Car Care Nut says 5k mile oil changes. He looks at Toyota engines daily. Congrats on 300k milestone. I want fun AND dependable. That's why I'm upgrading to one of the last v6 engines on the 2024. I love love love Camrys.
My 2018 3.5L FORD Exploder AC Compressor gave up at 62,000 miles, the Alternator PUKED at 70,000 miles! Pathetic...... Bought my son a 2023 Toyota Camry LE, just did the 3rd oil change at 17,000 miles, it has been a dream.
We need more information about the car's maintenance and repair history. Surely MUCH MORE than the alternator went out by 300,000 miles? What about water pump, the thermostat and coolant flow control valve? Wheel bearings? CV axle boots? Shocks/struts? Air Conditioning system services & repairs? Spark plugs? Ignition coils? Oxygen Sensors? Check Engine lights? etc.
Besides transmission, wheel bearings, alternator, serpentine belt, side skirt ripping off, everything else works fine. If you want more information on maintenance, check out the Car Care Nut channel. Everyone in the comments section recommends him for all that stuff. I’m here for ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSE ONLY! I’m NOT a certified Toyota mechanic like that guy, I just share my car journey
Thanks for the videos dude. This and reading the comments has made me rethink my decision of buying this car next year. I still plan on buying it, but it'll probably be 2020-2024 model. I'm gonna run my current one to the ground. Cheaper to keep her they say. I've actually been looking at this car and 2016/2017 Honda Accords. I started leaning towards this one due to not having a cvt since from all I've been researching is more costly to repair. On that note, I'm also not sold on hybrids. I saw a report of a cat that said Infinity wanted to charge him 20k to replace the batteries. Currently, I'm a believer in Toyota Camrys. I have a 2008 that hasn't given me any issues with Engine, nor transmission. Scratch that, actually my engine either burns a qt of oil or loses it every 5k miles. To be fair, everything that has gone wrong with it, has been after about 200k miles. So far, I've replaced the radiator 2x(once prior to 200k), Alternator 2x, the aux port 2x, both cv axles, the fan under the glove compartment. And am currently looking at replacing the temperature control module, an 80$ part(used) that I plan on changing out myself. Everything that I've spent has been below $600 when done at the shops. I guess in a way, I'm saying, cars after 200k are gonna cost you moola to maintain.
I am amazed at how the front of your car has no rock chips on it from what I could see. My cars when they get around 200,000 miles, because of living in the rust belt of Ohio, have rock chips all over the front of them.
He changed his at 1st atf change at 155k miles based on his other video when his transmission broke. He got 123k miles more since it broke at 278 miles. I wonder if he followed the 60k miles interval if his transmission would still be running fine?
Yup that’s the sad reality. They probably call it lifetime fluid because no one drives more than that many miles, but if they do; they will sell you their extended warranty 😂🤦♂️
i heard some bad problems specific to the 2018 camry, because it's the first of this generation of camrys... the ones i see are 100k miles already... should those problems be something to worry about? or should i make the decision to buy one of them?
I currently drive a 2015 Lexus RX 350 for lyft. It is only 18 mpg. I question how many miles a hybrid car will last. I might consider getting a non hybrid camry.
Got my 2022 xse last week and love it. I had a camry before and i was using 5w30 oil instead of 0w20 toyota recommends and drove 400k miles no issues. What oil do you use? Whats your interval?
Mine is 4 cylinder also and requires 0w16 whith is basically water, I think wd40 can probably do a better job, toyota just trying to squeeze as much as possible for gas saving costing you a engine failure. I will never use 0w16 ever, plus this cars with same engine in Mexico toyota recommend 5w30 so becareful trusting what they recommend, after the warranty is gone they really don't care anymore
@@robsonrissotrainer I would not use any other oil than 0-16 if I was you, otherwise you’ll say bye- bye to your engine in a couple of years… This guy just said I’ve been using 0-16 oil every 5k miles for 300k miles and his engine just fine, his warranty long gone, so idk what r u talking about…
@@georgiiarakelov6560 I use 0w30 for years and it's much better, only reason toyota Recommend and NOT require 0w16 is only for gas saving so I rather save my engine from failure than saving gas. I've driving 400k miles on my last camry using 0w30 and it was 0w20 Recommend. Seriously using 0w16 I rather just spray wd40 instead it will do a better job lol no way I will ever use 0w16, plus the same car in Mexico toyota recommends 5w30 so go ahead with 0w16 and good luck
@@ernestovasquez2102 I wanted to do it all in a 400k mile review video. So far nothing much has changed since my last video…well besides the fact that I have a check engine now code “P26AE engine coolant bypass valve “B” control circuit high” I’ve changed the part but still have the light on…still it doesn’t effect the car’s performance
@@stevenfedorov the 86 corolla was the best to bad Toyota stop doing it do a show called Initial D did you see? It was born in the 90s, so I don’t know about the 80s. And I still don’t know why they don’t talk about the 86 Corolla because the new 86 is a Subaru :(
The best thing about Toyota's 2.5L engine is that they solved the issue with carbon build-up in the heads by adding port injectors. There's been many other decent engines by other manufacturers killed by GDI.
