What will your next car be?

[junorico24]

What? hmmm..

Love Toyota but willing to try other brands not a brand snob at all.

Check out my list!

Mazda 2 or 3 hatch back.
Kia Cerato Hatchback.
Suzuki Swift Sport hatchback.
Vw Golf R 2nd hand.
Toyota 86 but being two door and cramped back seats hmm..


What are your choices for a next car?
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[scratchpaddy]

The Yaris is my next car! Suzuki Swift was my last car, kind of. It was the version that only the U.S. and Canada got between 1995 and 2001. If they had kept selling the newer Swifts here, I would be interested.

My sister has a 2008 Kia Spectra5, which is the U.S. name for the Cerato hatchback. Solid car, I like it. Gas mileage is somewhere between average and disappointing, though.

When you said "Toyota 86," I though you meant the AE86, and I wondered why you wanted such an old car. :laugh: The new 86 is sold as the FR-S or Subaru BR-Z here.

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[enviri]

^ its called an 86 here in usa too.

[Captain Yaris]

The Yaris is my next car as well. If you like something keep it. Resist the urge for new. When my engine blows I'll rebuild it. When my paint gets marred, I'll replace it. http://petrolicious.com/meet-the-million-mile-porsche-356-daily-driver

[Golddeenoh]

A PONY!!!

[ern-diz]

For the last few months, I've been having conversations with my better half about getting into something new with more safety features. This was brought on by one of her co-workers getting hit by a texting driver, causing them to roll over 3 times on the freeway. She swore by the side curtain airbags saving their lives.

I was going back and forth between the Ford Focus RS or ST. I have a salesman on standby at my local Ford dealership waiting to call me when the recall on the door latch is resolved so I can test drive a gun metal gray ST on the lot.

Having said that, I've had some time to consider it more and like Captain Yaris, have decided to stick with my Yaris. For a 9 year old car it looks amazing, only has just over 67,500 miles on it and has been modded to my liking. Maintenance and repairs are cheap. I'd almost be happy to blow the motor so I could swap it with the 1.8. It gets compliments everywhere I go and I enjoy driving it. Spent just under $1,200 to put some new RPF1's on it and am tickled with the change in looks. No, it doesn't have side curtain airbags, but no safety feature can guarantee walking away from a collision.

I'm going to keep it looking sharp and drive it until the wheels fall off. In the long run, it's going to save me a ton of money.

[junorico24]

The Yaris is my next car! Suzuki Swift was my last car, kind of. It was the version that only the U.S. and Canada got between 1995 and 2001. If they had kept selling the newer Swifts here, I would be interested.

My sister has a 2008 Kia Spectra5, which is the U.S. name for the Cerato hatchback. Solid car, I like it. Gas mileage is somewhere between average and disappointing, though.

When you said "Toyota 86," I though you meant the AE86, and I wondered why you wanted such an old car. :laugh: The new 86 is sold as the FR-S or Subaru BR-Z here.

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Drove my wifey's 2016 Kia Sportage. Solid car, comfortable. Tries to feel and look more expensive than it really is. Someone said KIA stands for..K=KIA I=imitating, A=Audi lol. Kia's are not bad but they lack fun. Very vague steering. Mind you the Sportage diesel has some get up and go when you need it.

Same with Hyundai accent i test drove a while go. They're more comfort orientated brand than putting a smile for miles kind of company. They handle well enough but not a hoot to throw around corners.

Suzuki never owned one before but the reports are good for the Swift sport. it's up there with the Mazda's in terms of driving fun.

I have never owned a European. Volkswagen they are foreign to me the golf looks very nice inside and out.Minimalist design but premium quality feel about them. Not sure about how they drive.


Toyota 86 the BRZ twin Subayota collaboration. I looked at the car and was shocked how cramped it was at the back. I mean I have 2 year old even she would complain back there.

[scratchpaddy]

Kia poached their chief design officer, Peter Schreyer, from Audi, so yes, they're very keen to imitate Audi. :wink:

I've heard Volkswagens drive very well, but I'd hate to own one out of warranty. I've always preferred comfort over engagement, personally. The Mazdas I've ridden in just seemed loud and rough to me. When the automotive journalists start making nautical analogies, I know I'll like it. This is why most of my past cars were GM products. :laugh:

[SirDigby]

I was a VW tech. I would not own one with more than 60,000 miles on it unless it was older than a 1998.
I've owned many Hondas, and I don't like any of the new ones. i'd get an 05 Si if I could find a good one.
I go to a lot of body shops for my job, and I would not own a Hyundai/Kia do to their extremely poor frame/body.
the older mazda2 from japan is ok, but you can't get a 2 door in the US. same with the Fiesta ST, no US 2 door or that'd be the one. I could never justify spending $50,000 for a Focus RS. you could probably work a sweet deal for a focus ST using the "well it's no RS" argument.
I would love to own a Lotus elise/exige. (if I were going to spend $50,000) until then, I think I would get a 16or> yaris. it's one of the only 2 door hatchbacks you can buy in US.

[Captain Yaris]

I was a VW tech. I would not own one with more than 60,000 miles on it unless it was older than a 1998.
I've owned many Hondas, and I don't like any of the new ones. i'd get an 05 Si if I could find a good one.
I go to a lot of body shops for my job, and I would not own a Hyundai/Kia do to their extremely poor frame/body.
the older mazda2 from japan is ok, but you can't get a 2 door in the US. same with the Fiesta ST, no US 2 door or that'd be the one. I could never justify spending $50,000 for a Focus RS. you could probably work a sweet deal for a focus ST using the "well it's no RS" argument.
I would love to own a Lotus elise/exige. (if I were going to spend $50,000) until then, I think I would get a 16or> yaris. it's one of the only 2 door hatchbacks you can buy in US.

Spot on! Which is why I purchased my 3 Dr.

[CB900F2]

Going to be getting a 2017 or 2018 elantra

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[KimmoKekki]

AE86 mentioned http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161202/245cb2912f90d4982d2f43a993723003.jpg

[justanotherdrunk]

in addition to not replacing the roadtrip yaris


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[dogsridewith]

an all electric repop of 1 door (front of car) BMW Isetta
or
somefer van, solid-fuel/steam-powered, to facilitate operation after total collapse of the infrastructure

[bronsin]

I was going back and forth between the Ford Focus RS or ST. I have a salesman on standby at my local Ford dealership waiting to call me when the recall on the door latch is resolved so I can test drive a gun metal gray ST on the lot.

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No no NO not that! :cry:

[bronsin]

I'm going to keep it looking sharp and drive it until the wheels fall off. In the long run, it's going to save me a ton of money.

Yes yes YES! Now youre talking! :thumbsup:

[bronsin]

Im 60 and I figure this is my last car.

But you never know!

[ern-diz]

No no NO not that! :cry:

Yes yes YES! Now youre talking! :thumbsup:

:biggrin:

Im 60 and I figure this is my last car.

But you never know!

I assume you snow guys use some form of rubber tools, very carefully, to extract your cars from a heavy dump?

[scratchpaddy]

1 door (front of car) BMW Isetta
I love those things! Or the 600, which has a backseat and two doors! Bring your friends! :laugh:

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[bronsin]

:biggrin:



I assume you snow guys use some form of rubber tools, very carefully, to extract your cars from a heavy dump?

This extraction was by shovel as my snowblower blew a shear pin which took me a couple days to finger out.

[junorico24]

Just waiting for the 2017 Suzuki Swift Sport, Ignis or Baleno to come out.

[malibuguy]

If something happens to my yaris...and i buy new (doubt it because i hate payments) a new Chevy Spark Active

Tho most likely Ill pick up a Tercel because i love them and want another one.

The plan is keep the Yaris forever...as its the first car ive bought brand new, and of which been paid off. Shit will happen I know it wont be around forever but damnit I want to get my 16k out of it!

[fnkngrv]

Just picked up my daily driver replacement about three weeks ago. Finally ditched the Highlander. 17 Camry XSE minus nav.... I hate built in nav.

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[SCaRa]

Is that the American version of our Corolla (continental Europe)?
Looks nice!

[junorico24]

If something happens to my yaris...and i buy new (doubt it because i hate payments) a new Chevy Spark Active

Tho most likely Ill pick up a Tercel because i love them and want another one.

The plan is keep the Yaris forever...as its the first car ive bought brand new, and of which been paid off. Shit will happen I know it wont be around forever but damnit I want to get my 16k out of it!

This was also my plan when I bought my brand new Yaris 8 years ago:thumbsup:. When i drove it out the STEALERSHIP i thought wow this is a neat car i will keep it. But 8 years on the car is showing it's age.NOTHING LAST FOREVER.:frown:

The great thing about being in Australia is there is so many choices of cars and manufacturers to choose from. I noticed in America you guys do not.

Manufacturers like Renault, Seat, Skoda, Peugeut, Citreon, Tata (indian manufacturer) Proton (Malaysian Manufacturer) and Chinese brands that are not doing so well here. Cars like the Suzuki Swift and an authentic Mazda 2 hatch, and so many more.

[justanotherdrunk]

or maybe

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:drinking:

[KimmoKekki]

This was also my plan when I bought my brand new Yaris 8 years ago:thumbsup:. When i drove it out the STEALERSHIP i thought wow this is a neat car i will keep it. But 8 years on the car is showing it's age.NOTHING LAST FOREVER.:frown:

The great thing about being in Australia is there is so many choices of cars and manufacturers to choose from. I noticed in America you guys do not.

Manufacturers like Renault, Seat, Skoda, Peugeut, Citreon, Tata (indian manufacturer) Proton (Malaysian Manufacturer) and Chinese brands that are not doing so well here. Cars like the Suzuki Swift and an authentic Mazda 2 hatch, and so many more.



