dealer is telling me no power option avail in my area

[twixt]

i live in 13078 zip code and my dealer is telling me i cannot get power windows/lock on a liftback auto... but the toyota build car website shows i can.. WTFFFF is my dealer lying?

[fearturtle44]

Think your dealer is giving you wrong info or should be more helpful on locating the car YOU want. Just try another dealer and see if you have better luck.

You can also go to the other dealers web site and check their inventory.

Kevin

[Thirty-Nine]

There seems to be a lot of confusion on the dealer's end about these cars. Grrr!

[Uglyboyed]

Since the car just began advertisment in the U.S. They are comin out with to many features now. I seen a couple of yaris with power and many without.. hopefully that will change soon. you just gotta keep looking and dont take the dealers word for it and do you own walking around the lot. the car doors are usually open anyways!

[YotaYarisUSA]

Power is harder to get with Yaris,and in my opinion is not worth the $$$, it only gives you something else that can break down and tear up. Crank windows are cool and fun,and safer,but thats just me :)


Ask,him to order you one or try the next dealer,or even go to the next state,you can get power if you want it :)


Happy Yaris Hunting!!!!

YotaYarisUSA

[Yaris Revenge]

Crank windows are cool and fun...



You are a strange, strange individual..... :biggrin:

~YR

[tds12]

Do you want the split, fold flat, tilting, adjustable rear seat? You have to get the power package to get the premium rear seat. That alone is ,nearly, worth the extra $600. If they throw in the power windows and locks it is a bonus. Keyless entry then for only $200 more.
Also the side mirrors are power. No rolling down the window everytime the wife drives the car. Another plus

Sounds worth the $

[Uglyboyed]

thats why everybody shouldve got the sedan S baby yeeeaah (autin powers voice). It automatically comes with all the premium seating and with a sportier look. (even doe it just as slow as the liftback and regular sedan) but hey it still looks sweet!!!

[Vodalus]

Crank windows are cool and fun...
You are a strange, strange individual..... :biggrin:

~YR

My current loaner is this '95 Ford Exploder with electric windows that only go up and down when they feel like it. I wish it had optional hand cranks when I go to Taco Bell. Cranks are also useful if you do a lot of driving into lakes. :tongue:

And yes twixt the dealer is lying. Always.

[tds12]

If I had a Ford that the electric windows did'nt work correctly I would think Toyota next time.

[Vodalus]

Indeed. Unfortunately that busted up Ford was the only rig anyone would give me as a loaner for free. The windows are just the tip of the iceberg, believe me. I'm awaiting my 3-door Yaris hatch with great anticipation.

[YotaYarisUSA]

I think I should start a forum,for ppl that like the don't like power options,its not that I really don't like that,its that I just don't see it being worth it for the Yaris,I think Toyota is asking to much $$,to add them right now. As,the Yaris gets more popular etc,I'm sure they will come out with different packages and better options,but 1,700 something for power window,and the other stuff is just too much, in my opinion. I never use cruise,abs not needed on small car like the Yaris. Like I said before,it takes away from the price value of the Yaris, if I max it out with all that stuff,I might was well get a Camry,Fusion,or Mazda 3.:iono:

The Yaris caught,my eye, bc of the cheap price and great fuel! I'm taking this car home for $14,137!

I bet next year,the 2008 Yaris will have leather seats, sunroof, power everything, sirius, subwoofers, all the works, I bit you can get one up to 20,000 bucks :eyebulge: or more!

But,hey what ever floats your boat, if you are happy getting all power everything then thats great go for it. Just spilling out my 2 cents worth :)


Anyone want to join, my now power ,crank windows club? :respekt:



YotaYarisUSA

[Ziv]

Bahahahaha, count me in the crank windows club! I was thinkin' about the same thing when I got mine. No power package nothin', the only thing that is truly "NEEDED" is my A/C.

[Uglyboyed]

no power window here. I'll join the club.. and im still lovin my yaris. (even doe power window wouldnt hurt)

[fearturtle44]

The power windows I love. It is the cruise control that I don't need. And at least the cigarette tray/lighter are GONE........ Finally.

Kevin

[why?]

I have no power windows either. I actually like it better, the car can be off and I can still close the windows.

