Possible Purchase '01 Soloara - hlp buying it Common Issues?
Hi,
I was unsure as to which section I would post, so I figured this would be the best place as it relates to the Gen 1 Solara.
I am currently in the process of looking for a new (used car) and within my budget I have narrowed it down to two cars. The 01-03 V6 SLE Solara or an 02 Altima 3.5 V6 SE. Both are amazing cars, but I am slightly biased towards Toyota and the overall refinement of the Camry/Soloara, etc.
Now with that said, I just wanted to know if there are any common "trouble" areas that I should look out for before I decide to purchase the car...is there any known issues, with the 3.0L V6. I am aware of the sludge issue, but I really think its due to neglect, but if anyone here can confirm that for me I would really appreciate it.
Ive pretty much driven Fords all my life 96 Probe GT, 1992 Cougar XR7 (5.0L - Mustang Motor) and a 1993 Ford Thunderbird SuperCoupe (Supercharged - 3.8 V6) so this would be first real foreign car (well full import as the Probe was essentially a Mazda)
Anyways, any help would be greatly appreciated.
With Regards,
Samir
I was unsure as to which section I would post, so I figured this would be the best place as it relates to the Gen 1 Solara.
I am currently in the process of looking for a new (used car) and within my budget I have narrowed it down to two cars. The 01-03 V6 SLE Solara or an 02 Altima 3.5 V6 SE. Both are amazing cars, but I am slightly biased towards Toyota and the overall refinement of the Camry/Soloara, etc.
Now with that said, I just wanted to know if there are any common "trouble" areas that I should look out for before I decide to purchase the car...is there any known issues, with the 3.0L V6. I am aware of the sludge issue, but I really think its due to neglect, but if anyone here can confirm that for me I would really appreciate it.
Ive pretty much driven Fords all my life 96 Probe GT, 1992 Cougar XR7 (5.0L - Mustang Motor) and a 1993 Ford Thunderbird SuperCoupe (Supercharged - 3.8 V6) so this would be first real foreign car (well full import as the Probe was essentially a Mazda)
Anyways, any help would be greatly appreciated.
With Regards,
Samir
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