V6 prices?

m2brazil · 04-24-2013, 06:09 PM

I found a few V6s 2009-2010 with between 50 - 70 thousand miles on the speedometer for $15,000 - $17,000 That seems kind of cheap doesn't it? Is there anything esp. wrong with those years? Because after 2010 I can not find anything with low mileage for under $20,000.

Yea, I am thinking of getting a V6 now because my wife said she wanted to do some trailer camping. :D

Blogson · 04-24-2013, 08:27 PM

You might want to check with Kelley Blue Book about miles, condition, and pricing for those years . . .

ROLLTIDE · 04-24-2013, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by m2brazil

I found a few V6s 2009-2010 with between 50 - 70 thousand miles on the speedometer for $15,000 - $17,000 That seems kind of cheap doesn't it? Is there anything esp. wrong with those years? Because after 2010 I can not find anything with low mileage for under $20,000.

:D

It may be due to the dealer being Toyota (fully certified) or not?

In Canada (and maybe in the USA), if the used Toyota vehicle is bought from a non-Toyota dealer (ie Ford, Honda dealer), you aren't able to buy a Toyota power train warranty if the original owner did not. This is the quandary I am in with a Ltd 09 w/37,000 Km I found at a FORD dealership. If the original owner didn't buy the Powertrain I am sh*t outta luck and on my own wallet once the basic runs out... and that has got me quite nervous. That may affect the price. I'm not sure.

vanib · 04-24-2013, 09:24 PM

The price sounds about right for a Base/Sport RAV4 but make sure it has the Tow Prep Package and the RAV needs be checked thoroughly especially if not buying from Toyota. As usual, the first thing I would look for mechanically is the famous tranny whine and other wear items (wheel condition, suspension, rust in buying from snow area,...). AWD, leather, Navigation, Auto Climate Control, ... will be a bit more.

Some of them might be rentals too. So check the history. Watch out for those additional dealer fees even on used cars.

Here's one I like. It has Navigation but no Bluetooth. I prefer having integrated BT and would willingly give up the navigation. Does not seem to have Tow Prep.
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...40357356&Log=0

m2brazil · 04-24-2013, 09:32 PM

Is the famous whine something that comes on after so many miles? Does it come and go? Can it be detected pretty easy?

vanib · 04-24-2013, 10:04 PM

Actually, it seems to get worse with time. For that mileage, you should be able to hear it easily. Some said that they did not hear on their test drive but only after taking the car home

If you do a quick search on the forum, you will what others have to say about it.
e.g. Properly identifying transmission whine

TSB and another discussion is here: http://www.rav4world.com/forums/106-...12-2012-a.html

DVS · 04-24-2013, 10:40 PM

If inspecting a V6 and you don't know whether or not it has the Tow Prep package (code "TO") I think the quickest way to tell is whether or not the fuse box has a 140 Amp fuse for the alternator. If it does, then it has the tow prep package. If it only has a 120 Amp fuse, then it does not have the tow prep package.

This, from JuneBug, includes pictures:

How many amps is my alternator?

You could ask the seller to send a picture of the fuse box lid to verify.

Hans Moleman · 04-25-2013, 03:12 AM

I'm considering trading in my oil burning 07 I4 base. I would like to get a 09+ V6 sport but it's going to cost $8k after it's said and done.

ROLLTIDE · 04-25-2013, 06:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Hans Moleman

I'm considering trading in my oil burning 07 I4 base. I would like to get a 09+ V6 sport but it's going to cost $8k after it's said and done.

Welcome to upgrade world! I'm paying even more for my I4 to V6 switch cuz I want a low mileage 09 Limited. I just thank God I don't have any kids in the nest or I'd never be able to do it.

m2brazil · 04-25-2013, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ROLLTIDE

Welcome to upgrade world! I'm paying even more for my I4 to V6 switch cuz I want a low mileage 09 Limited. I just thank God I don't have any kids in the nest or I'd never be able to do it.

