Toyota Problems

The camper trailer isn’t a heavy one, so most compact SUVs would handle it comfortably, and would have the space for your fridge and extra battery. A Toyota RAV4 would do the job, so would a Suzuki Vitara, or a Kia Sportage.

The recommended tyre pressures are detailed in your owner’s manual, and they are also shown on a sticker on the driver’s door pillar.

I would advertise it privately, eBay is one to do that, but there are websites like CarsGuide and AutoTrader as well. The wreckers won’t give you much for it, and I doubt you’d get much at auction.

Both would be improved, but I wouldn’t necessarily think they would be the same. Talk to an off-road suspension specialist for a more definitive opinion.

Toyota Motor Corporation own Lexus - it's Toyota's luxury brand. Toyota Motor also make cars under the Hino, Ranz, Daihatsu and Toyota brands.

The HiLux would be my first choice, followed by the Colorado.

You are right to want to get the manual back, and if the dealer is unwilling or can’t help them contact Toyota direct (1800 869 682) and request their help. At the very least the dealer should be able to give you a report on the service history of your car, which should help when it comes time to sell it.

It’s under the bonnet, just behind the left hand headlight.

The Navara would seem to fit your requirements, there’s no reason not to go for it. Another one would be the Toyota HiLux.

It would be worth $5000 to $7000.