Take Care of Your Car and It Will Take Care of YOU! Here's an Example of That.
This principle pretty much applies to all cars. Take care of your car and it will take care of you. Some of them will be better than others but in the end this simple principle can be applied to any car.
In this video we look at 2 similar models. one of them have had a long history of care and it shows at 300,000 miles. One of them have had a questionable history and even with the current owner's best care still had issues at an early age.
Folks maintenance is key at the early life of a car's life. And that early care and dedication will pay off in the later years of the car's ownership.
You don't have to be a mechanic to take care of your car well. Simply understand the car's maintenance and follow through with it. Taking care of a car doesn't have to cost you a small fortune.
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Totally agree, the love of my life, a '91 Corolla lasted over 634K miles.
Wow!! I’m trying to Get that out of my 97 Corolla 1.8 I have 320k just broken in it seems. What happened to it?
Incredible!
My 89 Camry had 352K miles and got totaled , I was looking to get 400K and then sell it.
😮
I had to Google for Corolla 91 because I didn't remember how it looks. Good for You!!
Words of wisdom by the Care Care Nut. Like Scotty Kilmer says, oil & filters are cheap, engines are expensive. Change your oil & filter every six-months or 5,000 miles, whichever comes first and you will be a happy camper. And, don't use crappy oil or filters to save a few bucks. I use high end German oil and OEM filters in both of our vehicles (Liqui Moly Special Tec) specifically for each vehicle, a Volvo and Lexus. 😎
Long live Scotty Kilmer
Exactly. Our Lexuses get its 1st oil change at 1K miles and every 6 months after. Mobil 1 synthetic and Toyota filter only. Trans fluid drain/refill every 30K miles.
I did, always in dealerships with sometimes little over 5k miles and end up with blown engine at 192k miles and with sludge in the oil.. now with new Corolla, if it’s in dealership i ask to watch mechanic, if not Allowed I’m not doing business there. And after warranty, i do change oil by myself and other fluids as well. Seriously there is so hard to find good mechanic this days.
@@jml9550you should not change trans fluids every 30k miles, you gonna damage your transmission, trans fluids needs to be change 50-90k miles, it’s all about lubricants in the transmission oil additives. Every 30k is recommended-to change trans filter.
@@marcinnalepka1530 I disagree. We only drain about 25-30% of the fluid in the transmission pan. Majority of the fluid is still in the transmission itself and torque converter. By diluting 25-30% new fluid with the old, it adds lubricants to it. So far my wife’s 08 RX350 has 155K mikes and shift like butter, no clunkiness at all from park to reverse in our slope. We do replace the filter every 60K miles.
Man I love this guy. Bought a 2011 4Runner with 150,000 miles worry free because of the insight CarCareNut offers in these videos. Wish I lived closer so he could be my personal mechanic.
How much do you spend if you don’t mind to share?
@@amazdrm $250,000
You must be rich to afford a personal mechanic
I bought a 2013 Tundra Grade with Tow Pack 4.6L 2WD for $13k this past July at 150k. I’m at 168k now and still no issues.
Yep! Just bought a 2015 Tundra used. I paid more for it than comparable ones in the area. But it had dealer service records every 5-7k miles, and was 1 owner. Worth the piece of mind in my opinion.
Good. Hope you have many great miles and large smiles! 😊
Just do a compression test to find how well the engine is. I take care of my car and there are no records from dealers. It does not mean my car was not served well.
Yeah most guys drive trucks and are much more likely to maintain it
Congrats, just bought an SR5 (2019) with the TRD off road struts and wheels. Has 60K miles on it.
@@thearcher1740 You can still bring your compression test kit to do the test if the seller allows you to do that. Some of them may view you as a serious buyer. Who would spend the time and effort to do a compression test if that person is not seriously considering purchasing that car?
Not only getting a car that has been looked after by their owners but getting a good honest mechanic is worth their weight in gold
"Take care of the car it will take care of you!" I wish more people would follow that logic. This vehicle with 300,000 miles is proof the logic works! VERY good shape under the hood, interior and exterior. Thank you for this video.
Bought my ‘97 Ford Escort used in 1998 with 60k miles. Maintained it personally and regularly keeping good records. It’s life with me ended at 370k in 2019 due to a dropped valve seat. No major repairs on the original engine and manual transmission.
