Scotty says this model is better with a CVT transmission w/ 6 cylinder engine. The 6 speed trannie had trouble. Otherwise, and reliable car. ONly made for a couple years because the 6 speed failures gave it a terrible reputation.

Don't buy used car with non-functional A/C (if A/C is important to you). A/Cs can be expensive to fix. Scotty talks about the old Toyota Vans like I had. He liked them. They stopped making them because they were expensive to build :(

Best to avoid carguru website. Usual tricks and very few non-dealer sellers.

When parking on a hill, apply emergency brake before shifting to park. This puts the force that prevents the car from rolling down the hill on the brake and not the transmission.

AC Pro Super Seal recommended by Scotty for small AC leaks.