Glenn MacNichol 
2001 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Tough as nails, but built for comfort
 The Avalon from 2001 shows me the main reason Toyotas has a reputation for durability.  Maybe other Toyotas are not as reliable as this model and this year, but this one, purchased new, has never broken down in 18 years.  No more than regular recommended service, and after 216,000 miles, still going strong.  No rust, no mechanical failures, ever, and still getting 30 mpg hwy and 25 mpg city out of the V6.  Amazing.