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I just bought a 2012 with 34K miles. They last forever and the interior/seats are very comfortable. Looking forward to driving this for the next 10 years.
I believe this is the car my parents are about to get from my relatives for me. I would’ve been fine with a car that was falling apart as long as it had wheels! I’m very excited to get this car now! :)
I don't know how Avalons are so under the radar. They're such a good car, they're known to go for 300K, even longer if taken care of properly. Even the older Avalons are really nice, but the 2005-2012s are I think my favorite.
@@Rexmorgan687 Yeah, probably best to get a 2004 or something, you can get one of those for a lot less and they can last forever as well. I see them for around 2-3k, gotta find one that's been well maintained and isn't just gonna need a timing belt right away though
The 2013-15 are my favorite. They look so much cooler than this generation, although they’re expensive. But I’d take this too, but only the ones with the navigation system.
Hello, I currently have an 2022 Honda HRV AWD Sport I always have two vehicles I see an 2011 Avalon what worried me is the mileage which is currently 267.000K almost 268K the small lot dealer asking for $4000 not inspected I test drove even he said I could put 100k or mores on it what is your opinion? I made so many mistakes been an vehicle lover lose money & I don't want to keep doing that I currently could afford to put $7k or $8500 to my secondary ride please let's me know what you think I'm waiting to hear from you thank you very much in advance
The blank switch is reserved for a glass breakage sensor. Dealer Accessory. I had a 2007 just like this one. Heated steering wheels were not available on the Avalon of this generation 2005-2012. If you find one from 2005-2007, it will have real wood from the Lexus counterpart on both the steering wheel and the shift knob. I don't have my 07 anymore, but I'm keeping an eye out out for the right Avalon in the future. Possibly a 2017 limited. Great cars, got me hooked on Toyota reliability.
I bought one last January. Best car I’ve ever owned! I don’t want anything else but the 2011 Toyota Avalon Limited! I love the wood grain steering wheel!!
@@juancortez2492 I get about 27-29 mpg on the Highway and about 20-22 in the city. Combine is around 25 which I think is good especially for a car so big.
You are correct that truly comfortable seats must have adequate support. My '04 Lincoln Town Car's only negative was that after an eleven hour drive from Pensacola to Austin, TX, my back was very in bad shape. The seats should support the body, NOT the opposite.
It was this video I saw two years ago that made up my mind to get a 2011 or 2012 Avalon. I found a 2011 identical to yours here with 90K miles in Feb 2011 for 12,400. I still like my car now as much as I did then.
I have had a 2011 Avalon for almost 4 years now. Fantastic car. Only 2 issues. The rear window screen is a disaster. Everyone who has had one, has had issues with it. Secondly the driver's side door handle grip (that handle above the door) snapped off one time when I used it. Not sure why, since I only weigh 165 pounds or so, Paid $7k in November/2020 with about 115k, now have close to 140K, and just changes the oil regularly , the brakes last year, and put 4 new tires on it within the last 4 months. Like I said, great and reliable.
I bought a used 2007 Avalon Limited for my Grandaughter and 2 years later i bought a 2011 Avalon Limited with only 89,000 miles on her. She runs as smooth as silk. With age, we know there will be repairs needed on the horizon but until that time, I'll enjoy the ride.
The seats declined in comfort with ventilated seats. I have to disagree the GS, ES and Avalon from 2004 and prior seats are very supportive while being very soft - which greatly helps reduce vibrations to the body. I got a 2014 ES350 few weeks ago, and didn't realize how much of an ergonomic distaster the front seats are... There's a divot giving no upper midback support, so after 3 hours i was in severe pain and now I'm having muscle spasms and have to see a doctor - driving about of our older cars is such a relief, but very disappointed in the newer Toyota seats that I might just have to go with a less reliable brand. Best seats of any car, about 2000 Volvo S80, drive 15 hours straight and first time we don't feel tied at all. These seats might continue thru 2016, but they were changed a bit and I haven't driven in the newer ones 15 hours+.