It also proves that the 3.4 was a great engine and the newer model may not be. regardless. I've seen gunked up engines reach 300K. So, it also has to do with the reliability of the engine. We are being played by the manufacturers and the EPA.
so what are the tips to take car of a care
@@randomrazr Fluid changes , engine oil , transmission fluid , brake fluid, power steering fluid, coolant system. Filter changes...engine filter , cabin air filter , transmission filter . Spark plugs. Drive belts both timing and auxillary ,Inspect vehicle for leaks every oil change. Check tire inflation pressures. Join a forum for your vehicle and get educated. Keep on top of things. Investigate the common problems for your vehicle and do preventative maintenance. The big thing is to be aware of what is needed and when. Keep a maintenance record. Don't be a gas up and drive person! This list by no means complete.
@@abyssalsoul6216 Awesome list regardless 👍👍
That 2001 4runner is a very lucky vehicle to be owned by this excellent owner that obviously takes pride in their ownership of the vehicle. I'm the same way and take very good care of my vehicles. You can never be too careful when it comes to doing preventative maintenance.
The car is also a more simple design which allows for greater longevity. I don't think that "newer" cars with complicated valve trains and multi speed automatics will have near the durability that a late 90s early 2000s car would have.
@@davestvwatching2408 It's true that the simple design of the naturally aspirated engine is bound to be more reliable, but I owned 97 Tacoma with the same V6 engine that had a TSB for a failing head gasket. It wasn't a recall and Toyota took care of it for all the affected engines.
I have a 2017 Honda with 54k miles and was actually ahead of dealer recommended schedule maintenance on transfer case, transmission and rear dif oils. Not to mention engine oil which regardless, I change every 3k miles which usually is no longer than 3, 4 months apart. Also I flushed the coolant twice already and changed the gas for AC. Some might say it's overkill but I mainly do city miles and want my car to last as long as I need it to without any major problems. Shout-out to all car nuts out there!
I don’t buy cheap parts for my Civic to save a few bucks because it could save me big bucks in the future
Now, interview the owner of the black 4Runner so we can ask him what he did to keep it in such nice shape!
I know a lot of people say to never buy new cars but this right here is why I always do. You never know how the previous owner of a car took care of it. It's a gamble and personally I'd rather have a new car that I know is going to be well taken care of.
I agree. It makes sense when we keep them long term.
Yep! Don't care about depreciation either for me. I keep mines at least 10 years+
@@garyf2871 My 2015 Rav4 LE has 225K. It runs amd shifts as good as the day i got it. I like it and will keep it as long as it lasts. Value for dollar, Toyota is the best.
@@Jimmy_Jim_Jim_1234 I agree. My wife has a RAV4 and we love it. Six years old now with 30,000 kilometres on the clock and not a single scratch or blemish on it. I even changed the tyres because they were 6 years old and fitted four brand new Michelins.
I would add to this that if you don't want to take the depreciation hit buy a 2-4 year certified car from the dealer. There's still a markup but you're not paying full price. All my vehicles have 3 years, certified by the dealer with 30k miles or less. They have all been perfect and no issues. I also keep my cars till the wheels fall off.
I’m a huge fan of total vehicle maintenance! I love when I see older, high mileage cars in great condition and I respect the efforts of the owners who keep those cars looking and running so nice. Anyone can buy a shiny new car but the pride I feel when my 20 year old, 170k mile car with glossy paint and purring engine, no leaks makes me happy.
How did you keep the paint in good condition
Regular washing and wax every 3-4 months. This car has lived outside most of its life and most of those years in the brutal desert sun. So I’m an huge advocate for frequent waxing. Only hand wash and wax on my cars.
Dear AMD, we just got home from purchasing our new 2023 RAV4 XLE. You have been educating me for about a month and because of that, I have a lot of peace about my wife’s new car. You would have gotten a good chuckle as you would have seen me on the ground PDI checking for body plugs with my mirror and flashlight, catching an empty washer fluid tank and letting air out of the over-serviced tires. We had a 90+ mile drive home but we stayed slow in the right lane all evening for the break in drive lol. You were certainly involved with this sale friend and we thank you.
I buy used, one-owner, cars with detailed service records. I stick to Honda and Toyota. I have not have a catastrophic failure. The used cars I've owned remained extremely reliable with regular maintenance and use of only high quality parts, usually OEM. I nodded in agreement throughout your informative video.
We buy new. Lexus only, maintain it well and keep them for at least 10+ years.
