Feels good to have someone else so enthusiastic about weird cars like these, can't lie

Being reliable is such a good trait for a vehicle.. i think its big part of Toyota’s success

These gen Camry's are my favorite! Several years back I had a '06 LE 2.4 and it was an excellent car. Fast forward to today and I just got back into another! '05 XLE 3.0 absolutely love it!

There a million guys reviewing cars. But I like this guy. Easy to listen to and straight to point.

FYI: The 3MZ engine will give you 15+ horses with premium gas. The original SE suspension should be very stiff and tight. I guess the previous owner had replaced the shocks with OEM ones. Genuine parts for Gen5 Camry SE has been quite difficult to find already becuase SE trim was not more than 5% back then. I am still driving exactly the same Camry in Korea, and still it performs 185hp/27.5kgfm with 91 gas on dyno.

Hey bern, keep making videos man. You’ll look back at the end of the year and seen how much you grown. Keep up the good work.

This was my favorite car growing up, so it's nice to see it getting the appreciation it deserves. Thanks for this video!

I enjoyed this video very much and it was entertaining throughout. Thank you for sharing!

I have this exact same car ;same colour too. I bought it new in Dec 2004. The SE V6 is the best car of all time! Its V6 is smooth like butter, and very powerful. Handles like a sports car. Very nice interior and trunk is huge. Its lots of fun to drive. Exceleration is amazing. Over 19 years and very little maintenance required. Try to find a better car, but you won't.

Always liked this bodystyle. Still do! Thank you for this review!

Man, I'm looking at one of these today, and you've got me all excited to check it out. I'm coming from a 96 corolla, so I'm kinda stoked, lol

Yay, more Bern videos! Good to see you, how have you been?

I just subscribed. I love you review of "Normal" cars that the average everyday person can afford. (mostly). Your selection of fun, neat and interesting vehicles peaks my interest.

My mechanic drives the V6 Camry. He bought everyone in his fam a new car and he said this is one of the best Toyota’s ever made.

I have my lovely 2002 V6 LPG Camry and I'm totally in love with it!

You nailed it! 'most cars now are more or less computers.

Really nice presentation. Natural way of explaining. Many youtubers talk in a robotic way!

I have a 2003 model super reliable till now & only things i have changed is an alternator. Its big on space big boot reliable and very economical on highways highest i got was 14kmpl. And even being a sedan the GC is also gud . Love to see these generations camry on utube and u made a very nice unbiased video. 👍👍👍

well done! Nice production value and time and effort put into this. I'm a subscriber. I drive a 2002 Toyota Camry V6 XLE.

I used to have a 2005 Toyota Camry Ateva. I engine swapped it for the higher compressed and slightly larger Sportivo 2AZ-FE and it's based on this car. Maybe a little better. The two rear speakers above the rear seats were actually from stock in Australia Kenwood dedicated subwoofers. Depending on where you live, resulted on your audio setup. In Australia we got Kenwood stock, in America was JBL, early Japanese models were fitted from what I believe to be Pioneer.

My mom got a 2005 Camry XLE V6 about 10 uears ago with about 40K miles. It now has 65K miles and still drives just fine and good quality. Did have to replace the Alternator and belt last year, battery evey 3-4 years. But now its leaking oil feom the engine seals, so now it has to be opened ans have rhe upper and lower seal replaced (about $700).

I love my 2002 Camry but mine was the le with the 2.4. Super comfortable reliable and the build quality was great and I don’t know if anyone else corrected you but this is the 5th gen Camry and the one you’re reviewing is the 5.5 refresh. The 5th gen was the last gen they went all out on in my opinion. Even the base trim came with a full size spare. I drove its predecessors the 6th gen 2011 the 7th gen 2016 and the new 8th 2023 and the only one comparable to the 5th gen in comfort and ride quality is the new 8th gen in the le trim. These Camrys are known for longevity and reliability mine still ran like a brand new car when it was totaled at 300,000 miles. I replaced it with a 7th gen accord se and I can say I made a downgrade big time

More hooptie reviews please? Also did you see that corolla gr, what are your thoughts on it? I freaking love it already lol

i had one of these, they're great and fast

Toyota Camry is very popular in the Gulf especially in my country Saudi Arabia and you can find it everywhere and it is in good condition so far. It's one of the best things Toyota has ever made, and I own a unit like it. It's very durable and fast compared to midsize cars, especially if it's a manual transmission, fun to drive, and has excellent acceleration.

