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Scotty Kilmer can you make a video about the 04 Acura Rl I have one I believe it’s a good car
I have the 2012 Camry 3.5L and has a torque converter studder due to a computer software module glitch i brought the car in with 64k miles and was told it had to be under 60k to be repaired. Im now at 110k miles and was quoted 5,600 cars only worth 9000 what should I do? I still owe 12000 on it.
Scotty Kilmer please do a review on a 2004-2009 Lexus Gx 470. Great video!
What about the xsp package?
Scotty my right front tire rattles when I'm go over bump it doesn't sound right
Bought a 2012 SE at 100k miles. Runs like new. Almost at 140k now. No issues, great daily. Just regular maintenance
Your reckon a Mitsubishi Lancer at 200k is ok
Was it really expensive to buy? I’m looking to buy a 2014 but it would be 17k with all taxes and everything but I’m not sure if that’s too expensive
@@Godhealsnatureheals I got my 2012 for just under 10k. But that was before the car market prices went crazy.
Congrats. Similar with my situation. I come back to this video every once in a while.. my car still drive like new money. I paid cash for it about 5k with 135 highway miles. Car still drive smooth
I'm thinking about getting a 2012 se with 132k
Love my 2012 Camry. Bought used 3 years ago with 89,000 miles, now almost 190,000 miles. It hasn’t given me any problems, and runs great.
How about maintenance cost, since it is discontinued
Se 4 cylinder ?
same for me
@@jvkk123 no maintenance ever besides alternator 🙌🏾
You put 100k on in 3years 😯😯😯
I've got the exact 2012 Camry, had it since 2013. I do most of the work on it myself & I'm at 340k miles and still running like new
Any torque converter issues
Have you had any oil leaks ? I’ve been trying to do some research on a new car since my infinity caught on fire and all im really seeing as an issue is common/not so common oil leaks
Good to hear as I just bought one with 150k here in 2024. My co worker who is also a mechanic and autobody person looked it over for an hour and a half and test drove it cold and warm before I bought it, said it was good to go. Looking for it to last. It was well taken care of
I just bought one yesterday 2012 camry se 134k nice
Have you had to replace the A/C compressor or anything
I was an Ex-Technician at a Toyota Dealership for 5 yrs and this model was by far my favorite in terms in reliability and cost. Majority of the time these Camrys don't need much done to them besides normal maintenance.
Question for you, I have a 2015 Toyota Camry le and I notice only when decreasing my speed around 30 mph in town you can feel it possibly like downshift. Is that normal? Or wise it runs great.
@@zach5309 That is normal. The car is just braking with the engine.
Do u experience and shuddering and bad fuel economy..google torque converter shudder ZHI warranty enhancement program. It also feels like your car is braking when accelerating or while cruising you feel like your driving on rumble strips
984,000 bad torque converters from the factory.
2012-2016 With 284,000 bad torque converters from the factory as a former tech you are either stupid or uninformed. And Toyota should be ashamed for not doing a massive recall
The 2AR absolutely WILL burn buckets of oil if you take Toyotas advice and change the oil every 10K instead of every 5K. The piston rings get gummed up, scores and damages the cylinder walls, and BOOM, burning buckets and buckets of oil. They see it every single day at the Toyota dealership. Those who DO change the oil every 5K or 6 months (and yes time matters just as much as mileage) fair much much better. But this engine CAN absolutely be an oil chugger if you don’t look after it.
I will be forever grateful for finding Scotty Kilmer ! This man is an encyclopedia of automotive knowledge
Scotty, you must be my angel because I am looking into getting a newer car and I watch your videos for info. This video was meant for me in my time of need. Thank you so much for all you have done for me, and for the whole youtube (and internet) community. Thank you sooooo much!!!
I bought a 2012 Camry from Carmax this past summer. Has 100k miles on it, runs like new! I love it! All I've done to it is tint the windows to keep it cool in the summer (and 1 oil change)
You'll love driving a camry. Bought my 2014 camry last year and it still runs well.
I’m on my third Camry this time a 2017 XLE. I absolutely love it and in my opinion can’t seem to find a better vehicle for the money. It’s reliable, good on gas, comfortable, zippy, and safe.
2012 through 2017 share the same engines and transmission. So look at those first and only get the SE if you like a stiffer suspension. Otherwise, the LE will be a value buy and the XLE is the luxury buy with most options and leather.
Yes u r right I checked myself but why Scotty mention only 2012 Camry model ?
For clarification - this 2.5 with the 6-speed continued past the 2012 model until the 2017 model. 2018 and newer use the new dynamic force 2.5 and 8-speed transmission
Prime Autotainment It was the best generation of Camry (from recent years). The ones from the 90s until the early 2000s were solid build too.
so 12-17 is the sweet spot 😍
Thank you, I knew someone had to of caught it
My 2010 Camry had this one. It was the first year with the 2AR-FE and the 6 speed transmission. Good engine! The original engine of my car was flooded and I replaced with a 2012 2AR. 💪
Thanks for the clarification. I have a 2015 so I was wondering
I’ve had a 2012 Camry since 2012. Honestly been the best car I’ve ever owned. Only had to replace a brake light switch once but other than that no issues whatsoever!