Now I am going to have to get power locks installed with my alarm, so the alarm can lock the doors.

[Uglyboyed]

Now I am going to have to get power locks installed with my alarm, so the alarm can lock the doors.


How are you going to be able to do that without spendin a bunch of money buying the motors and stuff like that to have power windows. if you know any place that does it let me know cause i wanna do that too.

[ROCKLAND TOYOTA]

your dealer is saying that even by ordering the car still no luck???? i was told for the longest that i couldn't get a 5speed 3door in blazin blue......

[Tankota]

I went to all the dealers I could get to in my area, none had a model with power on the floor.. if they even had a Yaris. Also didn't come accross a single HB. :iono: Did finaly find an S-Sedan with auto to test drive. But I was able to order my S-Sedan with the power package out here.

I did notice playing with the Buy Toyota web site, using diffrent zip codes for diffrent regions, that some options are not available in some regions. Here in Southern California for example I can't get fog lights or side air bags, while in others you can. I confirmed this with my dealer. He said he could order it that way if I wanted, but it would then be a real special order and could take months to get one, as it would have to reallocated back in Japan on the shipping side, while if I ordered from what was allocated to my region it would only take a few weeks probably, as one was probably already on the boat over and heading to my area, or at a distrubution point, that they could allocate to the dealer with the order.

If it's showing up as an option under the buytoyota web site for your area, then it should be available. Just a mater if the dealer wants to spend the time getting it. I have no idea how Toyota picks what areas get what, I can understand stuff like the all weather package (also not available in So-Cal) But then it must cost them more to come up with all these combo's. And who's not to say I'd use my Yaris up in the mountains in winter (which I will) so that all weather package and fog lights could have been handy. Actually all I realy wanted was the fog lights, the car looks better with them.. I'll have to find something aftermarket to mount in there..

You want options? Try zip code 45255 for a Yaris S-Sedan Auto on Buy Toyota.com. They go up to option package "K"!! :mad: Then try my zip code, 91355. Only A, B, C. :iono:

[extenny]

My Dealer just told me i could have any options i wanted just had to place in order and wait 4 to 6 weeks. Now If I will have a car in 4 to 6 weeks i dont know. But me personally I would rather wait the extra weeks than to get a car faster that is not the way I want it.

[DARK505]

My Dealer just told me i could have any options i wanted just had to place in order and wait 4 to 6 weeks. Now If I will have a car in 4 to 6 weeks i dont know.

I was told the exact same thing... from the second dealer i talked to... the first told me that in 4-6 weeks i could choose (if i was on top of the waiting list) from whatever they have instock.

But me personally I would rather wait the extra weeks than to get a car faster that is not the way I want it.

I feel the same!

[why?]

How are you going to be able to do that without spendin a bunch of money buying the motors and stuff like that to have power windows. if you know any place that does it let me know cause i wanna do that too.


The alarm place I went to quoted me $200 for power locks. The cable locks on the Yaris are new, but their is obviously now a kit out their for them.

[johnnyfive]

I bet next year,the 2008 Yaris will have leather seats, sunroof, power everything

YotaYarisUSA


when i picked my car up my sales person told me they can now get them shiped with sunroofs :)

[ROCKLAND TOYOTA]

^ basically anyone who wants options on the car should plan on waiting the 6-8 weeks. im waiting for july to get the trd exhaust, springs,shocks and 18" wheels on the blazin blue hatch im ordering....

[eight_heads]

yeah, it'll be interesting to see what they end up coming out with, of course, the scions haven't really changed have they?

[extenny]

Sunroof? has anyone else heard this?

[eight_heads]

no, but there are aftermarket sunroofs that look just as good and aren't that hard to install

[TRD_Yaris]

I think I should start a forum,for ppl that like the don't like power options,its not that I really don't like that,its that I just don't see it being worth it for the Yaris,I think Toyota is asking to much $$,to add them right now. As,the Yaris gets more popular etc,I'm sure they will come out with different packages and better options,but 1,700 something for power window,and the other stuff is just too much, in my opinion. I never use cruise,abs not needed on small car like the Yaris. Like I said before,it takes away from the price value of the Yaris, if I max it out with all that stuff,I might was well get a Camry,Fusion,or Mazda 3.:iono:

The Yaris caught,my eye, bc of the cheap price and great fuel! I'm taking this car home for $14,137!