And now people lets wonder why Toyota is the biggest .... #EverBetterCars

[junorico24]

OMG. The new swift looks straight fire.Good looking hot hatch. :wub:

http://www.caradvice.com.au/510491/2017-suzuki-swift-revealed-new-turbo-engines-and-platform-sleeker-design/photos/

[junorico24]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2ErXelpn30

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSEtmj0jwc4

Move over Yaris! 2017 Suzuki Swift!

[KimmoKekki]

Looks like it's made from
Fiesta
Yaris
Mini
Dunno how it's there but
Here in europe Suzuki original spares ar shite expensive

[scratchpaddy]

I really wish Suzuki still sold their cars in the U.S. Their partnership with GM finally did them in when GM gave them nothing but garbage from their Daewoo division to rebadge and sell. Now, to Americans, the S badge only brings to mind Korean chintz, even worse than Kia and Hyundai's reputation at the time.

[justanotherdrunk]

test drove the new sonic

pretty nice actually

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[dogsridewith]

What is the green car behind?

[scratchpaddy]

I've always liked the looks of the Sonic. The green car is a Spark. I think the new ones look pretty good. The last generation was so awkward looking. I still wouldn't buy one. I don't trust what remains of Daewoo yet (Spark, Sonic, and Cruze are all Daewoo).

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[why?]

my next car. Handles great, fun to drive, the features are nice, and I still average 32 mpg.
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[junorico24]

https://www.indiacarnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/New-Maruti-Swift-2017-9.jpg

http://s3.caradvice.com.au/thumb/770/382/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Swift-19.jpeg

http://performancedrive.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/2017-Suzuki-Swift-RS-750x468.jpg

Looks amazing...:drool: They did a fantastic job on the design of the new swift. .. 2017 Suzuki Ignis and Baleno tbh!

[why?]

Suzuki always sent the US the garbage cars. I wish we received the good stuff. That looks awesome.

[KimmoKekki]

Wrong ... Suzuki only make POS cars and so they must send those everywhere

[MadMax]

If I could get one here, I'd have an Audi A4 TDI wagon like the one I drove in Germany for a few weeks in October...

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c209/M2Repsol/IMG_4208_zpssnoqtyez.jpg

This beast did 37+ MPG (better than my Yaris) doing 200km/h on the autobahn, handled the B-roads like a Porsche, and was smooth and comfortable the entire time!

Unfortunately, I just know the honeymoon would be over when it came time for maintenance or something broke, having owned German cars before...

It is the only rental car I've ever washed! :wub:

Cheers! M2

[fnkngrv]

Is that the American version of our Corolla (continental Europe)?
Looks nice!
Nope. It is the Camry so a larger chassis/wheelbase.

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[tarkus]

The Camry is another phenomenal Toyota. Lots of space. Huge trunk. Super smooth engines. I have a 2006 2.4l as my second car, mainly driven by wife. I've had the car since 2008, its done over 230k km, and all it's ever needed fixed is one coil pack. It doesn't burn any oil either, as I've always used synthetic oil in it.
This was also my plan when I bought my brand new Yaris 8 years ago[emoji106]. When i drove it out the STEALERSHIP i thought wow this is a neat car i will keep it. But 8 years on the car is showing it's age.
What have you been doing to that car?? My 2006 2nd gen Yaris, with150k km on the clock, is running perfectly. I've only had to change its belt. So was my 2004 1st gen, with over 220k km, until it got hit by a big Mercedes E class ☹

I mainly drove high end European cars in the past, BMW, Audi, Saab, VW, but now I'll only drive Toyota or Lexus, due to their reliability.

Suzuki, mentioned earlier, don't have good reliability stats. And currently I don't trust anything made by GM. Sad to say, although they look cool, they're not engineered anything as well as the main Japanese brands

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[tarkus]

Current North American VW/Audi reliability isn't good, and I used to be a huge fan, having owned two of each. They were solid, reliable and awesome. My cousin has now had two Jettas, which were both terrible mechanically. I'm not sure how she didn't learn her lesson after the first one, but they were really beautiful cars in all other respects.

I no longer go by the German car thing either. My BM W 528i was a total lemon and cost me thousands in repairs, although it was an awesome machine to drive. I only trust Japanese now - Toyota / Lexus to be more exact.

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[NYC-SE]

Yes VW's drive great, but they are unreliable money pits and a leading cause of migraine headaches. I used to own a Golf, now I own a Yaris.

[yarisugi]

This new member, aimeusdietger, decides to become a member to only post this? I found it odd.
Googled the name and it looks like there are several forums with this name and only one post.
A new kind of spammer?
Anywho, carry on.

[justanotherdrunk]

test drove the new bolt

easily as fast as the i3 ... it actually spun the front wheels

very cool/ modern interior styling

i3 lease ends next month ... not sure what i will get next

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[ern-diz]

test drove the new bolt

easily as fast as the i3 ... it actually spun the front wheels

very cool/ modern interior styling

i3 lease ends next month ... not sure what i will get next

No interest in the Fiesta ST?

[justanotherdrunk]

No interest in the Fiesta ST?

love it

sat in one at the show last week

no auto trans

dont wanna shift a daily driver

if it came with a slick 6,7 or 8 speed auto id be driving one already

[justanotherdrunk]

test drove this today

ct200h f sport

REALLY NICE


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[justanotherdrunk]

tomorrow audi

[justanotherdrunk]

jeez forgot about the jeep

i always wanted a wrangler and the salesman practically forced me to take it home overnight

really fun vehicle but not as a daily driver

put ~60 miles on her

none off road



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[ern-diz]

My buddy was thinking about picking up one of those Lexus'.

Not a Jeep man, but I'd be lying if I said that black on black Wrangler isn't good looking.

[why?]

test drove this today

ct200h f sport

REALLY NICE


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those are fun cars, especially in the f sport variety. What are you looking for in a new car? The brz/86 has a unique auto that lets you use paddle shifters in a manual style that will actually not shift unless you want it to. Plus I get 32 mpg overall, but I drive like a granny.

[toad]

i've been to the local subaru dealership and eyed the 2017 impreza. it looks really good and is built on their new 'global platform' which other than making it easier for them to build cars increases the structural strength a lot. having apple carplay is a big deal in my house too!

right now they are just trickling into lots and are popular based on all the buzz so i'm going to wait a few months when i have more negotiating room.

[justanotherdrunk]

those are fun cars, especially in the f sport variety. What are you looking for in a new car? The brz/86 has a unique auto that lets you use paddle shifters in a manual style that will actually not shift unless you want it to. Plus I get 32 mpg overall, but I drive like a granny.

i drove by the subaru dealer today

youre right i should drive one

[Kalispel]

I'm not purchasing my next car until 2020 or 2022 (I don't like odd-numbered years unless it ends in 5 - an OCD thing). Nothing much is on my auto radar really outside of possibly another Toyota-Made SE Yaris, if I like the looks of it in that model-year (and they are still being sold in the USA) - though I will go automatic from here on out, since I'm not getting any younger.

Perhaps the next-gen Corolla won't be the sad, weak/skinny-stanced eyesore that it is currently. The next-gen Camry looks pretty good from what I saw thus far, but is a bit too large for my taste in vehicles.

Most of the newer cars just aren't being styled to my liking, and/or contain a lot of unnecessary "safety" tech-bloat for distracted/idiot drivers. Huge turn off, and will just lead to more costly repairs down the road as sensors/mechanisms inevitably fail/malfunction.

iA - Can't stomach the horrible front-end bumper/headlight design, among other things. :thumbdown:
iM - Can't stomach the horrible front-end bumper/headlight design :thumbdown:
C-HR - Looks a bit to funky and weird, overall, for my taste. Trying too hard to be futuristic. :thumbdown:
Civic - Yet another goofy eyesore car from Honda :thumbdown:
Fit - Yet another goofy eyesore car from Honda :thumbdown:
Suburu Impreza - 2017 looks pretty good! :thumbup:, but I need to test-drive one to see how it feels.
Corolla - see above :thumbdown: Hoping for the best from the next-gen.

[jayeh]

I want a 4 Runner!

[ern-diz]

Most of the newer cars just aren't being styled to my liking...

What are your thoughts on the Mazda 3 wagon? I've seen a few in that deep blue and I actually think I could work with it from a looks perspective.

Wheels, lows, tint, etc. and I think it could look pretty aggressive.

[kimona]

What are your thoughts on the Mazda 3 wagon? I've seen a few in that deep blue and I actually think I could work with it from a looks perspective.

Wheels, lows, tint, etc. and I think it could look pretty aggressive.

The Mazda 3 hatchback and the Mazda CX-3 are growing on me. Actually, Mazda design looks pretty good compared to most of the current Toyotas and Hondas.

[ern-diz]

The Mazda 3 hatchback and the Mazda CX-3 are growing on me. Actually, Mazda design looks pretty good compared to most of the current Toyotas and Hondas.

Totally agree. I completely slept on the Mazda section at the last couple OC Auto Shows, but as I see them on the road more and more, they really are growing on me.

Whammy...

[kimona]

Some news about a new motor for the Mazda 3:

http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/news/mazdas-next-gen-skyactiv-engines-will-drop-spark-plugs-in-favor-of-high-compression/ar-AAlV9gi?li=BBisPVf&ocid=spartanntp

[ern-diz]

Interesting read; thanks.

[tarkus]

The Mazdas are decent looking cars overall. However I see a lot more Mazdas on the road with rust issues, than any other Japanese brand. Even cars that are only a few years old. Mazda 3s appear to be the worst, but I see some other current models with rust as well. Puts me completely off of Mazda.

I'm alsonot keen on a lot of Toyota and Honda's futuristic styling these days, especially what they've done with the Rav4. However, I quite like the current Camry and Corolla styling.

Anyone got thoughts on Mitsubishi?

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[soldout]

Lotus Elise S/C or a custom MR conversion on my del Sol.

[scratchpaddy]

Anyone got thoughts on Mitsubishi?I would have gone for a Mirage if they'd been around a little longer, but they're not far enough down the depreciation cycle yet. They're very reliable so far, from what I've read. Lots of Geo Metro owners have embraced them as the Metro's modern replacement.

