Good morning car gurus.
I want to buy a direct tokunbor 2002 toyota sienna which will be used mostly for haulage between lagos, benin and warri.
What are d likely problems am to encounter using this vehicle in terms of engine, gear, steering, suspension problems.
I will be glad to hear from u guys.
NB
I can only afford this particular model as d more recent models are above my budget.

If it's not haulage of people good, you won't have heat issues when there is no AC.

The CE has not tint so no need of tint permit but ensure the CE you are buying has roof rack. Also the CE rear windows aren't automatic you have to open it manually which is stressful. CE has middle bench seat against captain arm in the other trims but the bench makes it easy to empty the sienna of seat for more cargo space and can easily seat 3 people against 2 for captain arm chairs

The symphony edition is the best you get good audio system and more speakers with probably a middle mirror that has temp and location telling.

LE and XLE are the other trims with some LE having fabric seat instead of leather.

For parts as at the time I was in charge of maintenance, I did say it is the cheapest car I have ever owned b4 the advent of buhari,

Engine was 100-120k still on my factory engine

Gear was 50k to 90k still on my factory gear

Shocks front Chinese new 20k for both still using since 2018

Shocks rear Chinese new 15k for both still using since 2019

Front rotor complete brandnew 10k for both legs changed 2018 still using it

Rear drum setup 15k for both never changed but rust showed me shege, I changed minor parts here, springs, drum lining hook etc was very cheap.

If you have problem with the fuel pump, the tank must always come down and mechanic go bill you like 3 to 5k just to unbolt and bolt the tank only minus workmanship, yeah it's a serious work that gives neck cramps if the tank hits the ground often (mine was hooked by tree stomp during my garri hauling days) bye bye to fuel sender unit, your fuel gauge would always show error forever.

I never had problem with engine used 5w40 for 6 years, no smoke no delay, I was only stranded once when my AC compressor froze and the water pump, alternator belt shred to pieces.

If you refuse to change gear oil at regular intervals I did say you will change your gear as soon as possible especially high mileage vehicles, change transmission fluid every 1 and 1-half years if not sorry is your case, I know 6 people who changed gear because of that, that's how I knew the gear price then.

Headlamps start fading after you change the bulb to those in naija except you get original Philip bulbs.

Engine seals may start leaking oil especially at the rear of the engine, a job which is a bit uncomfortable.

Steering rack from what I gathered was 30k, it leaks and hardens when idle but soft when moving. Mine started leaking after a year even till now.

Be careful of Canadian or snowy region import rust tend to affect their underneath, I broke 2 lower arms and it destroyed a brand new tire I just thank God I wasn't on speed else nah accident be that. I fixed rust which was minimal as the rusted parts were changeable but my chassis was okay no rust

Lastly the drum brakes hate water (flood) they will just bind, I battled this several, i just eventually stopped using the hand brake and bought good brake lining.

Bought mine tokunbo 2014 still own it but rarely driven

nurey:
If it's not haulage of people good, you won't have heat issues when there is no AC.

The CE has not tint so no need of tint permit but ensure the CE you are buying has roof rack. Also the CE rear windows aren't automatic you have to open it manually which is stressful. CE has middle bench seat against captain arm in the other trims but the bench makes it easy to empty the sienna of seat for more cargo space and can easily seat 3 people against 2 for captain arm chairs

The symphony edition is the best you get good audio system and more speakers with probably a middle mirror that has temp and location telling.

LE and XLE are the other trims with some LE having fabric seat instead of leather.

For parts as at the time I was in charge of maintenance, I did say it is the cheapest car I have ever owned b4 the advent of buhari,

Engine was 100-120k still on my factory engine

Gear was 50k to 90k still on my factory gear

Shocks front Chinese new 20k for both still using since 2018

Shocks rear Chinese new 15k for both still using since 2019

Front rotor complete brandnew 10k for both legs changed 2018 still using it

Rear drum setup 15k for both never changed but rust showed me shege, I changed minor parts here, springs, drum lining hook etc was very cheap.

If you have problem with the fuel pump, the tank must always come down and mechanic go bill you like 3 to 5k just to unbolt and bolt the tank only minus workmanship, yeah it's a serious work that gives neck cramps if the tank hits the ground often (mine was hooked by tree stomp during my garri hauling days) bye bye to fuel sender unit, your fuel gauge would always show error forever.

I never had problem with engine used 5w40 for 6 years, no smoke no delay, I was only stranded once when my AC compressor froze and the water pump, alternator belt shred to pieces.

If you refuse to change gear oil at regular intervals I did say you will change your gear as soon as possible especially high mileage vehicles, change transmission fluid every 1 and 1-half years if not sorry is your case, I know 6 people who changed gear because of that, that's how I knew the gear price then.

