1994 Toyota Previa

94 PREVIA LE/SC WORLD'S BEST VAN

By PAMELA (VA) on Thursday, April 25, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 120,000

Pros: "Lots of space, comfort and incredible reliability"

Cons: "Wish it were AWD"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"It's the SC model and it's got plenty of get up and go. It was maxed out on options. I still have the original window sticker of $36, 599!!! It's the best car I've ever owned besides my old Lexus LS400. People stop me all the time trying to buy it. I can haul my kayak inside by laying all the seats flat. I believe this is the best automobile Toyota ever made. A lot of Toyota mechanics agree."

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I am so glad that I chose this minivan.

By Stevie (CO) on Sunday, April 07, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 140,386

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"This toyota has gone the extra mile even when there has been adverse conditions of the road. It is a classic and a pleasure to drive. The car has features that qualify it to be brought back in current manufacturing. I would most likely purchase another one. The cargo area it adquate for larger loads,along with the passenger seating is people & pet friendly. There really is no outstanding defects that would cause me to not trust this minivan on a long road trip. I love this car & have no intention to sell but will pass on to my children,confidently."

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91 toyota previa double sunroof

By 91 previa dude (CA) on Tuesday, February 05, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 209,000

Pros: "fun to drive, lots of room, space age design"

Cons: "under powered at 138hp, average mpg is only 18"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

detailing my previa

"Best van on the planet. I would say, don't over heat it though. My ex- wife over heated mine and blow the head gasket. It's all fixed now and I was able to do the work myself for around $1400. Witch is not bad considering I used all Toyota parts and changed a bunch more stuff that wasn't needed but just to insure ill get another 200,000 out of the engine. Van is a bit underpowered for its size and weight but get decent gas mileage at an average of 18mpg.. fun van to drive and loads of room for all. Dual sunroofs are a plus but are getting harder to find. I wouldn't sell my beloved Samantha( previa) to anyone"

2 people out of 2 found this review helpful

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MOST RELIABLE VEHICLE I HAVE EVER OWNED!!!

By Petey (IL) on Sunday, December 02, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 100,450

Pros: "Great shape, aerodynamic, sleek looking, reliable"

Cons: "Not enough lighting inside, dome lighting too dim"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

SLEEK LOOKING MINIVAN

"I love this minivan. It just turned 100,450 miles and I keep saying I will take it to 1,000,000 miles. As long as I do regular oil changes and wash the body and undercarriage regularly as insurance against rust, I can continue to drive this 18 + year old minivan. I carried my family to multiple states to and from east coast many times, drive daily to work, carry wood and drywall, parts, groceries, etc. with no problems. It has the original engine, timing chain, water pump, alternator, and radiator all working great. Acceleration is decent but could be more powerful but not necessarily needed in daily driving. If I had any more room in driveway, I'd buy another for my son to take to medical school."

3 people out of 3 found this review helpful

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1991 265,000 owned since new.

By richprevia (OH) on Saturday, October 06, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 265,000

Pros: "handeling ,reliable, good mpg on highway"

Cons: "very hard to work on ,need factory service manual"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"Great design ,fun to drive reliable. Need to be your own mechanic as not many mechanics can deal with the motor in the middle of the van. Now that its older it is very hard to get parts for it."

4 people out of 4 found this review helpful

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I bought this car new!

By Lainerz (CA) on Friday, April 06, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 219,000

Pros: "Great visibility"

Cons: "Mid-engine under driver's seat - not terrific"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Simply THE best car - wish I could find another one! Original engine, brakes, struts. I need an oil gasket and auto trans gasket, but I LOVE it."

3 people out of 3 found this review helpful

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