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I cannot advise you, one way or the other, on a hybrid. as I have never had one nor know anyone, personally, that has had one. The Alphies are complex up market vehicles and have their own little quirks, like any other marque. Surfing this Forum will yield lots of very helpful information, not least the names and locations of the 'better' vendors. I am sure many existing owners of hybrids will comment, and welcome your hybrid experience to the Forum.

Hello again Karen, You can buy the 4D67 chip blank keys from ebay. Getting them programmed is less easy. If you are local to me I can suggest an auto locksmith, about 100 pounds to program the new key. Anyone can cut the key, but it needs programming otherwise it won't work with the immobiliser.

Hello Karen, Welcome to the Forum Welcome also to Alphard ownership. Your radio cannot be changed to English. Nor can the navigation system, but it won't work in UK anyway. You may find eightseater.blog.com very helpful if you have the HDD version. Whereabouts are you in Devon ? Some owners fit new head units. You have lots to read about on this Forum. There is a search box to help narrow the scope a little. Radio replacement is a very popular topic.

Hi Nigel, Sorry you are so disappointed, but thanks for letting us all know.

Hello Lucas, Welcome to the Forum I have a Gen 1, you have a Gen 2; but I have a switch on the dash which turns the 100v outlets on and off. Perhaps you have one too.

Just XL, as opposed to the various 'normal' load rating. I think the XL is a stronger sidewall. I'll check more thoroughly when the time comes. With my annual mileage it will be some time yet ! The 95H should be perfectly adequate as the vehicles are designed to carry seven or eight persons.

Hello JoJo, Welcome to the Forum. Imho, the Alphies are in a Totally different class to the Mazda. Looks like you need a 'holiday' on the mainland ! Please ensure you have someone you can rely on the Isle for maintenance. Your Official Toyota Dealer, if you have one, is unlikely to be helpful. But do ask, they are not all too huffy; mine welcomes my business.

In Japan there are two main distributors. For product differentiation; they tend to fit different body panels and trim. Having said that, there are aftermarket panels available. The same is true for Alphards too.

Hi Adam, I don't need tyres yet, but will probably fit extra load versions when I do.

Hello Peter, Welcome to the Forum, There are a couple of points that may your affect decision process. Firstly, if you are buying from a business you will pay VAT, 20%. You are unlikely to recover this. As Alphatds, and Vellfires, are Japanese Imports most, but not all, official Toyota Dealers will not work on them or supply parts!.. Consequently, it is wise to ensure that you have someone competent, if not yourself, to maintain it. Getting an MOT will not be a problem, as any MOT station will be able to do that. I have an 2006 MZ G Edition Alphie and feel sure it will last longer than I. I paid a lot less than your budget and had a very classy conversion for a lot less too. I don't have a pop top, but they will add a significant cost if yours has one. Also, beware the height gain as that can prevent access to many car parks. Have it checked thoroughly by the RAC or AA prior to purchase. I hope this doesn't put you off Alphie ownership as it is very comfortable motoring.

Hello Sue, Welcome to the Alphard Forum. Happy Alpharding.

SO. have you read the threads on this topic in this Forum ? However, depending on the various opinions of the members there seems to be no definite answer.

Hello Rex., Welcome to the Forum. It is probably and air filter/ cleaner/ purifier; fitted aftermarket.

Hello Sheldon, Have you tried searching the Forum. This was in a recent thread.

Hello Bob, Welcome to the Forum. Try searching this Forum. There is a thread that contains the part numbers for some of the serviceable parts. The info may be in a Megathread. The search box is on your home page; top rhs.

Hi Barry, Make sure your battery is fully charged, and I mean fully. These cold mornings are battery charge killers

No, sorry, I only have experience of reading threads on this forum ! As I said, it is a hassle, and some owners just give up I put your registration into TfL ULEZ checker and, unfortunately, the vehicle is chargeable.

Hello William, Welcome to the Forum. I agree with Paul above; but I do have a vague recollection that Aphards up to 2005 aren't in the system. And getting yours certified by having it tested, and then recognised (or not) by DVLA, is quite a hassle. I hope I am wrong. Other members who have been through this process will advise you, I am sure.

Hello Peter, Greetings from South Devon Yes, I do. You need to send me a personal message. Set out clearly what you are looking for.

I can tell you the standard nut size for standard studs. But since you have changed your wheels they may not be suitable; and that could be dangerous. Some details about the wheels would be helpful !

Hello peter, Welcome to the Forum

I think it is quite easy but, Programming it isn't. There is a recent thread on here, try searching from your home page. May be worth trying a new smart fob battery before buying a new fob

try searching the Forum. This was a recent topic. Search box if top rhs on your home page.

As far as I can remember, the smart key key should work the front doors; the immobiliser key won't. I believe you can set the smart key (if you want to) to unlock the doors as you approach the vehicle without activating any smart key buttons. The immobiliser key is a mechanical key only; although it will open the sliding doors if they are electric.

Which key did you replace ? The smart key of the immobiliser key ?