Due diligence pays off
In fact, just bought a new Lexus Hybrid SUV yesterday for my wife. $51K OTD in cash.
We bought a brand new 4runner in 05 from the biggest dealership in the world, Longo. We still have our 4runner and it has given us zero issues. Only wear and tear stuff which is understandable. The 4runner has 226k miles and still runs great.
This video just made me organize all my service records into a binder. Thank goodness I kept them all!
Unusual to see a 1GR engine with relatively low miles with this type of damage. But like AMD said who knows what kind of life it had from the previous owner. Now about the 5VZ engine. That engine is pure gold when taken care of. I have 297k miles on the original engine and trans on my 96 T100. Also delivered mail out of it for 2 years in scorching SC heat. Hoping to make it to 400k and more.
They tend to have BHGs issues. I'd stick to the V8 option for that 4runner generation.
2004 RX330 going strong at 410,000 miles just regular maintenance 👍
Cool fun fact: the 5VZ-FE from the 3rd Gen 4Runner will drop into a 2nd Gen 4Runner and will mate to the older transmission and motor mounts. It’s a bit taller so you will need a hood scoop!
Good To Know
Yep. I have seen landcruiser prado 120 series overseas that have both 1gr and 5vz. They ride on the same JTEB frame as the 4runners so it 100% works
What about wiring?
This is exactly why I change my oil every 5K and follow the other maintenance videos you put out 🙏🏾
What else is there besides changing air filter and oil change every 5k miles? Only other thing I can think of is tire rotation.
@@alb0zfinest Transmission fluid every 30k miles or two years, air in the tires of course, coolant, check oil to make sure there’s no leaks, check brake fluid
@@alb0zfinest brake pads,spark plugs,tires,trans fluid,other fluids,taking care of rust prevention if you live in the north,etc
the Car Nut consistently gives excellent advice on basic preventative maintenance. 👍
I had a 2002 Camry LE with 327,500 miles on it. We bought it new and had it for 14 years. The only problem we had was the catalytic converter had to be replaced and the exhaust manifold had a recall. Changed the oil, transmission fluid, coolant regularly. Did all required maintenance earlier than Toyota said they had to be done. At 325,000 the catalytic converter had to be replaced again and she was burning a quart of oil every 2500 to 3000 miles. My wife made me sell the car and get a new one, I’m sure I could of gotten at least another 50,000 miles out of her. I’m a big believer in my age care if your car and it will take care of you. Wish your shop was near where I live. Thank you for the great videos.
I have a 2005 4runner sport and it has 165k miles. Since day one I change my oil every 4k miles and it has never left me stranded. The key to keeping these cars running is taking care of them and they will take care of you Guaranteed 🎉
Agreed 100% careful maintenance with genuine parts of your car is the only simple rule you have to keep as an owner. And you will not have problems during time. Greetings from Europe - Greece. Owner of a small hatchback for 22 years since 2000 and still going (Seat Ibiza 1.4 petrol 231.000km -144.00 miles-)
Loved that term you made about "parts repair technicians". Thats basically what my previous mechanic was like. Learned the hard way and will be more discerning in the future. Thanks to your channel.
Most of us have been victims of those.
AMD, amazing as always, wish there was more mechanics like you that cared so much for what you do!! Thank You!!
A Good Practice. When you buy a vehicle buy a notebook with a pocket in it or a notebook and a folder. Keep every receipt and service order in the folder. Write the date and miles on them if they aren't on it. Use the notebook as a log book and maintenance record. Write down day miles and issues when you have them and record repairs when they are done also if the repair was effective and fixed the issue or if you needed to have it repaired again to resolve the issue. Always photocopy register receipts. Thermal Tape what most register receipts are printed on will do a disappearing ink trick. This is .out important with parts & batteries that you may need to warranty down the road. Very hard to warranty a 4½ year old battery with a 5 year warranty when the receipt you have is a blank piece of paper. I keep a notebook file in my phone as well with all the same information. I also note what maintenance items I have yet to do so I can budget for them and try not get hit with a surprise repair bill.
I keep meticulous maintenance records, but no one seems to care. They only look at year and mileage.
I just bought a 2006 Matrix a few weeks back with 129,000 miles on it. Body and inside are in great shape. And it runs like a new car. But the biggest selling point was the fact that the owners had a folder with all of the service records in it.
