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Will an imported Toyota RAV4 rust?
We are buying a Toyota RAV4 - it's a 21-plate English car; will there be an issue with rust in the next three years?
Henry Maguire (Ireland )Feb 2025 Filed under: importing
Expert answer
Hi Henry,
In general, modern Toyotas have no major issues with rust, but the fact that it’s coming from England means you really should have the underside inspected before buying it. That’s because roads in England are salted during the winter - especially in the north of the country - and that can have a detrimental effect on a car’s under-carriage etc.
Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor