What will your next car be?

[justanotherdrunk]

test drove the 2017 audi tts

wife likes it best of everything weve driven so far

toyota 86 and maybe a used 2016 porsche cayman next ... dont like the new cayman styling

[kimona]

Originally Posted by justanotherdrunk

test drove the 2017 audi tts

wife likes it best of everything weve driven so far

Not a fan of any German cars, but everything about Audi sheet metal design makes sense. And, unlike most brands, Audi can make massive grilles... and they look good.

[justanotherdrunk]

Test drove the 2017 toyota 86

pic is of the left over FRS i drove the 86
thought it would be too small inside but at 6-1 185 i fit fine
sweet steering wheel paddle shifting 6 speed auto
like the minimalist interior styling
spectacular handling of course
shocked how slow it is off the line ... the i3 would destroy it
dont like the subaru sounding harley davidson exhaust note










not a big fan of the iM but all lined up they look kinda cool

[scratchpaddy]

I drove up to Oregon to sell my Metro, and I'll be driving whatever bargain-basement car Hertz puts me in tomorrow 1,300 miles back home. I'm looking forward to experiencing the latest in penny-pinching technology.

[kimona]

Originally Posted by scratchpaddy

I drove up to Oregon to sell my Metro, and I'll be driving whatever bargain-basement car Hertz puts me in tomorrow 1,300 miles back home. I'm looking forward to experiencing the latest in penny-pinching technology.

Most Hertz locations rent the Yaris. Why don't you request one in advance for your rental?

[scratchpaddy]

Originally Posted by justanotherdrunk

jan 2012 in the 2000 'vette 167 east near mono lake, hawthorne nv and walker lake

I love that picture! If you drive 80+ in the Yaris, how fast did you cruise in the Corvette?

I took that road by accident once, in 2014. Missed a turn in Hawthorne. I knew I'd get to 395 eventually, so I stuck with the unplanned detour. Yosemite was on fire at the time.

Originally Posted by kimona

Most Hertz locations rent the Yaris. Why don't you request one in advance for your rental?

You were right. The choices for Economy were Yaris, Yaris, or Yaris. So, I got a '15 Yaris. No cruise control.



Hertz considers the Hyundai Accent or Nissan Versa an upgrade over the Yaris.

[justanotherdrunk]

Originally Posted by scratchpaddy

No cruise control.

i drove a hertz 2015 yaris L around the whole country 9200 miles in 11 days with no cruise control

youll have no problem

[kimona]

Originally Posted by scratchpaddy

You were right. The choices for Economy were Yaris, Yaris, or Yaris. So, I got a '15 Yaris. No cruise control.



Hertz considers the Hyundai Accent or Nissan Versa an upgrade over the Yaris.

Nice. I guess a 2015 Yaris L... which doesn't have power mirrors or C/C. I'm curious how you like it compared to your 2009?

[David C]

Originally Posted by kimona

Nice. I guess a 2015 Yaris L... which doesn't have power mirrors or C/C. I'm curious how you like it compared to your 2009?

I test drove a fully equipped 2dr HB 2016 from the dealer and it had less equipment than my not fully equipped 2dr HB 2007. Drove exactly the same since they haven't changed a thing on the drivetrain, but I disliked the interior, especially the lack of storage and no dome light, and useless touchscreen head unit. Not to mention 2dr aren't available with AC anymore, so you'd have to buy all the parts from the dealer or from a junk yard and install it yourself.

Only upgrades worth mentioning was the height adjustable seat and full curtain side airbags. If I buy another Yaris, it won't be from 2012 or newer I like the first gen better.


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[scratchpaddy]

Originally Posted by kimona

Nice. I guess a 2015 Yaris L... which doesn't have power mirrors or C/C. I'm curious how you like it compared to your 2009?

I spent a few minutes trying to find the mirror controls. It's so weird. Power windows, but no power mirrors? Power locks, but no remote?

I was impressed by how quiet and composed it was on the highway. There's some improvement there. I was very impressed with the fuel economy. I was on my best behavior, trying to see just how good it could get, but I never expected 40 mpg, in winter, with a 4-speed auto. Heck, my 49hp Metro only managed 44.5 mpg on the way up.

Like David said, the height adjustment for the driver's seat is nice.

On the other hand, I don't like the exterior styling as much as my '09, and I really don't like the new interior. The old interior is clean, versatile, and very well thought-out. The new one is more cluttered, less elegant, and everything feels a little cheaper. The upholstery is scratchier. The front cupholders don't have quite enough vertical clearance. There's only one glove box. The touchscreen radio looks like an afterthought, and it's real pain to use. Trying to pull up the only things you'd actually want a touchscreen for, apps or navigation, just gives a message reminding you that you didn't pay for such luxuries. The HD radio functionality was cool, though. I've never seen that before.

When I decided to get a Yaris, I specifically looked for a 2nd gen. The rental didn't change my opinion. I still like the older ones better.

[justanotherdrunk]

Originally Posted by scratchpaddy

I drove up to Oregon to sell my Metro, and I'll be driving whatever bargain-basement car Hertz puts me in tomorrow 1,300 miles back home. I'm looking forward to experiencing the latest in penny-pinching technology.

take lotsa pics

[scratchpaddy]

Originally Posted by kimona

Most Hertz locations rent the Yaris. Why don't you request one in advance for your rental?

I'm more interested in finding out how the Mirage or a Spark drives, since the Yaris hasn't changed much over the years. I guess it would still be interesting to compare a 2016/17 Yaris to my 2009. I'll be happy with whatever I get, as long as they don't "upgrade" me to something that uses lots of gas.

Originally Posted by justanotherdrunk

take lotsa pics

Will do! I already got some good ones on the way up, at Walker Lake in Nevada.

[justanotherdrunk]

Originally Posted by scratchpaddy

Will do! I already got some good ones on the way up, at Walker Lake in Nevada.

jan 2012 in the 2000 'vette 167 east near mono lake, hawthorne nv and walker lake

[justanotherdrunk]

test drove the 2017 mazda cx-3

really nice upscale interior
sports car like handling
not much more than i paid for my yaris se

[kimona]

Originally Posted by justanotherdrunk

test drove the 2017 mazda cx-3

really nice upscale interior
sports car like handling
not much more than i paid for my yaris se

It's certainly a good looking car, and I've read that it handles surprisingly well. I wonder about long term reliability.