My aunt has owned nothing but a Toyota Avalon since they came out. She had a 98, 01, 06, 12' and now has a 18'. I asked her what her next car was gonna be since they discontinued them and she was like "Well, I guess I'll either finally get a Lexus or this Avalon will be my last car." She's 72 now.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Respect!!

One major problem with my 2012 Toyota Avalon is… It still feels and drive like new after over 100,000km of driving in Canada so I have no excuse to purchase a new car. 😂

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

That's Toyota quality for ya!!

@CesarPerez-ul5eq

11 ай бұрын

I wonder if this is better than Carry, corolla or any others toyota sedan ?

@papap1186

11 ай бұрын

​@@CesarPerez-ul5eq far better.

@issavibez394

7 ай бұрын

​@@CesarPerez-ul5eq Camry suck compared to these lol toyota messed up on camrys engineering many countless times

@nozimhasanov3056

3 ай бұрын

mine is over 150k miles and its in perfect condition …

I have a 2012 limited with 22k miles. I absolutely love driving it. It has more features than most newer cars.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Woww thats low mileage!! Sweeeet!

@Elijah-fc3ex

Жыл бұрын

damn, that's a hidden gem... enjoy

@bandz7885

Жыл бұрын

If you could do it over would you pick this same car or would you get a 13 and up??

@yammmit

5 ай бұрын

@@bandz7885I like the look better of the ‘13-18 body styles. I recently just picked up an ‘18 myself with 64k miles. Although it has struggled a little bit with some deep snow, I love driving it

@frankmontez6853

4 ай бұрын

That’s what I want to get around that year. Super great leather interior with 268 hp V6

I own a 2012 Limited Avalon. I have been driving it for over 5 years and I LOVE IT !! The best car I have ever owned. There is only one thing about it I don't understand....For a luxury car like this Toyota did not make provision for securing your belongings in a valet situation? There is just no way to hand your vehicle over to a Valet without giving him/her full access to the whole car. I use to own a 1994 Acura Legend and I could lock my things in the glove box and/or the trunk, give the valet the "valet" key and my private property remained private. That's the way it should be with a luxury car. At times I miss that feature.

Purchased one 2 months ago with 63 thousand miles and runs perfect. I have been getting around 27mpgs combine no complaints, love it so far

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Thats awesome!!

An excellent car thus far. I purchased a 2011Toyota Avalon (basic model) 2 months ago with 97,000 miles. 2 months later it’s still driving fine. I put 650 miles on it thus far. My CpA told me he drove an Avalon years ago and said that I should expect to get another 100,000 miles on it with proper maintenance.👍😀

@BernonCars

5 ай бұрын

Nice! Yes it'll last a long long time!

This review was so helpful and well thought out; thank you!

@BernonCars

11 ай бұрын

Im happy it was helpful!!

It’s the new balance dad shoes of cars. It looks like a reliable, humble, predictable, boring, comfortable car. If the crown Victoria was Japanese. This gen is the best looking of all Avalon, this look didn’t last long so it’s kinda rare. Toyota were criticized for looking too conservative, now Toyotas look like what a boomer thinks young people like. People want to look flashy now, while boomers tend to want to hide their wealth. Only thing I wish it could do is fold rear seats to access the big trunk to fit bikes in. But it’s not a outdoor utility vehicle but a cruiser, probably the most comfortable car to ride across many states.

I love my 2005 Avalon…bought it brand new 18 years ago. It currently has 260,000 miles on it and drives better than new cars on the road today! Car has been extremely reliable and 9:24 comfortable. I had to replace the water pump about a year ago and replaced the serpentine belt while I was at it. The car is so quiet at idle you can barely hear it running…. I plan on keeping it to see just how far it will last…love love love my Avalon!!!

@BernonCars

10 ай бұрын

Cheers!!

Absolutely Great review.....Thanks keep it up!!!!