They're coarse, loud, slow, and cheap in every way, good and bad. But they're put together in a way that makes them easy to work on, and they get 40+mpg without any hybrid or turbo shenanigans. It takes a certain kind of person to appreciate a car like that.

[justanotherdrunk]

sat in a cx-3 at the car show last week

super nice

i need to go to the dealer and drive one!

[Kalispel]

What are your thoughts on the Mazda 3 wagon? I've seen a few in that deep blue and I actually think I could work with it from a looks perspective.

Wheels, lows, tint, etc. and I think it could look pretty aggressive.

The Mazda3 has been growing on me as well since the lastest version was released a few years back, though I prefer the sedan version proportions over the hatchback version. I still think that the dramatic swooshing lower-door side body lines makes the car look like it is sagging in the middle a bit. LOVE the rear end design, and also like the front end design, overall.

I also like the overall look of the CX-3 (better than the C-HR or HR-V), even though I'm not really the crossover SUV type, but have this thing about oversized (or undersized) looking wheels on cars. The 16" on the base CX-3 trim looks too small, and the 18" on the higher trims look too big, so I guess that 17" would be the magic number for me on this vehicle. :laugh:

I've seen the back and forth about rust with Mazda, and not sure what to think about it. My sister (also here in AZ) has a top-trim 2013 Mazda3 sedan (previous model design to the current version) and I don't see any rust issues with it - but then, cars don't really rust very often in dry, hot AZ.

[Exiwolfman]

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2017 GMC may pick it up on Saturday ...Tired of small cars so gone get me a loaded truck haha

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[scratchpaddy]

A truck? I saw this one at Barrett-Jackson yesterday, but it doesn't cross the block until tomorrow. Gas is cheap, go get this one. :tongue:

https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-VV6jMRG/0/L/i-VV6jMRG-L.jpg (https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-VV6jMRG/0/O/i-VV6jMRG-O.jpg)

LOT #1148: FORD F-650 CUSTOM PICKUP (https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/2004-FORD-F-650-CUSTOM-PICKUP-198836)

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[Exiwolfman]

A truck? I saw this one at Barrett-Jackson yesterday, but it doesn't cross the block until tomorrow. Gas is cheap, go get this one. :tongue:

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LOT #1148: FORD F-650 CUSTOM PICKUP (https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/2004-FORD-F-650-CUSTOM-PICKUP-198836)

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Lmfao ...[emoji12]

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[justanotherdrunk]

very tempted to pick up one of these 2017 sonic

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[dogsridewith]

wearing its winter radiator cover?

[ern-diz]

...but then, cars don't really rust very often in dry, hot AZ.

:evil:

Hell no to all these trucks lol. I get annoyed enough with people's parking jobs as is. I swear to Christ I'd monster truck some of these idiots cars if I drove one of those behemoths.

The Sonic doesn't look bad, but like Hyundai, I'd worry about reliability every time I took it out on the road.

[tarkus]

The Sonic doesn't look bad, but like Hyundai, I'd worry about reliability every time I took it out on the road.
Yeah, those little Chevies are basically Daiwu crap.



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[ern-diz]

Yeah, those little Chevies are basically Daiwu crap.

Not good.

[why?]

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2017 GMC may pick it up on Saturday ...Tired of small cars so gone get me a loaded truck haha

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man talk about expensive. Although I will say they are rather nice inside, just too big for me. I'd mistakenly drive over a car or two without realizing.

[Exiwolfman]

man talk about expensive. Although I will say they are rather nice inside, just too big for me. I'd mistakenly drive over a car or two without realizing.
Not that expensive( about 50k loaded )well more than a Yaris lol but lots of GM offers plus 1% interest and definitely a lot bigger .
Still gone keep the Yaris for now probably sell it in the summer .

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[Kalispel]

If my car was totaled tomorrow, and had to be replaced ASAP, I would be looking at the following as a potential replacement:

First Choice - 2017 Toyota Yaris SE (Probably in Blue Streak Metallic, Magnetic Gray or Classic Silver Metallic this time, just to change things up a bit)
Second Choice - 2017 Toyota Corolla iM (ONLY in black - to blend/hide what I hate about the front bumper/grill design)
Third Choices - Upper-trim model 2017 Mazda3, Mazda CX-3, or Subaru Impreza

[dogsridewith]

another sign that front end styling has gotten so awful--Chevy offering five or so "special edition models" of its mainstay truck...each a different color with all the goofy trim painted body color. In some ways the industry is at about 1958...wonder if clean executions are in the pipeline. Who's got the Edsel now?

[justanotherdrunk]

Yeah, those little Chevies are basically Daiwu crap.





thanks for tellin' me now i won't buy it

:rolleyes:

[justanotherdrunk]

test drove a couple 2017 fiesta st's

sorry for the crappy phone pics

the white one had the black wheels, red painted calipers and recaro seats :headbang:

really nice

even some full throttle left pulling torque steer


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[ern-diz]

Such a fun little car.

Surprised not to see more comments from you regarding the test drives...

[kimona]

I really like the sheet metal design of the Ford Fiesta, and the ST must be fun! But, the car is crap!

[justanotherdrunk]

test drove the 2017 audi tts

wife likes it best of everything weve driven so far

toyota 86 and maybe a used 2016 porsche cayman next ... dont like the new cayman styling


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[tmontague]

Gt-86 as my summer road legal track/hobby car. Plan on supercharhing it and eventually doing an LS swap. Basically my long term hobby car to have the time to tinker with and race at the track for fun

Keeping my yaris as long as possible as my dd and eventually plan on passing it along to my son. It would be 24 years old by then but with a 2011 2zr in it

[rningonfumes]

Keeping the Yaris as a DD. Been looking at a Forester or Outback for an adventure wagon. Waiting for what the 2018 Forester will be like, supposed to be a new model generation.

[kimona]

test drove the 2017 audi tts

wife likes it best of everything weve driven so far



Not a fan of any German cars, but everything about Audi sheet metal design makes sense. And, unlike most brands, Audi can make massive grilles... and they look good.

[justanotherdrunk]

Test drove the 2017 toyota 86

pic is of the left over FRS i drove the 86
thought it would be too small inside but at 6-1 185 i fit fine
sweet steering wheel paddle shifting 6 speed auto
like the minimalist interior styling
spectacular handling of course
shocked how slow it is off the line ... the i3 would destroy it
dont like the subaru sounding harley davidson exhaust note


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not a big fan of the iM but all lined up they look kinda cool

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[Kalispel]

For some reason, the Toyota FRS/86 looks like one of those mail-order kit-cars that you build yourself at home - especially from the rear. :iono:

The Toyota iM is unpalatable, except in black. It's the only way to stomach that front-end design.

[Dragonslayer182]

Either a Toyota MR2 or a Honda S2000.

[scratchpaddy]

I drove up to Oregon to sell my Metro, and I'll be driving whatever bargain-basement car Hertz puts me in tomorrow 1,300 miles back home. I'm looking forward to experiencing the latest in penny-pinching technology. :tongue:

[kimona]

I drove up to Oregon to sell my Metro, and I'll be driving whatever bargain-basement car Hertz puts me in tomorrow 1,300 miles back home. I'm looking forward to experiencing the latest in penny-pinching technology. :tongue:

Most Hertz locations rent the Yaris. Why don't you request one in advance for your rental?

[justanotherdrunk]

I drove up to Oregon to sell my Metro, and I'll be driving whatever bargain-basement car Hertz puts me in tomorrow 1,300 miles back home. I'm looking forward to experiencing the latest in penny-pinching technology. :tongue:

take lotsa pics :thumbsup:

[scratchpaddy]

Most Hertz locations rent the Yaris. Why don't you request one in advance for your rental?I'm more interested in finding out how the Mirage or a Spark drives, since the Yaris hasn't changed much over the years. I guess it would still be interesting to compare a 2016/17 Yaris to my 2009. I'll be happy with whatever I get, as long as they don't "upgrade" me to something that uses lots of gas. :thumbdown:

take lotsa pics :thumbsup:Will do! I already got some good ones on the way up, at Walker Lake in Nevada.

[justanotherdrunk]

Will do! I already got some good ones on the way up, at Walker Lake in Nevada.

jan 2012 in the 2000 'vette 167 east near mono lake, hawthorne nv and walker lake

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[justanotherdrunk]

test drove the 2017 mazda cx-3

really nice upscale interior
sports car like handling
not much more than i paid for my yaris se



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[toad]

^ i was thinking about the cx-3 because i want awd and get as fuel efficient as possible(that's why i'm looking at imprezas right now too). i heard the interiors are really nice, but that it's more cramped than our beloved yaris!

side note: i've seen about a BILLION cx-5, but have NEVER seen a cx-3 in person! is the price difference so little that everyone goes for the bigger model?

[kimona]

test drove the 2017 mazda cx-3

really nice upscale interior
sports car like handling
not much more than i paid for my yaris se





It's certainly a good looking car, and I've read that it handles surprisingly well. I wonder about long term reliability.

[justanotherdrunk]

2017 buick encore

we had a 2013 encore very nice with no problems of any kind
wife really liked it so i looked at the newly restyled 2017

very nice upscale interior
right sized
super quiet interior noise cancellation

$0 out of pocket $282 total/ mo 24 mo lease




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[kimona]

2017 buick encore

we had a 2013 encore very nice with no problems of any kind
wife really liked it so i looked at the newly restyled 2017

very nice upscale interior
right sized
super quiet noise interior noise cancellation

$0 out of pocket $282 total/ mo 24 mo lease






My wife likes the Encore as well.

This is the lease offer in our area:
$169/month for 36 months
$875 due at signing (after all offers)
$0 security deposit
Mileage charge of $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles

[justanotherdrunk]

My wife likes the Encore as well.

This is the lease offer in our area:
$169/month for 36 months
$875 due at signing (after all offers)
$0 security deposit
Mileage charge of $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles


looks like a better deal

sure thats not the 2016?

