Is Yaris hatred a result of ignorance? - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

ChinoCharles · 03-31-2009, 12:46 PM

Answer: yes.
Solution: Garm's engine.

*tomato* · 03-31-2009, 01:08 PM

BTW, I don't see how people can hate a car they've never driven. You can hate the looks of a car, or you can hate the car when it sends you to the mechanic all the time because it never works...

I think the poster who wrote about cars being status symbols is absolutely correct! People may look down on the fact that the Yaris is an entry level car but clearly do not appreciate its qualities.

F'em

detroiter · 03-31-2009, 01:15 PM

I don't think the Fit drivers have much room to talk about modifying a "cheap economy car". Put some suspension mods on your Yaris and see who gets the last laugh my friend.

cali yaris · 03-31-2009, 01:33 PM

^ so true. I ate Fits for lunch at the track with bolt-on mods and some suspension work.

People only think in terms of straight-line performance (which is really fun, don't get me wrong). But on a road coarse, a canyon run, or other driving where turns are involved, the Yaris is really quite good.

*tomato* · 03-31-2009, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cali yaris

... or other driving where turns are involved, the Yaris is really quite good.

+1

Great quality when you're trying to find parking. You can turn on a dime.

Kioshi · 04-01-2009, 07:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cali yaris

^ so true. I ate Fits for lunch at the track with bolt-on mods and some suspension work.

People only think in terms of straight-line performance (which is really fun, don't get me wrong). But on a road coarse, a canyon run, or other driving where turns are involved, the Yaris is really quite good.

Exactly what i tell people...and if they dont believe you, take the on ramp on the freeway where it goes in a loop. You'll easily leave them in the dust, power isnt everything~

I'm jacking your quote and using it as a sig Garm

CtrlAltDefeat · 04-01-2009, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cali yaris

^ so true. I ate Fits for lunch at the track with bolt-on mods and some suspension work.

People only think in terms of straight-line performance (which is really fun, don't get me wrong). But on a road coarse, a canyon run, or other driving where turns are involved, the Yaris is really quite good.

+1

neo1985 · 03-31-2009, 06:46 PM

hehe.. i love my yaris.. thats why we bought it at the 1st place

Altitude · 03-31-2009, 06:56 PM

One day you'll learn to not give a flying fart what anyone thinks about what car you choose to drive. Until then tell your 'friends' to frak off.

jdinrc · 03-31-2009, 08:12 PM

I've had my Yaris for less than 6 months and I've already had 3 people ask me about it because they were thinking of getting a more fuel-efficient car, and were amazed at how much car I got for the money I spent. The guy who was driving the HUGE Chevy truck 135 miles each way every day to work was especially interested.

*tomato* · 04-01-2009, 02:49 PM

"I ate Fits for lunch..." It IS pretty funny

cali yaris · 04-01-2009, 03:08 PM

haha, you're welcome to it. Just don't post in on FitFreak, please, I'm trying to sell them stuff - LOL

CtrlAltDefeat · 04-01-2009, 03:10 PM

Just about everyone who sees my car likes it. Any one who rides in it is pretty amazed at how quick it is, even in straight line acceleration. I out accelerated my friend in her manual Chevy Cavalier and she was amazed... She really likes my Yaris now

SilverBack · 04-01-2009, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CtrlAltDefeat

Just about everyone who sees my car likes it. Any one who rides in it is pretty amazed at how quick it is, even in straight line acceleration. I out accelerated my friend in her manual Chevy Cavalier and she was amazed... She really likes my Yaris now

Right on!

It almost seems to "boost" at mid-range even on stock power

Mad Goon · 04-01-2009, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by k r a y z e e . j o j o

Right on!

It almost seems to "boost" at mid-range even on stock power

Yeah the sweet spot seems to be right around that huh? Gotta love keeping it in 1st til about 20 then in 2nd til about 42....

Auto transmissions haha!

detroiter · 04-01-2009, 03:16 PM

The Yaris is definately a "threat in disguise". I find it interesting with this car though that it can be modded into so many different spectrums. The Yaris looks awesome if you decide to go the style and pimp type of look, it looks and performs awesome if you go performance direction with it...and not to mention that the car is a perfect blend of style and function already in it's stock form! Not too many other cars I can think of that can be made into something so great in so many different directions.

marlondog · 04-01-2009, 03:26 PM

It's because the Yaris hasn't had the chance to prove itself to the American Public. I live in L.A, and everyone thinks that that because it isn't a Honda,it ain't about $#!+. Most the people who drive these beat up Civics or Integras look down their nose at the car because it has not proven to be a racer and they try to make themselves feel better because their car is 12 years old, and they aren't driving a high-end car. I say supe your car up, challenge one of these punks on a track, and give them that laugh or giggle that they give you when you beat them. Other than that, you have to deal with the criticism if you are driving stock.