I own a 2003 4 banger with a manual transmission. I also put on a cold air intake and cat back exhaust. 379 kms and still runs like the first day I bought her back in 03 and yes I bought her brand new. It's also the fourth Toyota I've owned. Back back in the day when my hommies were grabing Honda Subbies etc I got The corrola and modded the ish out of them. Bullet proof engine

I have the same exact model, except it’s a 4 cylinder, I love it. Just got it w 163k

It's a older car but the design aged very well. The 7th Gen Accord I'd pick over it every time though ❤

I had a 2008 Lexus Ls460 several years ago and sold it. I bought a 2006 Toyota Camry LE V6 with the 3.0 engine as a beater car until I found the right 2013+ LS460 for sale. 4 1/2 years later and it's my main car 😄. So relaxing owning a car with few electronics to fail. Low maintenance and relaxing to drive. The V6 really makes it special. It has sneaky sleeper power and many drivers are probably surprised by it when I pass them. 2002-2006 are the last of the best old school Camry.

SE of this generation was my first car and it never ever got me into any trouble no sir

I need one of these cars so bad. I would love to run an intercooler small single turbo set up and run maybe 6 lbs of boost through it, maybe hope for 300 hp and a bunch of torque like these motors are. I think that would be a lot of fun. of course I’d need to to completely custom because there’s no real turbo kits for this car. Dad used to have one and even stock it could max out the speedo at 140. Beautiful quirky car.

Great review, will you review any newer cars any time soon?

I love that you did this review. I'm in the process of getting a 2002 le with 68k miles from a family friend. I like that you said you would change out the radio/tape deck.Was considering that. I'm now going to get blue tooth system w/back up camera. I'm Toyota loyal. I currently have a 2005 black convertible Solara w/168 k miles hope I can get a couple of $$$s for it. New subscriber👍🏿❣️

exact same thing as my 2007 Highlander 😊

The 2002 to 2006 are still my favorite body styles to this day. I know you made this video a year ago, but just some info about the car (I know way, way to much about the 5th gen Camry) The rear sunshade was an option on the SE an XLE, the gauge orange color is specific to the SE, and the JBL stereo was only had 6 speakers with no sub, the 5 speed manual was standard with the 2.4 engine in the SE, and the 3 spoke steering wheel was only available for the SE. I currently drive a 2005 Camry LE V-6 but mine has the 3.0 V-6. The 3.3 wasn't available in the LE or the XLE.

Correction: this is the 5th gen Camry, 6th gen is from 2007-2011, 7th gen is from 2012-2014, 7.5 from 2015 -2017. The 7.5 gen is different enough from the early 7th gen to be called the 8th gen, IMO. Oh, BTW, the SE wasn't the top trim, that was the XLE. So the trims were LE, SE, XLE (not sure if there was a CE trim with the 5th generation, that was the base in the 4th generation).

I remember that they also had manual transmission Camry SE's some of them were loaded with all the features of the XLE. Some of the SE's also had body kits with skirts and front lips.

I used to be obsessed with these Camrys as I had a 2003 5 speed manual. Australia had and option for a V6 manual because their Camrys were built on their land for their market. Japan also had their own AWD Camry for this generation.

I like this channel cause it’s only show hoopty like my car

A friend of our family bought a brand new 1998 Camry that he let me drive when I got my permit. Loved the way it drove. Then back in 2003 had two co workers buy this generation Camry. Both were very nice. I said I always wanted a Camry. I ended up buying a 2014 Camry had nothing but issues with that one. Gave Camry another chance, and now have a 2018 Camry having issues with this one as well. I think I'm switching over to Honda. But the Camry is a nice car to look at from a far.

2003 xle v6, same body style best car i ever owned, next to 2000 lexus es300, same car just a bit more luxury. Last forever and makes caddy feel like a yugo.

Looking for this gen camry as a second car love them imo very stylish

I had the fully loaded se 4cyl 2005 model manual in gun metal grey. Very reliable and i sold it with 305,000km. Only thing i dislike was too much wheel slip.

I Toyota Camry has a lot of space you can fit five people in that vehicle. Great on gas everything you want in a Japanese vehicle props to you bro you gave me great information about the Toyota Camry

Watching this made me discover the full size spare in my 05 camry se😅

Dope intro

I bought a 2006 Hyundai Sonata back in 2005, big mistake! Wishing I bought a 2005 Toyota Camry back then, after owning the Sonata I broke down and bought a 2016 Toyota Camry SE in 2015! Thank you for showing me what I could've had!😉

Awesomeness

Good Morning wanted to know will you be anymore videos on the lexus gs 430 Selena any updates

How much does the car go for? I would like to get one to Nigeria

You know I really like my Japan built 2002 xv30 Camry LE with 5-speed manual. The only complaint I have right now is the amount of rattle that came from the interior. Don't have time to look into it as of this time

Hi I just bought a 2006 Avalon XL with 106.000 miles on it and I love it . Do you like them and what are your thoughts ?