Did you say you replaced the 8 speed automatic transmission? My Camry is a 2010 with over 221k no issues on the 6 speed automatic transmission. I have changed my transmission fluid with the world standard fluid 3 times. What happened with the transmission?
@stevenfedorov every 50-60k on automatic transmission fluid should be fine. 30k is for CVTs. I don't think you'll gain anything changing before 50k on automatic transmission.
I’m currently at 125,000 on my 21 6cyl xse without any issues. Haven’t even done breaks and I was told they’re still good on my last oil change. Can’t wait to make 300K as well
Congratulations on 300k. I was wondering about how expensive the lyft accident was. Did you have to pay $2,500 deductible and much down time no driving or did you rent to drive? I just got a 2024 LE and uber on weekends will do ~33k miles per year. I worried about the softex leather and more expensive tires on the SE. I also heard that thise tires/wheels are more easily damaged. I just have black fabric interior so im trying out a seat cover when i drive saturday nights. I was really torn between SE & LE. I also never drove SE and wondered if it felt nearly as smooth a ride as LE. If i ever get another camry ill probably get an SE now that I see how well your interior has held up.
Well, my accident happened in a way that Lyft didn’t know. I didn’t report anything so I payed for it out of pocket. My insurance wouldn’t cover the transmission accident. I didn’t drive when the car was in the shop for a week. I have tried the LE before when I got T boned the first year of ownership and I would say that the LE is way more comfortable with the cloth seats and softer suspension. That accident was the other guys fault and his insurance covered the incident and I got a rental which was the LE Camry.
The exterior appears to be well-kept compared to the interior. Then again, with all those customers - people - and family members in and out you can expect a lot of wear and tear to the interior. Yeah! CVT replaced after 200K miles ... acceptable but costly. [$3,000 +] Just 1 wheel bearing ..should replace both sides at the same time. [$600 for both] Probably on the 6th set of above-average quality tires [$5,400]. Alternator + Belt [$600], Brakes [$2,500] Oil Changes x 32, Trans Flush x 2, Coolant Flush x2, and Air Filters x 16, [$2,500]. That is like $15K to keep the Camry up and running. I would worry about the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, catalytic converters, emission, and exhaust system ... time for a new car. Last! CONGRATULATIONS Steven on being a safe driver and still having a functional Camry.
Thanks! The exterior has rock chips on the front. You can’t see it in the video but it’s there. Also a used alternator is only $142 minus $35 core charge. Brand new one cost $400. Tires would cost about $200+ at discount tire but you can buy tires on Amazon/eBay for cheaper and just as good quality. Also, a good local shop will install it for you for only $20/tire. Not too expensive if you know the right people and places to shop at. I have a KnN engine filter that I don’t have to replace and I only replaced the cabin air filter like 2x in its life 😂 Also, this is a regular automatic transmission, not CVT. This is not a Hybrid. As far as wheel bearing, yes I agree. I should have replaced both and probably should have got OEM ones. I’m trying to keep cost down because everything is expensive. Life is expensive lol. I did make it a goal to hit 1 million miles, with God’s help, I will stick to it. Considering getting a spare car along the way just in case this one fails on me.
I have a 2020 Camry hybrid with 64k miles and I’m thinking about taking it to a custom interior shop and getting a nice tan interior. I’m planning on doing it at 130k miles or when I have to replace the battery.
haha i just bought a 2018 camry se TODAY to replace my E90 328i which got totaled in a t bone accident.. the one i bought has 175k miles so glad to hear that the 8 speed has a bit more life in it before i need to swap it.
