires, and i changes the struts last year and the water pump and timing belt at around 120k miles. Once I hit 200k I plan on doing a tuneup. We are the second owners. I bought the car with 30,000 miles and it has been the best car. My three kids have grownup in this truck. I’m planning on keeping it until it dies and it can’t be repair. It will be replaced with another Highlander.
This is what I've got. 2002 sienna. I replaced the front valve cover gasket, now I need to do the back, but it's a bear to get to. Replaced three door handles. Shimmed the front door. Added a ziptie to the passenger door. Front left headlight turns on and off. Need to clean the throttle body/iac. It's got its idiosyncrasies, but man is it a great van to let the kiddos loose in. If it dies, I'd definitely look for another one.
My wife's 05 had 356k when we traded it. Same thing, Oil changes, Timing belt, and it kept on going like a new one. We loved it so much we ended up buying an 06 Sienna with 130k (not even broken in) for a third vehicle. Love em
I have just reached 215,000 miles on my 98 Sienna and it has no problems. Everything works. Not to mention it looks brand new. 90s/early 2000s Toyota are literally indestructable.
@Shawn Kemp oh yeah? Where did you hear that? Mine seems to be just fine at the moment
I have a 2000 sienna my dad had and I kept it running nice with 260,000 miles
I bought a Toyota Sienna new in2000 and drove it for 394,000 miles with only one repair-a defective part. It was still purring like a kitten when I traded it in on a 2015 Sienna AWD. I was going to retire in about a year and thought it was time for this little old lady to have one more new car. I am devoted to Toyota and will never buy another brand of car! I must say, however, the new Sienna is larger and I'm not as happy with it as I was with my original Sienna. We've named the new Sienna "The Beast" because nobody can seem to park it straight in a parking space. The only way I know I am straight and equidistant from the other cars on either is to use the back-up camera. It's a lifesaver!
I am really impressed by what I've heard & hoping the legend of the endurance of these is true! By happenchance, I inherited a 2003 Sienna which I use for a newspaper delivery job with a dual full route. I have to drive really hard all night every night, 7 days a week, in order to deliver on time. Yet, I am changing the oil, monitoring the car's OBD2, treating it like a baby. At first, when my friend presented me the car, my response was "No way, it has 200,000 miles on it - it's already dead - the engine's going to blow literally any second now." After researching the vehicle, I was astounded to find not a few, but outrageously many witness accounts just like this video on the endurance and reliability of Toyota! 2 months later, my "LeMans van" still runs perfectly, shifts perfectly, doesn't leak, no engine damage noise, even though I am forced to drive 80% engine load & stop about 750 times per night. It's almost like these are.......actually indestructable
Gotcha beat... my 2002 sienna LE currently has 390,000. Still running well. Replaced a few things like wheel berrings, ignition coils, new radiator. But really most everything else is original other than general maintenance ie tires, oil, breaks, wipers etc
Great van. Will see how long she lasts.
Changing the oil every 5000 miles and the timing belt and water pump every 100,000 miles are key critical maintenance items that are the basis for your outstanding trouble free driving.
Just turned 201K on a 2002 Sienna and it runs awesome. I agree with everything you say. I am a freak about my maintenance and probably have replaced some things a little early. I have to confess that my transmission fluid is also original, getting ready to change along with filter. I do the work myself. I was first at church to own this generation, now three others went out and bought theirs in the last 2 years. I have the most miles on mine. This thing is a BEAST!
Sir Sweetness ---- don't change that trans fluid. Only replace a portion of it.
Chuck Neil
I have replaced portions 3 times now over the year and it is shifting great. Better than before the first pan and filter drop and fill. 219K now
Toyota's are amazing. I owned a toyota prius with 200k miles. It drove like a brand new car. almost fully original.
my seat bulster, looked new, aswell
mines at 220,000 runs strong. original everything. burns a hella oil though. we use 10w40
my 09 prius has 163000 I'm hoping for another 50000 without having to replace the battery.
Joe Billard I'd find out why it's burning oil ( pcv valve, worn piston rings etc) and fix it before your engine craps out entirely
@@buba4267 or you have to replace the exhaust components because of the oil running through it
I have a 2007 sienna with 160,000. In addition to what he mentioned the thing that amazes me about the 3.5 L engine is that it runs incredible clean. I change the oil every 10,000 miles and when I check it after 10,000 miles the oil is still clean. Other cars I owned the oil was black after 2000 miles.
