They are hot and have very good coluors plus xtras like Alloy rims,sunroof but the Rav 4 UK model is making people cry. 4/5 rav4s ex UK have gearbox problem and guys are parting with 120000 to put a new one if you are lucky to get one. Guys if u are interested in this car steer clear of the UK Model

The issue with automatic RAV4s is not a faulty gearbox but the ECM/ECU which goes bonkers after about 60,000 miles thereby sending wrong signals to the transmission.

Signs to look for are:

Check engine light always on
Diagnosis points to shift solenoids
Loss of power
High revving
Gear engages with loud clunk

If you notice these signs please park the car and get a new ECM. Replacing the gear box at this stage will not help as the ECM will damage it again.

Yes I should know as I have been a victim early this year at a cost of about 235K (gear box at 130K and ECM at 105 K).

PS:Do not buy an ECM at 60K as these are refurbished.

@ Redondo - I was talking specifically about the RAV4 ECM's that have a Known manufacturer's defect.

@Sigiriri,
Don't.!!!....That scared me.Are you referring to the Noah limo (new shape)?

@Sigiriri,
Ooops.It's the one (1AZ FSE NN).Been having it close to 2 years but it's a family safari car and is rarely used.On two occasions,i have noted this "hammering" like sound when i engage reverse (as if the gear is being forced into place).Could it be signs?

No, not a website where you could import, but probably a source for cars.....which you could eventually import.

Could they have been www.autotrader.co.uk/?

try postcode NW2 5AB

If you do find a vehicle, get someone to have car/details checked out!

You don't want to find, later on, that you had bought a 'cloned' car and then Interpol are on your case.