[Brian's Toy]

Does anyone have any information regarding the maintenance requirements and reliability of this vehicle.

I'm in the market for a second car, commuter vehicle (too much gas $ and abuse on my Tundra) and am interested in this car. I'm wondering a few things:

Does this engine have hydraulic valves or is it mechanical requiring adjustment?

Is this engine new or does it have some history in another Toyota vehicle?

Is it uncommon to get these cars in stick? I only see automatics at dealerships.

Thanks in advance to any information anyone may have!