I need to pick up something for my 50-ish mile (each way) commute, which is 85% Highway and 15% City. Local place with good rep has a low mileage 2010 Camry LE with the 3.5L V6 (2GR-FE I guess?) for a good price. Apparently this engine is a beast.
I'm leaning towards the V6 because, hey, V6 power, but mostly better ride due to heavier weight. EPA is 19/28 but apparently these things due well on the highway. If I get 24/25 that'll be fine. Car has 16" wheels which is good for me, not a fan of 18's due to harsh ride and tire cost.
But before I spring I want to make sure there's no smoking guns on this engine or vehicle. I see there's some folks who suffered from early water pump failure, apparently that can be caught early just by checking the coolant level often. I'm already in that habit (2005 Honda Pilot needed constant monitoring until the radiator finally gave out, common problem for that model year). Early guidance was to pull the engine to replace, later disconnect a few things to get to it.
Anything more I should consider? Snow performance is not a big deal. If it snows I can work from home.
I'm leaning towards the V6 because, hey, V6 power, but mostly better ride due to heavier weight. EPA is 19/28 but apparently these things due well on the highway. If I get 24/25 that'll be fine. Car has 16" wheels which is good for me, not a fan of 18's due to harsh ride and tire cost.
But before I spring I want to make sure there's no smoking guns on this engine or vehicle. I see there's some folks who suffered from early water pump failure, apparently that can be caught early just by checking the coolant level often. I'm already in that habit (2005 Honda Pilot needed constant monitoring until the radiator finally gave out, common problem for that model year). Early guidance was to pull the engine to replace, later disconnect a few things to get to it.
Anything more I should consider? Snow performance is not a big deal. If it snows I can work from home.