My current ride is the 2005 Toyota with all major parts still original after 318 K miles. Toyota 3.3L engine runs smoothly & flawlessly even after 318K miles.
Upholstery, shock absorbers, struts, iced cold AC, electric windows, fuel pump, paint are still original.
I have a 1999 sienna. 419k miles. Original everything.
I got a kick out of your vid. I have a '98 LE Sienna. 257,000 miles and going strong. Runs as good as the day I bought it with 64k. Absolutely the most reliable car I've owned--and I've owned about 10. I can't believe the tranny hasn't failed by now with yours, given you've never changed the fluid. Mines never failed, but I have changed it 3 times. Door handles, yes a problem, but not a big deal. Easy enough and cheap to replace. Idiot lights staying on--yes, but no big deal either, just put black electrical tape over them! Slide doors not opening due to stretch on the cables and plastic parts--yes a problem--need to get that fixed. Both my sliding doors don't work properly. My instrument panel lights in the mid console don't work--where the air controls are, but that's not big deal. I go by "feel" at night. Radio knobs fractured and broke off a long time ago but I jerry-rigged some new ones. Radio still works. You're right about the seats. My front driver's seat is just fine. Other than that, yes--routine maintenance stuff. I took out all the back seats and use her like a truck, and pull 2 lightweight trailers all the time. I also have an '04 Sienna XLE with 170K. It's mechanically reliable enough, but over-engineered and not as nimble as my '98. The cruise control went out at about 120K, and to get it fixed would cost me $800. Didn't do it. I prefer the 1st generation Siennas.
lo same. any ideas for the doors tho?
just seeing this one... we hit 400K last month on our 2007
how's the transmission and engine now? original transmission and engine? thanks
Our family had a 2000 Sienna. Unfortunately, we sold it with 170k miles. Should have kept it for much longer, it ran very nicely and was perfectly reliable. Our 2000 RX300 has 210k miles and still runs great. This 1MZ V6 is an awesome engine, buttery smooth, and seemingly indestructible with proper maintenance.
Toyota makes good long lasting cars.
you prolly dont care but if you guys are stoned like me atm then you can watch all the new series on InstaFlixxer. I've been watching with my girlfriend for the last few days xD
@Caleb Luis yup, have been watching on instaflixxer for months myself :)
A friend of mine had a 1995 toyota avalon with the 3.0 v6. It was all original and has 400,000 miles and sounded like it was brand new! now the exterior was rough it had clear coat fade bad but the interior was mint as well!
the 3.0 from toyota has always been awesome.. in the camrys and such..if taken care of it never quits
I have the 3.0 Toyota Alphard now in 340.000 kilometers has no problem.. Just the power back door and the dirt leather seat... Much love with Toyota's...
Sorry don't read Canadian
+chad harmon ??
+Akbar Putra W He's assuming you are Canadian as you gave the vehicle mileage in kilometers. It would probably come as a surprise to him to learn there are other countries where km's are used other than Canada.
heavydiesel
lmfao yup XD
And they never cleaned the engine. Love the sienna
We've had 2 1MZ-FE's. Currently have a leftover 2001 Sienna 1MZ-FE with 250k miles. And a 2000 Camry 1MZ-FE with 180k miles that was severely abused but never had engine or trans issues. But the body started rusting so we got rid of it.
so much love for such a humble car, gives me the warm fuzzies
I have a '94 Toyota T100 Pickup. A ton of people have told me that it will go 300,000 miles easily because it has the 22RE engine. The engine, despite weighing a ton for 2.4L inline-4 and only making a gutless 130 HP, it is the most bullet proof engine I've ever had. When I got the truck, it overheated constantly, and the #4 spark plug hole was stripped. This happened because the owner before me neglected to repair the car for months. I repaired the engine and I still can't believe it went though all that punishment and it runs like it just came off the assembly line. Toyota definitely did their homework on the 22RE engines. The truck only has 155,000 miles on it, which is nothing for that truck.
The engine itself is pretty overbuilt for the time. Closed deck aluminum block (resists heat/vibration induced headgasket failure), 6 bolt mains (good for high compression or turbocharging, and reduced NVH), and very large bore spacing. The thing holding back the 1MZ's is the old knock suppression system which uses a resonant type knock sensor that was replaced with a non-resonant type piezoelectric knock sensor that was considerably more accurate at detecting knock which is why the 3MZ's gained so much power with a modest 0.3 L increase in volume.
