Walkaround of my 5 Speed 00’ Toyota Solara +POV driving

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ม.ค. 2025
  • Just a quick video showcasing a bit of what’s done so far to my Solara
    I know the audio is a little doo doo lol my phone case was making all that noise. Definitely won’t be recording with it on ever again 😂
    Instagram:
    @that_solara

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  • @dragonsKeeper210
    @dragonsKeeper210 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Used to clown people for buying weird cars, but tbh your build grew on me so respect!

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That’s how a lot of folks locally have been 😂🙏🏼

    • @dragonsKeeper210
      @dragonsKeeper210 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drivenbylew3030 lol I am a local, went to NCHS too

    • @dragonsKeeper210
      @dragonsKeeper210 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drivenbylew3030 but on the web, we stay undercover 💀

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dragonsKeeper210 ah so you must’ve seen the progress on my red one lol

    • @Jac735
      @Jac735 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's the thing car enthusiasts should respect all builds regardless if it's not to their standards slow or non slow my car is a slow toyota hatch but I still love it I'd rather have a unique build over an overrated build that just me though

  • @nyl3583
    @nyl3583 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I just bought a '99 v6 se last Friday as my first car. I love the way these things look. Can't wait to drive it

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Nice my 01 was my first, really fun car to have despite what some people think lol

  • @mi777ke777
    @mi777ke777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Super clean Solara man. I'm always glad someone is able to keep one mint like this. Those rubber baffles that link the airbox to the throttle body if you ever have to change them out get the silicone type. They work great and bring a little more color to the engine bay. Keep her running strong. Peace!

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lol yeah they like to split a lot 🤣 on my 3rd set
      Preciate you🙏🏼

  • @WaineRambo
    @WaineRambo 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You really out in time and work to manifest your idea into the physical, tangible machine you will enjoy! Apply that same energy and mindset in whatever you do, success has no choice except to come to you! Love the vid.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you for the words of encouragement🙏🏼

  • @mackiemack9437
    @mackiemack9437 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I had a lowered 99 se w low profile tires on for my first car (dad is a mechanic) and I absolutely regret not keeping it to this day. Love your build- need more people to see how nice this body style is

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice I appreciate it 🤝🏼🤝🏼🤝🏼

  • @vestige3875
    @vestige3875 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    really slick ride my man, saw a Solara today and realized I had never seen one modded which lead me to your channel. looking forward to some more updates in the future, keep up the good work G 🤝

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Much appreciated 🍻 Big things coming soon

  • @shredric3319
    @shredric3319 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You’re an inspiration I think I’m gonna get this as my first car

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Meant to respond to this
      Highly recommend as a first car. My red one taught me a lot about maintenance. Super easy to work on

  • @laster_king303
    @laster_king303 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Got an 2003 solara after high school and was my first car! And it’s still runs great till today! I ain’t gonna lie it has outlived all my other cars lol 😂 but love what you’ve done to yours! I’m looking into doin the same with mine

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice bro believe it or not I got mine senior year 🤣 so far so good lol
      Keep fresh fluid in these cars and they’ll run forever lol
      Thanks tho man it’s pretty easy to accomplish! The main things that distinguish mine are wheels coils and the body kit lol

    • @tonynguyen9728
      @tonynguyen9728 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it good as a daily ? I’m thinking of getting one near my local dealer, it’s a 2001 though

    • @Notebook_diaries
      @Notebook_diaries ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tonynguyen9728 I’m looking at reviews for it also so far I’ve been reading good things the one I’m looking at is a 2001 too funny

    • @tonynguyen9728
      @tonynguyen9728 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Notebook_diaries lmao me too this car looking kinda cool n classic tbh ngl, I’ve heard a bunch of good things about it. The exhaust sound awesome n this thing running good even at over 200k miles 🤣

    • @Notebook_diaries
      @Notebook_diaries ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tonynguyen9728 lmao it does look cool & fr heard they run forever I actually found one that’s a 2005 with fewer miles, I think ima go head & buy it 🤭

  • @WhenItsHalfPastFive
    @WhenItsHalfPastFive 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    best looking Solara I have ever seen