You lucky bastard. This is why I am looking on craigslist every single day to find a good deal
I wish I had a mechanic like you local to me. Truer words have never been said
GREAT! This is the perfect example of why maintenance is SO important. Thanks! .... and much smoother delivery today! Nice job!
This has become my favorite channel. Your knowledge is beyond approach.
I have a hard copy folder with every repair and service invoice filed in it for my car. When l ever sell my car l give this folder to the new owner. I maybe over service my car but l do have trouble free motoring. Another great video.
Really great comparison. Thanks for showing us the stark difference.
That is amazing! I decided on my 2006 Tacoma specifically because the stack of maintenance records that came with it. Bought from the original owner and it lived in Florida it’s whole life so no rust. It now has 210k miles and has given me zero issues. I change the oil every 3k miles. I have a family member that just blew the engine on their 2020 Nissan Versa from never changing the oil for 3 YEARS. Maintaining a car is way cheaper than buying a new one.
I completely agree with your statement. Regular maintenance is essential for the longevity of any car, regardless of its make and model. Neglecting routine maintenance can lead to costly repairs and reduced performance in the long run.
I really appreciate and enjoy your informative channel on Toyota vehicles and the clear and simple way you explain things. Just one suggestion, if you haven’t done it yet. When sharing information on timing belts or chains, I believe it’s good for viewers to know whether the engine is free wheeling or not. if the engine isn’t free wheeling, this would add even more urgency in getting necessary repairs made before an engine is destroyed.
Thanks , for all you do !
Daughter just bought her first new car. A 2023 Venza. I passed on your wisdom; fluids life, maintenance, care and keeping battery fan filter clean. She drives about 8000 miles per year. This will serve her trouble free in CA for the next 25 years. (At 40 mpg) Thanks.
Hopefully the hybrid battery last that long.
@@thugblaster303 will last from Toyota
Hopefully gas will be available in California in 25 years
theirs a fan for a battery?
@@amandeepbaa6978 Not true. A youtuber I follow that buys cars at auction says he sees tons of 10-12 year old Prius's with dead hybrid batteries. Lithium batteries degrade with age no matter who makes it. The sad part is that when it comes time to replace it they often get sent to scrap yards or auctions because the cost to replace the battery exceeds the value of the car so people can't justify spending $2-5k on a vehicle worth $2-5k.
Love the videos! I just bought a 99 Land Cruiser with 260k miles on it. I did receive the service records so I was happy with that. Dropped a few thousand on basic maintenance and it runs like a champ! Thanks again!
I just want to shake your hand one time. Thanks for all of your videos. Hope to visit the shop when I’m in Chicago to see family.
You are a great resource for general car maintenance and a great resource for Toyota fans.
Outstanding content as always! Thanks for all you do!
Thank you for encouraging me to take care of my 2011 RAV4 Base model. Third owner with 205500 miles
Another great video AMD ! I agree take care of the car and it will take care of you. I have had good luck with this simple principle.
Great video. I just purchased a 2022 4Runner for its reliability and resale value, that’s if I sell it and right now I love it and probably pass it down to my kids. Since I’m retired I don’t drive as much, so gas mileage is not a big thing to me. I for one like to keep this vehicle in good running order and like you said if you take care of it, it will take care of you. I love my 4Runner and looking forward to many adventures with minimal problems. Thank you again for this informative video on the 4Runner!
You have taught me so much! I love your channel as well as Scotty Kilmer. I told my husband about what you said not to go 10k miles for oil changes in his Lexus as well. Thank you!
I have always kept a notebook with detailed records of everything I have done to my Toyotas. Simple and easy to do.
Absolutely!.. oil changes and undercoating is critical and relatively cheap considering the consequences if ignored..
My 02 Sienna with 280k miles still amazes me. I paid $800.00. for it about 2 years ago with 272k miles. The paint and body surely show it's age however it runs and drives great, no leaks, no oil burning. The engine purrs. I bought it with no maintenance records so I went in blind with it, no idea of how many previous owners it has had. I can only assume it was well cared for by how it has been so far. It shifts perfectly however I am wondering if I should have the transmission fluid replaced? I did have the timing belt and water pump done. Your videos are amazing! Thank you!
So true and so scary all at the same time. Because the records are GREAT, but the quality of the work is the kicker. Great video.
