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2003 Toyota Avalon Xl Sedan 3.0l Burgundy W/2-tone Tan Int. Rear Spoiler/jbl on 2040-cars
Year:2003
Mileage:68725
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When an opportunity presented itself, I purchased the car as a surprise
for my newly licensed daughter to drive. After much more thought,
we've determined that she will need a small SUV with a hatchback to
commute to and from college. She loves the sedan, but unfortunately it's
not practical for her needs.
My best friend in CA owned this car, and he took excellent care of it. I've known this vehicle since he purchased it -new, from the dealership. I cancelled my return flight, and drove it to the midwest from CA. It performed perfectly. I was amazed at the 'big car' feel - at 80mph through Nevada and Utah, I thought I was going 55 or 60. When I didn't have cruise control activated... I 'accidentally' got up to 90+ a few times, without realizing that I was traveling that fast. Tires are in good shape (see photo). The trunk interior is immaculate - the spare tire and toolset have never been used. The original Toyota First-Aid Kit is still intact and also unused. There is a small vertical surface scratch down the center of the back bumper where a handle on the garage door slid across the bumper when it was opened. This is a luxury sedan of it's time, and I am saddened that we will not keep it because I believe that it will be a very low-maintenance, good-mileage, solid vehicle... particularly for a young driver. It's an extremely good value. |
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