Awesome!
@@kimdavis5631 wow.
Do you use 0w20? And how often do you change oil and rotate tires?
If you don’t mind me asking how much you pay for it & how many miles thinking of getting one but want to know if the price is right
@@mobsquad0173 I bought mines a couple years ago. I paid 5k for 140k mines drive smooth. No issue.
"Sometimes older is better!" Shows cougar photo 🤣😂
Lol I think that's a Jaguar
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@@a.s.4914 that's a 50 year old money pit!!! Too many repairs and needs to be constantly flushed and lubricated. Get a 2001 they are street legal and will last longer.
@@thinkofsomething420 a 2001...there's no way I could get into one of those.😏
Thanks to your advice Scotty I just bought a 2012 with 78k for $8995. Love it!
I’m pretty sure you can get a 2014 at that price
JT 1200 hey I’ve got a 2013 with 39k miles. Rattles are minimal. I don’t think the engine is loud, but there is some wind/tire noise. It’s a great car and I haven’t had a single issue with mine. Bought it with 22k miles 3 years ago and I’ve done all maintenance myself easily.
I can’t find any at that price how did u find one ??
@@josecorrales7998 na here in NJ there around 11k at 60k on the dash iv bin lookin for 3 month's
I will be honest. That price is high for 8 year old car that is everywhere. They must have massively produced that car then.
This is the car I bought 3 months ago. Paid $8995 with 78,000 miles! Love it! Thanks Scotty!
Glad to hear it Scotty! That's my current daily driver. Wife bought it brand new when she was pregnant and we drove our son home in it when he was born. Hopefully he will get to drive it one day himself.
It will last a while just do maintain it.
That's quite a long time to wait.
@@chineduokonkwo5777 for sure
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Man, this is such an under stated comment. Back in the 90s and 2000s, i worked as an electrician and worked in many foreigners homes. Most had Toyotas and a few had Hondas. Most conversations about why they choose their vehicles waa that they wanted and have passed down the vehicles from generation to generation. One guy bought a Sienna cuz he had 3 littles ones. 14 years later and he still had the van and was still in great shape. I always kept that in mind.
I learn a lot about reliability after watching of these videos. I will name my son ‘Toyota’ and my daughter’Honda’
Then you will become KING of Japan.
😂😂😂 good idea!
Best comment 😃
@@tkrdg7885 crown
Toyotas always had many non interference engines and chain engines even the older ones. Honda had mostly interference engines with belts so toyotas always been superior in design and reliability although Honda engines are good
I bought my dad's 2014.5 Camry SE with only 54k on the odometer. It still smells brand new inside. And I do have to say, this engine runs damn good. And thank you Scotty for pointing out how good these cars are. I have already done a few mods on mine, like a stiffer rear sway bar, H&R lowering springs, intake, header, etc....
I bought 2014.5 new I have 85k miles
2014.5 owner as well. Watch for the torque converter shudder on these. Toyota issued a warranty extension a month after I bought mine new in 14.
Toyota covered the torque converter for 8 years or 150k miles. Mine just failed last February at 86k. My 8 years was in June.
My dealer replaced the torque converter free of charge no questions asked. Best customer service on a vehicle of any brand I've ever owned, including Honda.
I'm a Toyota customer for life.
Outside of that, the car is as solid and quiet as it was the day I drove it off the lot. Oil stays clean between changes,and there is zero consumption.
I bought a 2014 Toyota Camry SE with 104k mile’s for 11k is that a good deal?
Thanks for this Scotty, I use a 2005 Toyota Corolla LE which I bought as a used car in 2015 April as my daily driver in one of the most challenging cities to live on the planet and never replaced the engine/gearbox. All I've done is change of brakes and suspension components.
I've been thinking of the 2012 Toyota Camry SE 4 cylinder as a replacement and your seal of approval just made my day.
Thank you so much
I got the 2012 charcoal grey SE and I love it…I bought it in 2015 with 13000 miles and I now have just over 100,000 miles on it…runs smooth…Simple service and new brakes and tires…very reliable car…
I just wanted to point out the fact that the Toyota Camry has had the 2AR-FE since 2009. This was the year the engine was introduced and utilized in a lot of Toyota vehicles, it was meant to replace the 2AZ. If you're looking for a used Camry in North America, anything 2009 or newer is a safe bet. 2008 and previous years used the 2AZ which was known for its oil burning problem.
Every time Scotty Kilmer calls anything stupid, an angel gets its wings.
I have a red 2010 SE with that same engine... 9 years, almost 80,000 miles later, other than normal wear and tear, and routine maintenance, this car has been 100% reliable for us. It has never stranded us or failed to start. It is the best vehicle in my all-Toyota fleet...
2010 has the 2.4, it's a different engine. Still a good car though
@@lunchie80 2010-2011 has the 2.5, they changed the body style slightly for the 2010 (facelift) and put the new engine in it. Solid car I have one sitting in my driveway.