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

My mom had a 2008 Avalon. Best car for long car rides, smooth ride and comfortable seats. Loved the car so much. It was totaled 2 years ago so we don’t have it anymore. I am looking for my first car and trying to find an Avalon.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Nice!! Would be a dapper first car

@maddmaxx14

11 ай бұрын

Had an 08 Avalon traded it for the 2013 gs350 low-key wish I went for this 2011-2012 model better guess and still great power.

My 2011 has 134,00 miles since I drive from the show room. It’s the best car I ever purchased . I can’t trade it in. It feels and looks as good as it did in 2011. If you find a used one - get it. You won’t be sorry.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Yeah definitely keep it!

@inevitableexpertise1016

8 ай бұрын

Even with 120,000 ???

I have a 2011 Avalon base 77 thousand miles light gray runs really great love it.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Nice!!

FYI, Price includes Tax, Tags, shipping and a warranty. Expensive, yes, but worth it for this near perfect example.

I totally agree with you BUT your friend got taken for a ride . Yes it had low miles when he bought it But still the car is over 10 years old. At the price that he paid for it they could have at least gave him 4 brand new tires And some other little extras. Only good thing about this deal was it wasn't a CVT transmission And the engine is second to none. I think if he kept it for 5 years he could turn around and sell it for at least $10,000 provided that the mileage is very attractive to a buyer.

Another great video!

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Ben!

You nailed it. My mom had oldsmobile 88s from the 70s until the brand ended. 08 Avalln was the first Japanese car she ever bought. Went all over the country, did all the retired grandma stuff times a million. And she loved it for all those reasons. Great review

@BernonCars

10 ай бұрын

Nice!! Yeah they’re so good. Thanks for watching!

@klwthe3rd

7 ай бұрын

I miss the Oldsmobile Delta 88's alot. We owned many of them too. Amazingly awesome cars.

I bought a 2005 Avalon limited ( same generation as this, no refresh) as a second car for my 2013 BMW 550i. Absolutely love it and ended up selling the BMW to exclusively use this as a daily driver. Mine has all modern amenities and has held up wonderfully! I also don’t have staggering maintenance bills that I had with BMW products…..one of the hidden gems in the used car universe

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Damn nice! Must be nice not having to deal with the extra nonsense too haha

@jvelazque005

Жыл бұрын

Do you think it's fast

@viktorwarhola1525

Жыл бұрын

@@jvelazque005 straight line highway passing power is good, 30-60mph very good, handling dynamics are very sloppy compared to the BMW but this is a highway cruiser not designed for sporty driving to begin with

Excellent review. I had a third gen Avalon. Loved it.

@BernonCars

Ай бұрын

Nice!! Im glad you enjoyed!

@nfscooterguy

Ай бұрын

@@BernonCars I agree with everything you had to say about the car. Mine was purchased second hand as a winter car. Drove it 6 years. It had 230,000 kms when I sold it. We needed something smaller and more fuel efficient for city driving - replaced it with a Prius C. Not as comfy, powerful, luxurious or smooth as the Av … but it’s crazily fuel efficient and better suited to our current needs.

The biggest competition to the Avalon was the Lexus ES350. It lost, though.

Great Avalon history. An in law has a 2001 with just over 100k miles. We hope to feature it on the channel after some detailing.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Those are so nice too!

I got myself the 2011 Avalon in April 2023 and changed the tire size from 55 to 65 after increasing the shocks to 1-inch each due to nasty roads in Nigeria. This is a heavy luxurious car with powerful movement, but never fuel efficiency.

@olaoluwaanthonyegunjobi1217

Жыл бұрын

Wow! Am considering getting one for myself. Pls like how much can I get the 2011 model pls?

@TrustTDaddi

Жыл бұрын

@olaoluwaanthonyegunjobi1217 6 million, depending on the mileage.

@adedejiadesope8239

4 күн бұрын

Will like to connect with you. I'm a Nigerian and I am currently using my second Avalon, 2011 model.

