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Late model Toyota Highlander Purchase (2021) Dealer dashcam install question.

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July 10, 2023, 08:41 PM
old rugged cross
Late model Toyota Highlander Purchase (2021) Dealer dashcam install question.
Gas mileage and travel and creature comfort mostly. I have pickups for homestead work duty. Also if I go off road it is for a purpose such as hunting or resource gathering.



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July 10, 2023, 08:55 PM
RR
quote:
Originally posted by old rugged cross:
Gas mileage and travel and creature comfort mostly. I have pickups for homestead work duty. Also if I go off road it is for a purpose such as hunting or resource gathering.


Ahh ok, thanks for the quick answer. Good luck with the search!
July 10, 2023, 09:10 PM
old rugged cross
What would you guys like to pay for a 2021 certified XLE with tow pkg one owner with under 10k for mileage



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July 10, 2023, 09:38 PM
Shackelford
quote:
Originally posted by BigCity:
I picked the 19 because it had a bigger shelf under the dash which was discontinued on the 2020 models.


Nooo! I love that little shelf. Great place for your phone and charging cable, and all the random stuff that somehow accumulates in my car.
July 11, 2023, 03:07 PM
armored
This guy on YouTube does a good job of critiquing mostly Toyota and Lexus models.
https://www.youtube.com/@TheCarCareNut
July 11, 2023, 06:32 PM
mcrimm
quote:
Originally posted by old rugged cross:
What would you guys like to pay for a 2021 certified XLE with tow pkg one owner with under 10k for mileage


NADA is about $42,500. Take a look at cars.com for comparable Highlanders



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July 11, 2023, 07:20 PM
old rugged cross
Ok thanks. Made and offer on one so we'll see.



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July 11, 2023, 07:35 PM
TBH
Under $40,000 would be sweet!


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July 11, 2023, 09:45 PM
old rugged cross
quote:
Originally posted by TBH:
Under $40,000 would be sweet!


With 60k miles that is doable, Not with 10k.
Also if after the FWD model then yes, AWD no.



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July 12, 2023, 03:56 PM
old rugged cross
Ok guys, trying to finish out negotiations on a 2021 unit. I want to see what a dash cam install would be price wish to see if I can get one included in the deal.

What I am looking at for one put in at the toyota dealership?

Thanks.



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July 12, 2023, 04:13 PM
TomV
I had been thinking about this one. Nice clean appearance. Seemed to have good reviews and the install looked pretty easy. And on sale today for $ 136.
July 12, 2023, 04:58 PM
mholmes
Are you providing the dash camera or is the dealership? Depending on the installation method the install takes about 5 minutes so if you are providing then the cost should be $75 or less. If they are hardwiring coming off the switch then the install is going to be more. Check out
https://dongar.tech/ As they make plug and play adapters.
July 12, 2023, 05:44 PM
old rugged cross
Thank you guys. I appreciate it.



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July 12, 2023, 05:55 PM
TXLe
I would recommend this being done by a reputable car stereo shop. Not all mechanics will understand the finer details of a custom AV install.

I've installed a Thinkware dual dashcam and a hardwired radar with remote control in my wife's niece's Highlander. It was either a 2020 or 2021 XLE. Took me a little over 2 hrs. Everything was hardwired, panels and trim pulled to run wires correctly, and Tesla taped as needed in high friction/vibration areas. Wires were routed and secured correctly as to not impede the A pillar airbag. All to often I see home and a few professional installs just tucking the wires under trim to avoid removing the A pillar trim. This is just lazy as removing the trim take just about a minute once you understand how the lower fastener needs to be manipulate. Also, the rear camera cable was run through the factory tailgate boot to mount the camera on the tailgate glass.

Front camera should take an hour or less install time. The rear should take another 30-45 mins if they have the correct wire fishing tools and wire lube for the factor wire boot.

She will be in town this weekend if you want me to take some photos.