I hear that, I have just one more to put through college, thankfully grandma is helping with payments and my daughter has a part time job. I am looking at an 09 and 10 myself. I saw an 08 limited at a good price with 38,000 miles. I don't know if I want to go that far back, kind of wanted to stay between 2009 - 2012

04-24-2013, 06:09 PM	#1 (permalink)
m2brazil Member Country: Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Brazil & USA Posts: 71 Thanks: 14 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Feedback Score: 0 reviews	V6 prices? I found a few V6s 2009-2010 with between 50 - 70 thousand miles on the speedometer for $15,000 - $17,000 That seems kind of cheap doesn't it? Is there anything esp. wrong with those years? Because after 2010 I can not find anything with low mileage for under $20,000. Yea, I am thinking of getting a V6 now because my wife said she wanted to do some trailer camping. :D

04-24-2013, 08:27 PM	#2 (permalink)
Blogson Advanced Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Oregon coast Posts: 2,074 Thanks: 13 Thanked 99 Times in 99 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	You might want to check with Kelley Blue Book about miles, condition, and pricing for those years . . . __________________ Jim 2011 Upgraded Base V6 4WD 2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT 2002 Craftsman LT1000 V2 Jesus is Lord

04-24-2013, 09:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
vanib Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada Posts: 2,965 Thanks: 68 Thanked 169 Times in 156 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The price sounds about right for a Base/Sport RAV4 but make sure it has the Tow Prep Package and the RAV needs be checked thoroughly especially if not buying from Toyota. As usual, the first thing I would look for mechanically is the famous tranny whine and other wear items (wheel condition, suspension, rust in buying from snow area,...). AWD, leather, Navigation, Auto Climate Control, ... will be a bit more. Some of them might be rentals too. So check the history. Watch out for those additional dealer fees even on used cars. Here's one I like. It has Navigation but no Bluetooth. I prefer having integrated BT and would willingly give up the navigation. Does not seem to have Tow Prep. http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...40357356&Log=0 __________________ 2008 Base Rav4, 4 Cylinder, 4WD My upgrades Allen Spare tire Bike Rack Currently listening to "Crimson Glory - Astronomica"

04-24-2013, 10:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
vanib Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada Posts: 2,965 Thanks: 68 Thanked 169 Times in 156 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Actually, it seems to get worse with time. For that mileage, you should be able to hear it easily. Some said that they did not hear on their test drive but only after taking the car home If you do a quick search on the forum, you will what others have to say about it. e.g. Properly identifying transmission whine TSB and another discussion is here: http://www.rav4world.com/forums/106-...12-2012-a.html __________________ 2008 Base Rav4, 4 Cylinder, 4WD My upgrades Allen Spare tire Bike Rack Currently listening to "Crimson Glory - Astronomica"

04-24-2013, 10:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
DVS Senior Member Country: Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Midwest Posts: 273 Thanks: 26 Thanked 40 Times in 34 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	If inspecting a V6 and you don't know whether or not it has the Tow Prep package (code "TO") I think the quickest way to tell is whether or not the fuse box has a 140 Amp fuse for the alternator. If it does, then it has the tow prep package. If it only has a 120 Amp fuse, then it does not have the tow prep package. This, from JuneBug, includes pictures: How many amps is my alternator? You could ask the seller to send a picture of the fuse box lid to verify. __________________ Silver 2012 RAV4 Limited V6 4WD with Tow Prep and OEM Hitch Long live the RAV4 V6!

04-24-2013, 09:32 PM	#5 (permalink)
m2brazil Member Country: Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Brazil & USA Posts: 71 Thanks: 14 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Is the famous whine something that comes on after so many miles? Does it come and go? Can it be detected pretty easy?

04-25-2013, 03:12 AM	#8 (permalink)
Hans Moleman Junior Member Country: Join Date: May 2007 Location: CA Posts: 33 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'm considering trading in my oil burning 07 I4 base. I would like to get a 09+ V6 sport but it's going to cost $8k after it's said and done.

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