I have 2. 1st and last year's of Generation 3. About to 159k on each and they run like new. Look like new. Powerful, quiet engine. Great back and front seats. Awesome damn cars. Between '06 and '12, Toyota did nothing to their most reliable, smoothest running engine, the 2GR-FE. Unfortunately, they decided to make their new tranny's with NO WAY TO CHANGE TRANSMISSION FLUID. But I still love her. I'm
I own a 2009 Avalon Limited w/212k miles on it I absolutely love it I'm considering upgrading to a 2011 Avalon Limited because I don't really like the face-lift in models after that. There is nothing missing in the blank space under the dashboard it's just a cut out if Toyota had decided to put anything there I was thinking parking sensors would have been a nice touch since everyone would need a heated steering wheel
Good evening, I have an 2022 HRV AWD Sport I always have an secondary car I'm looking at an 2011 Toyota Avalon is 267.000K miles on it almost 268.000K the person want $4000 is not MD inspected I test drive & love it is the mileage worrying me the dealer said I could put 100K or mores miles on it I come to TH-cam looking for answers thank you very much for all the answers
Awesome review i really love this car. Sir pls can you make a review on the 2012 Toyota Avalon vs 2012 Lexus es350. I love both cars so much but am confused and i don't know the one am going for. Thanks!
So I understand the front seats are not comfortable, the rear sun screen motor grinds, and the VVI oil-tube fix was not effective as it was with the Lexus fix (metal vs rubber/metal).
I thought the front seats were comfortable. They may not be as cushioned as other luxury type cars but the fit the body well, which is most important for long drives. the sun screen motor also was not grinding for me, or when it was sold. Though I do know this, everyone has different experiences with cars and different things need repairing at different times.
@@robertweber3140 I do not doubt those are common problems with these vehicles. Not all of them will suffer from that, however, and this one is functioning just as it should.
there is a physical key (which you pull out of the fob) that you can open the door with. To start the car, hold the fob very very close to the start button and then press it.
" Only $ 9995.00 with 107,000 miles ? Well let's see what kind of maintenance will have to be done if it hasn't with that many miles on it. First, replace the electrical fuel pump and it's filter/s which cost around $800.00 on the low end at a shop. Second, the water pump will need to be replaced because after 100,000 miles your living on time before it fails. Price to replace varies but probably about $ 800.00 Third : the coolant, thermostat and radiator hoses again several hundred dollars. Transmission fluid and filter if applicable change, around $ 100.00 Fourth : Serpentine belt replacement, around $100.00 Has the battery been replaced ? in no, another $100.00 plus to replace How about the tires ? if little tread is left you'll soon have to fork over $ 400.00 if your lucky for cheap tires but more like $ 7-8 hundred. Add up the cost and tack it on the so called bargain and suddenly it's not so cheap anymore.
You are absolutely correct, used vehicles, and vehicles in general, need to be maintained! There will be a cost of ownership with every vehicle you buy. I will also add that your list is very short, there are many, many other things that could need maintenance or replacing on this, and every other vehicle.
Those are all things that need to be replaced anyway and should not be counted in the overall cost if the car. If you are worried about those things, lease a new car, don't buy used.
I just bought a 2012 with 34K miles. They last forever and the interior/seats are very comfortable. Looking forward to driving this for the next 10 years.
Shawn Kemp 12,500. I was very lucky to get the limited trim for this price. I have really enjoyed this car!
How many miles do you think you can put on them?
@@Danmandingo 250K
34k miles? where did u get that gem?
@Jeff E exactly! it's about keeping an open mind.
Great review. I own a 2011 Avalon Limited. Best car I have ever owned.
I just bought a 2011 Avalon Limited with 60k miles. Love the Burgundy color! Got it for $9000 for those wondering c:
I'm jealous but intend for the Avalon to be my next car once my current car is paid off.