We still have our 2005 sienna at 180k miles. No issues except for alternator replaced, routine pads and oil changes. My 60k mile BMW 550i sits in a puddle of oil, although I've already replaced every seal on it known to man. Completely different worlds between Toyota quality and the rest. Every future car/truck/van we buy will be toyota.
We have a 2000 sienna CE much like this one with the V6. It's hilarious, it's got nearly all the same issues this van has, down to the broken handle, missing hubcap, leaking valve cover (you can smell burning oil after driving it for long periods, it's leaking onto the exhaust manifold) and broken rear wiper. It has 150K miles and my dad plans on running it into the ground until it breaks so he has an excuse to get a new car. Looks like he'll be holding on to it for another 15 years!
Arc leakly valve covers are pretty normal on old cars the seals get pretty old and doesn't take much. if you can use a wrench it's a pretty quick job.
Arc OMG! That is sooooo weird!!! Same exact problems with my friends moms 08 385k mile sienna
@-TheManInDboX - oof thats rough some cars they sure jam those engines in there
SAME! broken handles, windows dont open, leaks (need to top up fluids often). can only be unlocked from one door (passenger front door)!!
lol get rekt
I have this exact van, 2002 LE in tan. Purchased new and now has 193,000 miles. Still love it!
I had a 1996 Toyota Avalon 3 liter v6 had 425,000 on when I sold it apart from timing belts water pumps oil tires a starter and a rear brake caliper original engine and transmission. sound just like that van. Best car I ever had.
I concur!!! I have a 2003 Sienna [same engine], 233,000 miles & drive it like a LeMans car 7 nights a week full throttle non-stop constantly but with a 3k RPM personal redline limit [I deliver the newspaper, very hard to make a wage these days with the internet, so gotta bust it!] and same here - zero engine / transmission repairs, ticks like a Swiss watch from the 1700s. Some things have broke, but NOT anything to do with the drivetrain :) I've literally torn the wheels off of the car - as in breaking most of the front studs that hold the wheels on, finding myself with 20+° camber at the gas station and having to get towed. The suspension also completely went out by this point, and I had to replace both rear bearing hubs [hilariously easy to do] but the power/drive train on these are rock solid. Not mentioning the obvious stuff, of course, like stupid belts & batteries that have to be replaced regularly by default, just like tires or gas :p
The 1MZ-FE. That engine is also found in that era Camry's and Lexus ES300's. They are very good. The GM 3800-II was also a fantastic engine back then. And this is coming from a Ford guy.
Ford 300 I6.
Always has been and will be a great engine, you just want to hear yourself talk etc.
bart medes 😂
I am so amazed too by this minivan. Thank you sir. I have the same minivan too except mine is a Symphony, 260 plus thousand miles so far. Taddeo from Durham, NC
I've got a '98 with 281K, still going strong. Nuisances: door handles broken, sliding doors stop working, radio knobs/buttons broke, oil leakage, hood lever prop broken, running boards rusted out completely. That being said, still the best vehicle I've ever owned. Most cars would be in the graveyard by now.
This is why people buy Toyotas. Reliable, great fuel economy, cheap, great resell value, among others. This also goes for Honda and Mazda.
I used to have a 1986 Oldsmobile with 2.5L engine ( if I remember correctly). It had over 290,000 miles when I sold it. Original engine and transmission. No problems. It ran great and hardly used any oil. All original parts except routine maintenance and one water pump. I also replaced the alternator as a preventative maintenance.
My 1998 Jeep GC is still running like new, with lots on miles on it. It used to tow a 2 ton travel trailer a lot. Very tough and reliable vehicle. Very capable, off road 4x4 system. I replaced a water pump once and the radiator. Radiator was accidentally damaged and developed a small leak. I bought it new and did all the maintenance myself. Valvoline engine oil was used until 40k. Amsoil synthetic since then. I currently use Amsoil lubricants in all of my vehicles. Great oil!
Worst car I ever had was a 2004 Honda Accord, with a 3.0 V6. I bought it new. Brake rotors were getting warped at 5,000 miles, transmission problems, poor engine start (long crank time), rattles everywhere in the interior, weird wheel alignment issues. Sold that POS after a year. I'll never buy another Honda car again.