I bet next year,the 2008 Yaris will have leather seats, sunroof, power everything, sirius, subwoofers, all the works, I bit you can get one up to 20,000 bucks :eyebulge: or more!

But,hey what ever floats your boat, if you are happy getting all power everything then thats great go for it. Just spilling out my 2 cents worth :)


Anyone want to join, my now power ,crank windows club? :respekt:



YotaYarisUSA

I'll join! I feel Power windows/ Locks is kinda pointless on a liftback, and I drive delivery 40+ hours per week and basically live out of my car. I don't know what the weight difference is (early 90s imports had rather heavy power window assemblies that most tuner/racers avoid, along with sunroofs) but rolling down a window that's less than arm's length from me is more than sufficient. I rarely have passengers besides girl's i'm taking out on dates, and I would rather take my Lexus or just OPEN THE Passenger DOOR for them like a gentleman..so P Locks don't help me. If P.LOcks AND REMOTE ENTRY were both in the Power Package..i might say different..but another $200 on top IS LAME!!! you can get a TOP OF THE LINE security system with BADASS remote entry for way less than that (and it will get you insurance discount).

Power side mirrors are OK, but RARELy used by anyone except people who are sharing cars (=not me).

ABS only helps those who don't have Super Driving Skills like me :P
I can outbrake a C5 corvette in the rain with a stock, non-ABS 240SX..it's all about knowing the limitations of your tires and a decently neutral weight balance..ABS helps those who overreact and slam on the brakes when something surprises them, IMO

The 15" Power Package Steel / Alloy wheels are pretty lame looking, and the tires are still cheapos. For $600 i can put on 15" , 11 pound Falken wheels and tires (Falken Ziex 512 Ultra high Performance AllSeason rating) on and my performance will increase overall.

Cruise would be nice, though..

I agree..it's the pure economics of this type of car. $10,950 + 550 Delivery doesn't sound bad for a stripped down Egg. Add $1600 for Power package and $550 for the lame Floor Mats, Mud Guards (which you can get MUCH cheaper online from ToyotaPartsDirect) you're getting near $14000..you can get a sweet looking 2006 Civic DX Coupe w/ power windows and MUCH MORE for MSRP $15,055..(btw, Brown Toyota in Arlington, Viriginia sells their Civic Coupe DX for less than $13,700!!!!).
I'm going to start referring to the "CONVENIENCE PACKAGE" as the "Convenient for Toyota to list this as an option so that they could say their vehicle costs less than $11,000 Package". hmm..it's not an option on ANY Yaris Liftbacks in the USA as of yet, and to be honest with you, HOW IS A FREAKING REAR WIPER CONVENIENT??!! umm..here in Texas I just wash my rear window regularly and apply RainX..and i've never had problems even on 6 different fastbacks (300ZXs, 240SXs,civic hatck) and 4 SUV's. And, anti-fog strips on the rear window only reduce visibility worse than fog..some RainX antifog and knowing how to use your Vents/Defrost to reduce fog is something that all drivers should know..


Feel free to flame me, Everyone has their Perspectives and Reasons for why it works for their specific application/situation. But, some people make a decision on which car to buy based on the "basics" which most cars INCLUDE as STANDARD EQUIPMENT nowadays...then they just start adding on whatever packages/options they want without respect to the final price...
Personally, i wanted the most stripped down Yaris Liftback as a grocery getter and to drive for work/school to keep miles off my Fully Loaded Lexus.
I'm also using it to test-fit aftermarket parts for a few companies, and will be entered in SCCA after they classify it and I can get TEIN suspension, a decent clutch, front and rear diffusers, and oil cooler setup :P
So, all in all, every add on is worthless to me..except maybe the spoiler and fog lights...and i'm pretty sure the spoiler is non-functional..

[sroberts]

Well said TRD_Yaris. I did go for the power package tho. I got a sedan so power window make it easier when the kids forget to roll up the windows I don't have to walk around to each door and roll them back up. They are usually out of the car and in the house before I open my door :)

[Blenjar]

you're getting near $14000..you can get a sweet looking 2006 Civic DX Coupe w/ power windows and MUCH MORE for MSRP $15,055..(btw, Brown Toyota in Arlington, Viriginia sells their Civic Coupe DX for less than $13,700!!!!).

