Toyota Previa (2000 - 2005) 2.4 GLS 5d Auto (7 Seat) (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
family man
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
don't know
Would you buy this car again and why?
erm - maybe not knowing what I now know about the oxygen sensor / Cat problems on these Previas.
What are you likely to buy next?
Not sure, I will have to put up with this for some time yet and try to ignore the engine malfunction light for now.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,750
When did you buy the car?
October 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Ok deal
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Looked nice
What was the dealer like?
Good
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Good but thirsty given weight and 2.4 petrol engine. Averages around 25mpg.
What's it like to park?
Big but ok if care is taken
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes - air conditioning does not feel cold. Does appear cold is not properly working on it. An engine malfunction light has been on for a couple of months. I am told this relates to an oxygen sensor which will need replacing. It has only done 41,000 and so this is annoying. I have discovered forums on the internet about this - lots of Previa drivers with the same problem at 40K. Things are now falling into place. I believe Toyota used to be reliable but things changed in the last 10 years.
What's most practical about your car?
7 seats
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
stereo
