Help me decide, 2007 or 2009

[imaddicted2u]

I'm trying to decide between 2 used Yaris'. Both are 4dr Sedan's, I don't know too much about Yaris but have heard they are ultra reliable.
2007 115,000 km $4300 Has a rear spoiler
2009 250,000 km $3800 no rear spoiler
Given that both cars look to be in the same physical condition. Help me decide which one to go with. Which one do you think I should buy?

[WeeYari]

With that mileage, I'd probably opt for the '07.


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[imaddicted2u]

Thanks for the reply. Is there anything in particular that I should look out for on the 2007?

[phaznet]

No issues with my '07!

The 2007 yaris is a way better deal: 500$ difference for 135,000 km less!

[imaddicted2u]

Took some pics of both cars. Any thoughts? Did these cars come with A/C as standard equipment? Both are automatics.
2007 $4300 115,000 km
http://i61.tinypic.com/1p7bz4.jpg
http://i58.tinypic.com/rml34y.jpg
http://i57.tinypic.com/2nu0o05.jpg
http://i61.tinypic.com/x3y2c8.jpg
http://i58.tinypic.com/2vts8ys.jpg
http://i62.tinypic.com/el7cao.jpg
http://i62.tinypic.com/9ir0jq.jpg
http://i60.tinypic.com/3467w92.jpg
http://i58.tinypic.com/24zm1kz.jpg
http://i61.tinypic.com/szd008.jpg
http://i57.tinypic.com/sfv7g6.jpg
2009 $3800 250,000 km
http://i60.tinypic.com/a9tmdc.jpg
http://i59.tinypic.com/zio95j.jpg
http://i61.tinypic.com/neuiw2.jpg
http://i57.tinypic.com/jkhk6o.jpg

[2009Toyotoad]

I'm trying to decide between 2 used Yaris'. Both are 4dr Sedan's, I don't know too much about Yaris but have heard they are ultra reliable.
2007 115,000 km $4300 Has a rear spoiler
2009 250,000 km $3800 no rear spoiler
Given that both cars look to be in the same physical condition. Help me decide which one to go with. Which one do you think I should buy?

Are both automatics or manual? If both automatics go for the lowest miles. but a manual usually yields better MPG.

Regardless of what's picked fluid service is a must. Oil, coolant, transmission, possible brake fluid as well. Stick with OEM transmission fluid for the automatic. And my preference is Toyota SLLC over the Zerex Asian alternative or any universal coolant.

[imaddicted2u]

Yes, both are auto. I posted some pics last night, waiting for them to be approved.

[bronsin]

SHow the guy selling the 09 the 07 and offer less!

$500 for a slightly older car with half the mileage is a DEAL!

WAIT A MINUTE!

The 07 has a spoiler? Probably owned by a motocrosser who thinks he should be driving the Indy 500 but has to settle for trashing his car every other weekend! Go for the 09!

(sorry couldnt resist!)

[imaddicted2u]

I will be offering less on the 07 but both cars are at the same dealer.
The 07 spoiler is stock, S series I think. Has a lot of options too, PW, PL, Alloy wheels. I don't see an AC button though. Let's see if this works for the pics:
2007 pics
http://tinypic.com/a/5a3wx/1
2009 pics
http://tinypic.com/a/5a3ww/1

[imaddicted2u]

bronsin,
Both cars are at the same dealer. I'm thinking of offering $4000 for the 07.
The spoiler is stock on the 07, the S series I think. It has PW, PL, Alloy wheels, driving lights and a few other options. I tried to post links to pics but a Mod needs to approve.

[bronsin]

Good choice the price difference is negligible and the mileage difference considerable.

Even if the car needs a little work at some point $4000 for a Yaris with 100 k is a cheap car. You can also have an independent garage go over the car if you want.

Good luck and let us know what happens!:thumbsup:

[imaddicted2u]

Good choice the price difference is negligible and the mileage difference considerable.