I have a 2013 Camry SE 2.5 L and I absolutely love it!! I bought it brand new and after 7 years and 8 months I only replaced the brake pads. I haven't seen my mechanic since then..😂👍. Toyota Camry 2013 is bad for mechanics but good for drivers.
Do you use 0w20? And how often do you change the oil and rotate tires?
Any torque converter issue
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I am still driving my 1996 Toyota Avalon with a 200 hp V6 with over 200 thousand trouble free miles on it. NO car payments and I love it! Because sometimes older is better. LOL
TheLizardKing1967 I enjoy simple cars more than modern cars
Avalon the Cougar
TheLizardKing1967 // 200k ... you will probably get 500k
200k is nothing, youll get another 200k if taken care of correctly.
Good thing about no car payments is that u can do whatever u want to your car, other people with flash cars but yet gotta remember money is coming out there savings to paid it off that's the suck thing about car payments
My car but in silver! Almost at 150k and still going strong! Thankful for my car being soo reliable!
I gotta 2011 and is over 200k miles...still going 💪🏿💪🏿
@@edwardbrown5994 I am looking at a 2011 with 87k miles for 6.5k thoughts?
@@shantanukashyap9591 man if its that look at everything under the engine , test drive it if u like go ahead sounds good. They are amazing cars with great value and dependency
Have you had any problems? I hear that not changing your oil on time could ruin the engine severely
@@grenademau that's any car I haven't had any problems I got this car in 15 and only had to rotate tires, then getting news ones and oil change. The way they have it set up u can change your oil every 7 or 8000 miles. My cars good for being 11.
was gonna buy a 2019 Camry SE but heard issues with that 8 speed automatic so instead I got a 2016 RAV4 with 8k miles on it and it was $4k CHEAPER. Toyota’s tried and true 6 speed automatic. And I couldn’t be happier! I bet Toyota will recall their 8 speeds on the Camry in about 1-2 years.
The Camry's in Asia doesn't have any issue unlike the Toyota's in the US.
It's probably more prominent on the 4 cyls. I've had my '20 xse v6 for 4 months, no transmission issues. I Have witnessed the transmission "lag" people speak of occuring rarely whenever I drive on Eco mode. It's like a tiny delay, rather than a lag. Like it's trying to find the right gear for you. Then again it's Eco, and trying to save you gas. I drive in Normal and Sport modes more often and have never had this "lag" issue on those two driving modes. The car wants to learn how you drive, so It can adapt more AccorDingly. Get it, accord? Nevermind.
Toyota just released a huge recall for fuel pumps. And their 8 speed transmissions are troublesome.
I have a 2018 Se, no problems yet aside from the fuel pump recall. Fingers crossed.
I have a 2020 XSE v6 with the 8 speed. No issues with the transmission
Omg, that’s identical to the Camry I just bought a few months ago! Mines a 2013 with 87k. So far I love it!
I have converted my whole fleet to toyota. My wife drove a 2012 beetle now a 2016 rav4. My daughter 2012 beetle to a 2013 corolla. My work car was a 2001 pt cruiser. We got my son a 01 corolla(my first Toyota ever)in
2012. I think my fleet is a whole lot more reliable now.
I agree I just purchased my 2016 Toyota Camry SE 2.5 L four-cylinder the 2AR-FE my grandmother had a 1988 Toyota Camry. She finally got rid of it. It had 500,000 miles on it. She bought it brand new in 88. She now has a 1998 Toyota Camry with a little over 200,000 miles on it then down here to Florida to see me a few times from North Carolina. She is the one that got me hooked on Toyota. My next Toyota will be a Tacoma 4 x 4 V6.
My 2012 Scion tC has that same engine. Boy did this just make me feel better about my purchase.
Same transmission also
@@30-06 Yes I bought a 2011 tC for an amazing price but apparently people who drive tC's are statistically some of the worst drivers... I pay $200/month for insurance
😂 smoke a tc in my 2
04 camry
@@stephen.p905 wow.... 3 (96 4runner LTD, 2006 4runner LTD, 2019 Tundra 1794 4x4) vehicles full coverage for 233per month.
Never owned a Toyota but I've noticed Toyota owners have more than one in the drive way. Seems like where I live Toyota owners always has at least two.
I bought a 2012 Camry SE last year (2019). I bought it used at 103,000 miles for around $11,000. Engine is like clock. Solid. Only things I've changed are brake pads, belt tensioner, and suspension arms. I'm not a mechanic, but these parts were super-easy to change. I bought OEM parts and replaced them myself. No problems at a ALL! Absolutely the best investment in a car. Oh yeah, I paid cash for it. 100% debt free.