Great vid

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

nice review

@BernonCars

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

I drive an '08 touring model and absolutely love it. bought it two years ago for $6000 with 68,000 miles on it. Has a rebuilt title from a paring lot accident to the left back door but repair was pretty clean. I've put almost 50,000 miles on it in two and a half years with only having to is regular oil changes and a set of tires

@BernonCars

4 ай бұрын

Nice!! That's Toyota for ya

I see old toyota, I click

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Yessss

Well done review. A couple features that appear in the limited version that were not touched upon in this video are (1) a sport mode for shifting manually and (2) drivers seat leg support, which extends the depth of the seat from back to knees. If manipulated right, the sport mode can bring the 0 - 60 down to 6 seconds, and maybe into the upper 5 second range. The driver's seat extender is awesome for long drives, as it provides more thigh support - improving circulation. The Limited has both a telescoping and tilting steering wheel, although these are separate controls and both are mechanical rather than electronic. The 2011 - 2012 Avalon is a gem among cars, especially in terms of long-term reliability. I sort of hate that the secret is getting out, as I often think about getting a second one.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Good to know!

@mrBILL-sr2cu

10 ай бұрын

That seat extender is a game changer!

Good review.

@BernonCars

8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Wow, I got lucky. I bought a 2011 Avalon two years ago for only $7300. It now has over 200k miles but it runs fabulous! I like it so much that I will be seeking another in the future!

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Wow what a steal!!

@jvelazque005

Жыл бұрын

Nah man try a loaded camry v6 you'll love it too

@jvelazque005

Жыл бұрын

Avalons are cool but they are boats

@fisephalnoxt

4 ай бұрын

@@jvelazque005 explain?

@michael.barlow

3 ай бұрын

​@@fisephalnoxtHandling, turning angle, road feel, it's a boat. It's not like a smaller car with more responsive turning and road feel. However I have a 2010 I bought with 69k on it and I'm just under 97,000 right now and I have zero regrets it's such a comfortable ride. I do miss my 5 speed Toyota Camry but that thing didn't even have air conditioning

We bought 3 Toyota Avalon,cos its rated with best safety features ,v6 and great handling

I recently purchased a 2012 base Avalon with 115,000 miles for $10k and omg it’s absolutely beautiful. I don’t want another car lol!

@BernonCars

8 ай бұрын

Nice!!

@grizzy909

Ай бұрын

Does it have a back up camera?

@frankcicero4444

3 күн бұрын

I think that was an excellent deal may I ask in what state ?

Ita a Avalon they never die.

I love these cars I've had my 2012 for 5 years she's got 230k on her and still is so smooth!

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Nice!!

I just pic up a 2009 XLS and I use to sell Toyota’s and had a Demo of this car and I love it then too it’s very smooth and refined as a high quality Toyota the way Should be I have had many Toyotas in my life and I have never had a complaint about them I had a Toyota Celica with 450000 miles and it still ran quietly❤ 😃

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Beautiful car. They’re so great!

Got a 2010 with 70k miles I absolutely love it best car I’ve ever owned it’s in mint condition and it’s the top of its trim

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Enjoy it!!

Totally agree... I have a 2008 Limited with 68,000 miles and a 2022 Limited. I much prefer driving the 2008 over the 2022!

@issavibez394

7 ай бұрын

These ones are better they r more lexus like luxury the new ones are way tooo much toyota like

@issavibez394

7 ай бұрын

These ones are better they r more lexus like luxury the new ones are way tooo much toyota like

@AJ88874

2 ай бұрын

Happened to Lexus LS too..I have an 08 LS and it feels smoother than the new LS

I've always liked these facelift versions. If you look hard enough, you can find one with the dark red bordeaux interior. This was up there on my list to consider, but I ended up with a 2010 S80 V8 Executive that I love...and I think I prefer it to these Avalons.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

I agree with you on the S80.. especially because of the V8. Loved it in my XC90

@klwthe3rd

7 ай бұрын

Yes that rare interior is a stunner. Very few were manufactured in that dark red bordeaux color and i have to agree it's a stunning interior choice.