[kimona]

looks like a better deal

sure thats not the 2016?

Looks like it is for 2017 Encore.

http://www.tustingmc.com/Lease-Specials

[Kalispel]

I never liked leasing cars. Feels like you are renting a car, and can't do anything to it to really to make it yours. Too confining for me.

[ern-diz]

I never liked leasing cars. Feels like you are renting a car, and can't do anything to it to really to make it yours. Too confining for me.

I'm with you, but it works well for folks that know they're going to get bored with a car in a few years, or folks (like my better half) that get car allowance from their work.

Even with the car allowance, my better half decided to hang on to her 2011 Accord Coupe for a while longer. I love the fact that my Yaris has been paid off for years. I can afford a new car payment, but not having one and occasionally modding my Yaris (and having that money to spare) has been fun.

Not going to lie, the new car bug was close to infecting me last year.

[dogsridewith]

I might like the eventual (?) SUV or van version of the now aluminum Ford F-150 truck...if it didn't run on 150 million lines of code. Also wondering if all the built-in infotainment may be omitted in lieu off a complete plug-in-your-own alternative...as people start dealing with cars that are past support of their operating systems. And I'd like metal mechanical keys. And round lights. And...

[kimona]

I never liked leasing cars. Feels like you are renting a car, and can't do anything to it to really to make it yours. Too confining for me.

Agreed. I think it would feel like driving someone else's car... and that doesn't really appeal to me.

[scratchpaddy]

jan 2012 in the 2000 'vette 167 east near mono lake, hawthorne nv and walker lake

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Yosemite-Corvette-12012/i-4x8THKk/0/L/2854360440043761485-L.jpgI love that picture! If you drive 80+ in the Yaris, how fast did you cruise in the Corvette? :tongue:

I took that road by accident once, in 2014. Missed a turn in Hawthorne. :rolleyes: I knew I'd get to 395 eventually, so I stuck with the unplanned detour. Yosemite was on fire at the time.

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Most Hertz locations rent the Yaris. Why don't you request one in advance for your rental?You were right. The choices for Economy were Yaris, Yaris, or Yaris. So, I got a '15 Yaris. :biggrin: No cruise control. :frown:

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Hertz considers the Hyundai Accent or Nissan Versa an upgrade over the Yaris. :iono:

[justanotherdrunk]

No cruise control. :frown:



i drove a hertz 2015 yaris L around the whole country 9200 miles in 11 days with no cruise control

youll have no problem

[scratchpaddy]

Wow! That's intense. My Metro didn't have cruise either, and drove it to Oregon four times, but I was able to kind of wedge my foot way up high on the pedal and more or less keep it at the same speed. The Yaris throttle is softer and way more sensitive.

I got back yesterday. My left foot was bored (automatic), my right foot sore. :bonk: I averaged 39.9 mpg. :thumbup:

[kimona]

You were right. The choices for Economy were Yaris, Yaris, or Yaris. So, I got a '15 Yaris. :biggrin: No cruise control. :frown:

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Hertz considers the Hyundai Accent or Nissan Versa an upgrade over the Yaris. :iono:

Nice. I guess a 2015 Yaris L... which doesn't have power mirrors or C/C. I'm curious how you like it compared to your 2009?

[David C]

Nice. I guess a 2015 Yaris L... which doesn't have power mirrors or C/C. I'm curious how you like it compared to your 2009?



I test drove a fully equipped 2dr HB 2016 from the dealer and it had less equipment than my not fully equipped 2dr HB 2007. Drove exactly the same since they haven't changed a thing on the drivetrain, but I disliked the interior, especially the lack of storage and no dome light, and useless touchscreen head unit. Not to mention 2dr aren't available with AC anymore, so you'd have to buy all the parts from the dealer or from a junk yard and install it yourself.

Only upgrades worth mentioning was the height adjustable seat and full curtain side airbags. If I buy another Yaris, it won't be from 2012 or newer I like the first gen better.


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[scratchpaddy]

Nice. I guess a 2015 Yaris L... which doesn't have power mirrors or C/C. I'm curious how you like it compared to your 2009?I spent a few minutes trying to find the mirror controls. :laugh: It's so weird. Power windows, but no power mirrors? Power locks, but no remote? :confused:

I was impressed by how quiet and composed it was on the highway. There's some improvement there. I was very impressed with the fuel economy. I was on my best behavior, trying to see just how good it could get, but I never expected 40 mpg, in winter, with a 4-speed auto. Heck, my 49hp Metro only managed 44.5 mpg on the way up.

Like David said, the height adjustment for the driver's seat is nice.

On the other hand, I don't like the exterior styling as much as my '09, and I really don't like the new interior. The old interior is clean, versatile, and very well thought-out. The new one is more cluttered, less elegant, and everything feels a little cheaper. The upholstery is scratchier. The front cupholders don't have quite enough vertical clearance. There's only one glove box. The touchscreen radio looks like an afterthought, and it's real pain to use. Trying to pull up the only things you'd actually want a touchscreen for, apps or navigation, just gives a message reminding you that you didn't pay for such luxuries. :brokenheart: The HD radio functionality was cool, though. I've never seen that before.

When I decided to get a Yaris, I specifically looked for a 2nd gen. The rental didn't change my opinion. I still like the older ones better.

[Kalispel]

Not a fan of the 3rd-gen L/LE trim Yaris model (& wouldn't buy one), but the SE version is a lot nicer inside and out versus its siblings. I would buy another 2015-2017 SE in a heartbeat - best North American factory-version Yaris release to-date by my reckoning, various minor quibbles aside. If you hate the front styling that much, just get black, since it makes the front maw grill design and tear-shaped foglight housings all but invisible.

[dogsridewith]

Does the Hertz counterperson blink at sign out with 9200 miles in 11 days? How did the oil change en route work?

[justanotherdrunk]

Does the Hertz counterperson blink at sign out with 9200 miles in 11 days? How did the oil change en route work?

rented the car for a month ~$400

i drove it >10k miles, 9200 was just 1 trip :laughabove:

hertz really is unlimited (s)miles

the maintenance light came on mid trip so i got her jiffy lubed near philadelphia $22

[justanotherdrunk]

2017 mini countryman S --- strange thing about mini i was never a big fan until i started looking closer and actually drove it

its sooo sweet!

drove the 189 hp s version really nice

the one i drove had black larger wheels which look way better than these pics

i like the countryman because it sits up higher than the regular mini and is more comfortable as a daily driver

2 weeks 'til the i3 goes away


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[justanotherdrunk]

so whats left :iono:

brands of no interest to me

honda
kia
hyundai
infinity
porsche
jaguar
acura
cadillac
fiat
dodge
gmc
lincoln
nissan
smart
subaru
tesla
vw
chrysler
jeep ... always wanted a wrangler but not as a daily driver
dodge
ram


so what else should i drive?

[justanotherdrunk]

possible choices in no order

mazda cx-3 ... kinda bland
mercedes cla250 ... very sexy
chevy sonic hatch ... great looking and cheap
mini countryman ... exciting
buick encore ... nice and cheap but already had one
bmw i3 ... best daily driver here but have one
lexus ct200h ... the practical choice kinda bland
ford fiest st ... hate to shift a daily driver
audi tt ... $$$

[tarkus]

The Minis are really great cars to drive, but have a reputation for poor reliability. Much like their BMW parent. Such a shame....

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[ern-diz]

You've been doing your homework, that's for sure. Any time a friend or family member tells me they're shopping for a new car, I tell them to do exactly what you've been doing - go test drive a bunch. That's the time to do it and the more the merrier.

Don't recall you saying if you'd test driven the Mazda 3 hatchback? Also, have you given Land Rover a looksie? Not great reliability, but for a lease...

[justanotherdrunk]

Don't recall you saying if you'd test driven the Mazda 3 hatchback? Also, have you given Land Rover a looksie? Not great reliability, but for a lease...

dont like the 3 styling

ahh forgot about the evoque !!! just gorgeous but pricey

i will drive one this weekend

thanks

:bow:

[justanotherdrunk]

The Minis are really great cars to drive, but have a reputation for poor reliability. Much like their BMW parent. Such a shame....

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my 2012 bmw 128i and my 2014 bmw i3 both leased have been boat anchor reliable

:rolleyes:

[Kalispel]

If you are leasing a new car for 2-3 years then you can pretty much get away with anything and not have reliability issues. It's when you keep them for 5-6+ years & 100K+ miles that design/build quality really start to show their true colors.

I like the CX-3, overall, but would have to go dark grey to hide/blend that stupid fender flare trim. I've only seen a few of them on the road around here. Most people seem to 'GO BIG' when it comes to SUV type vehicles in this area.

I don't understand the appeal of the Mini at all from a visual standpoint, unless you are really into retro 70's European roadster styling or something. They are a dime-a-dozen here in Scottsdale/Phoenix, AZ, along with that ugly, deformed little Fiat hatchback. Everywhere!

-

[ern-diz]

...i will drive one this weekend

thanks

My pleasure; looking forward to your impression of it.

[David C]

I've always enjoyed the Mercedes GLK design, as a compact but spacious SUV with an affordable price point (starting at $40k CAD) and a great look that haven't aged.

The GMC Terrain is also a great car in the small SUV segment. If it had 48" wide hatch, that's what the family would have bought when our Montana SV6 was stolen 4 years ago, instead of the Acadia.

I'm guessing you're ruling Tesla out due to the price tag, or do you actually have something left to be desired about their Model S and Model X ? I personally think that the Model S is a wonderful car, except for the high price tag that sets it out of my reach as a young worker, and the enormous center console touch screen that I feel breaks the peaceful and discreet look of the car.


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[justanotherdrunk]

I've always enjoyed the Mercedes GLK design, as a compact but spacious SUV with an affordable price point (starting at $40k CAD) and a great look that haven't aged.

