Toyota RAV4 (2000 - 2005) 2.0 GX 5d (2003/03) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Boring but safe ?

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

No particulat comment.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Due to brake pads noise and complaint I will NEVER buy another Toyota.

What are you likely to buy next?

ANYTHING BUT A TOYOTA.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£16,995

When did you buy the car?

August 2003

Did you get a good deal and why?

Traded in old Ford.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Liked the style and capacity - not worried about 4WD.

What was the dealer like?

OK.

What's it like to drive?

Good, except for above complaint. I had no trouble until they changed the discs and pads.

What's it like to park?

Visibilyu limited.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Had new front discs and pads replaced in March 2011. Since then they have squealed on braking (last 20 ft). Return to garage 4 times and complained to Toyota. They said I have to live with it because they have changed the composition of the pads. I'm NOT at all happy.

What's most practical about your car?

Rear space.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?