Thinking Of Buying 07 Avensis

[dee666]

i,m going to look at a 2007 1.8 t3x avensis tomorrow was looking for some advice on what to look for I.E general faults or possible signs of further problems i,m looking to buy from a local dealer {charles hurst used direct} many thanks

[T5NELtim]

Apart from the usual with any car...there are only minor things I think

Also on a car of that age I assume you will be getting 1 yr of warranty

Look for fsh and check which service is next (big cost difference between minor and major+) I always try and get a service included - also worth checking tyre wear as they can often be persuaded to put some new boots on.

Some people seem to suffer a lot with tone chips on bonnet so worth a check

There can be quite a few rattles and road noise so check you are happy with it on a bumpy drive

Brake feel is not always the best compared to other cars - check disc/pad life

Water entering front and rear lights appears as mist etc.

On that age the oil consumption issues are all fixed so it will only be minor stuff.

[Galad]

I've had a dealer supplied Tx3 petrol since 2009, 18 months old with just 5.7k on the clock. Never missed a beat and serviced by Mr T. Only real gripe is soft brake pedal-prefer firm pedal.