The GMC Terrain is also a great car in the small SUV segment. If it had 48" wide hatch, that's what the family would have bought when our Montana SV6 was stolen 4 years ago, instead of the Acadia.

I'm guessing you're ruling Tesla out due to the price tag, or do you actually have something left to be desired about their Model S and Model X ? I personally think that the Model S is a wonderful car, except for the high price tag that sets it out of my reach as a young worker, and the enormous center console touch screen that I feel breaks the peaceful and discreet look of the car.


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i like the glk styling its just too big

terrain also too big

i despise the tesla styling

[tarkus]

If you are leasing a new car for 2-3 years then you can pretty much get away with anything and not have reliability issues. It's when you keep them for 5-6+ years & 100K+ miles that design/build quality really start to show their true colors.
Exactly

I don't understand the appeal of the Mini at all from a visual standpoint, unless you are really into retro 70's European roadster styling or something. They are a dime-a-dozen here in Scottsdale/Phoenix, AZ, along with that ugly, deformed little Fiat hatchback. Everywhere!
Yeah, some of us love the retro European thing 😀



i despise the tesla styling
What styling? It severely lacks any. For that kind of money, I would expect something that looks a lot sharper, more like a Lamborghini.

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[justanotherdrunk]

2011 volvo c30

always liked these and my local lexus dealer has a sweet trade in 9.5/10 condition

i can get it for <$14K otd not sure if thats a good deal

this is the same dealer i bought my used '99 corvette at in '06


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[junorico24]

Remember guys 2017 a few exciting cars are going to come out in Australia.

The all new Suzuki Swift
http://www.india.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Swift-Dzire-2017-rendering.jpg

and Ignis.

http://www.suzuki.com.au/sites/default/files/styles/article_image_medium_up/public/article/image/Ignis.jpg

KIA stinger RWD fastback sedan.

http://s3.caradvice.com.au/thumb/960/477/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/2017_kia_stinger_live-shots_02a.jpg

All new Hyundai I30.

http://s3.caradvice.com.au/thumb/960/477/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/2017_hyundai_i30_official_00.jpg

Honda Civic hatchback. Not a fan of the sedan look. Wanna see the hatch tho.:biggrin:


All these underdog brands are coming with new exciting products so watch out.

[ern-diz]

2011 volvo c30

always liked these and my local lexus dealer has a sweet trade in 9.5/10 condition

i can get it for <$14K otd not sure if thats a good deal

this is the same dealer i bought my used '99 corvette at in '06

I think that's a great looking car. For me, top pick on your short list as far as looks go.

Did you make it over to the Land Rover dealership?

[kimona]

2011 volvo c30

always liked these and my local lexus dealer has a sweet trade in 9.5/10 condition

i can get it for <$14K otd not sure if thats a good deal



I like the look of that model as well. I've owned 2 Volvos, and we've had 4 in total in the family. The cost of regular maintenance and repairs/parts is outrageous!

[justanotherdrunk]

Did you make it over to the Land Rover dealership?

after lookin' at 'em online i decided the evoque is just too big

[justanotherdrunk]

2017 GTI

exterior styling kinda bland but the interior is sweet and she drives smooth quiet and fast

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i really prefer the looks of this mini blue with the black wheels

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[justanotherdrunk]

2011 volvo c30

always liked these and my local lexus dealer has a sweet trade in 9.5/10 condition


https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-g35xFrQ/0/L/20170205_122955-L.jpg

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wife said no to the volvo or any used cars

too bad i kinda liked it

the i3 lease ends in 2days so unless i buy something new by then the yaris will be my daily driver

[ern-diz]

You'll just roll the lease over into financing, or?

[justanotherdrunk]

You'll just roll the lease over into financing, or?

lease concludes car is returned to dealer on saturday

the end

[ern-diz]

lease concludes car is returned to dealer on saturday

the end

Duh, that's right, it's the i3 in question. I got it confused with the Yaris for a second.

[tarkus]

wife said no to the volvo or any used cars
Explain to her that it's impossible to go wrong with a used Toyota.

OTOH while the Golf GTI is a great car to drive, current day VW reliability is appalling. It breaks my heart as I used to be a major fan of AudiVW.

Sent from my phone with Tapatalk. Please excuse any typpos.

[scratchpaddy]

Reliability doesn't matter much for a lease. Even the worst cars today can make it two or three years, and they'll be under warranty anyway.

@justanotherdrunk, of all the cars you've looked at, I'd go for the GTI. I wouldn't dare touch one outside the warranty period, but for a lease, why not? Sounds fun.

[justanotherdrunk]

Reliability doesn't matter much for a lease. Even the worst cars today can make it two or three years, and they'll be under warranty anyway.



:clap:

i dont care about perceived reliability ... all new cars are very reliable

im leasing anyway ... reliability is their problem


the gti is functionally great fast/ handles well

unfortunately the styling is kinda bland and the dealer is a knucklehead


ultimately exterior styling is the largest contributor to my vehicle choice

[ern-diz]

...ultimately exterior styling is the largest contributor to my vehicle choice

Well, in that case, the choice is obvious...

You need yourself a good, 2nd gen Yaris!

:laugh::biggrin:

[justanotherdrunk]

:laughabove:

[ern-diz]

To each his own, but I wouldn't recommend that one :biggrin:

[junorico24]

Just got back from a trip to the Philippines.

I rode in a Mitsubishi Mirage and Chevrolet Trailblazer.

Mitsubisi Mirage was a surprising pleasant car in traffic maybe because it was the hectic crazy traffic it was mad chaos but fun as hell the little Mirage felt at home zipping in a darting out of traffic. :laugh: A lot of Yaris there too locally named Toyota Vios. :wink::wink: These little cars are everywhere there a country where cutting someone off is embrace gotta try it's fun as hell. LOL.

http://static.mitsubishicars.com/img/vehicles/mir/2017/trims/GT/360/infrared/05-d.png


Now onto the Chevrolet Traiblazer awesome SUV just luxury and great car it delivered on all aspects. It is no slouch either goes well cutting in and weaving out of the insane Manila traffic with ease:clap: There not much to hate about this car maybe the back door felt flimsy it doesn't close well. several times i had to close and re-open the the thing to get it to close properly but it only takes practice and i was all good.

https://www.autodealer.co.za/upload/duoporta/560640_1.jpg

:thumbsup:

[ern-diz]

What happened to Mitsubishi...

[kimona]

^^^ Hmm... Except for a Mirage or two, I haven't seen a newer Mitsubishi on the road for a very long time!

[ern-diz]

^^^ Hmm... Except for a Mirage or two, I haven't seen a newer Mitsubishi on the road for a very long time!

Ditto.

[Kalispel]

Sadly, I see more of the Mirage on the road than I do the 2012+ Yaris models. I still never see any other SE Yaris on the road. We are the Bigfoot/Yeti of the subcompact world - at least around here.

[junorico24]

Can't wait to see all your final reveals. :thumbsup:

[IllusionX]

^^^ Hmm... Except for a Mirage or two, I haven't seen a newer Mitsubishi on the road for a very long time!
DSM has not had a new model, or redesigned their models in a long time.

Last I saw, they added LED to the front bumper of the Lancer. LOL the model still dates back 2008.

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[Kalispel]

The Lancer is still a good looking design, even in 2017. Much more aesthetically pleasing (to me) than the latest crap Civic, Fit, Corolla, iA, iM (front), etc. designs. I'm sure it's a financial decision for them to keep the same basic design platform going for that long (as it is with the 2007-2017+ Yaris basically), but I never understood the mentality that a car has to have to completely new look & design every 4 years. I guess the fickle consumer market just demands it for some reason. In many cases, the redesigned models are even less reliable and attractive than their predecessors.

[justanotherdrunk]

the i3 is gone so the yaris is my daily until i get something new

drove the 2017 EcoBoost mustang not pictured ... really cool retro interior and very quick still not sold on the exterior styling

disgusted that the fiesta/ focus st not offered with an automatic ... looked at the rs for fun

always liked the veloster wont buy one though

really like the new chevy bolt its high on my list

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-HzwwrNZ/0/L/20170219_104211-L.jpg

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https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-8ZP9cTP/0/L/20170219_110104-L.jpg

:smoking:

[kimona]

^^^ Chevy Bolt is a very interesting newcomer. Plus, it actually looks good!

[ern-diz]

The Bolt actually does look good, but that RS is where it's at.

[why?]

try a brz or an 86. great looking fun to drive.

[jpmck03]

Yaris Gazoo (http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-news/first-official-pictures/toyota/toyota-yaris-hot-hatch-its-getting-warmer-in-2017/), turbo, 210hp... Please bring it to the USA...

58007
58008

[Dodge Aries K]

My next new car is a 2016 Yaris lol. Was a sad leftover that needed a home.

[junorico24]

I was thinking Mazda 3.

But i am liking what i'm hearing about the new Hyundai Elantra sports ( I30 sports) in other markets.

http://media.caranddriver.com/images/16q3/669366/2017-hyundai-elantra-sport-official-photos-and-info-news-car-and-driver-photo-669531-s-429x262.jpg

It's fun to drive :)

[ern-diz]

I was thinking Mazda 3.

The Mazda 3 hatch is really growing on me from a styling perspective. If someone totaled my Yaris, it'd be one of the first cars I test drive.

[Kalispel]

The Mazda 3 hatch is really growing on me from a styling perspective. If someone totaled my Yaris, it'd be one of the first cars I test drive.

I like the peppier engine and dual-exhaust on the upper-level Mazda3 trims, but the sedan looks much better (to me). The character/body lines of the car really make the hatch look saggy in the middle (to me), and the front engine/hood portion of the car looks abnormally elongated. I like the look/proportions of the iM better for a compact hatchback, except from the front, where the goofy front bumper and headlight design ruins it. The Mazda3 front-end design is much better looking.

If someone totalled my Yari tomorrow, I would most definitely just buy another Yaris SE (in blazing blue this time) or an iM (in black only, to blend/hide that front bumper design).