WHERE?

[ROCKLAND TOYOTA]

i guess to each his own...... but i cannot see buying a car in the year of 2006 without power windows/locks,etc..... ive had numerous whips without power and a/c and to be honest i won't own another new car without them.

[PMCRW]

A dealer who tells you that is just trying as much as possible to NOT assist the customer and as much as possible to screw you over. You should be able to order whatever the hell you want for any car and have them build it and ship it to you. If they can do it for P. Diddy, then they can do it for you...

[Lizardboy]

This is my first post here on Yaris World. I'm hoping to get a call from the dealer in a couple hours that they received a silver, 5-speed, hatch with power everything this morning.

I have to agree with whomever said that there is confusion on the dealers' side concerning this car. I spoke with one dealer and they told me that the 5-speed with the power package is so rare that they've never seen it and when they looked it up on the computer, the closest one is more than 2,000 miles away. When I called another dealer the salesman told me that it's true that the 5-speed with power is rare. What they have to look for on the computer though is an "s", specifying the sport package. Now, I'm assuming he's not talking about the Yaris S sedan because he knows that I'm looking for the hatch. So, basically, I don't think they really know what's going on. All I know is that buying a new car shouldn't be this frustrating.

BTW, I decided to take a look at the Honda Fit and started visiting dealer websites. If they're online inventories are correct, I can't find any Fits in my area either. People must be snatching up every fuel efficient car as quickly as the dealers can receive them around here.

[Tankota]

Hmmmm... Sounds fishy.. In the US only the sedan comes with what they call an S-package... there is something simular for the hatch, but it's not available in the US, them folks up in Canada can get it though...:rolleyes:

In the southern california region, you want the hatch with option combo "b"

Option Combination #B $1,520
- 50 States Emission( FE)
- Power Package Includes: Power Door Locks, Power Windows, Power Outside Mirrors, 60/40 Split, Reclining, Sliding, Fold-flat Rear Seat, AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA Playback Capability and Auxiliary Audio Jack, Rear Window Wiper, Rear Defroster and 15-in. Steel Wheels( PQ)
- Remote Keyless Entry System[5]( KE)

[Lizardboy]

Well, I caved. I need a new car right now so we just got back from Redlands Toyota and we got a red Yaris S. It's not what I planned on but man, this thing is loaded!:eyebulge: The only thing I can think of that it doesn't have is ABS and I think the side air bags. It drives much nicer than I expected. It sits a little high though. Can't wait to lower it a bit. I'll snap a few photos as soon as I can and post them. We're about to go up to Big Bear so maybe I'll snap them up there.:thumbup:

[Tankota]

Congrats! If you have the s-package, and power windows/locks, then you do have ABS. The only 3 options not available in Southern California region is fog lights, side air bags, and the all weather package on the s-sedans.

There's two power packages also for Southern CA, one comes with steel wheels, the other comes with alloy wheels, keyless entry, and the rear spoiler.

[Lizardboy]

620

621
Sweet! I thought I had read online that it came with ABS. The Saleskid told me otherwise but then again, he has only worked there for 3 weeks. LOL!
I'm loving this car! We took it up to Big Bear tonight and it handled like a champ in the twisties. No excessive body roll and pretty predictable. So far, it's exceeded all of my expectations. I do have to take it in though because the highbeams come on if you just barely press forward on the headlight stalk. I can't wait to lower it a bit and get that short throw shifter. One question for you guys. I got the cd player/radio with the big LCD display in the center of the dash. Is it supposed to be an in-dash changer? In the little pocket reference guide that came with the car has a diagram of it and it shows a disc up and down function. I can't find any way to put multiple discs in though.

[Tankota]

No, it does not have a changer.. 1 disk at a time only.. I saw that too in the manual, I can only assume that it can control a Toyota remote trunk mounted changer maybe, something that isn't available yet for the Yaris, but I've seen it on other Toyotas.:iono:

[Lizardboy]

Thanks, yeah it wasn't really clear in the manual. It's not a big deal since I didn't expect to get a changer. Heck! I didn't expect to get a fully loaded car! LOL!:laugh:

[fred812]

I typed in 04401 , 27601 , 33011 I noticed many diff options on built your toyota seems maine doesnt have the power option button???

