2005 Toyota Avalon
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THE PIC IS IN THIS LINK. I personnaly think it looks wierd, but cant wait for the 3.5L engine. 270hp.
Altima?
True. It is a bad scan but it gives you an idea. It's an excellent shot of the front but the rest of the car...it does it no justice. Trust me...once you see this car in real life the last you'll think of is an NISSAN.
Did anybody read Motor Trends note that the Sienna could get away with having a Lexus badge instead of a Toyota. We have a GS and compared to the new Avalon...this car is going to be the next Toyota that will have the same things said about it.
I've seen this car in 4 different stages of completion and I'm here to tell you...the build quality on this one is the best I've ever seen at TMMK. Toyota is FINALLY reacting to poor quality, small size and being under-powered. There are some really trick features to this one. I'm not sure if it's standard but every Avalon I've seen has Xenon headlights. Optional 17" wheels. 3 different interior "trim" colors...dark wood, light wood and a polished look. There are emergency keys but there's no place to stick it in the dash to start it. It's all push button baby. Push a button and the doors unlock...step on the brake pedal and the dash lights up then push the start button to start it. When you're done...push the same button to turn it off. Get out and it locks itself or again push the button on the outside handle to lock it quicker. The key or "sensor" that you carry in your pocket or purse is the same exact size as a real metal lighter...not one of those "flick your bic" lighters. Plus, this "key/sensor" is almost too toy-like...I think it's too light...but the one I had could've been a prototype...I've only seen one so far.
I've heard a few comments about the new Avalon (and it's going to be a 2006 not a 2005) but none of them had anything to do with an Altima. I think this car looks flag-ship worthy but I'm biased.
Once you see it in real life you'll know.
THE PIC IS IN THIS LINK. I personnaly think it looks wierd, but cant wait for the 3.5L engine. 270hp.
Altima?
True. It is a bad scan but it gives you an idea. It's an excellent shot of the front but the rest of the car...it does it no justice. Trust me...once you see this car in real life the last you'll think of is an NISSAN.
Did anybody read Motor Trends note that the Sienna could get away with having a Lexus badge instead of a Toyota. We have a GS and compared to the new Avalon...this car is going to be the next Toyota that will have the same things said about it.
I've seen this car in 4 different stages of completion and I'm here to tell you...the build quality on this one is the best I've ever seen at TMMK. Toyota is FINALLY reacting to poor quality, small size and being under-powered. There are some really trick features to this one. I'm not sure if it's standard but every Avalon I've seen has Xenon headlights. Optional 17" wheels. 3 different interior "trim" colors...dark wood, light wood and a polished look. There are emergency keys but there's no place to stick it in the dash to start it. It's all push button baby. Push a button and the doors unlock...step on the brake pedal and the dash lights up then push the start button to start it. When you're done...push the same button to turn it off. Get out and it locks itself or again push the button on the outside handle to lock it quicker. The key or "sensor" that you carry in your pocket or purse is the same exact size as a real metal lighter...not one of those "flick your bic" lighters. Plus, this "key/sensor" is almost too toy-like...I think it's too light...but the one I had could've been a prototype...I've only seen one so far.
I've heard a few comments about the new Avalon (and it's going to be a 2006 not a 2005) but none of them had anything to do with an Altima. I think this car looks flag-ship worthy but I'm biased.
Once you see it in real life you'll know.
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Originally posted by magneto112
http://www.camryman.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2577
THE PIC IS IN THIS LINK. I personnaly think it looks wierd, but cant wait for the 3.5L engine. 270hp.
Altima?
True. It is a bad scan but it gives you an idea. It's an excellent shot of the front but the rest of the car...it does it no justice. Trust me...once you see this car in real life the last you'll think of is an NISSAN.
Did anybody read Motor Trends note that the Sienna could get away with having a Lexus badge instead of a Toyota. We have a GS and compared to the new Avalon...this car is going to be the next Toyota that will have the same things said about it.
I've seen this car in 4 different stages of completion and I'm here to tell you...the build quality on this one is the best I've ever seen at TMMK. Toyota is FINALLY reacting to poor quality, small size and being under-powered. There are some really trick features to this one. I'm not sure if it's standard but every Avalon I've seen has Xenon headlights. Optional 17" wheels. 3 different interior "trim" colors...dark wood, light wood and a polished look. There are emergency keys but there's no place to stick it in the dash to start it. It's all push button baby. Push a button and the doors unlock...step on the brake pedal and the dash lights up then push the start button to start it. When you're done...push the same button to turn it off. Get out and it locks itself or again push the button on the outside handle to lock it quicker. The key or "sensor" that you carry in your pocket or purse is the same exact size as a real metal lighter...not one of those "flick your bic" lighters. Plus, this "key/sensor" is almost too toy-like...I think it's too light...but the one I had could've been a prototype...I've only seen one so far.
I've heard a few comments about the new Avalon (and it's going to be a 2006 not a 2005) but none of them had anything to do with an Altima. I think this car looks flag-ship worthy but I'm biased.
