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06-12-2012, 03:27 PM | #1 |
Drives: 2010 Yaris "L" 5 Speed Join Date: Jun 2012
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Hey guys, looking to get a Yaris, few questions here...
Alrighty, here's the scoop... I'm not new to Toyota's at all, I've driven them for years now (only 21). I've owned two pickups, a 4Runner, three Celica's, and a Corolla. I currently own a 2000 Toyota Celica GT-S 6 speed, it's my baby. I also own a 98 GMC Sonoma for the winter. The Celica has about 173,000 miles on it but is PERFECT condition, always been maintained and babied it's whole life. I usually average about 33-38 MPG with it, and it's a blast to drive. The car is 12 years old and it's showing VERY small signs of rust, and when rust starts, it doesn't stop. I want to just get rid of the car and buy a "new" one, no worries or headaches.
The Celica is by no means fast, but it's quick and fun to drive around corners. I almost never drive fast, so I figured the Yaris would be a good choice. I commute 2.5 hours every weekend, so I'm looking for something good on gas. I'm ALWAYS on the 7th gen Celica forums, and I know just about every quirk that a Celica could have or encounter. For instance you have to watch for rust under the sunroof, the 2000-2002 GT's had oil consumption problems, etc. I wanted to make an account on here and see what you guys would recommend for me. What year and trim would you guys suggest? -Luxury or speed is not in the criteria at all. -I DO want a 5 speed though, I've always driven standard transmissions, plus the mileage will be better. -Two or four door... That part doesn't matter at all. Thanks guys! BTW, here's my Celica now: |
06-12-2012, 04:10 PM | #2 |
Drives: 06 Polar White 5dr, 13 Soul 4u Join Date: Oct 2008
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...and your questions are????
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06-12-2012, 04:11 PM | #3 |
Drives: 2010 Yaris "L" 5 Speed Join Date: Jun 2012
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06-12-2012, 04:17 PM | #4 |
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Drives: 2012 Yaris L 2dr 5sp Join Date: Apr 2012
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Oh, I thought it was an ad to sell your Celica.
I have the cheapest base model 2012 2 door 5 speed hatchback and love it. |
06-12-2012, 04:20 PM | #5 |
Drives: 06 Polar White 5dr, 13 Soul 4u Join Date: Oct 2008
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I'm assuming you're looking at a hatch, not a sedan.
'08 and above in an LE trim. I'd recommend RS (S in the states) trim only if it came with added performance options but it unfortunately dosen't. '09-'11 had a minor facelift. Changed the plastic body panels slightly, nothing else. '12 major redesign. '07 is identical to '08 but has had issues with voltage regulator and rear ABS.
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06-12-2012, 11:18 PM | #6 | |
Drives: 2012 Yaris L 3Dr Join Date: Aug 2009
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Being that you are looking for a manual transmission, on a 2012, that means you are looking at either a 'L' model (base) or an 'SE' (top of the line). The 'LE' model only comes in Automatic. (these models apply only to 2012). The L has everything I want in a car (after I added cruise control, VERY easy) except keyless entry; but I'm learning to live without that. The SE is a good bit more expensive and comes in a 5-door only, but it has a sportier interior, alloy wheels, cruise, leather wrapped wheel, stiffer suspension, and a quicker steering ratio. If you are wanting the sportiest Yaris sold in the US, this is it. Still not fast, but quicker in the corners. I say look at your budget, look at the options, and go test drive em'! |
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06-12-2012, 11:34 PM | #7 |
I would keep the Celica as much as possible. Unless you really want to let it go. Then we are talking.
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06-13-2012, 12:54 AM | #8 | |
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Drives: 2012 Yaris L 2dr 5sp Join Date: Apr 2012
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06-13-2012, 10:18 AM | #9 |
Drives: 2010 Yaris "L" 5 Speed Join Date: Jun 2012
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Yeah, then I guess the "L" trim is the best choice for me... The Celica needs to go, I've already got some calls from people on CL. I just want something cheap and good on gas.
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