[NYC-SE]

I like the peppier engine and dual-exhaust on the upper-level Mazda3 trims, but the sedan looks much better (to me). The character/body lines of the car really make the hatch look saggy in the middle (to me), and the front engine/hood portion of the car looks abnormally elongated. I like the look/proportions of the iM better for a compact hatchback, except from the front, where the goofy front bumper and headlight design ruins it. The Mazda3 front-end design is much better looking.

If someone totalled my Yari tomorrow, I would most definitely just buy another Yaris SE (in blazing blue this time) or an iM (in black only, to blend/hide that front bumper design).

We think alike.

[scratchpaddy]

If someone totaled my Yaris tomorrow, I'd see how long I could manage with just my bicycle. I went a whole year one time without ever taking the car to work. Grocery runs would be hard, though.

[ern-diz]

...The character/body lines of the car really make the hatch look saggy in the middle (to me), and the front engine/hood portion of the car looks abnormally elongated. I like the look/proportions of the iM better for a compact hatchback, except from the front, where the goofy front bumper and headlight design ruins it....

If I dissect the cars that way, I can actually see what you're saying, but looking at it holistically, I think it all works very well together. One line lays off where another picks up - and that front end looks nice and aggressive. Have a look at this Instagram account...

https://www.instagram.com/mz3_onlyone/

If I were to get one, it would look something like that, minus the camber. I think it's super class. My ultimate choice would be the Focus RS, but the +$40k price tag puts it right on the fence of unreasonable given the other cars you can get in that price range.

If someone totaled my Yaris tomorrow, I'd see how long I could manage with just my bicycle. I went a whole year one time without ever taking the car to work. Grocery runs would be hard, though.

You make me think about how working remotely from home, I truly don't need a car. I'm in a perfect position to sell my car for a few extra thousand in the bank, reduce my carbon footprint, get more exercise riding a bike for short errands, etc., but I just couldn't go without a car. I love cars and enjoy driving, so I'd want one regardless lol.

One of the things I love about Top Gear / The Grand Tour is how good of a job they've done of illustrating the special relationship a person has with their car. It could be the biggest jalopy beater, but if you drive it for a while, for most, it grows on you.

[justanotherdrunk]

2014 elr

always wanted one ... maybe the sexiest exterior styling ever

test drove the ats ... just too big with the worthless oversized back seat

what the hell is going on with these crap phone pics?

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-RMgMGpS/0/L/20170226_113946-L.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-RSvDSjd/0/L/20170226_113932-L.jpg

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[justanotherdrunk]

CLA250 ... i also like the GLA

the wife's #1 choice

drives like sex and completely affordable

the rootbeer color didnt pic well

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-xQWkBLS/0/L/100_6478-L.jpg

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https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-MVJB4QJ/0/L/100_6476-L.jpg

:drinking:

[justanotherdrunk]

135is always wanted one

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-N9mF6sb/0/L/20170311_155030-L.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-qqck8Zd/0/L/20170311_155051-L.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-q47gB29/0/L/20170311_160008-L.jpg

[justanotherdrunk]

no new daily driver yet

seems strange shes sittin' in the #1 spot


https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-QR2bHbX/0/L/100_6577-L.jpg

[ern-diz]

What's the short list look like these days?

[justanotherdrunk]

what i really want

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/1969-ZL-1-COPO/i-4BLjvrM/0/L/%24_57-L.jpg

[MugenRep]

Well, my iQ is my play toy and project at the moment and have no plans to change it at this time, but if I did and didn't find a Honda I liked or a JDM 25 year import, I'd get one of these.....

http://images.hgmsites.net/lrg/kevin-sullivans-chevy-caprice-ppv-lsx-9c1-photos-by-gconnoyer-photography_100473349_l.jpg

[junorico24]

I have decided that it will be a Mazda.

Mazda 3 as a daily.

https://www.mazda.com.au/globalassets/settings/vehicle-assets/mazda3/2016-08---facelift/hatch/sp25-astina/mazda3_hatch_sp25gtastina_25d_snowflake-white-pearl-mica_front-3-4.png

And a Mazda rx8 as a toy to play with.

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/fe/f1/83/fef183025193e88303aca82fe70f8464.jpg

Was thinking of a Miata but it's just too small and I am not a hairdresser.
I was thinking BMW 1 series as well it's still in the running but rx8 is in the lead.

[justanotherdrunk]

I was thinking BMW 1 series

the 1 series is a fantastic car
i miss my special ordered 2012 with the red interior

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/FRC-128i-2012/i-m8cKpnn/0/L/100_1987-L.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/FRC-128i-2012/i-6ftvfPT/0/L/100_2015-L.jpg

[tmontague]

My previous vision of a gutted gt86 as a track car/weekend warrior just got turn on its head when I started researching this:
http://www.factoryfive.com/galleries/project-818/818c-coupe/

My new future plan is to build this with my son and find a 2002-2007 wrx or even sti as the donor car and then use the aftermarket tunability to push 400who on a sub 1900lb rear engine rwd sports car.

Since my plan was to build the gt86 anyways, I might as well start from the ground up rather than pay for a road ready car only to strip it.

Plus, the 818c is a sexy lookin car that very few people have...and than I can say I built it

[jambo101]

Next car? the list will be another Yaris Sedan or an Elantra or a Civic or a Mazda3, considering they all are reliable and economical it will probably come down to lowest price gets my business.

[shepd]

Well... mine was a Mirage. :)

[Yaris874]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170328/115dcb962b8fdd7db8f82697212905b9.jpg or https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170328/fa90fd2634b0cd501aa306e1332328ef.jpg

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[justanotherdrunk]

still no luck on finding anything new that ...

i really want
the dealer actually has in stock
the dealer is offering a good lease deal on
the dealer isn't an idiot or i should say not playing games


starting to lean more towards the idea of getting back into the old car hobby

what i really want

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/1969-ZL-1-COPO/i-tpSNMtt/0/O/102086.jpg

[Kalispel]

The totally-new next-gen Yaris should be debuting in 2021, assuming that the 2018 refresh lasts for 3 years like the 2009, 2012 & 2015 refreshes did - and that Toyota doesn't discontinue it in the USA by then. :wink: If I like the all-new, next-gen Yaris look, then I will probably get one in the SE trim - otherwise I will hunt down a used SE in the 2019-2020 model year of the 2018 refresh design. Either way, it will likely be the last car that I ever buy (and my first automatic!). What can I say, the Yaris is my favorite subcompact car, and I prefer to stick with smaller cars. :thumbsup:

[Kaotic Lazagna]

If the new "Supra" proves to be reliable or Lexus goes back to a simpler design with the GS, one of those two will be added to my cars next.

[ern-diz]

...starting to lean more towards the idea of getting back into the old car hobby

what i really want

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/1969-ZL-1-COPO/i-tpSNMtt/0/O/102086.jpg

That would be outstanding.

[CincyC6]

Once my f150 sells, I will be picking up a fun car for the year. Fast auto 15+ 5.0 mustang, or if i fly off the rails, c7z

[SCaRa]

Eagerly awaiting this:

http://www.gwendemulder.be/stuff/aurists.jpg

Trading in one of our two Yaris.

[scratchpaddy]

If were were allowed to have wagons with manual transmissions here in the states, I'd be all over that. :drool:

[SCaRa]

If were were allowed to have wagons with manual transmissions here in the states, I'd be all over that. :drool:

Actually this will be my first automatic car (hybrid). :)

[DiCaprio]

It's a Toyota Auris Toruing Sports Hybrid. Uses the same engine that's in the Second gen Prius I believe. My Parents drive one. It's a good, relatively fast car with a lot of boot space, but i'm not surprised about the pedal feel and response of the brakes and the gas. I can't really find a sweet spot for the brakes, so my braking is always kinda jerky at least not a smooth as in my Yaris and the gas isn't responsive due to the CVT transmission.

Back to the topic:

Hopefully my next car will be BMW E30. But i can't afford one yet. Before you buy one you need to make sure you have enough money left to fix it otherwise, you'll end up selling it again if something brakes.

[SCaRa]

It's a Toyota Auris Toruing Sports Hybrid. Uses the same engine that's in the Second gen Prius I believe. My Parents drive one. It's a good, relatively fast car with a lot of boot space, but i'm not surprised about the pedal feel and response of the brakes and the gas. I can't really find a sweet spot for the brakes, so my braking is always kinda jerky at least not a smooth as in my Yaris and the gas isn't responsive due to the CVT transmission.


Actually it's the gen3 engine(1.8L, gen2 was 1.5). I believe the gen2 is in the Yaris Hybrid. The brakes were revised with the most recent facelift, braking felt natural during my test drive.

[scratchpaddy]

Actually this will be my first automatic car (hybrid). :)I see it's also available with a diesel and 6-speed manual. :drool:

[junorico24]

http://media.caranddriver.com/images/media/51/25-cars-worth-waiting-for-kia-stinger-inline-photo-677456-s-original.jpg


Kia Stinger is on my list i would probably go for the base 2ltr turbo 8 speed automatic. It's a hatchback it has plenty of room at the back i have 1 kid so if i have another it would come in handily. Just waiting on the specs specially the weight and MPG.
http://carsales.li.csnstatic.com/redbook/car/spec/mazd3u57.jpg?width=150?width=80


I was also looking at Mazda mx5 NC series 2. With the electric roof but it's a 2 seater and only good for a daily and not much else.

http://andrewsjapanesecars.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/1024px-2003-2004_NISSAN_ELGRAND_Highway_STAR.jpg

I am interested in a VAN as well since my brother has one it's really cool specially if you can put a bed at the back heck you can turn in into a home away from home so i thought about the Nissan El grand.

[justanotherdrunk]

almost bought a 2008 cayman like this today

dealer sold it last night :hitcomputer:

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/MISC-stuff/i-bV4VRZJ/0/a84561a4/L/Porsche_Cayman_%28Black%29_-_Side-L.jpg

[Kalispel]

No more non-hatch vehicles for me - Too limiting in terms of potential utility.