Headlamps start fading after you change the bulb to those in naija except you get original Philip bulbs.

Engine seals may start leaking oil especially at the rear of the engine, a job which is a bit uncomfortable.

Steering rack from what I gathered was 30k, it leaks and hardens when idle but soft when moving. Mine started leaking after a year even till now.

Be careful of Canadian or snowy region import rust tend to affect their underneath, I broke 2 lower arms and it destroyed a brand new tire I just thank God I wasn't on speed else nah accident be that. I fixed rust which was minimal as the rusted parts were changeable but my chassis was okay no rust

Lastly the drum brakes hate water (flood) they will just bind, I battled this several, i just eventually stopped using the hand brake and bought good brake lining.

Bought mine tokunbo 2014 still own it but rarely driven

very analytical. Thanks a lot.

rexlims:
very analytical. Thanks a lot.

The engine is now 300k plus for borale and 700k plus for full engine, you're also very correct about the gearbox. The steering rack is what I hate most with the first gen sienna followed by the britle door handles, it doesn't matter whether you're replacing with used or brand new, they'd still break like ore plantain chips.
But overall 1st gen sienna's are solid rides

chiefbuchiV12:

The engine is now 300k plus for borale and 700k plus for full engine, you're also very correct about the gearbox. The steering rack is what I hate most with the first gen sienna followed by the britle door handles, it doesn't matter whether you're replacing with used or brand new, they'd still break like ore plantain chips.
But overall 1st gen sienna's are solid rides

Wait ooh, you mean a 1mzfe is 300k now, chai what a nonsense economy we dey so.

nurey:


Wait ooh, you mean a 1mzfe is 300k now, chai what a nonsense economy we dey so.

700k full engine

nurey:


Wait ooh, you mean a 1mzfe is 300k now, chai what a nonsense economy we dey so.

E been shock me too, though my kazeem claims it shouldn't be true

nurey:
If it's not haulage of people good, you won't have heat issues when there is no AC.

The CE has not tint so no need of tint permit but ensure the CE you are buying has roof rack. Also the CE rear windows aren't automatic you have to open it manually which is stressful. CE has middle bench seat against captain arm in the other trims but the bench makes it easy to empty the sienna of seat for more cargo space and can easily seat 3 people against 2 for captain arm chairs

The symphony edition is the best you get good audio system and more speakers with probably a middle mirror that has temp and location telling.

LE and XLE are the other trims with some LE having fabric seat instead of leather.

For parts as at the time I was in charge of maintenance, I did say it is the cheapest car I have ever owned b4 the advent of buhari,

Engine was 100-120k still on my factory engine

Gear was 50k to 90k still on my factory gear

Shocks front Chinese new 20k for both still using since 2018

Shocks rear Chinese new 15k for both still using since 2019

Front rotor complete brandnew 10k for both legs changed 2018 still using it

Rear drum setup 15k for both never changed but rust showed me shege, I changed minor parts here, springs, drum lining hook etc was very cheap.

If you have problem with the fuel pump, the tank must always come down and mechanic go bill you like 3 to 5k just to unbolt and bolt the tank only minus workmanship, yeah it's a serious work that gives neck cramps if the tank hits the ground often (mine was hooked by tree stomp during my garri hauling days) bye bye to fuel sender unit, your fuel gauge would always show error forever.

I never had problem with engine used 5w40 for 6 years, no smoke no delay, I was only stranded once when my AC compressor froze and the water pump, alternator belt shred to pieces.

If you refuse to change gear oil at regular intervals I did say you will change your gear as soon as possible especially high mileage vehicles, change transmission fluid every 1 and 1-half years if not sorry is your case, I know 6 people who changed gear because of that, that's how I knew the gear price then.

Headlamps start fading after you change the bulb to those in naija except you get original Philip bulbs.

Engine seals may start leaking oil especially at the rear of the engine, a job which is a bit uncomfortable.

Steering rack from what I gathered was 30k, it leaks and hardens when idle but soft when moving. Mine started leaking after a year even till now.

Be careful of Canadian or snowy region import rust tend to affect their underneath, I broke 2 lower arms and it destroyed a brand new tire I just thank God I wasn't on speed else nah accident be that. I fixed rust which was minimal as the rusted parts were changeable but my chassis was okay no rust

Lastly the drum brakes hate water (flood) they will just bind, I battled this several, i just eventually stopped using the hand brake and bought good brake lining.

Bought mine tokunbo 2014 still own it but rarely driven

Thanks for sharing. Your analysis were on point.

So, do you still do haulage?

Idaytesj29:


Thanks for sharing.

So, do you still do haulage?

No

nurey:


No

Okay

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nurey:
If it's not haulage of people good, you won't have heat issues when there is no AC.