And I had a zip code that let me have a green color option for the latch back.
some had 5 colors others have 6 the gray appears in certian area's???

[Tankota]

I typed in 04401 , 27601 , 33011 I noticed many diff options on built your toyota seems maine doesnt have the power option button???

And I had a zip code that let me have a green color option for the latch back.
some had 5 colors others have 6 the gray appears in certian area's???


Yeah, diffrent colors and options are available only in certain areas.. I saw a few that you can't even get the S-sedan. That's Toyota for you.

[fnkngrv]

I went to the buytoyota site and they didn't even list the S in New England. I called 4 dealerships and they said that it would be a 4 to 6 month wait...JDM direct. I have mentioned it in other posts, but I opted to buy from 2k miles away and drove it home. I have the full power pack and love it. As for a disc changer to me that is a serious waste with compressed audio nowadays and sattelite radio. I love to Toyota, but for the most part the dealerships really blow for customer service. They want to get that easy sale and kick your tough one to the curb cause it doesn't drop flow in their pocket fast enough. As for the debate on manual or power....I like the power....I have manual in my 96 'cel and that is fine for me since that is my tuner.

[Snowflake]

I'm trying to order a Liftback with the power package, and alloy wheels though I'm not having any luck. Downeast Toyota (Brewer, ME) says the Lift only comes with the Convenience Package,All Weather Guard Package,Carpeted Floor Mats/Cargo Mat,Rear bumper protector and Rear spoiler. No Power package,Alloys,Keyless entry,fog lamps or side air bags. What gives? Where can I buy the car I want?? Any help appreciated.

[Violin]

If you are within a reasonable distance to Philadelphia, you might try Ardmore Toyota. Their online inventory is showing 2 liftbacks with the power package: http://www.ardmoretoyota.com/new_inventory.htm?start=0&certified=&SBmake=Toyota&SBmodel=Yaris&SBbodystyle=Hatchback

Based on the price, my guess is that they're just like mine with the power package (steel wheels), cold weather package, ABS, keyless entry, floor matts and armrest.

I traveled to Philly for mine because I couldn't get one like that in NJ.

[Buckethead]

i live in 13078 zip code and my dealer is telling me i cannot get power windows/lock on a liftback auto... but the toyota build car website shows i can.. WTFFFF is my dealer lying?


Maybe. Also the dealers would want to get rid of all their basic models first. When I got mine they had 2 Yaris's on the main lot. Both had no options whatsoever. I wanted the power package so we walked across the street in the 110 heat, and boom, the truck was literally unloading new cars and there she was ready for me. Don't be afraid to make them work for it. In my case make them walk/sweat for it. They always have something in the back somewhere.


:thumbsup:

[Buckethead]

And 1 correction,

option packages do vary from region to region. I'm in California so I don't get the cold weather package.

Vice Versa.

[ceres]

Yeah, you can't get an S in my region for some reason, which is what I wanted. The dealer tried to order it for me anyway because sometimes they are able to squeeze things in but got the notice that he couldn't order it a week ago. The sucky part was the dealer never just told me I couldn't get the S in my area. Toyota.com and Edmunds never showed anything about not being able to get it so I didn't know. If he'd have just told me, I would have changed my order so I didn't waste 3 weeks being excited for a car I wasn't going to get. Oh well. Getting a sedan with the power package and all the options I wanted. Just not the S version or the color I really wanted.

[Violin]

PA region gets the 'S' too. There was a black one at the dealership when I picked up my car.

[dbaxter]

i live in 13078 zip code and my dealer is telling me i cannot get power windows/lock on a liftback auto... but the toyota build car website shows i can.. WTFFFF is my dealer lying?

Actually I was told the same thing for 30188 north of Atlanta, GA. After calling several different dealers I finally had one tell me the inside scoop. They are just not motivated to do any kind of dealer trade for the Yariseseses. He stated the only get $400 bux profit and its not worth there time to do a dealer locate.

Unless its one of the ones Toyota was sending them, they are not doing anything to try and get one for you. I was pretty pissed after finding like 42 Auto/HB/with power option but they were all in Miami, FL and the dealer flat out told me, sorry be we are not going to even try to have that shipped or even driven up here for only $400 bux.

