 I've had a 1999 Avalon for the last 8 years, so I'm already a fan of the brand.  Ordered the Avalon from the dealer, requesting Cypress Pearl/Ivory with upgraded stereo and 5 pc mat set only.  It ended up taking a little over 2 months from order date, 45 days if you're counting from build date.  The car was definitely worth waiting for.  The thing that strikes me most is the quietness in the cabin, whether on a city street, county road, or highway.  The quality of workmanship is excellent.  The exterior is pleasing yet not exactly attention grabbing true, but I don't really need attention, didn't buy the car for that.  The interior is more important to me, and I'm very happy with that. 