  • @russelljackman1413
    @russelljackman1413 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks way nice, man!
    I have a '99 SE; bought it on a 3 year lease return, back in '02 and I still have it. V-6 auto, 226,000+ by now, and she still runs like a top! It is Champagne Beige, which, depending on the sunlight, is anything from sandy beige to a mauve color. I have loved this car from the beginning! I just picked up an '04 SE from an elderly couple (97 and 94 years old). They were the second owners, having bought it in '05 and they have treated it super nice; it only has 79,000 miles on it and it looks showroom clean. So now, my '99 has a "little sister!" I love Solara's. Like you said, beautiful lines and fairly rare. Congratulations, Brother! Oh, those Enkei's look GREAT! Safe travels!

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks man!🙏🏼 It’s always so nice to find these being taken care of by elderly folks who like to keep the miles low
      My 96’ ES was from an elderly household in Cali and only came with sun damage on the paint. 57k miles and wicked smooth operation, still runs like a champ 30k miles later lol

    • @russelljackman1413
      @russelljackman1413 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are very welcome! I love it!!! Finds like ours are Heaven sent!
      @@drivenbylew3030

  • @the_d00mslayer10
    @the_d00mslayer10 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Getting an 01 SLE V6 next week, you make these cars look so nice. Thanks for the inspiration and love your build!

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice bro you know where to reach me if you ever have questions 🙏🏼 I appreciate it🤙🏼

  • @noseegsb4marriage
    @noseegsb4marriage 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I remember wanting to buy the Solara but I got 2001 IS300 instead, I love the nice build on your Solara :)

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Still a good buy! I appreciate it

    • @noneyabusinesshomie
      @noneyabusinesshomie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Still got that is300? How Low you got it? What size and color rims? What type of paint job and body kit?

    • @iLuvYaDaddyIssues
      @iLuvYaDaddyIssues 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@noneyabusinesshomie forgot to ask for their SSN too 😂

  • @glassman164
    @glassman164 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is hands down the best looking Solara I've ever seen. I had a silver 03 with a navy blue interior. Someone t boned me on the driver's side and totaled it. (Knocked me out). I have a 99 now, same color inside and out. I want to give mine a new smooth paint job like yours. You did an excellent job of building a very beautiful car. I think this first generation Solara is a work of art. 😎

    • @glassman164
      @glassman164 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      By the way, what's the name of that ground effects kit and where can I get it.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you🙏🏼 good luck with yours!

  • @keep_it_low_bro
    @keep_it_low_bro ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I never knew a Solara could look so good, nice ride fam.

  • @BCJDM
    @BCJDM 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Reminds me of a FWD Soarer/SC. I love how these look

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve always said the same thing 🤣🤝🏼

  • @hondasation
    @hondasation 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    As a Honda Boy, this makes me want a Solora now😭😍 this Build is hella unique ‼️

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks fam🙏🏼🙏🏼 stay tuned the turbo build is almost ready

    • @hondasation
      @hondasation 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drivenbylew3030 Ayyye, big snail 🐌💪🏾 ima be looking forward to it my guy ‼️

    • @Jac735
      @Jac735 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@hondasation what honda do you have I was into Hondas too but got into toyotas but mainly older camry or Tercell yaris something not overrated

    • @hondasation
      @hondasation ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jac735 I have a few rn. I have a 5th Gen Prelude, 2 CB7 Accords and a EK hatch. I want more though, but man I've owned sooo many different Hondas
      I like older Toyotas myself too. They don't build anything like the 90s

    • @Jac735
      @Jac735 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @hondasation I only like the Hondas people don't rock like preludes I had a 90 sedan Integra I only like sedan versions and I'm not a fan of the 94 to 01 Integra neither I always wanted a 1st gen 86 to 89 Integra but they are very rare and I was going to get a 88 hatchback accord but my ex friend was jealous didn't want me to get 1 so he didn't want to drive me a decent way with cash on top to get one I had a 97 sedan civic hooked up before sedans became popular and i always wanted to hook up legend coupes or sedans but rare and expensive but yeah that's wassup homie I'm not a big fan of newer civics though and I always wanted a 94 to 97 accord those and preludes got me into honda because I was a toyota guy before me and my mom.shared a 95 camry till I got into an accident

  • @WaineRambo
    @WaineRambo 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you!! This video will and have inspired/motivated many many people. Thank you for the content and keep building bro, you touch wayy more people than what you know trust me!! Keep it up!!