If TOYOTA by any remote chance reads this!!! YOUR DEALERS OR SCREWING YOU OVER. Toyota could sell out ( seriously ) of these little cars but the dealers have no motivation and are NOT HELPING.

They should do "checkup calls" to any dealer and ask for a Yaris, I bet anywhere they get the same BS.

</rant>

Sorry this was a real piss me off point when searching all over north and south GA to find my little car and I just lucked out and found one coming in exactly like I wanted before even the manager of the dealership knew it was coming. ( thanks to the internet and build a toyota ). I put bux down before it even got to the dealership since they are impossible here to find.

I have seen 1 other Yaris so far, but that was in Houston TX.

[joe keeney]

Your dealer wants to sell his lot cars. I got power galore no problem find another dealer. It didn't have keyless they installed it after market.

[Sinaz]

I jut wanted to chime in with my aftermarket power options journey.

I waived the power whatever option at the dealer... knocking 2000 dollars off the final price.

With that 2000 dollars, I had a professionally installed 3 door power locks + trunk release + keyless entry + Python alarm + optional interior switches -AND- a SPAL power windows kit -AND- tinted my windows... leaving me with 1000 dollars change to figure out how to get the mirrors powered (if I so choose).

With the aftermarket support on these Toyotas... so long as you've got a few competitive aftermarket shops near by and a trusted family mechanic... there is no reason to spend the money Toyota asks for their options unless you simply want the interior switches to be genuine Toyota electronics switches (for whatever that's worth.) If you don't have a family mechanic, you really ought to go find a shop that feels trust worthy and get to know everyone's names there.

The power package I was offered at Toyota did not include power to the liftback's lock nor a feature to pop it via remote. It also lacked impact sensors (or so I gathered from the salesperson.)

So... anyone know anything about aftermarket power mirror conversions?

[n0ts0intellig3nt]

err. im having problems finding a cable style power lock conversion for the yaris sedan. anyone got suggestions?

*nevermind im an idiot*

http://www.a1electric.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=AEOS&Product_Code=W02C-RF104

[grampi]

i live in 13078 zip code and my dealer is telling me i cannot get power windows/lock on a liftback auto... but the toyota build car website shows i can.. WTFFFF is my dealer lying?

If he's looking at other dealerships, he's probably telling the truth. If he's telling you it can't be factory ordered the way you want it, he's full of beans! You can order it with any option or option package from any dealership if you're getting it from the factory.

[petesimac]

[QUOTE=YotaYarisUSA;7501]Power is harder to get with Yaris,and in my opinion is not worth the $$$, it only gives you something else that can break down and tear up.

That's what I used to think; I have a 1998 Subaru Forester and approaching it's tenth year of use, not a lick of problem with the power windows.

I wasn't planning on getting the power package with the Yaris, but I really needed the 60/40 fold-flat, sliding seats in the HB to make it work for me; I would by lying if I said that I didn't like the convenience of the power. Just wish I could have gotten cruise control (I still may add one aftermarket if it really bothers me on my long trip in June).

As an aside, TDS12, where did you get your avatar? So very hot.

[KwonSau]

I wanted a 5speed LB with the power package. One dealer (the sales manager of a self-proclaimed "super dealer" - no joke) told me that the combination was impossible, and a car like that does not exist. I'm tempted to send him the photo of that non-existent car which is sitting in my driveway (from another dealer, of course). The bottom line: When your searching for your car, get as much information as you can and don't take any salesperson's word as gospel (for all you know they might have been working at the dealer a week). Talk to a bunch of different dealers, and spend a lot of time on yarisworld.com :thumbup: Eventually, you'll get what you want.

[arothman]

Same deal here - dealer said that side curtain airbags aren't an available option in the region here. Of course, when they did the search, they didn't have any at all elsewhere. Wish we could wait 6 weeks to replace the current car... guess they'll lose the sale.

[TLyttle]

Count me in as well. I haven't driven into a lake lately (!), but what bothers me is the thought of a collision taking out the battery; that kills off the windows [I]and[I] the electric locks!

Sorry, I'll lock my own doors, and wind up my own windows, thanks...