Actually I bought a transmission from LKQ junk yard with 30k miles on it for $2800. Then I took the car and transmission to a transmission shop and they did it for $1500 (labor cost) All in I was $4400
I have a 2019 identical to this one. I drive like a grandma in the city and try to keep it at 1500rpm on the highway. 57k miles and only replaces a dead battery so far. Excellent car
Your car looks brand new bro..mine is a 2018 with 160k, front suspension needs some work but i have a feeling i will need a new transmission soon. Engine sounds solid, oil change every 5k. I plan on hitting a million miles too!!!
Did you change transmission fluid every 30k-50k miles? If not, then there could be a chance the transmission will have problems. Try to do a drain and fill on the transmission and it will last a while 👍
Hi Steve I now the Tacoma owner that you are talking about, and that’s right if you drive more in Highway is okay the the oil change every 10k but if you drive more in the city be careful be checking how dark is the oil
@@stevenfedorovthat’s why your transmission gave out I have 85,000 miles on my Camry. I’m waiting to get some money so I can take it to the dealership and have it changed got to keep the maintenance with those.up and they’ll last a lot longer
Beautiful car. I have the exact same one with 55k. Hopefully the transmission last longer than 300k. Camry has been a champ tgus far. Hiw much for the Transmission replacement or repair?
I bought a 2018 Lexus ES350 about 7 months ago. It has 25k miles. I’ve changed out the coolant and transmission fluid. I’m looking forward to many years of ownership. Please don’t forget to change coolant every 5 years or so…it gets really acidic and will destroy pretty much everything. Our son has an ‘08 ES350 and my wife drives an ‘18 IS300 AWD and we love them. New subscriber and look forward to more videos.
Wow that’s impressive! All together it cost me $4200 to replace the transmission. That’s with a tranny from the junk yard and finding a local transmission shop that would take the job with a transmission from LKQ. I was impressed that shops do that
Listen. Camrys are good cars, but do NOT listen to their recommended oil changes please. I just got rid of mine it had 120k miles and burn oil like crazy. Because I only changed the oil every 10k miles like they said. Change it as well as the oil filter every 5k miles.
That’s great to hear because I also have the 2017 3.5 but with 73k. Do you keep up with your transmission flushes? That’s the only thing I’m worried about
How often were you changing your transmission fluid? What type of fluid did you use? Update: because I was so incredibly interested, I went back and watched your timeline video when your transmission went out. I appreciate all of the great details on the car. My 2019 Camry SE has 135,000 miles and I absolutely love it. I would love to see 300,000 out of mine too. Thank you for creating and sharing.
Thank you for watching! I’m glad my videos help people. The fluid I use is WS transmission fluid from the dealership. I started to drain and fill my transmission fluid every 30k miles. Will see how long I can make this one last.
@@stevenfedorov saw on car nut Toyota that the transmission fluid of these Camrys must be replaced at 60k, is that correct? Who told you that it has to be changed after 30k? My Camry xse has 41k and I'm waiting to get to 45k and do it an exchange at the Toyota dealer, what do you say?
@@augustojunior5906 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jJr30r6RRgw.htmlsi=35k0GAyjo7RxJr-m Watch his video to the end particularly the “final thoughts and recommendations” section. The video is called what NOT to do in a Toyota and Lexus. Basically what he says is WS fluid needs to be changed every 60k or 6 years. Also he says the EARLIEST you should change WS fluid is 30k miles. That’s where I got the interval 30k-60k miles.
Our 2020 is just now hitting 60k miles. Had transmission serviced at 45k miles and did a coolant service at the same time. I think coolant service is really important now with the way the system works too. Been changing oil every 5k or less too. Probably the best car on the market right now for those wanting a car to last awhile. Only gripes about the car I have is road noise is bad on the SE models and the door seals could be better. Other than those two gripes the car is pretty damn solid and all these people bashing Toyota over the Tundra and Tacoma forget they have all these other models that are holding up well and the Tundra and Tacoma will get addressed and eventually fall in line and be good. Only car out there that could come close to this is the Mazda cars they are pretty good too.
Got a rav4 2019 with 46k plus miles running strong and changing the oil every 5k miles . I will change the TRANSMISSION FLUID at 60k miles . God bless and keep it up .