My 2007 Sienna has 265,000 miles on it so far. The water pump did go out at 130,000, when I also changed the serpentine drive belt. No timing chain or belt though--it has interlocking sprockets instead.
Mine has 285,000 and runs like a dream. It idles so smoothly, I have to check the tachometer to make sure. Taking it to Oregon soon, from SoCal. She's my baby...
Awesome cars I got a 96 lexus ls400 with 250,000 miles on it and still running like a champ always Toyota it’s just a good engines 👍🏼
About to hit 195k on my 2002 Sienna that I purchased brand new. Changed spark plugs at 100k, regular synthetic oil changes at 10k, two timing belt changes as recommended, and replaced front valve cover gasket. Also did transmission oil twice. Vehicle is still running strong.
Ive done the same on my 2004. I had to replace harmonic balancer. Also glide pins on front rotors were not greased and cracked my pads from over heating, replaced front rotors because of it (Heat build up). check the pcv valve it gums up at 200k.
thats nothing on a toyota i've seen toyota's with 400k or even 500k miles easy toyota is the best vehicle you could possibly own
the old ones, no doubt
yeah definitely
+Ricardo Lupian I've had good luck with my 4 Ford products too but the 85-97 Toyotas I've had have barely even needed maintenance, it's crazy
It seems like it's all hit or miss with any manufacturer.
Some fords are junk, some are not ... some toyotas are junk, some are not. It just depends on the model and the model year.
yeah every vehicle has its ups and downs
My fathers 06 corolla has well over 500k on it.. Just 1 alternator and 1 water pump outside of regular maintenance. 15k-20k oil changes. no transmission services.... too bad the one part that quit working was the damn ODO. that was about 6 years ago
My 01 tacoma has just shy of 300k once again, little has been done. I pulled that engine apart because of the boost it will be seeing. After all those miles theres still crosshatching marks in the cylinders and very little carbon build up.. Kinda felt bad taking it apart, but it goes to show you that Toyota knows how to make a good engine.
Just got a 94 Camry with this same drivetrain, never been happier with a car car in my whole life.
A while back we had a 1994 Toyota Camry(owned for 13 years) with the 1mz-fe v6 with 350,000 miles. Even with exhaust leaks, check engine light on for 10 years that engine ran great. The transmission fluid was never changed so my dad flushed it at 180k and at 181k it failed so we rebuilt it. I warned him not to do that but he did it.
PeterGriffin4200 yeah never flush the fluids with that many miles on it because you wash the crud out and that crud is maintaining the pressures in the transmission because seals have warn.
Toyota dependability is legendary.
My 2005 sienna with 275k miles is still going strong. Bought it new and been using mobil 1 since the first oil change. Hope it would last me 5 more years before I would go for an EV SUV.
I just bought a Sienna XLE Limited AWD with the 3.3 v6. I have been told the 3.3 is basically an enlarged 3.0. It has 153000 mile on it and I can't even hear it idle. I'm amazed for being 14 years old every single feature works like it should.
yes, my 2006 sienna v6 3.3L also very quiet, this 12 years old car I have to turn off vent to barely hear it idle
and steering wheel doesn't feel any vibration from running engine like other cars I drove
I drive 2004 toyota sienna xle with the 3mz-fe and it's at 200k drives like new absolutely love this van
We have a 2000 Avalon with the same engine! She’s going strong with original engine and trans. With 281k right now!
this dude sounds like he's in his 50s...looks like he is barely 30 lol
Early morning video lol I agree I sounded older 😂
I was picturing him to look like some old fat guy with hair getting grey. Then boom!
He sounds a little bit like Mr Rogers
He sounds like he's 19 you mean?
he sounds like junior from problem child
best engine ever my 1998 Camry is well past 550,000 miles and its sill looks like new and runs like a top.
Samuel Pugh
Awesome!!! I love Toyotas. Wish they would sell a diesel in the states
Samuel Pugh. Thats amazing. I have a 1995 Camry 2.2 liter with 207,000 and still runs great. Now I know what to expect with my car.
I've had a Yaris for 10 years 102 ,000 run like the day I got it. Texas still has the muffler that came from the factory.