Wow! Great deal
You got a really good deal 👌 👏 👍
I just got the same year but Metallic silver, mine was a bit more though, not a good time to buy a car😩
@@paullara7527 I got my eyes on a 2011 Avalon with 111k miles for just under $11k. Prices for used cars are insane right now.
I believe this is the car my parents are about to get from my relatives for me. I would’ve been fine with a car that was falling apart as long as it had wheels! I’m very excited to get this car now! :)
Finally someone who appreciates older cars , you earned a sub sir!
Older cars? I was in highschool when this thing was new... If this is older... What the hell is my 2000 Grand Prix?
I don't know how Avalons are so under the radar. They're such a good car, they're known to go for 300K, even longer if taken care of properly. Even the older Avalons are really nice, but the 2005-2012s are I think my favorite.
Tell me about it, I would love to get my wife one. It is between one of these or a newer town car. Both big luxury cars that are really reliable.
They've shot up in price... These are currently going for well over 11-12K with similar mileage.
@@Rexmorgan687 Yeah, probably best to get a 2004 or something, you can get one of those for a lot less and they can last forever as well. I see them for around 2-3k, gotta find one that's been well maintained and isn't just gonna need a timing belt right away though
The 2013-15 are my favorite. They look so much cooler than this generation, although they’re expensive. But I’d take this too, but only the ones with the navigation system.
Hello, I currently have an 2022 Honda HRV AWD Sport I always have two vehicles I see an 2011 Avalon what worried me is the mileage which is currently 267.000K almost 268K the small lot dealer asking for $4000 not inspected I test drove even he said I could put 100k or mores on it what is your opinion? I made so many mistakes been an vehicle lover lose money & I don't want to keep doing that I currently could afford to put $7k or $8500 to my secondary ride please let's me know what you think I'm waiting to hear from you thank you very much in advance
I really like it when the seats are fully seated :-)
I have this model and it’s definitely the best car I’ve owned at 46 !
We got the 2012 in white we love it highly recommend this Toyota very smooth
"A beautiful color" Then shows us the awful dealership decal on the back of the car. I really wish dealers would stop doing that.
I just purchased a 2015 Hybrid Touring XLE and I am already in love! Happy to be a part of the Avalon family!
The blank switch is reserved for a glass breakage sensor. Dealer Accessory. I had a 2007 just like this one. Heated steering wheels were not available on the Avalon of this generation 2005-2012. If you find one from 2005-2007, it will have real wood from the Lexus counterpart on both the steering wheel and the shift knob. I don't have my 07 anymore, but I'm keeping an eye out out for the right Avalon in the future. Possibly a 2017 limited. Great cars, got me hooked on Toyota reliability.
I bought one last January. Best car I’ve ever owned! I don’t want anything else but the 2011 Toyota Avalon Limited! I love the wood grain steering wheel!!
What's your mpg? I want to buy one but the V6 mpg worries me since gas in California is a arm and a leg
@@juancortez2492 I get about 27-29 mpg on the Highway and about 20-22 in the city. Combine is around 25 which I think is good especially for a car so big.
this is a very rare car here in mason county, the land of SUVs. i'd love to see how it compares to my '04 avalon xl.
You are correct that truly comfortable seats must have adequate support. My '04 Lincoln Town Car's only negative was that after an eleven hour drive from Pensacola to Austin, TX, my back was very in bad shape. The seats should support the body, NOT the opposite.
Great video! This was very helpful and I'm glad it's so recent too! Thanks!
1:36 hehehe.... he said _reach-around_
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I too love seated heats!
😂😂😂
thanks for this review I've looked at a couple online for my mom and even in the 2022 inflated used car market they are very reasonably priced
It was this video I saw two years ago that made up my mind to get a 2011 or 2012 Avalon. I found a 2011 identical to yours here with 90K miles in Feb 2011 for 12,400. I still like my car now as much as I did then.