@issavibez394

7 ай бұрын

Camry suck compared to these lol toyota messed up on camrys engineering many countless timesThese ones are better they r more lexus like luxury the new ones are way tooo much toyota like

Nice video

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I just bought a 2009 with 37K miles at $10K. It's mint and drives like a dream.

@BernonCars

10 ай бұрын

Nice!

Those years are going for $16k with similar miles. You confirmed that the 2011 even in base has Bluetooth audio so I'm searching for right now.

IMO, the ultimate Avalon is the hybrid. It gets over 40mpg no matter where or how you drive it, but it's still dead solid reliable and incredibly comfortable. It's not fast, but honestly How fast can you actually drive in day to day traffic and commutes? The hybrid comes into it's element in that sort of driving too, it will still get 40+ even if you're sitting in bumper to bumper traffic, which torpedoes the MPG of anything else.

I bought an 2012 Avalon base trim I have like 127k mileage love my car

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Nice enjoy it!

I was looking for one of these a as a first car in 2020, couldn't find one at all and got an 8th gen Accord V6. I still like the look of these for sure and the cabin noise sounds much more quiet than my Accord and overall has a more luxurious feel.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Damn yeah. Huuuge difference from the Accord!

@sleveille44

Жыл бұрын

@@BernonCars Scotty Just made a vid on one of these too 😭 Prices are def goin up

@jvelazque005

Жыл бұрын

The accord v6 is much faster

@maddmaxx14

11 ай бұрын

​@@jvelazque005not really off the line but the avalon will overtake it with the power band from 2nd to 4th

I enjoyed your video. I just picked up a 2011 Limited with 90,000 miles. I’m considering doing a transmission drain and refill along with a filter change. I’m thinking since I’m at 90,000 miles, it would still be okay to do a transmission service.

@BernonCars

6 ай бұрын

Thank you! Nice, that’s a peach! I think it woule be fine to do a drain and fill, but probably not a flush.

I have an ‘07 and I love it but I think it may be time to get a truck sadly. I don’t know whether I should sell for the extra cash or just keep it as a spare. Such a phenomenal car. She’s at 190k now.

@BernonCars

14 күн бұрын

You should keep it! She'll give you no real reason to sell

Because they're so well made and also made in Japan!

I love my 2010 Avalon Limited so much. I prefer the pre-facelift version because I love the clean look with the screen off and radio and map controls covered. I use my phone for maps and aux anyway. I definitely recommend getting one with the 6 speed (08-12). 09 was the year where VSC became standard which you definitely want in a car like this. If you absolutely can't live without a backup camera, you can get it on the 2011 model. For me, the parking sensors with blind spot mirrors work well with enough practice. I reverse park into nearly every parking space so getting out is way safer. The Limited is definitely worth it and the cooled seats actually work. I love the rear sunshade as well as the temp controls on the steering wheel. My Avalon is the perfect highway car that still takes regular gas. It's comfortable, quiet, smooth, and gets about 23-26 mpg. It revs super low most of the time (1k-2k RPM) but when you put your foot down to pass or speed up, the torque pulls strongly and it is surprisingly fast for the size and weight. It is definitely worth waiting around for a pristine example. If you do buy one, please replace the two piece lug nuts with the one piece lugs from Japan. The two piece ones from American-made Toyotas/Lexuses can have the outer lug cap swell and warp which makes the wheels difficult to get off in the event of a flat. Save yourself that nightmare by switching to the one piece lugs as soon as possible. It only cost me about $25 for a full set. As long as you keep the transmission fluid fresh, you should have no problem reaching 300k+ mies with basic maintenance. I've seen some in the 400k+ range. Hopefully this advice was helpful to some of you. Have a wonderful day.