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you I appreciate it 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @nathaliev.3425
    @nathaliev.3425 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This is clean bro and I’ve been wanting a reliable early 2000’s car. This seems perfect. Only thing is, I plan to road trip with it if I do purchase one. Would you say it’s good on vry long hours?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      100%
      Just took my ES300 (same car pretty much different body) on a 1500 mile round trip last week. These cars are great highway cars

    • @Shelfka
      @Shelfka 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have an '07 Solara and have done multiple road trips over 1k in it with no issues. On the highway around 80 it really smooths out and is locked in on rails it feels like. Plus, it's an older Toyota, and older Toyotas tend to run practically forever if you take care of them.

    • @scottoleson1997
      @scottoleson1997 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had an awful one that eventually misfired and had tons of leaks. However, it made it from San Diego to Idaho Falls in 10*F weather, no problem. Thinking about a manual one that’s in my area.

    • @rockstarbrand128
      @rockstarbrand128 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Shelfka have you modded it

  • @Jac735
    @Jac735 ปีที่แล้ว

    Vids like this make me more inspired to hook up my yaris even more i already did a nice job love your build

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you🙏🏼🙏🏼 Good luck with your build

  • @King_Roc_nyc
    @King_Roc_nyc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Damn looks good in that light. Good job bro keep it up

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you🤙🏼🤙🏼 will do for sure

  • @John-b9y4s
    @John-b9y4s 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I did mine in truck bed liner, looks crazy. This is a really good looking solara!

  • @zealousguitar
    @zealousguitar ปีที่แล้ว

    Your car is beautiful man much props how much does it cost to fully customize one like a ruff estimate?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks bro, in all honesty it depends on the route you take
      If I had to estimate how much I put into the car when it was in this stage I’d say maybe around 4k realistically not including the transmission swap or routine maintenance.
      Maybe 4500? A lot of the work I did myself. Mind you I have a couple of the same mods from my old Solara and I’ve had this one for a little over 4 years now

  • @juannuno7134
    @juannuno7134 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love what you did with the Solara!!!! Great job. I still have a 1999 Toyota Solara SLE, but it is rusting out.

  • @mr.paulino9318
    @mr.paulino9318 ปีที่แล้ว

    These are my favorite Toyota Camry's. I also like the pony coupe Camry's that they made. I love your build and would love to take some inspiration from it. I have the white 2001 solara sle.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Toyota really knew what they were doing back then lol they made some dope cars
      I appreciate the support🤙🏼

  • @billbowers268
    @billbowers268 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had a 2001 . Loved that car ! I've been sorry ever since I sold it .

  • @davidsepulveda3004
    @davidsepulveda3004 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Looks so good love the solara content

  • @famouslyinfamous2987
    @famouslyinfamous2987 ปีที่แล้ว

    Getting both my sister’s old solara as my first car, gotta clean it up, thanks for the inspo

  • @noneed4me2n7
    @noneed4me2n7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love my 08 convertible Solara but I wish it had your 5 speed manual instead of the auto. Really nice and props to your install skills on that interior. I have other vehicles and everything costs especially with a family but I wouldn’t mind hunting down a coupe with the v6 and a stick. The paint came out near perfect from the video. Not much a fan of ground effects “usually” but it works for that car for me.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, There are still a few v6 5 speeds floating around for sale out there, I’ve mostly seen them for sale on the east coast

  • @always_trust_all_scientists
    @always_trust_all_scientists 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    its real nice man. I love simple clean looks like this. inside and out. Maybe you did a lot, but it doesnt look like it. It looks like this is how the car should look off the showroom lot.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I appreciate that 🙏🏼 at this point in the build I’ve done something to just about every inch of the car lol

