2001 Toyota Camry Solara Owner Ratings & Reviews

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2001 Toyota Camry Solara - Affordable convertible that seats 4.

Camry Solara Owner
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Overall
3.0
Value
2.0
Performance
3.0
Style
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Fuel Economy
2.0
Reliability
3.0
I bought this car on a whim after my last car died, and thought I'd indulge my midlife crisis with a convertible. It had nearly 200,000 miles on it, but was a Toyota, so thought I'd take a chance. It lasted well for about an additional 40,000K, but now is having so many problems that I'm going to have to junk it. But, it was worth the $3,000K I paid for it! The Solara is a Toyota Camry, so runs and feels very much like the popular Camry. The difference, aside from the automatic convertible top, is that there is a very small trunk. The car is comfortable, rides well, has nice leather seats, and seats four adults easily once they climb in through one of the two front doors (2 door car). It is also very stylish when the roof is down, and, while being 15 years old, impresses people upon fi... (more)
Story
It's a convertible - almost every drive with the top down is memorable. Just be sure you don't have any homework in the car, or it can fly away.
Pros
Automatic convertible - just push a button. Seats 4! Hard to find a convertible with seatbelts in the back for your kids. Runs like a Camry - because it is one!
Cons
The top is hard to maintain an leaks. It runs inside my car now. Doesn't seem to last as long as typical Toyotas. Very small trunk.

2001 Toyota Camry Solara - Overwhelmed and Underwhelmed

JR
Elgin, Illinois
Overall
3.0
Value
3.0
Performance
2.0
Style
2.0
Comfort
3.0
Fuel Economy
3.0
Reliability
2.0
My vehicle was used when I first came into possession of it. It's currently right on the cusp of reaching 200,000 miles and I'd say I have more or less at least gotten my money from it. It only has two doors, but there is a backseat area. It's a slight annoyance to have to get out of the driver seat first so the back passengers can exit. But despite there being only two doors and enough room for four additional passengers, I would consider the Toyota Solara to be quite roomy.
Story
Going to the local drive in movie theatre and enjoying the ambiance.
Pros
The engine in the Toyota Solara has been solid for as long as I've owned it. There have been many trips to the mechanic over the years, yet most are to be expected due to the car's age and the miles put on it. I typically only use my car for local travel, so the miles don't rack up much more. Also, with the size of the gas tank, I don't find myself at the gas pump as much as I used to.
Cons
I live in a state where it snows quite frequently. That means there is an excessive amount of salt on the road in the winter time. Even with washes to remove salt deposits it still leads to a fair amount of rust spots. My car is 15+ years old so some rust spots are to be expected, yet rust spots tend to stand out on my white car. When it comes to maintenance, the brake system has been the biggest cause for headaches. I also recently had to replace all of my tires and put in a new radiator. When something goes wrong with this car, it usually happens in twos or threes.

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