I commented on this video a year ago and I just found a 2012 with 90,000 miles I’m getting it because it’s the best car for the money
I have had a 2011 Avalon for almost 4 years now. Fantastic car. Only 2 issues. The rear window screen is a disaster. Everyone who has had one, has had issues with it. Secondly the driver's side door handle grip (that handle above the door) snapped off one time when I used it. Not sure why, since I only weigh 165 pounds or so, Paid $7k in November/2020 with about 115k, now have close to 140K, and just changes the oil regularly , the brakes last year, and put 4 new tires on it within the last 4 months. Like I said, great and reliable.
Very good review and I liked your passion !
The wood grain is genuine wood, not plastic.
Thanks for your insight Jerry.
You are kidding right?
The weed is genuine weed. 😂
I bought a used 2007 Avalon Limited for my Grandaughter and 2 years later i bought a 2011 Avalon Limited with only 89,000 miles on her. She runs as smooth as silk. With age, we know there will be repairs needed on the horizon but until that time, I'll enjoy the ride.
2012 avalons are more expensive that 2016 in Iraq it’s really popular here and 2011-2012 costs 25k it’s really cheep in America
Thats very interesting! Also understandable to me, great car!
GREAT REVIEW, I COULD PRACTICALLY FEELING THE CAR FROM HERE
If I wanted these heats to be seated lol
The seats declined in comfort with ventilated seats. I have to disagree the GS, ES and Avalon from 2004 and prior seats are very supportive while being very soft - which greatly helps reduce vibrations to the body. I got a 2014 ES350 few weeks ago, and didn't realize how much of an ergonomic distaster the front seats are... There's a divot giving no upper midback support, so after 3 hours i was in severe pain and now I'm having muscle spasms and have to see a doctor - driving about of our older cars is such a relief, but very disappointed in the newer Toyota seats that I might just have to go with a less reliable brand. Best seats of any car, about 2000 Volvo S80, drive 15 hours straight and first time we don't feel tied at all. These seats might continue thru 2016, but they were changed a bit and I haven't driven in the newer ones 15 hours+.
I like the volvo S80s, I am going to be looking at a '99 volvo here soon, I am excited.
I have 2. 1st and last year's of Generation 3. About to 159k on each and they run like new. Look like new. Powerful, quiet engine. Great back and front seats. Awesome damn cars. Between '06 and '12, Toyota did nothing to their most reliable, smoothest running engine, the 2GR-FE. Unfortunately, they decided to make their new tranny's with NO WAY TO CHANGE TRANSMISSION FLUID. But I still love her. I'm
I own a 2009 Avalon Limited w/212k miles on it I absolutely love it I'm considering upgrading to a 2011 Avalon Limited because I don't really like the face-lift in models after that. There is nothing missing in the blank space under the dashboard it's just a cut out if Toyota had decided to put anything there I was thinking parking sensors would have been a nice touch since everyone would need a heated steering wheel
Please what’s the approximate cost for 2011 Avalon and approximate mileage
Good job man
Right now see 12 Avalon limited 117 k miles for $7800 and saw a 13 premium 120 K miles for $6500 but was sold already in a few days 😢
4yrs later it's 3k more😢
awsome looking Avalon in a color other than white or beige. love my avalon but its white very rare to see red or my fav blue (indego blue i think)
Whoever can get their hands on one of these is extremely lucky. 2013 to 2022 Avalons are disappointing compared to this!!!
Great review really enjoyed...sounds like great fuel for size..how was your experience with fuel consumption overall? Thanks.
Good evening, I have an 2022 HRV AWD Sport I always have an secondary car I'm looking at an 2011 Toyota Avalon is 267.000K miles on it almost 268.000K the person want $4000 is not MD inspected I test drive & love it is the mileage worrying me the dealer said I could put 100K or mores miles on it I come to TH-cam looking for answers thank you very much for all the answers
We have the same taste in cars... 👌🏻
Awesome review i really love this car. Sir pls can you make a review on the 2012 Toyota Avalon vs 2012 Lexus es350. I love both cars so much but am confused and i don't know the one am going for. Thanks!