I have same camry SE 2018 WITH. 49k miles. Love it. I don’t know exactly but as my service told me I have to change the transmission fluid and break fluid on 50k miles. I try to keep maintenance in order. Its very good car 👍
In the end if you are doing Uber an Lyft then it's best to change the oil 3k-5k. 10k works for people who are doing highway driving primarily. Because you're doing stop and go traffic a lot it's better to change it more often than not, especially if your trying to reach a mil on miles. The stories of toyota owners reaching a mil are people who drove highway
No, I didn’t know better. Manufacturer states tranny fluid needs to be replaced every 30k-60k miles Dealership recommended me to change it after 100k miles. Overall I changed transmission fluid 3x If you want more info check out my video “my 2019 Camry transmission went out”
@@stevenfedorov I actually came across your transmission went out video right after posting that question, lol. To make it to 278k was still pretty good. It would be interesting to see how a transmission would hold up if a person did the service every 30k. I wonder if it would make a difference.
@@MrGunner945 that’s what I plan to do, I’m about to change my own transmission fluid coming up in a couple thousand miles will be 30k miles on the new tranny
I just bought this exact Camry SE in white but a new 2024 and my wife has a 2023 in red also brand new. The owners manual says to change the trans fluid so thats probably what I will do at the dealer at about 50k on each car. I have always believed in no more than 5k on oil changes. Just too much proof of any car doing it at 10k with too much wear due to that. Anything out there once at 250k miles thats usually the life of most transmissions unless its an eCVT. A family member of mine has a 2006 Prius that has done NOTHING to that car at 300k miles now.
Don't get me wrong, but how could a 4 years old car reach 300K miles? Let's assume it was purchased on 1st January 2019 and driven every day till the day of posting this video, that would mean 1720 days of driving and 173 miles a day. Possible?
Some people drive less, some drives extra ordinary. My 2018 camry has 184k miles and not a single issue. I change oil at 10k plus miles but now planning to do at every 5k miles.
Yes I did, I didn’t change transmission fluid at the right intervals. I was supposed to drain and fill every 30k-50k miles but I didn’t know better. Learned the hard way
Is the acceleration good enough for traffic? Do you have enough power for merging on the highway. It seems like a solid car especially now there's decent deals on these Camry (non hybrid).
I know it’s a different vehicle but my neighbor has a 2021 Rav 4 hybrid that she already has 150k miles on as she works on sales and drives a ton. It’s been a great vehicle for her. Our 2012 Highlander just hit 200k and it runs and drives like new (still doesn’t burn any oil at all). Our daughter has a 2005 Camry with over 200k. Our 2004 Highlander had over 300k. Toyota is amazing.
@@stevenfedorov yes it does, it was burning a quart every 500 miles but I’ve run liquimoly in it to flush it the last oil change and doing it once improved the consumption to about a quart every 800 miles. Going to keep doing that and will probably add marvel mystery oil at the next oil change. It still runs great and has good compression though.
Use legit interior cleaner’s like Griots Garage products. They are designed to protect and renew plastics and leathers. Clorox or household products will strip oils or surface finishes on your car over time. Your car looks nice for not using anything fancy!
Nice video. I just bought 2025 Camry SE waiting to get delivered. I have a 2005 4Runner with 265,000 miles. It runs great. I plan to keep it till at least 750,000 miles.
I have a 2019 xle with 41k on it. I already need the to check that transmission out because it is one of the most jerky transmissions I have ever seen in a car, its such a bad transmission but its also used so it might just need to be reprogrammed but thank god its still under a powertrain warranty.
Thanks I try. But the only reason this cars is still running is because of prayer 🙏🏻. Like seriously, I have people praying for me and the car to not break down.
Hey brother how much transmission cost you? And at how many miles it went out at?, considering you did not have any issues with engine other than alternator, this thing is damn reliable
Let me tell you. If an old Nissan Altima with 501k miles and a 4 speed traditional auto can last I’m pretty sure a Camry can as well. I’m trying to get to a million with my car but I don’t drive it enough. It’s a challenge but definitely doable Good Luck! 🍀
Nice and honest video, I like it. Plus side for a hybrid (beside MPG) is that there is no alternator, and many other parts that can go wrong are not existing in a hybrid, and transmission is even more reliable and more simple made than a standard automatic. 👍
