Monday, November 5, 2012

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: 2001 White Toyota Camry LE

2001 Toyota Camry LE, White, Sedan, 138459 mi, $4,900 http://bit.ly/OW6Gec Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/29

The Toyota Camry has a reputation of being both high quality and economical. This one is a bit old, but it is in great shape for its age. It is only $4,900, so if you are looking for something inexpensive but reliable, then this one is perfect.

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EXPERT REVIEWS:
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INTRODUCTION: “In its current iteration, the Camry offers a comfortable cabin, spacious trunk, and smooth and quiet-running engines. Plus, the Camry has a well-deserved reputation for high reliability. This is certainly a tough combination to beat.

The standard engine is a 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine rated at 136 horsepower. LE and XLE models come with a high level of standard equipment, but the CE offers plenty of comfort, convenience and performance at a lower price.”

FEATURES: “The mid-range LE ($20,425) has proven to be the most popular of the three models. It comes standard with an automatic transmission, air conditioning, cruise control, intermittent wipers, power door locks, mirrors and windows.”

DRIVING IMPRESSION: “Long days spent in the Toyota Camry fail to reveal significant faults with any aspect of the car. The Camry feels smooth, soft and comfortable around town. It isn't a sports car and floats a bit on its suspension, but it handles well and is easy to drive fast. Overall, this car is smooth and quiet, though a small amount of road vibration comes through.

The standard powerplant for the Camry is a 136-horsepower 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine that is remarkably smooth. A four-cylinder engine in a car this size is usually a dismal choice, but not here. Although the four-cylinder does not produce the power of the V6, it performs quite well. Toyota's 2.2-liter inline-4 is smooth and relatively free of the noise and vibration associated with four-cylinder engines. The 2.2-liter provides acceptable acceleration performance and, once up to speed, keeps the car rolling along nicely.”

SUMMARY: “The Toyota Camry is a smart choice. While some sedans offer more style or better performance, the Camry will leave you with the feeling that you made a wise decision. This car is easy to drive and live with and you'll enjoy years of easy, trouble-free operation. Toyota vehicles historically hold a resale value well beyond the competition and are leaders in terms of quality, durability and reliability. That's why the Camry is a perennial favorite among mid-size sedans.”
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