These Foolish Things

[otterhere]

Originally Posted by tomato

I'm not real sure, don't really use them, but I think they're talking about the little compartments in front of the vents? There are also compartments on each side of the console, in the middle, maybe that's it?

Coin-holders problems are like a non-issue for me, so I don't know.

The actual "coin holders" are in that awkwardly placed glove box right in front of the steering wheel; three slots, although we have four denominations of coin.

Compartments: two in front of air vents for cups; not so brilliant, since cups will block air. One in center console too shallow for anything. My little toy raccoon mascot lives there. Cup holder so far back between seat you have to contort or take eyes off road to use. Bottle holders right where you want to keep your maps (driver's side) and other reading material (newspaper/book for road trip passenger on the other side); don't try to put a cup there because the little graphic tells you NO cup; YES bottle! Finally, two little triangular compartments where, if you put money, it will disappear forever down inside the Yaris. Not right shape for a cell phone.

Not sure what people do with these; I ended up decorating with a pretty pine cone and spruce sprig for winter. Maybe a robin's nest for spring... Ideas???

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[tomato]

Originally Posted by otterhere

The actual "coin holders" are in that awkwardly placed glove box right in front of the steering wheel; three slots, although we have four denominations of coin.

Compartments: two in front of air vents for cups; not so brilliant, since cups will block air. One in center console too shallow for anything. My little toy raccoon mascot lives there. Cup holder so far back between seat you have to contort or take eyes off road to use. Bottle holders right where you want to keep your maps (driver's side) and other reading material (newspaper/book for road trip passenger on the other side); don't try to put a cup there because the little graphic tells you NO cup; YES bottle! Finally, two little triangular compartments where, if you put money, it will disappear forever down inside the Yaris. Not right shape for a cell phone.

Not sure what people do with these; I ended up decorating with a pretty pine cone and spruce sprig for winter. Maybe a robin's nest for spring... Ideas???

I'm starting to wonder if you really want ideas or just like to complain about the car

Oh, you mean the coin holder in the glove box?! I forgot about that one. That's a nice touch actually, away from sight, might use it. I didn't like that driver's glove box at first, but I love it now.

I guess I haven't yet found all the compartments in the car, yet, but if you mean the weird holes on each the side of the console, I stick a travel pack of Kleenexes and the napkins I grab with my morning coffee in there. You never know when you're gonna need to wipe your hands, seems like a good spot for that.

The coffee cup HOLDER in front of the vent is a little awkward, that's true, but not a big deal for me. My old honda didn't have any coffee cup holders at all, so one day, after spilling my coffee all over the passenger seat, I "made" one and tied it to the bottom passenger seat... coffee cups never spilled again, problem solved!

The bottle compartments on the side doors are great, though! I carry a little water bottle around all the time, so that's a great feature for me!

The cup holder in the back must be for passengers riding in the backseat. Probably won't use it either.

[otterhere]

Complaining about the car has become a big part of my online identity, I must admit... But mostly I was just answering the question, "What coin holders/compartments?" Glad you're content with so many compartments with so few practical applications; wasted space drives me bonkers!

[tomato]

Originally Posted by otterhere

Complaining about the car has become a big part of my online identity, I must admit... But mostly I was just answering the question, "What coin holders/compartments?" Glad you're content with so many compartments with so few practical applications; wasted space drives me bonkers!

Otterhere, I'm content driving a car that gets me safely from point A to point B in relative comfort and safety, and doesn't make me call road service assistance every other day!

I don't think the Yaris the perfect car by any means, but for the price, it's a good car. The rest is a question of attitude, I suppose, you know, choose your battles, don't sweat the small stuff, all that good stuff.


By the way, where is that picture of your beloved Swift?!

[Forrest]

My comments to Outterhere are in red. Outterhere...since you have so many complaints, did you road test and really check over the Yaris before you purchased it? Hard to believe you bought a car you do not like.

Originally Posted by otterhere

The actual "coin holders" are in that awkwardly placed glove box right in front of the steering wheel; three slots, although we have four denominations of coin.ONly put quarters in there and they stay in fine. Location is great as it is within easy reach.

Compartments: two in front of air vents for cups; not so brilliant, since cups will block air.
Actually, they work quite well where located. In winter, heat is on and keeps my coffee warm and in summer, AC keeps drinks cool. They work well in the placement.

One in center console too shallow for anything. My little toy raccoon mascot lives there. Cup holder so far back between seat you have to contort or take eyes off road to use.
That cup holder you refer to far back and between the seats is for a person sitting in the back seat !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bottle holders right where you want to keep your maps (driver's side) and other reading material (newspaper/book for road trip passenger on the other side); don't try to put a cup there because the little graphic tells you NO cup; YES bottle!
Great for a bottle of water

Finally, two little triangular compartments where, if you put money, it will disappear forever down inside the Yaris. Not right shape for a cell phone.
Large enough to put cell phone there or small items.

Not sure what people do with these; I ended up decorating with a pretty pine cone and spruce sprig for winter. Maybe a robin's nest for spring... Ideas???

Interior decorating is not my thing....but it might be interesting to see how you decorate your interior. Did you decorate your Swift also?