Member #367 - RAV4 Owner's Gallery

Gallery Member #367 - Glenn Packman from Connecticut, USA
	Click thumbnail for 800 x 600 image! Premier Member: July 08, 2002 Name: Glenn Packman Location: Stamford, Connecticut, USA Description: 2002 Black 4DR w/Grey Cloth Interior Options: "L" Package, 5-Spoke Aluminum Wheels, Color-keyed Overfenders, Anti-Lock Brakes, Roof Rack, Rear Spoiler, Cargo Mat & Net, Steel Horse Tube Steps. Aftermarket: Manik Taillight Guards. Comments: "Hey, RAVsters... I've owned my black beauty for six weeks now, and, although it's been only 1500 miles, I'm totally in love. I've always been a fan of the RAV4 (my sister had a silver 4-door '97), but the redesign for 2001 was what really caught my eye. My only complaint was that I just didn't care for the look of the grey-only overfenders... other than that, I was all ready to buy. Well, that one minor gripe was addressed in 2002 (way to go, Toyota... the "monochrome" look works wonders for ALL the colors), so I decided to mark my 40th birthday by treating myself to a new vehicle. The RAV was a great choice; it's an amazing all-around vehicle. PROS: There's so much to love about this little vehicle that I could go on for pages... suffice it to say, the finer points are the superb handling, superior brakes,
great gas mileage, remarkable cargo capacity (especially considering the RAV's compact outside dimensions), terrific driving position, abundant head and leg room for all 6'3" of me, and the coolest SUV styling in ANY class. And I have to say: I'm a huge fan of those cool amber gauges... CONS: Although the RAV does a great job at "point-and-squirt" driving around town, the engine could use a little more punch... hills really tax the little engine that could. (I know, I know... the trade-off is that excellent gas mileage.) I've got a few rattles that are very uncharacteristic of a new Toyota, but nothing too annoying. The factory installed Stereo/CD/Tape unit is satisfactory, but I would have gladly paid an upcharge for a better sound system. And, as much as I love the Black, Toyota is notorious for having a lousy color selection."