  • @randymcfly1297
    @randymcfly1297 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dope video. Just bought a ‘01 manual se. This gave me a lot of inspiration for what i might do to it

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice! Good catch lol I’ve only ever seen/driven 1 factory 5 speed when I was looking for Solaras after I wrecked my first one

  • @relleck2036
    @relleck2036 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really clean car man, I love these Solara's they're good looking cars when you dress them up. Toyota's are slept on and get a bad rep but they're really really good cars. I got an 01 Camry v6 collectors edition that's in rough shape I'm slowly making mint again. I replaced the carpet with brand new black carpet and got wheels to put on it but want to drop it on coils first but need to replace the whole exhaust first b/c it rotted out lol, but I know it will be worth it b/c a Toyota will outlive you if you treat it right. Love your car and the passion, It inspires me.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks bro, these cars will take just about any beating lol
      Best part is junkyards are full of them so finding replacement parts to make it clean again is really easy

  • @hurilux41
    @hurilux41 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dang! This sounds almost like the JA35 engine from the 2013-17 Honda Accord V6! I'm super stoked!

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks fam I’ve always enjoyed the sound of the 1MZ, with the right setup you can really bring out the undertone in the exhaust note and make it sound smooth
      I had a magnaflow straight through on my old Solara that completely changed how it sounded. Still toying with the idea of different brands for my turbo back exhaust

    • @davej6222
      @davej6222 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drivenbylew3030 where’d you get the exhaust from? It sounds great. I just picked up a 2000 manual v6 supercharged Solara and want to put😅 a nice sounding exhaust on it.

  • @mikealvarez9185
    @mikealvarez9185 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just picked up a SLE 2000 and man Ik love your build your an inspiration

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome congrats and thanks for the support🤙🏼

  • @darksolara6750
    @darksolara6750 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey man beautiful ride as always… At the 27 mark in this video there's some side like rear bumper skirts that go down and hide the muffler… They're on both sides of your vehicle the very back between the back wheel and the trunk… Where did you get those?… I need those badly… Have to hide a not so pretty muffler… Exact same car etc.… Your reply to this would be greatly appreciated if you can't remember maybe point me in the right direction… I appreciate your help looking forward to more videos

    • @darksolara6750
      @darksolara6750 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      FOUND IT! ... 900$$$$& wow..... THANKS FOR GREAT VIDS

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good deal, thanks for the support

  • @itsyaboycisco-2448
    @itsyaboycisco-2448 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really like the growl of your exhaust might do that to me 00sle vert. Just to get that lil growl.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Appreciate that, just a simple muffler delete with resonated tips👍🏼 my recommendation if you just want a bit of growl/rumble without as much volume I’d do magnaflow straight through mufflers
      I had a single exit on my first Solara with a magnaflow muffler and it really brought out the undertone of the exhaust note. Wasn’t that loud but it wasn’t quiet either

  • @vainvoid4469
    @vainvoid4469 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wish mine was a 5 speed☹️. Still though, it’s a surprisingly nice car, I just got mine today. I saw yours on instagram hashtags for the first time, even before I found out you were in the fb group and asked what it sounds like, it’s beautifully kept man.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Welcome to the fam! I appreciate it 🙏🏼

  • @Ztof
    @Ztof ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm going to look at one this week gonna replace my v6 manual Camry

  • @robbiepayne97
    @robbiepayne97 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got an 01 SE 4cyl 2.2 auto about 2 months ago now with 147k, has 148k now…almost base model, only thing it has from base is JBL…it’s in decent shape, no rust and got some cosmetic issues but I love it, got 2 codes for check engine light currently…p0420 and Evap, it did have egr issues but that has been fixed with a bad vsv which is located under the intake manifold, such a bad location…just don’t have any more money to put into it right now but it runs and drives fine and a/c is ice cold…I’d love to get a 3.0 v6 5spd in the future. Nice car tho man

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds like you got yourself a good one, good luck with the EVAP system troubleshooting
      I appreciate it🙏🏼

  • @andyv8957
    @andyv8957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dope ride! Bro I just picked up 2000" SE a couple days ago, need some upgrades for it asap 👍 lol

