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As you may know, it is critical that the timing belt and internal water pump be replaced at 90,000 miles, or every nine years - which is a dealer item that cost close to $1800.
The water pump, timing Belt, etc has been replaced- as shown.
Many other service items have been done, with regular oil changes, etc., on this car.
It needs nothing,
Newer tires, battery and recent tune up.
Runs drives and shifts perfectly.
Super clean inside.
Non Smokers.
Has had a dog inside.
As shown, body has some minor issues.
Most of the Toyota Siennas that you see on craigslist and other places have not had the timing belt and internal water pump done.
If that belt breaks while driving it can lead to catastrophic engine failure.
So, please compare the value of this van to the price of other vehicles, in similar condition and miles.
Also, this is a front wheel drive (FWD).
The all wheel drive (AWD) historically has transmission problems over 100k miles.
As you may know, the 2004, 2005 and 2006 models were the first three years of the Second Generation Toyota sienna, which went from 2004-2010.
Therefore, the 2004s as the first year of Gen 2 had a lot of serious problems, that were mostly fixed by model year 2005 and 2006.
IMO the 2006 was probably the best minivan ever built. But, 2005, 2009, and 2010 are runners up.
For example, the 2004s had bad Radiators, Rack and Pinion, Dashboards, etc. Do your homework.
As you may also know, the 2007 model year switched from 3.3 L engine (2004-2006) to a 3.5 Liter 2007 -2010 model years.
Therefore, the 2007s had lots of engine / transmission matching problems running into 2008.
But, by 2009 and 2010 model years the Siennas were awesome again.
The 2007 - 2010 years are also Second Generation and exactly the same as 2004-2006, except the 3.5 Liter engine.
If you want to know more about these vans, I suggest that you look up the YouTube channel called:
“The Car Care Nut,” a Toyota Master Mechanic. Look for his Part One and Part Two videos on these Toyota Sienna vans, years 2004 to 2010.
He also has a video on the Second Generation Toyota sienna covering the electrical and chassis issues.
By educating yourself on the concerns and Warranty items, you can determine if the van is a good investment.
They don't “run forever.” No vehicle runs forever. For example, Honda Odessy vans had horrible transmission problems from 2001-2003.
So, low mileage is not as important as quality and proper maintenance.
But, if properly maintained, the Toyota Siennas have reliably run to between 250,000 - 350,000 miles.
That would imply that this can can go for another 250,000 miles - if it’s properly maintained.
Many, if not most of the Toyota Siennas that you’re seeing now are coming out of Auctions or Tow Yards, and sold by “car flippers” who refuse to provide even a Carfax for $45.
Cash sale only.
Firm on the price.
No offers will be considered.
No trades.
The price on the paperwork will be adjusted to help with DMV fees, which usually run about 10%, to save money for the new owner.
As you can see, not all records show up on the Carfax. The internal water pump and timing belt is recently replaced, an $1800 dealer item. It’s Not a DIY item!
Other work done includes some Suspension work, newer tires, brakes, and obviously items done by an owner.
It’s very easy to work on these vans for routine maintenance. For example, super easy do the Transmission fluid and filter; Engine oil and filter; Flush and change out coolant; basic maintenance per recommended schedule.
Lots of room to access these items.
But, one should use only genuine Toyota parts and fluids. purchased from a Dealer because Toyotas are very specific.
Also there’s many fake “Toyota” parts are on the web. Spending the extra money on Genuine Toyota parts and fluids is how they will last to 350,000 miles.
The warranty history is available at a dealer and I might be able to go get to it but idk.
Toyota offered extensive Warranty coverage - to the original owners on many items.
Thanks and provide a phone number if you want to take a look at it.
Thanks for reading.