Excellent video and advise mate TY, love put into keeping the car looking nice inside and out is part of loving a Toyota the other is maintenance, if you have a great mechanic who can see the love and pride you have put into your car they will treat it well and make sure it is maintained well. Ty as always for these excellent videos it is appreciated. Keep Safe Keep Strong 🦘🦘🦘🦘💖💖💖💖
Hi Angel here , I like to thanks you for a great videos ,everybody should watch you videos n lean front it , every night I watch two / tree videos n is helping me keep my car run great thanks again from Sycamore iL
dear sir; you are a great technician, thank you
I can't thank you enough for this video, I am saying this for years, thanks again to take the time and effort to make this video.
Excellent video as always , keep up the great work and thank you for sharing
I love all of your videos me and grandpa (89) watch them every upload He drives a 2011 rav 4 I have a 2022 tacoma And a 2005 scion xb! It'd be awesome to see a scion video even though they aren't very relevant anymore keep it up man thanks for so much honest information!
You are absolutely right I have a 2012 Tacoma with 389783 miles thanks for your site
Brilliant Ahmed Brilliant. Your discussion on 4 runners in previous videos were and are invaluable. The videos were the first resource in purchasing our 03 limited, by your checklist, we found it, zero rust, 174k we did the all the service interval for the mileage 2UZFE, all work done by Toyota technicians, I wish I had seen your video on CV axle boots prior to purchasing new one. Strong note… I kept the old ones(thank God). Once again we bid you and family many blessings.
Big fan of your content! I have a 2002 Sequoia 4WD with 350k miles and still running like a champ! Also I have a 1984 Celica GTS coupe with the 22R-E engine with 87k original miles and still running like a baby!
i bought a 2000 4 runner ltd with 110K MILES THAT WAS CLEANER THAN TRUCKS I looked at with 40K, the clincher was that is was sold at the dealership where it started out its life and where original owner traded it in for a newer one. it had all of the recommended service by the book, with stacks of receipts !! your words of wisdom ring TRUE that truck went 425,000 trouble free miles, i kept it polished and waxed it looked like new inside and out. now the sad part of the story living in rusty MN. I let my daughter drive it for a winter or 2 and she didnt keep the underside clean like i did,(my fault for not stressing the importance)it was crazy how fast that frame rusted bad. it was a shame driving it onto the trailer with a slight headgasket leak and real rusty frame being the only problems, near mint condition body.... I'm sure it would still be running like a top to this day☹☹☹
i really enjoy watching you work on cars, very informative! i have a 2014 RAV 4 with 66.000 Km that i try to keep in great shape. next time you are in Belize, stop by and say HI!!
VERY well done and super message!!! My Audi S4 V8 is now over 220k kms and still pulls like a train, full service history when I purchased her and I keep up the servicing too. Thanks Simon
what about the timing belt?
@@mateofernando5066 That's a normal service item after 60k miles or so. The legendary Toyota UZ V8 series used a timing belt as well.
How much have you spent on maintenence?
how's that carbon build up?
@@MikeyG003 The Audi S4 V8 has port injection. It's from that reall cool 5 valve series of engines.
Excellent video! I typically buy cars new and keep them 10 or 12 years and I change the oil every 3000 miles. There’s an old farmer’s adage: oil is cheaper than iron. Your words are golden!
Love this channel. Thank you very much. I am a Honda guy but I just might buy my first Toyota because of you.
Sorry for the long comment but man your awesome, your really do everyone a great service by letting us know what to look out for with these toyota, thank you for the great videos and to your crew also 🙏
My 97 4runner had the original timing belt and trans fluid when I traded it in 2020. It ran great!!
Had a 97 4runner limited black one too with same engine. LOVED thst vehicle, fully boxed frame and a frame that didn't rust out like the newer tacomas. Only issue Imhad was axle seals on the rear for some weird reason.
Because of your video my 22 Tacoma 4X4 off-road 6-speed, MTF fluid changed at 2,500 mi the 1st 🛢️ change at 545 miles! Lol. Getting ready to do the transfer case & the diffs
Love your info, knowledge and channel.
I traded in my 04 sr5 v8 runner with 306k miles on it for a new runner this past October. I bought the v8 from original owner when it had 107k on it and previous owner took great care of it and obviously I was ocd over the maintenance as well to reach the 300k mark. Still ran like a champ. I miss it still but I got a great trade in for the new runner. Absolutely loved that v8. Wish they still put in v8’s in 4runners
Little tip for scenes like at 2:10 ... just hold your other hand behind the object you're trying to show close up. It'll give the camera something larger to focus on and notice (so to speak) that there's something close. Otherwise it'll try to average out the focus for the entire image and actively "ignores" the comparatively small thing that is close to it like it has done here
Your videos are so helpful. Thanks
If my car has something wrong, I will drive amostly half day to your shop to maintain. You did incredible job, what a prestigious technican. I learn a lot from your videos.