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome to the fam🙏🏼 Preciate the support

  • @Dabal_R
    @Dabal_R ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks so beautiful...awesome build man

  • @mile0141
    @mile0141 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    cleanest solara build bro

  • @LetsGoECU1
    @LetsGoECU1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That's cool as shit that the dude held onto the car for you bro

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Facts they really came in clutch when they didn’t have to

  • @jefff7219
    @jefff7219 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just got a 2001 sle and I love it. Just did new headlights It needs a new driver fender bc of dent but other than that it’s mint just like yours. Where did you get the bumpers and skirts?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you🙏🏼 I got the body kit from kaminari.com

  • @subrift
    @subrift 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    lol thank you for turning the lights off

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Had to put one of those Mike myke transitions in 🤣

  • @xkomunikate6112
    @xkomunikate6112 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have an ‘02 5sp , white, black int , 69k original miles. All stock , absolutely pristine. Love this car. Looking for rims, maybe 18’s, something black. Can you recommend a brand? Your Solara looks great btw

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds real nice, are you in the SolaraGuy Facebook group? I know Advan makes some pretty cool wheels, enkei as well not just with the RPF1’s lol
      I appreciate it🙏🏼

    • @xkomunikate6112
      @xkomunikate6112 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drivenbylew3030 I’m not in that group. I’ll check it out on FB . Thank you

    • @xkomunikate6112
      @xkomunikate6112 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drivenbylew3030 just joined . Posted an ‘02 white Solara

  • @happy777abc
    @happy777abc 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    2002 Solara here. 200k. Drives great. Had it since 2012.

  • @MKnycli
    @MKnycli ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks amazing man. Are those stock headlights and tail lights? Cant seem to find any nice aftermarket style lights. Getting my dad's 2006 Solara V6 convertible in 2 weeks.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks bro, they’re stock but I painted the housings on the headlights and turn signals. Best of luck to you!

  • @EVANPARLAN
    @EVANPARLAN 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro, sick ass build what is the name of the body kit you have I couldn't hear it to well thank you!

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks bro, it’s the kaminari 7 piece lip kit still available on their website kaminari.com

  • @ComedicAlert101
    @ComedicAlert101 ปีที่แล้ว

    absolutely really cool for me who's about to get a Solara

  • @ryanjaramillo668
    @ryanjaramillo668 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a 2002 and I been starting to build it and seeing this video makes me wanna do it more

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hell yeah!

    • @ryanjaramillo668
      @ryanjaramillo668 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where did you find your transmission? Cuz I’m trying to manual swap mine to

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ryanjaramillo668 car-part.com

  • @Lendercl
    @Lendercl 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    just bought a 99 SLE as my first car yesterday and im devastated, barely got it home and the motor completely gave out on me. misfiring like crazy and it sounds like it seized.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      DM me on IG @ that_solara I don’t get notifications for replies here

  • @thabitpulak
    @thabitpulak 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks nice bro! Love these Solaras.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, you and me both🙏🏼🙏🏼

    • @jaycris1980
      @jaycris1980 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drivenbylew3030 first gen are the best looking ones. I have the second gen and they look more of a executive sports cars on the older man side lol!

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaycris1980 they’re the best though I may be a little biased 🤣 I’ve seen some pretty good looking second Gen Lara’s but that casual late 90’s design will always be top tier for me

  • @emiliobravo3336
    @emiliobravo3336 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wao nice job .
    I just picked up a nice 1/4 million miles solara. Runs like a champs ( Toyota) .
    Few dings & dents for my 15 year old son.
    I’m looking for some chip & inexpensive ideas.
    No mechanical issues
    Thank you for posting

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awesome find these things run forever💪🏼

  • @darksolara6750
    @darksolara6750 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great ride… I'm just curious what coilovers brand did you go with and as far as pros and cons problems etc. what probs did you come across with?… Thanks for your response

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks man I have a set of Ksports but they are the older models with adjustable camber plates. I’ve been told the ones they sell now don’t have adjustable camber plates. They’re great though I’ve been rolling on them since 2018 and have just been doing annual maintenance on them keeping them greased