Toyota in Australia gave us a sport model but a different trim name and fairly different We got a fair amount of trim levels And 3 or 4 versions of each trim Our sport model is called a "Sportivo" added the following wing, bodykit, sportier suspension and interior (including bigger seat bolsters) and the facelift model got a sportier grill with TRD styling, and silver interior trims, black light bezels front and rear Black or gold badges could be options Sunroof was optional Leather was optional (but personally the fabric is better) And was available in 4cyl auto or manual And V6 auto or manual Unfortunately we missed out on 17's tho they were North america only but tbh who ever buys a sportivo is either granny driving or changing the wheels anyway The sportivo V6 also had the tiniest power increase but the powerband was stretched out longer

2002-2006 is the 5th gen Camry. The XLE gets rear vents in the middle, auto climate control, and a power passenger seat. Soft touch interiors, great build quality on this gen. I find the seat very supportive and comfortable. The 6th gen, 2007-2011, seats are not as good and the quality went downhill.

Excellent car

I have a 2005 Acura MDX great car but I need something smaller and this seems to be in my interest thanks 🎉subscribed !!

Wait a second is an OLGSHS sweatshirt? Where are you? I graduated 2010. I see you’re wearing that matching shoes. I have a GS460 you could review, super rare.

I’m going to look at this exact model car today. I’m a single mom with 3 kids still at home, 1 pre teen & 2 teen ( 6ft + tall ) boys. I’ve been trying to find a vehicle that will be reliable & last me since March but have yet to find anything! My dad found this one with only 137000 miles. In your opinion would this car be a reliable choice for me? Id really appreciate if you could give me your opinion on if it would be a good purchase for me? Thanks so much!

Missed making these dealership “hooptie” reviews lol

Nice example of an old Camry.

2023 and I want one for daily driver so bad

I have a 2015 Camry XSE 4 cylinder, not bad for a 4 banger, gets out of its own way pretty well, pretty zippy, but I would love to have a V6 XSE.

Just raced a 2006 Accord v6 sedan 3 times in my 3.0 v6 2005 camry the other day and i walked him every time, i must admit i'm a little modded tho.

Did they end up selling it or is it still in stock

4:09 he said "Camry" like that for almost 20 years😂.

awesome to see someone "reviewing" my actual car. Especially the "rarer" 3.3L v6 trim. It's just so much different from all the others. edit: my transmission is not that smooth lol. 209k miles on it though. Shift from 1st to 2nd is rough.

11:46 what was that?

My mother still has her 2005 Camry SE V6 with 305,000 miles. I have a 2006 Toyota Solara V6 with 150,000 miles that I bought used in 2009 and still rolling today. I will say that the Solara had a better interior, almost Lexus like.

Transmission cable

In 2005 they killed the Camry in Europe 😢 In 2019 it was reintroduced as a hybrid only. I drive a 2001 2.2 automatic 😊

Toyota Camry everybody wants that vehicle the price is Japanese they make very reliable cars pick you up a Toyota Camry and a Toyota Corolla thumbs up Toyota 👍👍👍

i have the exact car!

If I can find a 2002 thru 2015 thats in decent condition either with a 4 or 6 cylinder, I'll surely buy it!! Time for my 11' Chevy Cruze to go! Way too many problems out of it. Should've bought a Toyota in the first place.

I would still pick the 05 or 07 accord over this looks like a better built car.

Would you keep it?

If you live in the mountains, especially at high altitude, you'll want the v6 to keep up with everybody

I had a 2003 camry with almost 427k sold it to my brother he’s still drives it

It's so plain but it's got a little bit of personality sprinkled on top, not bad.. not bad at all.

steller... they don't make the like this anymore. big up yourself

The 2az can make more power than the v6, especially after the supercharger or turbo there is a built az drift car making 900hp

Please bring it back TOYOTA D:

Hi guys! I have same car 2006 XLE B/B 17000 miles only.

Yes! I hate this body style but I love the underpinnings.

dan mason!!!!!!!!!!

The new ones are fast too 301hp NA v6 and a regular 8 speed automatic

Good day this 2005 Camry SE it's a 5th generation Camry not a sixth generation Camry I know because I have two of them 2004 and 2006

dude, what are you wearing?

The only problem are the brakes at high speeds :\

V6 gas guzzler?

It's a 5th gen not a 6th gen

The title should be “the 2005 Toyota Camry is the best sedan ever made” Haters like you would even agree. 😅

black doug demero

Hey Bern, I traded something you might like *tosses keys*

This doesn't even scream boy racer everywhere how can this be a sports sedan⁉️

I bet my LX could smoke this

I just can’t get behind a sporty camry. Especially this era. Just doesn’t work imo

Not a true care enthusiast. Don’t downplay your reviews!

Did you take the Toyota Camry to the gas station? You are very low on gas bro you don’t wanna drive it that low go to the gas station ASAP Toyota Camry V6.

it's really plain and boring to drive

Not made in Japan is nightmare of the begin.