*tomato* · 04-01-2009, 03:57 PM

^ I drive stock, and I know the limitations of the car

, but anyone criticizing my new ride can kiss my

03-31-2009, 01:33 PM	#4
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	^ so true. I ate Fits for lunch at the track with bolt-on mods and some suspension work. People only think in terms of straight-line performance (which is really fun, don't get me wrong). But on a road coarse, a canyon run, or other driving where turns are involved, the Yaris is really quite good. __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

04-01-2009, 03:08 PM	#12
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	haha, you're welcome to it. Just don't post in on FitFreak, please, I'm trying to sell them stuff - LOL __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

04-01-2009, 03:10 PM	#13
CtrlAltDefeat I ♥ Yaris View User's Garage Drives: Black 08 LB MT & red 97 Miata Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Indianapolis IN Posts: 1,313	Just about everyone who sees my car likes it. Any one who rides in it is pretty amazed at how quick it is, even in straight line acceleration. I out accelerated my friend in her manual Chevy Cavalier and she was amazed... She really likes my Yaris now __________________ The trouble with the world is that the stupid are cocksure and the intelligent are full of doubt. - Bertrand Russell

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03-31-2009, 12:46 PM	#1
ChinoCharles Banned Drives: LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: OH Posts: 7,787	Answer: yes. Solution: Garm's engine.

03-31-2009, 01:08 PM	#2
tomato Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 2DR LB 07, MT, Abs. Red Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Francisco Bay Area Posts: 5,155	BTW, I don't see how people can hate a car they've never driven. You can hate the looks of a car, or you can hate the car when it sends you to the mechanic all the time because it never works... I think the poster who wrote about cars being status symbols is absolutely correct! People may look down on the fact that the Yaris is an entry level car but clearly do not appreciate its qualities. F'em

03-31-2009, 01:15 PM	#3
detroiter Drives: 2008 Polar White LB Auto Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 1,238	I don't think the Fit drivers have much room to talk about modifying a "cheap economy car". Put some suspension mods on your Yaris and see who gets the last laugh my friend.

03-31-2009, 06:46 PM	#8
neo1985 Drives: yaris hb s Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: temple city Posts: 100	hehe.. i love my yaris.. thats why we bought it at the 1st place

03-31-2009, 06:56 PM	#9
Altitude Drives: '08 LB MT Bayou Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,671	One day you'll learn to not give a flying fart what anyone thinks about what car you choose to drive. Until then tell your 'friends' to frak off.

03-31-2009, 08:12 PM	#10
jdinrc View User's Garage Drives: 2009 Yaris Blazing Blue 3dr Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 466	I've had my Yaris for less than 6 months and I've already had 3 people ask me about it because they were thinking of getting a more fuel-efficient car, and were amazed at how much car I got for the money I spent. The guy who was driving the HUGE Chevy truck 135 miles each way every day to work was especially interested.

04-01-2009, 02:49 PM	#11
tomato Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 2DR LB 07, MT, Abs. Red Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Francisco Bay Area Posts: 5,155	"I ate Fits for lunch..." It IS pretty funny

04-01-2009, 03:16 PM	#16
detroiter Drives: 2008 Polar White LB Auto Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 1,238	The Yaris is definately a "threat in disguise". I find it interesting with this car though that it can be modded into so many different spectrums. The Yaris looks awesome if you decide to go the style and pimp type of look, it looks and performs awesome if you go performance direction with it...and not to mention that the car is a perfect blend of style and function already in it's stock form! Not too many other cars I can think of that can be made into something so great in so many different directions.

04-01-2009, 03:26 PM	#17
marlondog Shut your fricken suck!!! View User's Garage Drives: 07' liftback Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Lost Angeles Posts: 755	It's because the Yaris hasn't had the chance to prove itself to the American Public. I live in L.A, and everyone thinks that that because it isn't a Honda,it ain't about $#!+. Most the people who drive these beat up Civics or Integras look down their nose at the car because it has not proven to be a racer and they try to make themselves feel better because their car is 12 years old, and they aren't driving a high-end car. I say supe your car up, challenge one of these punks on a track, and give them that laugh or giggle that they give you when you beat them. Other than that, you have to deal with the criticism if you are driving stock.

04-01-2009, 03:57 PM	#18
tomato Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 2DR LB 07, MT, Abs. Red Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Francisco Bay Area Posts: 5,155	^ I drive stock, and I know the limitations of the car , but anyone criticizing my new ride can kiss my