I've just started the search for my first Rav4 and browsing around this forum has been a huge help.
I am looking for a 2011/2012 model with the V6 and less than < 50k miles. Other than that, I'm not too picky with options but would tend to prefer non-leather interior.
I had a few questions that I was hoping those with more experience can help me out with:
Does anyone have any insight into the Toyota Certified program beyond the marketing/sales material they have online? Is the inspection actually in depth enough to mean much? Is getting warranty work done under this easy, or do they tend to have a lot of push back?
Are there any specific mechanical issues that are known with the 2011/2012 issues that I should have checked out in more detail?
It looks like some models have run flat tires and no spare. I've never had a car with run flat tires. Is there anything to know other than that they are more expensive to replace?
One of the cars I'm looking at online has the tow package. I don't plan on towing, but having the ability to if needed would be nice. I don't know if the previous owner towed much, but I have to assume they got the tow package for a reason. Have there been any issues with Rav4s that have been used to tow? Is the extra stress from towing something to be concerned with?
I am looking for a 2011/2012 model with the V6 and less than < 50k miles. Other than that, I'm not too picky with options but would tend to prefer non-leather interior.
I had a few questions that I was hoping those with more experience can help me out with:
Does anyone have any insight into the Toyota Certified program beyond the marketing/sales material they have online? Is the inspection actually in depth enough to mean much? Is getting warranty work done under this easy, or do they tend to have a lot of push back?
Are there any specific mechanical issues that are known with the 2011/2012 issues that I should have checked out in more detail?
It looks like some models have run flat tires and no spare. I've never had a car with run flat tires. Is there anything to know other than that they are more expensive to replace?
One of the cars I'm looking at online has the tow package. I don't plan on towing, but having the ability to if needed would be nice. I don't know if the previous owner towed much, but I have to assume they got the tow package for a reason. Have there been any issues with Rav4s that have been used to tow? Is the extra stress from towing something to be concerned with?