On May 27, 10:37*pm, HK wrote:
Calif Bill wrote:
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Don White wrote:
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I mentioned the RAV4 to my younger daughter. She wouldn't think of
owning one. Her comment, "Dad, that's a *pansy* car!"

I just thought I'd share that with you.

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John H
That's really too bad and an indicator of why the American Auto Industry
is in such bad shape.
You should be more responsible in providing fatherly advice.
What do you think a US gallon of gas will cost in a couple of years
after the recovery?

It's too bad the ejaculates who whine about the RAV4 know very little
about it.

Car and Driver magazine likes it:

"The RAV4 is a C/D favorite, having won a recent comparison test of eight
of its competitors as well as back-to-back 5Best Trucks awards. What we
like most about the RAV4 is its refined, carlike demeanor. Available in
front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the RAV4 isn't exactly ready to
conquer serious off-road trails, but its ground clearance and all-wheel
drive do allow it to tackle inclement weather with ease. The excellent
fuel economy of the four-cylinder, decent driving dynamics, and massive
interior space put the RAV4 at the head of its class. The V-6-powered
model is a rocket, but may be overkill for most buyers."

Consumer Reports has it at the top of the small SUVs and at least two
Canadian cable auto programs rate it tops.
Johnny & his Dope Army irregulars are probably stuck in the 1st or 2nd
generation version.
Mine is the 3rd generation and this year they gave us a larger engine with
13 more horsepower.
Johnny PrepH may not know that my '09 RAV4 4 cylinder has 26% more power
than my old Plymouth Voyager with it's 3.0 V6
and 21% more than my '06 Ranger PU with its 3.0 V6.

But . . . . pink?

Pink is just another color. I saw a Toyota Camry today with a factory
green color that reminded me of...puke.

I like the RAV4. Typically Toyota - well-designed, nicely assembled,
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Like you are now a car expert?? Oh, the narcissism! Funny, you're too
stupid to know how stupid you're acting!

On Thu, 28 May 2009 04:57:11 -0700 (PDT), wrote:

I like the RAV4. Typically Toyota - well-designed, nicely assembled,
Toyota reliability.- Hide quoted text -

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Like you are now a car expert?? Oh, the narcissism! Funny, you're too
stupid to know how stupid you're acting!

The Toyota landcruiser a friend bought in 1970 came with a starting
crank. That is reliable. Starts unaided with a dead battery. A feature
that should be common.

Casady

Richard Casady wrote:
On Thu, 28 May 2009 04:57:11 -0700 (PDT), wrote:

I like the RAV4. Typically Toyota - well-designed, nicely assembled,
Toyota reliability.- Hide quoted text -

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Like you are now a car expert?? Oh, the narcissism! Funny, you're too
stupid to know how stupid you're acting!

The Toyota landcruiser a friend bought in 1970 came with a starting
crank. That is reliable. Starts unaided with a dead battery. A feature
that should be common.

Casady

We have a 2004 4Runner with the V8. More than 110,000 miles. Most
reliable car we have ever owned. No expenditures but for routine
service, expendables, a set of tires, brake pads, and a battery. Nothing
has broken or fallen off. Starts every time, no matter the weather.
That's a major reason why I'm looking at a Lexus and the top of the line
Toyota sedan. I think the Japanese some time ago passed the Germans as
builders of the top-quality cars.

On May 28, 1:22*pm, HK wrote:
Richard Casady wrote:
On Thu, 28 May 2009 04:57:11 -0700 (PDT), wrote:

I like the RAV4. Typically Toyota - well-designed, nicely assembled,
Toyota reliability.- Hide quoted text -

- Show quoted text -
Like you are now a car expert?? Oh, the narcissism! Funny, you're too
stupid to know how stupid you're acting!

The Toyota landcruiser a friend bought in 1970 came with a starting
crank. That is reliable. Starts unaided with a dead battery. A feature
that should be common.

Casady

We have a 2004 4Runner with the V8. More than 110,000 miles. Most
reliable car we have ever owned. No expenditures but for routine
service, expendables, a set of tires, brake pads, and a battery. Nothing
has broken or fallen off. Starts every time, no matter the weather.
That's a major reason why I'm looking at a Lexus and the top of the line
Toyota sedan. I think the Japanese some time ago passed the Germans as
builders of the top-quality cars.

You've never had a vehicle that went 110k miles without problems
before?????
Do you union buddies like you driving made in Japan cars?

HK wrote:
Richard Casady wrote:
On Thu, 28 May 2009 04:57:11 -0700 (PDT), wrote:

I like the RAV4. Typically Toyota - well-designed, nicely assembled,
Toyota reliability.- Hide quoted text -

- Show quoted text -
Like you are now a car expert?? Oh, the narcissism! Funny, you're too
stupid to know how stupid you're acting!

The Toyota landcruiser a friend bought in 1970 came with a starting
crank. That is reliable. Starts unaided with a dead battery. A feature
that should be common.

Casady

We have a 2004 4Runner with the V8. More than 110,000 miles. Most
reliable car we have ever owned. No expenditures but for routine
service, expendables, a set of tires, brake pads, and a battery. Nothing
has broken or fallen off. Starts every time, no matter the weather.
That's a major reason why I'm looking at a Lexus and the top of the line
Toyota sedan. I think the Japanese some time ago passed the Germans as
builders of the top-quality cars.

That sedan should serve as a fine tow vehicle.

On May 28, 1:06*pm, Richard Casady
wrote:
On Thu, 28 May 2009 04:57:11 -0700 (PDT), wrote:
I like the RAV4. Typically Toyota - well-designed, nicely assembled,
Toyota reliability.- Hide quoted text -

- Show quoted text -

Like you are now a car expert?? Oh, the narcissism! Funny, you're too
stupid to know how stupid you're acting!

The Toyota landcruiser a friend bought in 1970 came with a starting
crank. That is reliable. Starts unaided with a dead battery. A feature
that should be common.

Casady

Yep, back when they were THE vehicle for the desert or bush. The
landcruiser, like all Toyotas are now just another road vehicle.