Good luck and let us know what happens!:thumbsup:


I'm waiting until the pics are approved by a mod before I make another move. I want you folks to look at them and get your input. I'm concerned about the amount of rust underneath. I've never seen muffler hangers with rust growing on them and the left rear frame seems to be showing a lot of rust.

[imaddicted2u]

http://i62.tinypic.com/9ir0jq.jpg

[imaddicted2u]

I wonder how often Mods approve posts with attachments/pictures.

[IllusionX]

I believe after a certain number of posts, you will be allowed to post links/linked pictures to the forum.

[imaddicted2u]

Thanks IllusionX,
Hmm, I wonder how many posts? Every time I post pics, it says the post will not be visible until approved by a Mod.
In the posting rules at bottom left it says "You may post attachments", "[IMG] code is On"
So I'm not really sure what to think.

[imaddicted2u]

All of a sudden I can post images.
This is some of the rust I concerned with on the 2007.
http://i62.tinypic.com/9ir0jq.jpg
Check out the muffler hangers, just seems odd.
http://i62.tinypic.com/el7cao.jpg
Body Pics of the 2007
http://i61.tinypic.com/1p7bz4.jpg
http://i57.tinypic.com/2nu0o05.jpg
http://i61.tinypic.com/x3y2c8.jpg

[imaddicted2u]

IllusionX,
Perhaps the magic number was 10, thanks again.

[imaddicted2u]

The 2009, didn't take any underneath pics. Might go do that this evening.
http://i60.tinypic.com/a9tmdc.jpg
http://i59.tinypic.com/zio95j.jpg
http://i61.tinypic.com/neuiw2.jpg
http://i57.tinypic.com/jkhk6o.jpg

[imaddicted2u]

2007, a couple of pics, underneath front
http://i57.tinypic.com/sfv7g6.jpg
http://i61.tinypic.com/szd008.jpg
http://i58.tinypic.com/24zm1kz.jpg
http://i60.tinypic.com/3467w92.jpg

[imaddicted2u]

More under 09 Yaris
http://i57.tinypic.com/2117x2d.jpg
http://i62.tinypic.com/e87tjo.jpg
http://i59.tinypic.com/eqz22u.jpg

[imaddicted2u]

More of the bottom of the 07
http://i61.tinypic.com/2dkeqeh.jpg
http://i58.tinypic.com/2yo8shu.jpg

[IllusionX]

The mileage took its toll on the 09. It also looks like the 07 was garage parked, that's why you would see more rust underneath.

Tough choice!

[imaddicted2u]

Yep, very tough choice, I like the look of the 07 but I think I'll pass on it due to the excessive rust. The high mileage on the 09 makes it a no go as well. I'll keep looking for the right one.

[Viperoni]

Basically, in 5 years, you can plan on the 07 rusting apart, and the 09 will probably need the engine or tranny replaced. Even though these engines are tough, 250k isn't a small amount of mileage.

[ern-diz]

Yep, very tough choice, I like the look of the 07 but I think I'll pass on it due to the excessive rust. The high mileage on the 09 makes it a no go as well. I'll keep looking for the right one.

I agree with your thinking.

[NEexpat]

I'd keep looking too.

[Betrivent]

Want to come pick up my hatch? ;)

[imaddicted2u]

Want to come pick up my hatch? ;)

LOL, If I still lived in Fort Saskatchewan...I would...lol

Thanks to all the posters that answered. I really appreciate the advice. My Wife really wants the 07. I showed her your responses and it has helped her to understand that you can't just judge a car based on the exterior look.

[Freestylin]

Want to come pick up my hatch? ;)

Why are you selling it? This meet is never going down then.. lol

[2009Toyotoad]

I've seen enough. Go for the Yaris S. better residual value and lower mileage.

[Betrivent]

Why are you selling it? This meet is never going down then.. lol

I want something more refined. Looking at a BMW or if I can find one, an IS300 Manual

[MUSKOKA800]

Considering the 2007 has lower mileage and the S package, consider it a no-brainer.
Although I see a lot of rust in some of those pictures. Likely not rust-proofed originally.

[bronsin]

Scary rust! Come to NJ and buy your car!