@BernonCars

7 ай бұрын

Nice! I appreciate the notes!!

@bloodlily314

7 ай бұрын

​@@BernonCarsThank you! I made a slight correction to include the 2012 model year.

@user-zd3qt5un5t

7 ай бұрын

Great advice I just bought 2012 limited edition 77k miles one owner elderly couple they told me since they bought they never changed transmission fluid I’m at 77k I’m thinking to do a drain and refill ? Thank you

@bloodlily314

7 ай бұрын

@@user-zd3qt5un5t You should definitely drain and refill the transmission fluid. I did that shortly after I bought it even though it was done in 2020. I wanted to make sure everything was fresh. When I drained it, it was a darker color but not fully bad considering we did it early. I definitely would recommend doing it ASAP. I also changed the gasket on the transmission pan. You have to have it lifted but perfectly level, so I recommend driving up ramps and then jacking the back wheels up. Mine is the pre-refresh so I'm not sure if you have to do this but in order to remove some of the bolts on the pan, we had to jack part of the car up an inch or two and then put a socket to fill that gap. I don't remember exactly which part that was but I will edit this comment if I find it. I definitely recommend doing the gasket on top of the drain and fill. For future flushes, you can probably get away without a new gasket. My last car was a Nissan that died from CVT problems so I went the extra mile to make sure I wouldn't be in that position again. Good luck! I hope you enjoy the car.

@user-zd3qt5un5t

7 ай бұрын

@@bloodlily314 how about doing it without a lift on the flat surface ground

Got my 2012 avalon yes they switched the navigation for the 6 disc but bought me a new unit,I put drive shafts on it with brakes and at$14,900 with 76000 miles it's beast and dodges hate it because it is fast😄

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Haha nice

I was looking for a 3rd Gen Avalon when I found and bought a 2011 ES 350. Obviously they are the same car mechanically and in some cases the Avalon has options that you couldn't get on the ES like reclining rear seats. Either car is a great or option for someone who wants a smooth and reliable ride.

@BernonCars

8 ай бұрын

Interesting cross shop! I like those ES’s. Very silky smooth indeed

2016 Toyota Avalon got it after high school graduation in 16 till this day at 97,000mi no issues hope to make it too 300,000mi

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Nice!!

The 2011 and 2012 refreshed 3rd gen Avalon is the best looking and most comfortable of all the Avalons in my opinion. The only negative thing i can say is they should have kept the column shift/bench seat option which makes the car a true 6 passenger car. The center console takes up alot of room and i personally prefer the bench seat configuration myself. Also, this car in dark burgandy or the medium green is a true looker.

@BernonCars

7 ай бұрын

I agree! That would be great.

Hey Bern!

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Hey!

What do you think about the 2nd GEN 2000-2004. Im looking at one tomorrow (2000) XL with 52,900 original miles. Its mint and I love it already. Currently have a 97’ celica 1.8 hatch. Want something a little bigger. Wanted a Tacoma but cant spend that much

@BernonCars

10 ай бұрын

Those are great! Reliable and so comfy

2005 xls has 280hp

We have a 2010 Toyota Avalon limited with 102k miles we got a week ago and literarily we absolutely love it so smooth and comfortable best car to get and to surrender our 2019 gmc terrain denali where we were paying 760 a month our Avalon is so much better

@BernonCars

9 ай бұрын

My goodness, yeah good call getting out of the Terrain. The Avalon is great!

Amazing cars, I just purchased a one owner 2010 Toyota Avalon for $7900.00 and its only the XL. No leather seats and Im actually happy as they are so comfortable. No sunroof or any other add ons but I never use those. I will change the boring 16 inch XL rims with nicer 17 inch avalon rims. I paid a little more for the car but prices are still expensive but Im very glad I found one in this condition.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

That’d be nice! Enjoy it!