Mario S. Good for you. Private sales make a difference bro. Mine was custom ordered. One driver, no accidents. 2012 motors are better built than the newer models. But good on you for buying through family.
good car I have a2014 LE 6years and on problem just change brakes and change oil
Wise and smart choice!.👍
Yeah, I’m getting ready to do swaybar bushings. They seem pretty easy to change. They’re cheap online as well and a tensioner will be soon as well. Car has 87,000 on it. Front brake pads were changed 10,000 miles ago found that on Carfax and I just had my transmission fluid changed 2000 miles ago and I just changed my oil three weeks ago at 4000 miles and I’ll probably buy a new serpentine belt while I’m at the belt tensioner. I’m trying to get 400,000 miles out of this car or more
I own a 2014 SE camry and I feel the same way scotty did. Very well built, super zippy and this is the best traffic warrior car ive EVER owned. So glad I bought it new, I drive conservative and maintain it as best as I can. Great car!
I have the 2012 Camry SE V6 and I love it. Handling leaves a lot to be desired but it feels very solid to drive and has a 0-60 time of 5.7 seconds.
Have you ever timed it? I have a 2016 Camry v6, it feels fast and can hold its own but I notice when you floor it from a complete stop, it can’t seem to put the power down so you definitely lose some time from your zero to sixty
@@xavierthompson4506 the sequential shifting is neutered a bit. This is intentional so Toyota can upsell people on the Lexus ES which has a more responsive transmission timing.
Thank you for your content. I’ve been car shopping for about a month now. Always bought Honda or Toyota, but your insight of exactly what’s under the hood of these vehicles helped me make a sound purchase. I found a 2013 SE with 60k miles. I live in
CT, so prices and taxes here aren’t cheap, but the car is in pristine condition and I expect to get many years out of it. Thank you again.
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Joe Joe scotty did many clips about trucks. It came down to Chevy not wanting to fix or upgrade deficiencies.
@Joe Joe GM products are bad
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@Joe Joe Keep watching Scotty...common stinkers = Nissan after Renault, Fiat-Chrysler, Mazda except standard miatas, any GM inc. Chevy...any Italian maker...
Sean Park actually he said the new mazdas are starting to look good (yes the automatic transmission ones)
The audio system is amazing! It's like the best stock audio in the world!
I am thinking of adding some 20s to my SE model
I own the Hybrid version of this car, and let me tell you that it's absolutely fantastic. Drives smooth, 44mpg (city & highway), upgraded the sound system so it sounds amazing inside, and the maintenance is super easy! Best of all, the drivetrain is actually pretty quick! Much faster than the basic 4 cylinder.
I’ve got a 2013 XLE with the 2.5L. Bought it 2 years ago. I hate how boring it is, but love how dependable it is and the great gas mileage. All I have had to do besides tires and oil change was a new windshield and tinted the windows.
Based on your honest reviews i got a Rav4 2014 AWD, 2 years in and im only changing oil and break pads. I really enjoy watching your videos and thank you for sharing your knowledge. Keep making the best reviews for us normal people that cant afford to throw money on car repairs.
Bought the 2012 SX at 123k miles after watching this video. Driven at 160k now. No issues at all, but it still runs like new. You can't go wrong with the comfortable driver seat that moulds round your back.
I picked up one of these 2012 Camrys with 26K miles 1 old lady owner that was fully decked. I have added 35K miles to it and is nice both short buzzing around too long trips. The only problem I have had was that the front bumper part I have scraped both bottom edges and battery lug to cable connector broke. The car has good power when you push on the gas and it goes. A little bit of shake of the front breaks on steep off-ramps from the interstate going 75+, but never felt like it wasn't breaking.
I have one and have had it since 2014, its been a super reliable car, I have had zero problems with this car (other then the sunroof)... one of the best decisions I've made.
That’s what I used to have. I loved it! I had it for 8 years. Never a peep from anything in repair speak. Only replaced tires once, one set of brakes once and did the oil changes. It drove like a dream.
s Peteydog how many miles ur car please
Abdou Adechi 81,000 miles. I would still have it. But gave it away trying to help my brother.
s Peteydog thank you
I love you Scotty. I am writing from Ghana. I have the 2011 Camry and it’s has the 2ar-fe engine. It’s super super reliable no nonsense car.
Big ups bro much love🇬🇭
I am looking at a 2011 with 87k miles for 6.5k thoughts?
Good job bro am planning to swap my 2013 corolla le to a toyota camry 2014
07 V6 Camry Owner here AND I LOVE IT. Alot of power for a Camry.
Hey there, Scotty. I bought one of these babies a little more than a month ago, and I’m LOVING it! It’s a beautiful Cosmic Grey 2012 SE that only had slightly under 116,000 miles on the clock and only one previous owner whom obviously babied it, as I had discovered when I washed it and detailed it for the very first time 2 weeks ago. And as far as being “the perfect used car for anyone,” you are 100% correct! In addition to such crucial categories as safety, reliability, fuel economy, comfort, and low annual cost of ownership, it’s got everything else I really wanted: leather interior with sueded inserts, sunroof, paddle shifters, Toyota’s awesome Entune infotainment system…the works! And the proverbial ‘icing on the cake?’ ‘Shadow’ is quite a looker! I get tons and tons of compliments from all of my colleagues on ‘his’ angular, lantern-jawed looks, which is all the more remarkable considering how I park on the side of our office building where 4 of our executives park (a.k.a. Millionaire’s Row) and they all own 3 newer Mercedes-Benzes and 1 newer Volvo S60 among themselves. In a nutshell, my Camry SE more than holds its own in the aesthetics department. Great video, Scotty! Keep up the excellent work!