My current 'favorite contenders' for my next vehicle purchase (fall/winter, 2020):

(1) Another Toyota Yaris SE (if I like the next gen one AFTER the 2018-2020 refresh fiasco is history).
(2) Toyota iM (Assuming I like the 2019(?) refresh version changes or beyond).
(3) Lexus CT200H F-Sport (would have to be lower-mileage used 2017 one, since that is last U.S. production year for them).
(4) Mazda3 Hatchback (depends on any future changes made to it)
(5) Honda HR-V (Depends on changes made to initial/current version, since current one has some deal-breaker issues for me)

-

[junorico24]

This time i am waiting for something that makes me say yep that's it.I am taking my time.

It's gotta be

Hatch back
AWD or RWD
Turbo
Room for a kid
Capable of long distance
Great daily
Supple sporty ride not harsh.
Good MPG.
Affordable.

[Captain Yaris]

Sounds like maybe a Ford Focus RS or Subaru Forester 2.0XT or Subaru WRX.

[Yaris874]

This time i am waiting for something that makes me say yep that's it.I am taking my time.

It's gotta be

Hatch back
AWD or RWD
Turbo
Room for a kid
Capable of long distance
Great daily
Supple sporty ride not harsh.
Good MPG.
Affordable.
😂😂😂👌👌thas the way am goin

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[bradbowl]

Last three cars were: Ford Ranger, Yaris, and Corolla (current). My next car will be a Yaris.

Although I did flirt with other hatchbacks, the Yaris has more appeal. i did ask my wife if we could get a $55k Focus RS and she grounded me for saying such nonsense. ;)

[SCaRa]

And the new car has arrived! :)

http://www.gwendemulder.be/stuff/hsd/blauw2.jpg

[kimona]

^^^ Very nice! Congratulations. Pls. post a few more photos.

[bradbowl]

This time i am waiting for something that makes me say yep that's it.I am taking my time.

It's gotta be

Hatch back
AWD or RWD
Turbo
Room for a kid
Capable of long distance
Great daily
Supple sporty ride not harsh.
Good MPG.
Affordable.

I was thinking the Golf R would be perfect for you...until I got to the bottom items of your list. :smile:

[bradbowl]

Great looking car SCaRa!

[YAR1S]

1991 Subaru Sambar (Kei Truck)
http://i64.tinypic.com/jpyfdk.jpg

This is my most current purchase.
My yaris has 150k already.
I also own a NA Miata.

[kimona]

^^^ That is NICE, NICE, NICE! I love it.

[NYC-SE]

Super cool little truck.

[ern-diz]

Super cool little truck.

+1

[junorico24]

I just checked out the Toyota 86 today. WOW! I am getting it. It has the same new car smell like the Yaris i got new. The car seats snugs you in. Plus we all fit in it.I was surprise about the back seats you can fit a small child back there no problem.

:headbang:

[MugenRep]

Definitely looking into something to save money in the future. I'm thinking a BMW i3 ReX Extended Range or Chevy Bolt to help our new solar panels pay back their keep faster.

[ern-diz]

I just checked out the Toyota 86 today. WOW! I am getting it. It has the same new car smell like the Yaris i got new. The car seats snugs you in. Plus we all fit in it.I was surprise about the back seats you can fit a small child back there no problem.

:headbang:

I really like the 86, too.

[kimona]

Drove a bunch of cars this weekend and these are my impressions in a nutshell:

Mazda CX5 - Handsome, solidly built car that performed well and felt surprisingly sporty. Motor is bit noisy under acceleration, but car is quiet at cruise. A nice car if you’re looking for sporty, not luxury ride.

Mazda CX3 - Wanted to check this car out, but no dealer had one to test drive. Two dealers told me they didn't have the car, not because they were sold out, but because they simply don't sell.

Honda CR-V - Not the best looking sheet metal design. Interior is pleasant, but rather bland styling. Car drives well, good handling, and pleasant ride. Nice but BORING. Didn’t get me excited like a new car should.

Honda HR-V – Front and rear design looks good. Side view leaves a lot to be desired. Interior looks and feels cheap! Noisy motor, sluggish transmission, mediocre handling, uncomfortable seating. Hated the car.

Nissan Rogue Sport – Really handsome car. Nice interior design. Motor and CVT were surprisingly well matched. Decent acceleration and handling. Sporty. Not a lot of tech crap in the base model. I really liked the car.

Toyota RAV4 – Redesigned front end is fugly. Good acceleration and handling. A very civilized car that does everything well. Interior styling is in desperate need of a redesign. Front seats don’t provide good lumbar support. Just didn’t feel like a new car.

Buick Encore – Feels solidly built. I like the exterior styling. Nice paint. The interior looks like a luxury car with nice materials and features. Turbo motor and 6-speed transmission work well. Not the quickest car, but more than adequate. Handles nicely. Very comfortable front seats. Base model has tons of standard stuff. Quiet, quiet, quiet. Loved the car. I drove it home and it’s in my driveway now.

[justanotherdrunk]

SWEEEEEEET

ive come very close recently to leasing another one ... we had a 2013 ... just wanna try something different

a 2017 base car (which is what i would call loaded) can be had for <$4K for a 2 year lease with 20K miles which is totally adequate ... just stupid cheap.

yea, i like the white and look forward to more pics including the interior

:clap:

[justanotherdrunk]

check out the huge noise canceling speaker on top of the spare tire

[NYC-SE]

Congrats on the new ride.

[kimona]

MSRP: $25290.

24 month Lease: Drive off fees (including DMV and first month's payment) = $1000.
23 payments @ $140 (including taxes) = $3220.

Purchase option at lease end: $16438.

[ern-diz]

Nice! Don't remember you mentioning you were in the market for a new ride, with the exception of having mentioned a front end swap of your Yaris with a newer model. Congrats. Is this for the wifey? Does this mean that there is a possibility of lows in the near future for your Yaris?

[kimona]

^^^ My wife doesn't enjoy driving the Camry like I do. Too bad. So, we went shopping for a car she would like to drive, and we hit on the Buick Encore. This car will replace my Camry... which is for sale as of this morning.

I guess I've got my Yaris back! Not sure about lowering yet, but it will be a future consideration.

[ern-diz]

http://i0.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/840/283/350.png

[kimona]

LOL. Yes. Thanks for the laugh.

[ern-diz]

LOL. Yes. Thanks for the laugh.

:biggrin:

[kimona]

Update. Just sold the Camry. Sad. I loved that car. Oh well, live in the present.

[Kalispel]

MSRP: $25290.

24 month Lease: Drive off fees (including DMV and first month's payment) = $1000.
23 payments @ $140 (including taxes) = $3220.

Purchase option at lease end: $16438.

Congrats on the Buick Encore. If I was going to purchase an 'American Brand' auto (or even a Crossover vehicle in general), that would probably be the one also (since I can't get past the styling or certain other things on its competition). I hear it's one of the better ones - probably because it's made by European Opel Automobiles for Buick.

I'm sure glad that I'm not in the market to buy a car for another 3 years or so. There literally isn't a single vehicle rolling off the production lines today for the U.S. market that really excites+interests me, whether it be due to styling, type of vehicle, manufacturer of vehicle, annoying (to me) features, lack of certain important (to me) features, etc. That even includes the luxury brand car lines. How depressing. If I totalled my Yaris tomorrow, I would be out there scrounging up another low-mileage good-condition used/new 2015-2017 Yaris SE (in anything but red probably, lol).

[junorico24]

I can't find a car that ticks all the boxes. Until I saw this car. Toyota Chaser.

It has enough to make it a serious contender.

RWD
1jay Z engine.
Toyota Soarer with 4 doors.
Would be a neat sleeper.
Camry family size sedan.
BMW front end look.
Manual..:drool:


http://www.fcautosource.com/car_images/31611-JZX100%20Chaser%20(24).jpg

I think i have found the car that is close to what i want. Big enough for a family car. Fast enough on the twisties and straights.

:thumbsup:

[ern-diz]

Update. Just sold the Camry. Sad. I loved that car. Oh well, live in the present.

Wow; that was fast. Must have been a clean Camry and priced to move. Bitter sweet, but congrats anyway.

I'm sure glad that I'm not in the market to buy a car for another 3 years or so. There literally isn't a single vehicle rolling off the production lines today for the U.S. market that really excites+interests me...

Historically, I haven't been a fan of american cars and I realize different strokes move the world, but it's so hard for me to appreciate someone not being excited/interested in the performance, practicality and versatility of the Focus RS. It would bring me back to american motors in a heartbeat (probably because it's built in Germany lol).

http://www.fcautosource.com/car_images/31611-JZX100%20Chaser%20(24).jpg

Sexy time :tweetz:

[Kalispel]

I saw a well taken care of, properly-equipped (proper alloy size, tires, etc.) late-model Toyota Matrix S today while driving home from work, and damn if it still isn't one of the best 'adult' looking cars on the road. Perfect proportions, elegant taillight design, etc. Toyota (& everyone else) just doesn't make good looking, yet unobtrusive cars like this any more. :frown:


http://momentcar.com/images/toyota-matrix-2013-10.jpg

[NYC-SE]

I saw a well taken care of, properly-equipped (proper alloy size, tires, etc.) late-model Toyota Matrix S today while driving home from work, and damn if it still isn't one of the best 'adult' looking cars on the road. Perfect proportions, elegant taillight design, etc. Toyota (& everyone else) just doesn't make good looking, yet unobtrusive cars like this any more. :frown:


http://momentcar.com/images/toyota-matrix-2013-10.jpg

I like the looks of the Matrix too, although I prefer the 1st gen over the 2nd. While with it's Vibe counterpart I prefer the 2nd gen Vibe over the 1st as far as looks go.

BTW I have an aunt who owned a 1st gen Vibe, super reliable for well over 200K miles.