I always think of yars revenge from the Atari days when someone says yaris lol
my 2004 230k Sienna runs great. Drain and fill xmission first time at 170k. did again at 230k . doesnt burn oil and after 5k miles oil is fairly clean. Note recent timing belt and water pump at dealer cost $2400. Thats 2x from 10 years ago. No wheel bearing yet, I did DIY , harmonic balancer, valve cover gaskets, plugs, coils, PCV valve at 230k. Its a daily driver
Our 2007 sienna has 267k on it and it's amazing
The work that has been done to my 2013 impala with 44k miles in 7 years:
Cylinder head replacement at 7k miles due to defect
Timing cover replacement at 15k due to defect
Control arms
Sway bar links
Both rear wheel bearings
Evap purge solenoid and charcoal canister
Heater core
Timing chains at 37k miles
VVT actuator solenoids
Injector cleaning service for a misfire
Walnut blasting of the valves for misfire
Almost constant check engine light since about 15k for one thing or another.
The vehicle has been well maintained. 5k or better oil changes, oil filter, air filter etc. Driven like a baby. Steering wheel worn and flaking away and drivers seat leather cracked
Just a terrible product by GM.
Update:
It needs an intake valve on cylinder 6
Before Toyota Sienna we used to own a Mercury villager that transmission failed at 80K then again at 170K. Besides transmission, it also needed tons annoying and costly repairs.
Just a suggestion it looks like it’s time to clean the corrosion off the battery. Getting 300,000 relatively trouble free miles is truly impressive. It seems they had more problems with the 3.3 and 3.5 engines. Thanks for posting.
Greetings from Trinidad and Tobago, keep up the good work! Can't stop watching you're videos!
I had an 2003 rx300 same engine still going 450k miles only the transmission had to be rebuilt around 300k still runs like new no tears in the interior because we were really careful.
I have a 2003 7.3 and a 2004 sienna, high miles are a thing of beauty to say the least
Had a 97 ST204 celica with 287k's on it. Only did the usual oil change, plugs, timing belt and seals on the engine. Suspension and wheel bearings had some problems given the mileage it already had but it ran good.
Got a 99 sienna with 238950 miles on it runs like a champ. Original everything besides the battery and alternator. Those 1MZ-FE engines are incredibly resilient. Just add oil and boom youre good to go!
00 solara with the same engine has 445000 km (probably ~ 300k miles) its not just the reliability of the powertrain its everything about the car thats well built. the raw materials are higher quality. I live in a climate with lots of road salt and most cars meet their end due to metal rotting away. these cars seemed to withstand the elements.
I agree with you that these 3.0L was a great engine since I have one myself (99 Avalon) with over 300k original miles to the engine. The only things I think that these engines are prone to were the motor mounts, that pesky valve cover gaskets, and the engine sludge issue. Not sure if it will last for 400k miles as I personally never seen one and my engine is starting to show wear as it loses 2-3 quarts every oil change. Thanks for sharing.
I have one of this with 300k miles and runs like new.
incredible engine indeed
I have the same year van, valve cover gaskets are both leaking, ac compressor is out, plastic radiator cracked and leaking at the top. Not sure where it's leaking but it's going through a lot of power steering fluid. Mine has leather, but it's all cracked inside. I go through at least 1 qt oil a week. I'm the second owner, I know the first very well and he babied it, I take care of it as well. That rear valve cover gasket is nasty to change though. ~190k miles. I am in the hot south though.
Rally Boyd that actually isnt that bad for a vehicle of that age.
Radiators for these are only $80. Mine cracked in the same place. Only took an hour to change out too.
I think there are definitely good ones and bad ones coming off the line everyday, or maybe mondays? So much depends on how it was maintained and driven, also NY is brutal on cars compared to the SW states, I used to buy discounted NY cars but stopped as even a 5 year old model would have so much rust, makes it a pita to do brakes etc, everything corroded. I'm buying in cheaper states than CO though where I live, it seems the highest priced area of the nation.. anyone know how to tell a monday car?
@@mudslinger888 radiator is 50 bucks on ebay.mine used oil,too.changed the pcv valve,quit using oil.
I have a 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan sxt 4.0 with 413,000+ miles on the original engine and transmission. Most everything else has been replaced though. I drive about 2k miles a week
Engines can last quite a long time as long as you do preventative maintenance on it through the manufacturer provided instructions! I used to have a 1998 Mazda B2500 with 289K miles on it, and that little 2.0L I4 purred like a kitten. That truck had no leaks, started up without hesitation and the simple things were done to it to keep it puttin' along!