Bought a 2012 with 34K for 10,300. After almost a year, still lovin' it!
U got a steal!
@@NB-yu4lj yes that's a steal. Camry value hold up even on the older models. I bought mines for 6k with 140k miles but the car drive good
@@truegrizzlesfan2292 I just bought one for 10k 109,000 miles
Bought mine for 8k 55thousand miles so far i love it
i love my 09 Camry XLE V6, 108k miles practically all highway, full service history. 268 HP and 6 speed transmission. Camrys are great vehicles.
Bunker automatic huh?
@@jamesmedina2062 No, 6 speed manual. Duh!
Hey Bunk, I just bought at 2009 Camry XLE with the 6 cyl. (2GR-FE), 6-speed auto trans, two months ago with 102,000 miles, and yep, full clean CarFax. Question for you, do you hear a bit of a chatter (faint diesel-like sound) when you accelerate up to about 35-40mph until the engine is fully warm? I've been researching this engine sound since I got the car, most say it's a normal characteristic of the 2GR-FE but I'm not sure. Once the engine is fully warm the sound goes away. Man I do love the performance and smooth power of this Camry.
@@kennethwilliams4874 thats a piston slap. Same on my 09 venza v6 like yours. Bought it used 9 yrs ago. No change. Its just a noise when engine is warming up. Not worry anymore. Very durable engine
@@xsej8641 Thank you xse.
Literally have this exact car. Bought at 55k miles. Had a few recall items taken care of and now at 185k and going strong.
My 2014 se camry been with me for 4 years. I had no problem still running great.
Jemal Temam you out 87 or 89 octane ?
i have a 2013 Camry with that engine. It has 171000km ( approx 107000 miles ) and the engine still runs like new....gotta change the front brakes soon, i still have the original brakes.
Original brake pads??
Now 181300km or 115000 miles still runs like a top
I have a 2013 Kia Optima with 170 k miles.. still running strong haven’t replaced much
I’m about to buy my grandmas one owner 2012 Camry SE only has 68k miles garage kept. Buying it from her this week and I always watch your videos so I found this gem and now I’m even more glad 🙌🏻🙌🏻.
I have a cousin who bought one new in 2012. Still owns it today and it’s been 100% trouble free.
Thought the low mileage of the car might also contribute to that, he’s only put 38k miles so far in the last 7.5 years.
Nah, Some Toyotas are just bulletproof. I've had a different Toyota since new for 9 years now. Apart from servicing and wear parts(oil, brakes etc) I've only had to replace a $9 relay that was part of a known bad batch of relays(air conditioner clutch relay) that Toyota would have done for free next service but I just did it while I was out and passed a parts store. 9 years and a $9 part. Awesome 😎
Just bought a 2011 with the same engine and transmission! Super excited! Thanks for the great advice Scotty!
Hey Jamie, have you been having problems with the 2011 burning oil?
Apparently their are some mechanics that are saying that 2007-2011 models are affected by that AZ excessive oil consumption, even though the 2010-2011 have the AR engine.
I got 208000 on my 2002 2.4, I just added a new exhaust 2.25-2.5 open to the Thrush, vac hose under the front bumper, got the new performance MAF on the way! the tires try to break from 2nd to 3rd
I bought a 2014 Camry se today because of this video.
Thanks for the solid info Scotty you are a Great dude!
I just purchased one too 2014 all grey
Just updated my 2010 to a 2017 with the 2.5 litre, 6 speed automatic. I must say I am impressed, it's solidly built and the audio system is awesome for the base model. Hoping it lasts me a few years.
Where did you find a 2017 with a 6 speed? I cant find one with that transmission
I have a 2014 bought brand new 7 years ago. Coming up on 160,000 miles and not 1 issue with it. Even had the serpentine belt replaced about 20,000 miles back just because it had a lot of miles on it and that still looked brand new. Best car i ever owned!!!!
Hey Scotty had to watch the vid to see why I need a newer used daily driver..
When Scotty isn't fixing cars, he moonlights as a used Toyota salesman.
Watch his older DVs he trashed T last week 😜. Now it's back to Team Toyota 😉. SK likes Honda & Toyota. When they move to 🇵🇪 then watch out!
Scotty's has single handily saved and raised the price of every 94 Celica.
With age comes wisdom. The kind that says I'm tired of fixing all the stupid small crap in the cold under a set of ramps.
gotta admit hes got me sold on that camry lol
Toyota sent him his check this week 😂😂😂
I bought this car when first launched in end 2011. Only oil changes and regular wear & tear parts change such as brake pads. High reliability and still run well.