Once you see it in real life you'll know.
http://www.camryman.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2577
THE PIC IS IN THIS LINK. I personnaly think it looks wierd, but cant wait for the 3.5L engine. 270hp.
Altima?
True. It is a bad scan but it gives you an idea. It's an excellent shot of the front but the rest of the car...it does it no justice. Trust me...once you see this car in real life the last you'll think of is an NISSAN.
Did anybody read Motor Trends note that the Sienna could get away with having a Lexus badge instead of a Toyota. We have a GS and compared to the new Avalon...this car is going to be the next Toyota that will have the same things said about it.
I've seen this car in 4 different stages of completion and I'm here to tell you...the build quality on this one is the best I've ever seen at TMMK. Toyota is FINALLY reacting to poor quality, small size and being under-powered. There are some really trick features to this one. I'm not sure if it's standard but every Avalon I've seen has Xenon headlights. Optional 17" wheels. 3 different interior "trim" colors...dark wood, light wood and a polished look. There are emergency keys but there's no place to stick it in the dash to start it. It's all push button baby. Push a button and the doors unlock...step on the brake pedal and the dash lights up then push the start button to start it. When you're done...push the same button to turn it off. Get out and it locks itself or again push the button on the outside handle to lock it quicker. The key or "sensor" that you carry in your pocket or purse is the same exact size as a real metal lighter...not one of those "flick your bic" lighters. Plus, this "key/sensor" is almost too toy-like...I think it's too light...but the one I had could've been a prototype...I've only seen one so far.
I've heard a few comments about the new Avalon (and it's going to be a 2006 not a 2005) but none of them had anything to do with an Altima. I think this car looks flag-ship worthy but I'm biased.
Once you see it in real life you'll know.
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Originally posted by magneto112
http://www.camryman.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2577
THE PIC IS IN THIS LINK. I personnaly think it looks wierd, but cant wait for the 3.5L engine. 270hp.
http://www.camryman.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2577
THE PIC IS IN THIS LINK. I personnaly think it looks wierd, but cant wait for the 3.5L engine. 270hp.
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The interior is gorgeous and convincingly real with all the Lexus-like touches including a gated-shifter (a first on a North American Toyota, isn't it?).
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The exterior, on the other hand, could still be generated by some unofficial artist particularly because that California license plate has a pretty valid-looking number--when's the last time anyone has EVER seen an unreleased car with a regular license plate?
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The exterior of the Avalon should convey a moderate yet upscale feel to suit its target market. This rendering does not. Doesn't convince me, at least.
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Originally posted by SexySC
Why don't they just bring the Toyota Crown over. If they don't think it's big enough for the American market, just make a LWB version, it looks so much better than the Avalon.
Why don't they just bring the Toyota Crown over. If they don't think it's big enough for the American market, just make a LWB version, it looks so much better than the Avalon.
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Originally posted by lexusk8
I like the current Avalon better![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
I like the current Avalon better
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Originally posted by 1SICKLEX
Great find.
Great find.
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Yeah I love the interior of this car too, It kinda reminds me of the new interior of the Audi A6. But to me the exterior has much to desire. It just seems that it wasnt well thought out. I honestly thought we were gonna get the concpt crown over here, better luck next time. Hopefully this car looks a lot better in person or in color for that matter.
You could be right, it could be a artists rendering, but doubt it. That guy who says he works at the factory says thats the real deal. Time will tell.
I'm still excited about the new 6-cylinder. Hopefully it will find its way into more cars.
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Originally posted by XeroK00L
The interior is gorgeous and convincingly real with all the Lexus-like touches including a gated-shifter (a first on a North American Toyota, isn't it?).![Thumb Up](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
The interior is gorgeous and convincingly real with all the Lexus-like touches including a gated-shifter (a first on a North American Toyota, isn't it?).
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I'm registered on Camryman.org as SuperCharged, and I'm the one who posted that picture. Toyota insiders have said that IS indeed the new Avalon. Things to expect- 3.5L V-6 with 270HP/285 lb-ft of torque and a 5AT with sequential shift. It'll be LS430 sized with options like Xenon headlights, rear reclining seats and power sunshades. It will remain FWD and on a stretched Camry chassis, but might offer AWD.
That's all we know for now.
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That's all we know for now.
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Originally posted by squarehat
The 04 Solara (at least the V6 SLE I rode in) has a gated shifter with the plus/minus gate at the bottom (similar to the 04 LS 430). Looks great--translucent green plate against brushed alumninum, with a leather/aluminum ****.
The 04 Solara (at least the V6 SLE I rode in) has a gated shifter with the plus/minus gate at the bottom (similar to the 04 LS 430). Looks great--translucent green plate against brushed alumninum, with a leather/aluminum ****.
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Definitely keep us updated here as well. My dad is looking for a new sedan, but he doesn't like the current Avalon. He used to drive a Cressida back in the day, but he doesn't like the flashiness (to him) of a Lexus.