  • @fty-ys4ni
    @fty-ys4ni 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’ve got a black ‘99 SLE with 165k on the clock. Tan interior. I got it when it was about 95k. Still going strong. Just some routine maintenance and an emissions code that I needed to fix. I didn’t realize people were out there making builds on Solara’s. It definitely looks nice. Did you level it or do anything with the suspension?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      lol you’d be surprised how many Solara builds are out there
      It’s on Ksport coils

    • @fty-ys4ni
      @fty-ys4ni 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@drivenbylew3030 I'm obsessed with keeping mine looking new/factory. A paint correction is next on my list. I won't be doing any visual modifications but I'm due to rebuild the front suspension soon and I wouldn't mind dropping the rear about an inch. You have the ksport coils on all 4 wheels?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I do but they’re the old Gen models with camber plates. New ones apparently dont come with them

  • @cadenkillgore6244
    @cadenkillgore6244 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What wheel+tire sizes are you running? The fitment looks great! I’m looking to get wheels that look something Volk Te37’s and I definitely want wider tires too.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice! They’re 18x8 +35 on 225/40’s no spacers

  • @alexjules5773
    @alexjules5773 ปีที่แล้ว

    This car is goals!!!

  • @TRDjuli
    @TRDjuli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Makes me want to walk around my supercharged Solara

  • @CoffeeBeatsAndConversations
    @CoffeeBeatsAndConversations 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yoooo…. I knew I recognized that Solara. I follow you on the gram…. I got a 2002 Solara…. And your instagram pictures inspired me to start making small changes to mine.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hell yeah bro I appreciate the support! What all you got planned for yours?

  • @dylonabubo7513
    @dylonabubo7513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful.

  • @mekanik4597
    @mekanik4597 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sick car man! I just recently bought a 2001 Solara SLE and I love it. I was thinking about getting it manual swapped, how much did the shop charge you to do yours?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks🍻 In total about 4k in labor
      But honestly it’s an easy enough job to DIY I just didn’t know at the time. Pretty much everything bolts right up except for the clutch pedal you gotta drill holes but that’s it
      Another problem is finding a shop that will do it. I know someone personally in Cali that can do it

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I also know somebody with a complete transmission swap for sale

    • @mekanik4597
      @mekanik4597 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drivenbylew3030 Really? I am in Canada so I don't know if they'd be willing to ship it all the way out here. But just out of curiosity how much did they want for it?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mekanik4597 not sure exactly, but if you DM me on Instagram @that_solara, I’ll send you his info

  • @eduardoordaz397
    @eduardoordaz397 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    where you get the body? I’ve been wanting to put body but don’t know where to buy.. 😢

  • @angeldiaz-gv8uk
    @angeldiaz-gv8uk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How did you die the fake wood trim that thing looks berserk.I love your car God bless.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks fam it’s easy to pop it out of the dash if you’re careful but it’ll break the tabs if you get it off the door panels. Took them all off and painted them. Door panel trim was reinstalled with super heavy duty double side tape to make up for the tabs being broken
      If you decide to follow the same route be super careful while pulling them off as they will definitely snap in half if you’re too rough with them

  • @anndale1118
    @anndale1118 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can pick one up from my neighbour across the street it’s an 2000 I love the car expect that this one is gold but it has like 160KM (Canadian mileage) he says he’ll give it to me for 2000$ what do you guys think? , Is that a a grabber? Btw sick Solara man 😍

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Depends on the condition. Doesn’t sound like a bad deal in todays market though
      I bought mine for $3500 in 2019 with 87k miles on it

  • @benkuhns230
    @benkuhns230 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lew this is Charles where'd you get the wheels ?

  • @AlizadeStewart
    @AlizadeStewart 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    clean bro definitely on my list for a first car

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s a good one to have, my 01 was my first 🙏🏼

  • @eddiecardenas6535
    @eddiecardenas6535 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When did you post / make this clip,turbo in yet

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This was from January 2022 check out the rest of my channel you’ll see lol

  • @jeremyunger4140
    @jeremyunger4140 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about the shift boot? I heard the car burned while the guy was taking a shit?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That new one you shipped me looked way better than my old torn up one 🤣

  • @sharkyboi6595
    @sharkyboi6595 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just got the same car and im looking for ways to modify it.

