I bought a 2003 Sportivo V6 + 5sp manual with ~50,000 klms on the clock for $14,500 driveaway from a Toyota dealer. Had some dents here and there but with 12mnth rego and new Yohohama Advans fitted it seemed like a good price. Clocked up ~10,000klms since and alls been well except for a weird electrical thing that happens every now and then. Engine has been fine and smooth. I reckon the Avalons look really dated and you'd have to wear a hat and cardigan in it...they are usually in great nick as the old folks bought them and didn't drive much - engine is the same as the V6 Camry too. Sportivo is the best choice I'd reckon and prices are coming down further...