Really glad I’ve watched your videos for a little while now, because 2 months ago, I found myself shopping around for a nicely used Camry and had to choose between a white 2010 LE model with the exact same 2AR 4cyl/6spd auto power train or a 2012 SE V6. After driving both and looking at numbers, the older one came home with us! The SE was far superior in terms of power and tech, but a $5500 price difference and harsher ride wasn’t worth it. The 2.5 in ours has plenty of pep to get us up to Tahoe and all around Northern Nevada with relative ease.. and with gas prices being jacked up around 35-40 cents more than the national average around here, it’s miserly fuel consumption is greatly appreciated 😂👌 Keep up the great work, Scotty! Your content has more than likely saved your followers millions!!
The last part with the garbage truck and the Chevy 😂😂😂
I have this same car/ model. I love it. Just having an A/C issue 1 year after I had the compressor changed out and the blower replaced. Can’t find a reputable mechanic . To diagnose why it won’t blow cold
watching this makes me glad i got mine! hit 100miles a week ago and the oil still looks clean when doing oil changes!
The best thing about toyotas, is that they have an amazing engine bay design, simple, elegant and easy to work on. This was for me, pretty much the decision making point, when deciding between a civic and a corolla as a first car. When I popped the hood of the civic, it was too cramped. I then bought a 2005 corolla. Best decision ever!
Even the newer toyotas are getting pretty cramped with all the plastic little bits and electronics shoved in there noe a days.
Thanks for sharing that. I am trying to decide between a 2016 Honda CRV or a 2016 Toyota RAV-4. Any suggestions? I think it's going to be the RAV-4. I don't know about those CVT transmissions. I've heard a lot of bad things about them.
Lol "easy " to work on the V6 rear spark plug replacement or rear ignition coil replacement cost a small fortune and is a TOTAL pain in the a$$ and u have to have women hands to get to the alternator and not for the novice mechanic the 4 cylinder on the other hand is great but has a crappy timing belt instead of the bulletproof timing chain on the V6
The civics from the 90s up to about 2005 had plenty of engine bay room. But the catch is, those had timing belts. 06 and up K series engine have timing chain but they are a bit cramped.
@@justsaying4451 Avoid the CRVs with the 1.5L turbo engines. They have a bad problem with gas diluting the oil during cold weather.
Just checked under the hood of my 2014 2AR-FE! Got it at 6,000 mile put 126,000 on it & no engine problems!
Did you have the transmission issue issue?
@@MM-ng5wc It's now at 167,000 changed spark plugs and two ignition coils no transmission issues
Scotty, you've turned me into a practical consumer with all your videos. Everyone needs to think like you. Excellent channel. Honest, practical and very insightful information. Bless you sir.
yes, very good.
That garbage truck line was hilarious 😂 more behind the scenes Scotty please!
I'm sure this has already been posted, but the 2AR-FE first appeared in the 2010 Camry, along with the new 6 speed automatic. I had that engine in my 2011 Camry and Scotty is right, it's bulletproof.
Your comment is almost as old as his video, how is it nowadays though?
As a used 2012 Camry se owned, I love watching mechanics praise the Camry.
YES!, I got lucky and didn't know it. I have a 2011 Camry with the 6 speed. I just looked under the hood and there is the 2AR-FE Sticker.
I've got a 2012 le with the 6 speed and it's had shifting issues from the start. There was a recall on them, but I missed it by a couple weeks.
It shifts fine from first to second, but throughout the rest of the gears it bucks and chatters as if it's slipping if driving normal. Now if you drive it kinda hard, it shifts beautifully. It's a little better if you shift it manually and let the rpms climb higher before shifting.
Toyota said it was a programming issue on the transmission and it required a reflash.
I bought the car used over 3 years ago, and seeing as I missed out on the recall, I can't see paying the outrageous price they want to do the programming on a 12 year old car, so I just drive it kinda hard.
I own this model and after a good while on research, I recommend to buy the 2014.5 model instead. It comes with standard back up camera while 2014 and previous years doesn't. Also 2014 and previous years have issue with transmission lock up something feature that maximise the gas mileage which cause the shudder at city speed and been claimed as can be fix by updating the computer module. (Some car reported to have torque converter has to be replaced)
Vu Le so the low speed shutter is a computer update?
@@brittmounce2949 the problem doesn't seem to be coming from mechanism design but the computer's software on when to shift gears base on speed. So i guess by update to a less aggressive gear hunting code, it solve the issue.
I have a friend who own a '12 model and after the update, the car seem to has more power with less gear switching. But the car gives up some mpg too
Vu Le so as far as you know this isn’t a physical transmission issue?! My brother is a mechanic and he ran the code check and nothing came up so he just changed the spark plugs and fluids. My car has 125000 miles on it and never a problem just this shudder at low rpm’s sometimes?! I’ll keep driving it as is because everything looks good. My 2009 Scion xB did the same thing for 2 months after I used the shift tronic thing once just to pretend I was using a manual. Anyway the shudder disappeared after a few months so my guess is maybe overdrive computer glitch that may fix itself.
@@brittmounce2949 my car is 2014.5 so i never had a chance to experience the issue myself. But base on my research and review from my friend about his '12, the problem does not seem to effect all camry 2012-2014 and if does, it should show symptom at very early mileages.