I get many many of these in my shop all the time for minor stuff. one here now with 370,000 miles. dont forget the rear cam plugs, the heater control valve and top tank of the radiator looks brittle! 36 year ASE master tech here
With us we preach exactly the same..... here it also applies whether the car was driven short distances or long distances, with short distances it is better to keep your hands off. Greetings from Germany
My '08 Tacoma 4x4 just hit 350,000 miles and it still runs like the first day I bought it. I would trust it to drive from Texas to Alaska right this minute. Mobile 1 and 4k mile oil change intervals has been the key.
I bought a 2009 Toyota Scion xb made in Japan numbered edition two years ago, from a British man who does auto body paint, took great care of the car. Had 116,000 miles on it, my brother found his ad on Craigslist. My mechanic says it’s a cream puff. So happy, was going to buy a newer Camry from Carmax but would’ve had the dreaded monthly payments. I paid 6000 cash for my Scion, no down payment, no payments period. Glad I found this channel!
What you established couldn't be more true. I was taught how to do fluid changes and basic maintenance at a young age, then by the time I went off to college my dad gave me his 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (yes I know this is a Toyota channel). So I drove across the country from NYC all the way to Denver, finished college, then moved to NorCal for awhile until I ultimately went back to NYC to settle all with the same car. It's sitting at roughly 400K miles and the only major things I took it to the shop for was to change the timing chain/guides/tensioners and the radiator. Hasn't failed me once and still drives like a champ. 👍
Solid information! Thank you.
Thanks for another great video. I’d like to see an in depth video on how to take care of a car to see results like this. Dealerships are notorious for suggesting a lot of work that may not be necessary. That’s where they make a lot of their money. Clearly you are an honest guy working for a dealership, so I’d value your perspective on this. I want to do the things I need to do to keep help my car go the distance and I’d like to avoid things that cost me money and aren’t really important. Peace,
AMD, great advice once again, thank you so much!
Love your work 👍
You are absolutely correct. I bought a 01 Camry XLE V6 in April of 22 with 103,000 original miles from the original owners son. Beautiful car. Not an inch of rust. No codes, took it for a test drive, checked underneath and it was clean. Especially being in NYC where our winters sometimes are rough. I bought it and maybe 3 days later check engine came on. Cat code and I thought no problem, I will fix it. Little did I know it would turn into a nightmare. Weeks later on cold starts she would shoot a abnormal amount of black smoke. Being I wanted to change the valve cover gaskets I went to a trusted shop I know and taking the valve covers off is where we found that while this car was taken care of on the outside, it wasn’t motor wise. So much sludge. So $3500 later she’s rebuilt and I started a maintenance record of what I’ve done and she runs like a clock. So absolutely take care of your car and it will take care of you. Be very careful when buying a used vehicle.
Great videos and your a great mechanic keep up the great work!
My 5VZ-FE looked identical when I did my own valve cover gaskets. Did a thorough job. Resealed aluminum half moons, all six spark plug tube seals, cam dummy seals in the back, all 16 new rubber grommets for the screws, even a new oil cap seal. 🤙🏼 even got an inch pound torque wrench for the covers themselves.
enjoy listening to your videos
Thank you for your knowledge
I agree with you 100% . I have had atleast two cars with over 250,000 miles.
Another great lesson for car owners!! For many years, we could never afford new cars so was always careful which used cars we bought. Are we buying a neglected car or someone else’s money pit?? This is why buying used cars without an inspection is NOT wise!!
Agreed!
Quite helpful...... Love from Nigeria ❤️
Very very instructive video. I'm learning a lot from this video. Thank you for this very wonderful video. Great lesson to learn from this 👍
This video reminds me how much I miss my ‘97 4Runner. 365,000 miles when my son totaled it. He was able to walk away. 3rd Gen is still the best Gen as far as I am concerned!
