Selling my beloved 2004 Toyota RAV4. I’ve owned it for 10+ years (second owner). It has always been reliable and well cared for with regular maintenance. The previous owner was a mechanic and also took great care of it.
Maintenance history highlights:
- 2015: Front pads & rotors replaced
- 2018: New all-season tires; spark plugs, valve cover, and airbag inflator replaced
- 2021: Passed smog; new all-season tires; rear pads/rotors & water pump replaced
- 2022: Oil & transmission serviced
- 2023: Brake pads replaced, front lamp inspected, passed smog
- 2025: Replaced ignition coil, all spark plugs, valve cover gasket + spark plug tube seals, engine air filter, transmission fluid, and rear shocks
- 2025: Mechanic recommends catalytic converter replacement (needed to pass smog by Nov 2025)
Current known issues:
- Needs new catalytic converter to pass smog
- Salvage title (rear-ended years ago; cosmetic dent in back gate only)
- Some wear and tear: driver’s seat seam split, light sun fading
The good:
- Mechanic says there’s still plenty of life left in it
- Runs and drives well
- Major tune-up just done in 2025 (see records)
- Paint in good overall shape
- Clean interior, non-smoker car
Selling as-is. Perfect for a mechanic, DIYer, or anyone who wants a cheap Toyota SUV that can run for years once repaired.