Your car has well passed 100k miles so i would say the trans would break down already if it's in the blacked list.
And as mentioned in Scotty's other videos, it seems like Toyota is really pushing to meet that mpg regulation with newer models. So unless you gotta has a brand new car every while, it would better keeping the current one until its last days than trade in for a newer that hunt gears every second given the fact that new Camry trans has 8 speeds to switch around with.
Bonus point here, Toyota receiving numerous amount of reports with paint issues so they are setting up to has a repaint program for all super white/pearl color models at no costs. Not sure what is your car color but if it's super white or pearl. Hold on to it. Cheer!
Lol at the garbage truck meme! 😂
Make Sure to replace the transmission fluid and filter on these!!! Bought a 2012 one super cheap because the guy thought the transmission was going out because it stuttered around 30-35mph (car had like 187,000 miles on) replaced both gear oil and filter and drives super smooth
4 cylinder ?
@@bryanfews5295 ye
Cool got the same ,did it already some have said they have torque converter issues ?
@@bryanfews5295 nah fluid was just dirty or filter was starting to get clogged after neglect of maintenance, still running strong
I have 2013 Camry but feels jerking when accelerating between 30-35 mph...dealar said its torque converter issue but suggest keep driving and do not change transmission oil so I am confused. Any suggestion?
I have a 2017 SE with the 4 cylinder 6 speed auto. Bought used. So far so good after a year. 55k on it. Does everything well without drama. Only complaint is local driving miles per gallon is about 22. Expected a little bit better and I drive pretty conservatively. Oh well, as long as it stays reliable I'm good.
2AR-FE rocks, plenty of power, Scotty is right, good economy, 6 speed has enough gears and is reliable. I have the slightly re-styled 2015 Camry, easily the best car I've ever owned!
I just bought a 2014 with this same engine. 78000 miles. 1 owner. I feel very lucky!
Keep up the good work. Respect from Jamaica.
Honda’s alright cramped is better than impossible like those junk german cars
Ya done know king...
FYI 2010-2011 Camry also have the 2.5 2AR-FE engine Scotty.
Yamasaki Honda yup sure do I have 2011 Camry se
Not all of them, I guess only some of the 2011 models have them
@@ruqayyahakinwande787 Maybe the engines were changed in late 2011?
@@ruqayyahakinwande787 No, all 2010 to current have the 2.5...
@@StEpHeNno22 No, all 2010- on have it.. When the Camry was slightly refreshed.
I would say after 2014. Mid late 2014 to 2017. 2012-14's have torque converter issues. Look it up. Was a TSB where they replaced the converter and flashed the computer to shift different. You know you have the newer style, if you have 4 magnet indentions on the trans pan. If you test drive one that didnt have the tsb done. Look for slow shifting (hangs between shifts) and shudder around 40 mph, that goes away when you accelerate or brake.
yup mines does that
"It's harder to push in the snow than it is to pull" - must be true, I've never seen a pack of huskies pushing a sled.
Turkey Bowlwinkle great connection there
😂😂😂
Well Scott said it's true so it must b 🥳
2010 and 2011 has the 2ar-fe too
I just bought a 2010 and ran out, to look at that sticker under my hood. 2AR-FE. "sigh of relief" lol
@@adam_andre Lmaooooo 😂 Me too!
I'm looking at a 2012 Corolla LE that says 2ZR-FE ????
and they also have the 6 speed automatic transmission
I brought the 2014 Camry new and still drive it today, never had any issues, never been happier!
Thank's to Scotty's recommendation, the price of a 2012 Camry has shot up in price world-wide! Good luck trying to find one on sale now! :-)
Yep already tempted to buy it
I have a 2014 and I'm literally getting rid of it next month. It is a perfect car. The best car I've ever had. I'll definitely be looking toward Toyota when I look to purchase another vehicle.
@@DubG9 perfect car but getting rid of it???
@@MikeDunn yes, I'm a PhD student. I live less than a mile from campus, and I'm tired of the car payment. Although, I'm at $4900 left to pay it off, the car has become more of an expense than an asset. I used to live in Houston where a car is necessary, but I'm in Miami now and it's not so necessary. I hate to give the car up but I really cannot think of any other reason to keep it at this time.
@@DubG9 dm me the asking price.
“Oh god it’s a garbage truck I gotta wait now”
* shows picture of Silverado *
🤣🤣🤣
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Shows my neighbors truck lmao
Everyone knows you buy chevy or any similar truck, you'll need sensor reader for abs and airbags and a decent set of wrenches.
john they should just come with the vehicle
@@Jaymac720 true that!
In 2018, I bought a 2012 with 80,000 miles on the odometer that had full dealer maintenance service records. It's May 2021, and I have 183,000 miles on the odometer and the car drives/rides like a brand new Camry off the showroom floor. I'm keeping this Camry till it blows up.
