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msmitka
10-04-2009, 02:42 PM
Hello All! Just bought a 2010 Yaris yesterday as a second car, and after a fair amount of research, I feel like I got the most bang for the buck in this vehicle. I've been driving a Mustang GT as my only car (not a good idea, especially in the winter), so I wanted front wheel drive, economy, and of course dependability. Ultimately, after a lot of research, I narrowed my search to the Ford Focus (had 2 of those before, and liked them), and the Yaris. I preferred the somewhat different styling of the Yaris, and the fact that it was a 3 door (no 2010 Focus hatches on the lots I looked at). My daughter has had 2 Toyota vehicles (a Corolla and now an FJ), and strongly suggested I go with the Yaris, as opposed to the Focus. I feel like I made the right move. Lots of goodies in the car (power windows, CD, A/C, keyless entry, etc), and the dealer treated me right. So, while I expect most people in this forum will be fans, any things about the car good or bad that might surprise me? :) Thanks!

Mark
WeeYari
10-04-2009, 03:17 PM
Bad - Paint vs Stones/Rock Salt. Stones/Rock Salt wins.

Otherwise it's all good.

Congrats, enjoy, and welcome to the community.
SIPNGAS
10-04-2009, 03:24 PM
I love my Yaris LB...this will be her 3rd winter and no complaints yet. Welcome to Yaris World!
msmitka
10-04-2009, 03:32 PM
Thank you for the info and welcome! I'm almost hoping we get at least some significant snow here this season, just so I can see how it does. :)
AzNguy
10-04-2009, 05:41 PM
welcome to yarisworld. could I see some of the 2010 yaris pictures (interior/exterior)? never seen the '10 one.
thebarber
10-04-2009, 05:41 PM
only coupe/sedan foci for gen 3 in north america....so you'd be hard pressed finding a 2010 focus hatch on any lots...

welcome to the yaris club though, look into snow tires.
1NZYaris1
10-04-2009, 05:41 PM
Thank you for the info and welcome! I'm almost hoping we get at least some significant snow here this season, just so I can see how it does. :)

it will love it mine does:laugh:
tk-421
10-04-2009, 09:54 PM
Welcome to YW! :thumbsup:
tomato
10-04-2009, 10:07 PM
Hey congratulations! You guessed it, we all love the car!

a couple of things to watch out for:
- Paint is thin so keep it waxed.
- car "dances" a little bit in the wind.
that's pretty much it! Mine is approaching 60K miles and runs like clockwork

Enjoy your new car and welcome to YW!
msmitka
10-05-2009, 09:23 AM
welcome to yarisworld. could I see some of the 2010 yaris pictures (interior/exterior)? never seen the '10 one.

I'll take some pics later today, as that crazy little thing called work prohibits me from doing so sooner. :)
msmitka
10-05-2009, 07:40 PM
Photos are in the appropriate section. Just posted.