New Guy From NY - How to Tell Generation?

[JoeyRetroRockets]

Hi All. Just joined because my son just got a 1996 Camry as his first car. While it is in great condition I'm sure I will need some expert advice before long.

I dove right in here but can't tell how to tell what "generation" this Camry is. Any help is appreciated.

Thanks,
Joey R.

[MR2Jedi]

I believe it's 3rd gen. But I moved your post here from the intro section where the REAL experts can help you.
Welcome to the Forum Joey

[hill8570]

Yup, 1996 is the last year of the Gen3 models.

[eyeball96]

95-96 Camrys are Gen 3.5

[hill8570]

Originally Posted by eyeball96

95-96 Camrys are Gen 3.5

Picky, picky, picky

['_']

Originally Posted by hill8570

Picky, picky, picky

You were correct too since you said "last of the gen3's." But yes, gen3.5 it is.

[projektvertx]

Originally Posted by hill8570

Picky, picky, picky

Haha well some cosmetic parts are different we gotta point the man in the right direction here I'm just messing with you


Congrats on the purchase mate! Just curious, is it a V6 or a 4 cylinder?

[JoeyRetroRockets]

My thanks to all. It's a 6 cylinder, 1MZ-FE. LE. 155,000 miles. One owner and you could eat off the engine. Finding this car was meant to be. I have another question but will post in the appropriate place.

[projektvertx]

Originally Posted by JoeyRetroRockets

My thanks to all. It's a 6 cylinder, 1MZ-FE. LE. 155,000 miles. One owner and you could eat off the engine. Finding this car was meant to be. I have another question but will post in the appropriate place.

I think you'll find the 1MZ to be bulletproof, and if it's as well maintained as I can infer from the clean engine bay, I'll guess what it'll turn out like 50,000 miles down the road: still going strong like the energizer bunny. Take it from experience, take care of it and it will take care of you