Such a great reminder. I managed to find a good used car 2 years ago just shy of 100k, one owner, unfortunately never met him but you could tell he took good care of it. I'm tight on cash so wasn't able to do the smart thing of replacing all the fluids just to be safe (aside from oil ofc), but they weren't in bad shape so I prioritized other things. Got a good jack/stands, doing research to learn how to do most of it myself, learned how to wash and wax her, got nice new tires, been building up the tools ill need, getting comfortable doing the oil, (cars are way more intimidating to work on then i thought, still building confidence) etc, so now the next step is to finally do a big sweep of fluids so I know everything is good (and when it'll be needed again) Power steering fluid, brake fluid, coolant, new rotors and pads for this run. I wish I could have gotten to that faster, but I had to build up to it, and now I can safely save at least 800$ doing that all myself and even more in the future. Next will be spark plugs and other odds and ends I haven't researched much yet. Polishing headlights and dash (someone accidentally oversprayed with a cleaner at one point, little water spots etched in lol), jiggly passenger window, paint correction (including repainting a few small rust spots caused by tiny rock chips and a few scratches (thats actually one sign he cared, there are a few scratches he had painted :) id like to see if I can polish them up a little better so it's not so obvious but was still happy to see that he cared enough to try lol). Then building up some savings so I can afford to replace suspension parts and the clutch down the road (all feels good right now so hopefully it should last several years or more, but since I'm broke, I need to prepare for those pricier repairs). I've been in cars that were falling apart with the same mileage. But if I take care of her, I can easily see her going another 100k, if not more. Picking a good brand helps too. But maintenance is king. I don't drive much (about 10k a year), so age will be a worse issue for her than wear and tear. She'll probably fall apart from age before the engine truly maxes out on miles lol but maybe by then ill have enough experience to replace the badly aged items and keep her running great up to 300 or beyond. The dream lol When it comes to mileage, High mileage younger cars can be fantastic finds. Those are usually mostly highway, which is much easier on the car itself. It's the low mileage older cars you gotta be careful with. A lot of time sitting parked means the parts aren't lubricated as often and dry out, its probably mostly city driving (which is harder on the car), and the owner is more likely to change oil based on MILES instead of time (ie more likely an older owner, who probably has more of a penny pincher mentality) not good. People often don't wait long enough when starting the car before driving too, and that habit doesn't jive well with all those others factors. You really gotta let it warm up a bit, and that's even more important with a car that sits a lot. Higher miles scares off some buyers too so you can get a slightly better deal, while an owner selling a low mileage car tends to think low mileage = higher value regardless of age (and buyers also buy into that misconception. So higher price for a crappier car)
amazing content mann...im from philippines and having fun watching your owesome videos..same here i got 2 cars toyota SUV and mazda ssdan where im always taking care off and always have my service records all the time.. cheerss!
I have found decent deals on used cars but walk away without a great service history. That is why I ordered a new RAV4 Hybrid. My 2009 Ford Escape has 185,000 miles and a perfect service history. All fluids and filters were replaced on time and documented. The car has a little rust starting but runs, drives, and shifts like new.
Has anyone seen how clean that shop floor is??? Wow!!!
614k subscriber's! Before you know it you'll be hitting a million! Wonderful work AMD.
My guess is somewhere around October or November.
just got a civic hatchback sprt trg. it’s so nice i can’t wait to do work on it
Excellent advice,and video. Thanks
I love your videos. I learn Alot. Thank you
So I've been watching a lot of your videos and of another car oriented channel I've been enjoying (I Do Cars, with the great engine teardowns) and while watching the insides of a ruined engine is part of the appeal of the other channel, I was not expecting to see a ruined piston/block/liner here lol. I wonder if taking out the cam covers in the (now departed) engine would have shown more clues, though I'd suspect some bad varnishing of the cams and maybe a lot of glitter. It would be hilarious if that engine winds up on that channel. My dad ingrained in me the need to be methodic and consistent on basic maintenance, sure maybe the odd part will fail/leak and you can get away with going with a non oem part for it (thinking of a bushing in a higher milage car where the dealership might want to charge me for a whole suspension component) but basic fluids should always be taken care of by the book. Of course some caution with unscrupulous service places is advised, but for basic stuff you can't really skip that and knowing what is needed/what is coming up will help you avoid scammy places. Now with resources like this one and forums where you can figure out specific car pain points, so you can plan and know, and execute it the best you can given on your schedule. Now if only I can find a way to talk my wife into always using the parking break in her new car and not just rely on the parking prawl of her (very expensive I'm sure) 10 speed auto.
Dads 96 4Runner still running strong. Everything OEM at 370k. original trans and motor.