I’m looking at possibly getting one a 12-14 limited edition for $7-9 k . The mileage I’ve seen on these is under a 100 K miles to 170 K miles

@BernonCars

3 ай бұрын

Not bad! They'll run forever so no problem

Nice video, wish we can communicate to see how i can purchase one

Avalons are great cars in terms of reliability and comfort. The only thing, they are often associated with "old geezer" owners. Earlier year models had a steering column stick shift.

@BernonCars

10 ай бұрын

I love the column shift!

Got a 2012 Avalon end of January. 43.6k miles when I first started looking in December was $17k. By time I finalized deal I got it for $13k. Now has $49k miles. I was a dealership girl and I’m new to Toyota. If anyone has info on maintenance or upgrades please send it my way.

@BernonCars

10 ай бұрын

That’s a good deal!

I have a 97 Avalon and is lake 223

dang 20k? that’s how much i got my 2015 xle premium with 36,000 miles one owner…

I want a new Avalon a have a gen 2 2004 Avalon XLS

Good review. I think your gas hand might be fucked/glitch , because it’s an 18.5 gallon tank. My brother is got da same 1.

Would someone 6'4" fit in this car better than a camry (which i do not fit in).

@BernonCars

5 ай бұрын

I believe so! Its not muuch bigger but you’d have a better chance

I have the 2012 limited edition with 156000 miles on it and not one single problem. just keep the oil changed every 5k and enjoy it. the gen3 is the last of the luxury ride after 2012; things got smaller on the inside and a stiffer sportier ride. you just cant beat a gen3

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Nice! I know it'll do another 150k

I'm in the process of trading my 2007 Touring with 142,500 miles for a 2012 Limited with 120,050

@BernonCars

8 ай бұрын

Solid upgrade!!

Im taking a look at 2012 for $12,000 with 105,000 miles today interior is still new if they give me deal im taking it

@BernonCars

7 ай бұрын

That’s a great deal!

@diavolow9

7 ай бұрын

@@BernonCars yeah the dealer wont budge they know what they got and are being hard to deal with im going to risk the car being there 2 more weeks and I will go back for the end of the yr i should get a deal then if its not sold but man that interior is immaculate

Nice Bentley.

I’m 16, got my first job, and I’m looking for a car, exclusively Toyota, exclusively the third generation avalons, so far, no luck, with some time tho.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Nice, yeah with time! Good luck!

@Beefnhammer

5 ай бұрын

Did you find one?

@thebowinarrow8398

4 ай бұрын

@@Beefnhammer I wasn’t able to, in the end, I ended up with a 2012 Honda accord

@Beefnhammer

4 ай бұрын

@@thebowinarrow8398 Not a bad fallback, Hondas are great cars too

BERN YOU DID GOOD ON THIS VIDEO CAUGHT MY ATTENTION GOOD REVIEW JAMIEOKLAHOMA

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU VERY MUCH

My 2009 XLS gets 34mpg highway, and averages 30. Of course I drive it like an old man. Oh yeah, I am an old man. 😂

@BernonCars

10 ай бұрын

Hahahaha

Bruh how is it so mint, wtf

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

It's so cleannnnn

a 2011 ANYTHING that isnt a rare performance or luxury vehicle shouldn't be over 20k. This definitely isn't worth that nor do they normally sell for that much. Shit you can find a 5th gen for under 30k if you look hard enough

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

It’s wild! I’ve even looked myself at other ones with similar mileage for sale and it’s not far off

Yuh Hurd me

They're expensive because of the Toyota tax.

@BernonCars

6 ай бұрын

Unfortunately so!

He paid way too much for that lol

He should have gotten that for a little less tbh.

@BernonCars

Жыл бұрын

Yeah that was riiiight at I’d say the peak of how expensive shit got too

Camry suck compared to these lol toyota messed up on camrys engineering many countless timesThese ones are better they r more lexus like luxury the new ones are way tooo much toyota like