If I can get my hands on those I will be sure to do so!
The Lexus ES350 has a smaller backseat, everything else is pretty much the same
Did that car have the auto rain sensors for the wipers
Yes
Thinking about buying a 2011 limited with 50k miles but they want 16k for it. Any thoughts on that price
Yeah, I'm waiting for the market crash and get one under 50K miles.
So I understand the front seats are not comfortable, the rear sun screen motor grinds, and the VVI oil-tube fix was not effective as it was with the Lexus fix (metal vs rubber/metal).
I thought the front seats were comfortable. They may not be as cushioned as other luxury type cars but the fit the body well, which is most important for long drives. the sun screen motor also was not grinding for me, or when it was sold. Though I do know this, everyone has different experiences with cars and different things need repairing at different times.
@@Cahlager, I obtained this information from the ToyotaNation forum and CarComplaints.com
@@robertweber3140 I do not doubt those are common problems with these vehicles. Not all of them will suffer from that, however, and this one is functioning just as it should.
Is this car still available? I stay very close to this dealership... I own a 2004 toyota avalon and it's time for an upgrade.
front seats are very comfy
What engine does it use ?
How does it handle?
What kinda phone mount did you use when driving? I just bought the 2012
How many miles and how much if i may ask?
I love
Did this have a back up mirror?
Whoops, back up camera, meant above.
If the fob runs out of battery, is there a physical key I can start the car with?
there is a physical key (which you pull out of the fob) that you can open the door with. To start the car, hold the fob very very close to the start button and then press it.
The battery is a piece of cake to change as well. Very simple.
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ong i want one
Guess the secret out because I’m looking at this same exact car with 60,000 for near 17k 😩
For the owners of these cars, what's your avg mpg, i want to buy one but gas is really expensive in California
Can probably find this information off of google.
Does this car have the JBL sound system with the subwoofer?,
I believe it did have the upgraded sound system, yes.
How much horse power?? This or the lexus gs430??
@@johnlira3316 it has 268 hp
" Only $ 9995.00 with 107,000 miles ?
Well let's see what kind of maintenance will have to be done if it hasn't with that many miles on it.
First, replace the electrical fuel pump and it's filter/s which cost around $800.00 on the low end at a shop.
Second, the water pump will need to be replaced because after 100,000 miles your living on time before it fails.
Price to replace varies but probably about $ 800.00
Third : the coolant, thermostat and radiator hoses again several hundred dollars.
Transmission fluid and filter if applicable change, around $ 100.00
Fourth : Serpentine belt replacement, around $100.00
Has the battery been replaced ? in no, another $100.00 plus to replace
How about the tires ? if little tread is left you'll soon have to fork over $ 400.00 if your lucky for cheap tires but more like $ 7-8 hundred.
Add up the cost and tack it on the so called bargain and suddenly it's not so cheap anymore.
You are absolutely correct, used vehicles, and vehicles in general, need to be maintained! There will be a cost of ownership with every vehicle you buy. I will also add that your list is very short, there are many, many other things that could need maintenance or replacing on this, and every other vehicle.
Those are all things that need to be replaced anyway and should not be counted in the overall cost if the car. If you are worried about those things, lease a new car, don't buy used.
Even with the list of maintenance you will still have a great car that you will be able to drive and enjoy 200,000 or more miles 👍
that's used cars in a nutshell. 🤷🏼♂️
130k mile , you must tune up with 3000-6000k $. I had 2007, 2011 toyota avalon . I know.
change your mechanic. New spark plugs and coils plus labor shouldn't be up to $1500.
Rediculous, you got ripped off
It's like a welfare version of a Lexus ES350
No it’s not it looks better than a lexus es350
Yuh Hurd me
this guy seems biased. there was nothing he didnt like on the car
Now this same car is 4-5g more expensive, and not to mention 2 years older!
Inflation, Blame Joetato.