  • @jaycris1980
    @jaycris1980 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the best sports cars toyota ever made. Too bad they no longer make them.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I just wish they would’ve came RWD with a 2j lol
      They’d probably be legend cars if they were

    • @thebehzat
      @thebehzat 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drivenbylew3030 What about the Lexus SC300, close enough?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thebehzat I will say the Solara has fairly similar body lines on the hood and rear quarter panels and 1MZ’s are basically a bent in half 2JZGE lol so I guess
      But I really feel like the first Gen Solara would’ve won more hearts with a different power train. Just like the 01 Monte Carlo, if they didn’t throw in that 38 series I bet it would’ve been more popular

  • @augustineowusu2175
    @augustineowusu2175 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where do you get those front lip and rear

  • @nickaa827
    @nickaa827 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just curious, what was the reason for sticking with the auto ecu?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      As far as I’m aware there’s no difference
      Engine management is still the same, the TCM did all the work for the shifting. ECU just monitors and manages ignition and sensors lol

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Also, if I swapped ECUs I’d need to swap ignition and keys as well, otherwise the anti theft wouldn’t let the car start. Ignition and ecu are a married pair

  • @Hypnodog_
    @Hypnodog_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks clean!

  • @alexjules5773
    @alexjules5773 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey did you get the coilovers before you changed the wheels or at the same time?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว

      I suggest wheels first so you can roll your fenders and have a basic idea of what your fitment will be like. I bought my coilovers about 6 months after I bought my first set of wheels for my first Solara

  • @iron_junkie89.30
    @iron_junkie89.30 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you still have the tan interior? I will buy it

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry bro it’s been a little over 3 years since I did the swap I let go of that interior a couple months after
      Are you swapping from black to tan? Cause there’s somebody in the SolaraGuy group on Facebook trying to trade his tan interior for a black one

    • @iron_junkie89.30
      @iron_junkie89.30 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drivenbylew3030 I bought a convertible with tan leather but the seats are destroyed so I’m looking for new seats front and back if you know anybody. There

  • @Powersproductions130
    @Powersproductions130 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just bought a 2000 V6 SLE a couple months ago and would love to do the manual swap. Was it pretty expensive to do?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Depends on how you go about it. DIY with a parts car might run you a couple G’s. A shop will charge like 4-6k but you’re gonna need a parts car. Sourcing each part individually at this point is next to impossible

  • @hitek9too255
    @hitek9too255 ปีที่แล้ว

    Solara goes hard kid!

  • @christiankuch19
    @christiankuch19 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a 00' solara for my first car, i'm now 17, been driving this car for a year, and all my friends have been modifying their cars and i'm just getting into it. I bought a graphics kit for my solara but the rear bumper for the kit has been discontinued, so I only bought the side skirts and front bumper and been looking for a rear bumper forever. Where did you find the diffusers for your rear bumper??

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice bro, I made the diffuser custom
      The whole lip kit is from kaminari.com

  • @TylerDeLong237s
    @TylerDeLong237s 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the same car how much did it cost you to manual swap the car.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Depends on how you go about it
      Spent about 1500 give or take on parts because I bought a donor car. If you buy things piece by piece it’ll be more expensive though
      Shop labor put the total job around 4k but I could’ve and should’ve done it myself. Didn’t have the resources at the time lol

  • @weishenfromsleepingdogs
    @weishenfromsleepingdogs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice car dude. I have a 2001 3.0 5spd as my daily. These cars are pretty quick when the vvti engages, im sure the opened up exhaust helps.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I appreciate it and lol Yeah they’re surprisingly quick cars from the factory

  • @dpjcuh4242
    @dpjcuh4242 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey man what exhaust is it specifically I'de like to get something like that for mine but I can not find anything like that around.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It was custom, just chopped off the muffler and put on a Y pipe with resonated tips