The CE has not tint so no need of tint permit but ensure the CE you are buying has roof rack. Also the CE rear windows aren't automatic you have to open it manually which is stressful. CE has middle bench seat against captain arm in the other trims but the bench makes it easy to empty the sienna of seat for more cargo space and can easily seat 3 people against 2 for captain arm chairs

The symphony edition is the best you get good audio system and more speakers with probably a middle mirror that has temp and location telling.

LE and XLE are the other trims with some LE having fabric seat instead of leather.

For parts as at the time I was in charge of maintenance, I did say it is the cheapest car I have ever owned b4 the advent of buhari,

Engine was 100-120k still on my factory engine

Gear was 50k to 90k still on my factory gear

Shocks front Chinese new 20k for both still using since 2018

Shocks rear Chinese new 15k for both still using since 2019

Front rotor complete brandnew 10k for both legs changed 2018 still using it

Rear drum setup 15k for both never changed but rust showed me shege, I changed minor parts here, springs, drum lining hook etc was very cheap.

If you have problem with the fuel pump, the tank must always come down and mechanic go bill you like 3 to 5k just to unbolt and bolt the tank only minus workmanship, yeah it's a serious work that gives neck cramps if the tank hits the ground often (mine was hooked by tree stomp during my garri hauling days) bye bye to fuel sender unit, your fuel gauge would always show error forever.

I never had problem with engine used 5w40 for 6 years, no smoke no delay, I was only stranded once when my AC compressor froze and the water pump, alternator belt shred to pieces.

If you refuse to change gear oil at regular intervals I did say you will change your gear as soon as possible especially high mileage vehicles, change transmission fluid every 1 and 1-half years if not sorry is your case, I know 6 people who changed gear because of that, that's how I knew the gear price then.

Headlamps start fading after you change the bulb to those in naija except you get original Philip bulbs.

Engine seals may start leaking oil especially at the rear of the engine, a job which is a bit uncomfortable.

Steering rack from what I gathered was 30k, it leaks and hardens when idle but soft when moving. Mine started leaking after a year even till now.

Be careful of Canadian or snowy region import rust tend to affect their underneath, I broke 2 lower arms and it destroyed a brand new tire I just thank God I wasn't on speed else nah accident be that. I fixed rust which was minimal as the rusted parts were changeable but my chassis was okay no rust

Lastly the drum brakes hate water (flood) they will just bind, I battled this several, i just eventually stopped using the hand brake and bought good brake lining.

Bought mine tokunbo 2014 still own it but rarely driven

Chief this ur review is loaded

May God continue to bless u with wisdom beyond ur imaginations..

I want to use my friend sienna 2002 which he rarely use to transport so as to complement other incomes due to high living cost ..

Am undecided if I should use the vehicle for passenger , car hire for interstate or haulage ..

Really need something that would fetch money on daily basis.

I intend to deliver 20k to him weekly ..

What would u advice me that would be Less stressful and guarantee returns that won't be detrimental to the vehicle .

lifenajeje:



Chief this ur review is loaded

May God continue to bless u with wisdom beyond ur imaginations..

I want to use my friend sienna 2002 which he rarely use to transport so as to complement other incomes due to high living cost ..

Am undecided if I should use the vehicle for passenger , car hire for interstate or haulage ..

Really need something that would fetch money on daily basis.

I intend to deliver 20k to him weekly ..

What would u advice me that would be Less stressful and guarantee returns that won't be detrimental to the vehicle .

i dont know how profitable transport is currently. but lets say tow gate to sagamu is #1200 now, sienna can seat 7 people without police or FRSC wahala thats #8400. you pay 2k for park lets say u use 10L for the 60km journey thats 6000 fuel plus 2k, your profit is 400. i dont know how people do it but interstate is not profitable again, transportation generally. Haulage and within states is still okay like oshodi to V.I, berger to Obalende etc.
i will advice you find a 4cylinder vehicle instead, verso, opel, picnic etc

nurey:


i dont know how profitable transport is currently. but lets say tow gate to sagamu is #1200 now, sienna can seat 7 people without police or FRSC wahala thats #8400. you pay 2k for park lets say u use 10L for the 60km journey thats 6000 fuel plus 2k, your profit is 400. i dont know how people do it but interstate is not profitable again, transportation generally. Haulage and within states is still okay like oshodi to V.I, berger to Obalende etc.
i will advice you find a 4cylinder vehicle instead, verso, opel, picnic etc

Thanks so much I would into that Opel that interstate drivers use now ..I have a friend that gives it out for hire purchase but I will ask if he has weekly delivery ..

I use to go run ijebu ode previously with car but stopped two years back ..

Am registered at Iyana ipaja , ikotun and ijebi ode parks ..

Ijebu ode is presentky 3k and one could have two or one messages in addition to the passengers ..

The best part was customers who hire us to parties to and fro or single trip especially on weekends .