I have a 2012 Toyota Camry SE V6, and no engine/transmission problems, 105k mi...love it!!!👏🏾👏🏾💯💯
Scotty just FYI Toyota used the 2AR-FE engine with 6 speed trans in the Camry from 2012-2017. I have a 2017 with the 2AR and 6 speed transmission and love it. Totally agree with you on the fact that the 2AR is one of the best Toyota engines. Also took your advice and chose a slightly older Camry over the newer ones with the 8 speed trans. I traded a 2012 Camry for my 2017 Camry. Under the hood it's identical to the 2012 I traded.
You're the 3rd person with the 3rd different answer to this question. I've heard 2009 is the first of the 2AR. Then I hear 2010 is the first. Scotty and you seem to imply its 2012. Wish SOMEONE knew FOR SURE.
@@usaman7358 I know the 2AR-FE was in the 2 vehicles I mentioned and it was also used in the 2014 RAV4 as have a relative who has one. I know someone else who owns a 2010 Camry that has the 2AZ-FE engine. The 2AR-FE was even used in at least one of the Scion vehicle models. It was widely used by Toyota and is still one of the most reliable 4 cylinder engines.
I have the same car but it's a 2016. I get 31 mpg in city and up to 43mpg on highway with AC on. My trick = accelerate slowly, use name brand gasoline (not cheap gas at sketchy gas stations), run full synthetic oil (oil changes every 3k using premium oil filter), 4 wheel alignment/ tire rotation/wheel balance every 3k, proper tire pressure, and using PEA Gumout fuel cleaner every two weeks, replace engine air filter between 7-8K miles. These are my results and yours may vary. Happy Motoring!
Keep up the great work, Scotty!
Being driving many of these as Taxis since 2012 and they are super reliable and economical.
Most taxis in Australia are these for good reason as Scotty pointed out -great engine, bullet proof transmission and economical with enough power to satisfy. I would go one step further and say the Hybrid is my favourite as its super quiet and has better fuel economy but the battery pack needs replacing every 250k.
The transmission is definitely better and feels much stronger than the later models. This is definitely the best car second hand car you could buy and Scotty is the first to say it.
what about the torque converter issues ? there was a recall .... nothing about this mentioned from scotty, any experience when driving as taxis?
Fwiw
In 40 years of driving Chevys with V8 motor,
never had any problems w any of them,
my 70 Chevelle SS 396 the timing chain jumped at 60k.
s3xyScorp You'll get plenty of "Boos" on this channel! To much negative talk on GM! More Chevy's on the road lately than ever before!
Just picked up a 2012 LE with all of the upgrade options (has heated leather and moon roof), clear Car Fax, full service records and 78k miles today for $14k
Avoid any automatics with over six speeds.
They 'search' way to much and wear out with all the constant shifting.
Bought a '13 Camry SE last year. Great car for sure.
AMEN ...I OWN A BLACK CAMRY SE SPORT 2014.5 FULLY LOADED N I LOVE IT!!!!!
I have a 2014 Red Toyota Camry 2.5 SE same as your video. A Virgin to shops and mechanics!!! 🤣 🤣🤣 DEFINITELY, best car 🚗 I ever owned. All DIY, Just did my first transmission filter replace and “DRAIN” @ 156,000 miles, all is working and shifting Perfectly. Appreciate all what you do and thanks for all your advices.
I bought a 2012 camry se a few months ago and just found this video. I love my 2012 and agree with scotty 100%.
Any torque converter issue
Almost 300,000 miles, many accidents and still going strong😍
300k miles and many accidents , i think u are the one whos going strong.
You have this same year?
@@pushhard2 yes
@@improbro1124 You're not wrong 😂👍
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I love my 2012 Camry. Bought it at 220k miles and it now has 241k, and it still drives like brand new. I love driving it, just routine maintenance and it runs great. I highly recommend this car
I have the 2014 model with 100500 and I'm super happy I bought it!
Bought my daughter a 2014 so I wouldn’t have to work on it or worry about breakdowns. Not to mention it gets great milage.
Do you use 0w20? And how often do you change the oil and rotate the tires?
@@scottg429 Discount Tire rotates the tires every 5000, and 0w20 Mobil1 every 5000. Oil is always cheaper than repairs.
@@blauer2551 you really change it that often? Even Scotty says 7-10k mile oil changes for synthetic. And the recommended interval for tire rotation is 7500 on my 4Runner, not sure why that would differ with a sedan
@@scottg429 It can’t hurt and it’s easy for me to remember. I have four vehicles to look after and my wife and kids are trained to tell me when every 5 k rolls around. I also work for an oil company.
I am so happy that I own a car that made a good list. I have had this car for 2 years and everything he says I can agree with. I have gotten 37 mpg on the highway with 90+ octane fuel. It drives great and yeah it zips around with no effort
Do you use 0w20? And how often do you change the oil and rotate tires?
Dads 2012 camry finally died on us after 285k miles, it would’ve went to 500k but my dad had never serviced the transmission and never changed the fluid so it ended up going out on us. He says it’s the best car he’s ever bought and though he replaced it with a 2023 accord hybrid he still misses it.