Hi all. Not new to Toyotas, but sure as heck new to Forums, so I hope this gets to the right place. Max the Spaniel does not actually drive - he rides in the back seat. We have just picked up a 2003 Tarago. It is a very good vehicle for arthritic old people to get in and out of - and that counts for a lot these days. Past Toyotas include a K20 Corolla bought brand new for $2500, and a Camry (5 speed manual) inherited from my father-in-law's estate. I think of the Tarago as a Camry dragging a much bigger body around but who's in a hurry - especially down on Phillip Island.