I wish companies would make little trucks like that again. :(
that's why I drive a sienna. recently a guy did 1000000km on a 2007 Tundra. Toyota gave him a new one
What a joke, Toyota gave them a new one because of the shock and awe they had... that's not a good thing because it wasn't expected... meaning wasn't intended to last that long. Nothing more than a fluke perhaps?
My parents had a 99 until 2012. The transmission went out at 180,000 miles. It was reliable but it went through ignition coils often, it used oil and the CEL was always on for something. My uncle has one with 300,000 miles. 2nd engine, original transmission.
Our 1999 Chevrolet Venture LS has barely had anything done on it and drives on all-season tires in crazy winters, and it's only started having some issues this year. Had a water pump or whatever it was problem and a few other little things, but she still runs great, besides some lights inside dying and the power windows getting shitty.
Japanese cars are incredible. My 2002 Toyota Sequoia looks and runs FACTORY new. NEVER had any, any work done on it at all.
Love these types of videos, stumbled upon your channel randomly. Subscribed!
The fact that it is a 2002 model tells me that most of the miles were probably highway (21+ K per year) which helps with other components not falling apart. But still impressive. Proud owner of another Toyota product here (91 ls400 w/ 344,000k miles) .
Any car can go over 300k if looked after :)
My 2002 Opel Astra is at 235k miles and still runs like brand new. Even the clutch is still original.
Oil changed every 10k miles or so, always used fully synthetic Mobil 1 0W-40.
My 2011 Sienna is at 143k. Have not changed timing belt, or plugs. Changed transmission oil and, of course, oil every whatever thousand miles. Runs beautifully. I love this van.
Just a tip for you on a 2011 you wont be changing a timing belt either 2007 to present siennas are equipped with timing chains and there is no reccomended maintenance interval for replacment. You may look into keeping a good eye on your serpentine drive belt though that runs the alternator, water pump, power steering etc though especially if you havent dont it recently and get up in the higher 100 thousands. Keep on servicing it though with oil change and a transmission oil change every so often like your doing and it will keep taking care of you. We got a 2011 sienna drive it a lot got 170 some thousand on it.
@@elevatorman427 roger that. I keep putting Lucas high mileage oil stabilizer, as well as Mobil 0-20 on the oil change.
@@pikiwiki We dont use any stabilizers stuff like that in our oil. Our van is used for driving back and forth as a work vehicle on the highway around 106 mile round trip a day or so. It adds up the miles faster but, we go to the dealer and they change it with 0-20 usually runs 45-50 dollars or so. We do got a few items that need to be addressed soon but, nothing real major or I dont think so anyway mainly maintenance stuff got a o2 sensor bad and going to need front pads and rotors and thinking a serpentine belt. Been getting a little squeak of a morning after it sits overnight. Funny thing is does it 20 seconds or so then goes away and doesnt return but, going to with the miles hopefully in a month or so throw a new one on it for preventative maintenance. Most people I am sure would of done said to change it before now with 172 thousand miles but, dealer at least I know with ours looks over all that stuff each oil change and they havent said nothing yet. A little maintenance things to be addressed and it should be good to go for another 200 thousand at least haha Happy driving with your sienna
@@elevatorman427 Thanks. It's running fine at the moment. I'm hoping it stays that way.
@@pikiwiki You and me both on that though about hoping it stays that way good talking with you
I guess you would have liked to see my uncles 340,000 mile 2001 Chevy z71 truck everything had been replaced except for the engine and it still sounded brand new.
yup I own one and it has kept up pretty good, the only bad part is that the rear beam axle has become very rusted.
idels smooth like ice
Idles
Just do your oil changes on the sienna 1998 through 2003 4 and 6 cyl regularly to avoid engine sludge. I would still recommend having the transmission serviced all the same.
OCD kicking in.......Engine bay needs cleaning :O
Daniel Warden you weren't the only one
Yep, I just want to start with wiping off and detailing the engine cover, at the very least that part of it needs to shine on this baby!
Nope just leave it be it doesn't matter
My 2004 is about to hit 220k, these things are really built to last
my mom has a 04 sienna with 200k on it and everything is original