  • @gaviingames
    @gaviingames 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got an all white 2000 where do u recommend picking up parts at? Looking to build mine some what like yours…

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice, a lot of the parts I get for mine usually come from junkyards. Custom stuff is easy to find in the SolaraGuy group on Facebook as well. A lot of little things I get straight from the dealer

  • @Goudastackin_never.lackin
    @Goudastackin_never.lackin 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where do I start, I don’t know where to get any of the parts. What sites can I trust

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wheels coilovers and the kaminari kit are the “big 3” for these cars

  • @SMINEM666
    @SMINEM666 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    cleanest solara bro

  • @kaosaefong2270
    @kaosaefong2270 ปีที่แล้ว

    Real..." cleeeaaannnn..." 😃👍

  • @andrewsanchez2219
    @andrewsanchez2219 ปีที่แล้ว

    How difficult was the manual swap

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mostly plug n play, only had to drill holes to mount the clutch pedal

  • @rickolivasone4790
    @rickolivasone4790 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I know its been a couple of years of this video. But what coilovers are you running on the solara? And how you managed to get the front low enough.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      They’re ksports but the previous generation. And they have eibach springs which are a bit shorter than the Ksport springs. It all depends on the brand. A lot of folks like to cheap out with MXR but don’t realize cheaper brands like that won’t get you as low without maxing out the preload and having a terrible ride plus reduced performance

    • @rickolivasone4790
      @rickolivasone4790 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@drivenbylew3030 i get you. I picked up a 2000 4cyl 5 speed for $800 here in cali and I did cheeped out on the coilovers since I wasn't gonna keep. But now the car has grown on me and well I have started something.
      Lol.

  • @Mr-Clark
    @Mr-Clark 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice ride man. I have an 05 4 cylinder automatic. It was the wife's car. She got a Lexus suv and I decided to drive it since it was a wonderful car.
    They're very nice sleek looking car. Having a 4 banger automatic, mine is quite slow. But I don't care. It's a great cruiser/commuter and gets good mileage. Only thing I've done to mine are put 18s 245/40s and altered the handling quite well without being quite harsh.
    All I've done to mine is replace the dog bone engine mount. That's it. My other Toyotas have had some minor work done. Starter, alternator, valve cover gasket... etc. The Solara... virgin engine after 17 years. I plan to keep it until the wheels fall off. Solaras can pass for a Lexus if you just put a badge on.

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice! I’ve got an old ES300 to go along with mine

  • @kolestudios911
    @kolestudios911 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got an 07 solara not as nice as the 99 but I love her still in good as shape

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve seen some pretty nice 2nd gens out there 💪🏼

  • @ciscoj2670
    @ciscoj2670 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where did you get the body kit from bro ?

  • @King_Roc_nyc
    @King_Roc_nyc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Car sounds great

  • @edros221
    @edros221 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful

  • @edsmng913
    @edsmng913 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Your coilovers are for a camry?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes 97-01
      Practically everything suspension wise that you can find for these cars is gonna be made “for a Camry” but the Solara has the same setup

  • @datsunmadman
    @datsunmadman 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Sweet ride

  • @connoralexander7383
    @connoralexander7383 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where’d you get the body kit?

  • @ratoncito017
    @ratoncito017 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Minute 16:36😂

  • @lvazq211
    @lvazq211 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Got a link to the body kit?

  • @markcatanzaro9699
    @markcatanzaro9699 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job dude!

  • @joshhobbs2618
    @joshhobbs2618 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    PLEASE MAKE A MANUAL SWAP VIDEO!! I have a 99 I’m manual swapping

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol I would’ve if I had the channel at the time, it’s pretty simple though especially if you have a donor car. Almost all plug n play

    • @joshhobbs2618
      @joshhobbs2618 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drivenbylew3030 would you mind telling me what tranny you used?

    • @drivenbylew3030
      @drivenbylew3030  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@joshhobbs2618 E153
      I used a donor Solara and swapped over the parts

  • @nightmare10939
    @nightmare10939 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where you get that body kit