[kimona]

Discovered that my new Buick Encore is actually a German car (Opel Mokka) assembled in South Korea.

So, I guess this review comparing the Buick Encore to the BMW X1 is understandable.

http://www.businessinsider.com/bmw-x1-vs-buick-encore-crossover-2017-4/#heres-the-x1-specifically-the-2016-x1-xdrive28i-priced-at-about-44000-and-nicely-equipped-i-tested-and-reviewed-the-crossover-late-last-year-base-price-is-roughly-10000-less-1

[eTiMaGo]

isn't badge engineering fun? :p

[kimona]

isn't badge engineering fun? :p

Yes, you can never be quite sure what you're buying these days. In this case, an American car company selling a rebadged German car built in South Korea. LOL.

[kimona]

SWEEEEEEET

ive come very close recently to leasing another one ... we had a 2013 ... just wanna try something different

a 2017 base car (which is what i would call loaded) can be had for <$4K for a 2 year lease with 20K miles which is totally adequate ... just stupid cheap.

yea, i like the white and look forward to more pics including the interior

:clap:

check out the huge noise canceling speaker on top of the spare tire

Yes, I was wondering what that was. Noise cancelling technology... cool!
The car is surprisingly quiet. The stock 18" Continental tyres add to a very quiet and comfortable ride.

Anyway, for the handful of you who may be interested, this is a lovely car that I'm thoroughly enjoying. If you're not afraid to get on the accelerator, the car performs well. Handling is very good. The interior is upscale "European" design. Seats are darn comfortable, but perhaps a narrow fit for modern Americans. Materials and fit and finish are outstanding IMHO.

For someone like me who is a diehard Toyota fan, it takes a lot to praise another manufacturer's car, let alone buy/lease it.

[kimona]

Photos taken today:

[ern-diz]

Wow; that last pic next to the Yaris is telling. I didn't realize it was that small. Standing alone, as an SUV, you assume it's got some size to it. Seeing it next to the Yaris really puts it into perspective. I think it's a very handsome vehicle. I especially like the front end design.

[kimona]

^^^ Yes. It's not a big car. I actually like the styling very much; nice flowing lines that make sense, and nothing too edgy or radical.

I compared my 2 cars:

2014 Toyota Yaris (LE) / 2017 Buick Encore (Preferred edition)

Curb weight: 2315 / 3237

Length: 153.5 / 168.4

Height: 59.4 / 65.3

Wheel Base: 98.8 / 100.6

Width: 66.7 / 69.9

Ground
Clearance: 5.5 / 6.2

Cargo
Capacity: 15.6 / 18.8

Turning
Circle: 30.8 (SE 36.7) / 36.7

[ern-diz]

So interesting; not as much between them when you consider one is a sub-compact and the other an SUV --especially when looking at the wheel base and width.

[Kalispel]

^^^ Yes. It's not a big car. I actually like the styling very much; nice flowing lines that make sense, and nothing too edgy or radical.

I compared my 2 cars:

2014 Toyota Yaris (LE) / 2017 Buick Encore (Preferred edition)

Curb weight: 2315 / 3237

Length: 153.5 / 168.4

Height: 59.4 / 65.3

Wheel Base: 98.8 / 100.6

Width: 66.7 / 69.9

Ground
Clearance: 5.5 / 6.2

Cargo
Capacity: 15.6 / 18.8

Turning
Circle: 30.8 (SE 36.7) / 36.7

Somewhat of an optical illusion, as smartphone cameras tend to distort/stretch towards the edges I've noticed. Your Yaris looks noticeably wider than the Encore, even though it's 3 inches narrower.

[kimona]

Somewhat of an optical illusion, as smartphone cameras tend to distort/stretch towards the edges I've noticed. Your Yaris looks noticeably wider than the Encore, even though it's 3 inches narrower.

Indeed. The Yaris looks so wide in that photo!

[justanotherdrunk]

as a cacti guy myself i say ...

nice cactus garden

[kimona]

as a cacti guy myself i say ...

nice cactus garden

Thanks, mate. It's a work in progress.

[justanotherdrunk]

heres our 2013 in 2014 off i10 in az

cacti and roadtrips the best of both worlds

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Death-Valley-Vegas-Arizona/i-BK324bp/0/38ae312c/XL/100_3375-XL.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Death-Valley-Vegas-Arizona/i-KddMwtg/0/38255bca/XL/100_3346-XL.jpg

[kimona]

^^^ Great colour. Actually, this Buick (I can't believe I'm saying this) is my new favourite car!

I love the desert. A special kind of peace when you're out there.

[Kalispel]

^^^ Great colour. Actually, this Buick (I can't believe I'm saying this) is my new favourite car!

I love the desert. A special kind of peace when you're out there.

I think that the Buick Encore would be a great vehicle to lease for 2-3 years, but I wouldn't want to chance long-term ownership with it. At least it doesn't have a CVT transmission (I think). The more I read about CVT's, the more I am turned off by their seemingly random Russian-Roulette reliability factor. That really limits my car choices if I want to pick up another vehicle that is automatic in a few years. At this rate, I will be hunting down a low-mileage 2017 Yaris SE automatic in 2019-2020 - and then I will have two of the same generation Yari (of different colors at least, hopefully). :laugh:

[kimona]

I think that the Buick Encore would be a great vehicle to lease for 2-3 years, but I wouldn't want to chance long-term ownership with it.

Parkers, a trusted UK resource for automotive review, states that "Vauxhaul's (Mokka/Encore) reputation for reliability in the UK is solid if not entirely faultless".

Plus, the standard Buick warranty is really very good.

2017 Buick Warranty:
Basic warranty: 48 months/50,000miles
Corrosion perforation warranty: 72 months/unlimited distance
Maintenance warranty: 24 months/24,000miles
Powertrain warranty: 72 months/70,000miles
Roadside assistance coverage: 72 months/70,000miles

Compare the 2017 Toyota Warranty:
Basic warranty: 36 months/36,000miles
Corrosion perforation warranty: 60 months/unlimited distance
Maintenance warranty: 24 months/25,000miles
Powertrain warranty: 60 months/60,000miles
Roadside assistance coverage: 24 months/unlimited distance

[kimona]

I think that the Buick Encore would be a great vehicle to lease for 2-3 years, but I wouldn't want to chance long-term ownership with it. At least it doesn't have a CVT transmission (I think). The more I read about CVT's, the more I am turned off by their seemingly random Russian-Roulette reliability factor. That really limits my car choices if I want to pick up another vehicle that is automatic in a few years. At this rate, I will be hunting down a low-mileage 2017 Yaris SE automatic in 2019-2020 - and then I will have two of the same generation Yari (of different colors at least, hopefully). :laugh:

No CVT in the Encore; instead, a very interesting 6 speed automatic that has a gentle but distinct feel and sound that it's shifting like a manual in the lower gears. Plus, there is a manual shift mode that's simple to switch to and works very well.

I drove the Honda CVT and immediately hated it; what a dog! But, the Rogue Sport CVT was a surprisingly decent performer. I rather liked it... and the car. However, Nissan reliability is highly questionable.

We all know Toyota (Yaris) long term reliability is bar none. So, that's a no-brainer.

[kimona]

BTW, a perk from the Cadillac/Buick dealer where I got my Encore is free car washes... every day of the week if I want!

I've been twice since I got the car 9 days ago. Hand car wash, chamois, windows (inside/outside), vacuum, wipe interior, dress tyres. Not bad at all. The dealer is only 5 minutes from my house and the car wash takes about 20 minutes.

I just sit in one of two luxury lounges and drink free coffee and choose from dozens of snacks... and the porter comes to find me and hand over the keys. Tipping the porter is not permitted... so I'm told.

Unlike the local Toyota dealers, the Cadillac/Buick dealer makes the customer feel VERY special. It's a refreshing experience.

[Kalispel]

BTW, a perk from the Cadillac/Buick dealer where I got my Encore is free car washes... every day of the week if I want!

I've been twice since I got the car 9 days ago. Hand car wash, chamois, windows (inside/outside), vacuum, wipe interior, dress tyres. Not bad at all. The dealer is only 5 minutes from my house and the car wash takes about 20 minutes.

I just sit in one of two luxury lounges and drink free coffee and choose from dozens of snacks... and the porter comes to find me and hand over the keys. Tipping the porter is not permitted... so I'm told.

Unlike the local Toyota dealers, the Cadillac/Buick dealer makes the customer feel VERY special. It's a refreshing experience.

That sounds pretty cool. Dealership visits, for me, have always been on the enthusiasm level of visiting the dentist or doctor. :laugh:

[toad]

BTW, a perk from the Cadillac/Buick dealer where I got my Encore is free car washes... every day of the week if I want!

I've been twice since I got the car 9 days ago. Hand car wash, chamois, windows (inside/outside), vacuum, wipe interior, dress tyres. Not bad at all. The dealer is only 5 minutes from my house and the car wash takes about 20 minutes.

I just sit in one of two luxury lounges and drink free coffee and choose from dozens of snacks... and the porter comes to find me and hand over the keys. Tipping the porter is not permitted... so I'm told.

Unlike the local Toyota dealers, the Cadillac/Buick dealer makes the customer feel VERY special. It's a refreshing experience.

wow! 20 minutes for all that- they must have a team or something working on it! great looking vehicle and congratulations:clap:. i just don't like the 'bird of prey' feeling the salespeople project on me whenever i'm getting work done and waiting in the lounge area. maybe they're just told to ask everyone in there even if it's OBVIOUS they're already being helped if they need assistance?

i only got 1 free carwash coupon when i bought my camry so i'm jealous nevertheless:smile:

[kimona]

That sounds pretty cool. Dealership visits, for me, have always been on the enthusiasm level of visiting the dentist or doctor. :laugh:

As a long time Toyota owner, that's been my experience at Toyota dealerships as well. Actually, I'd rather get my teeth cleaned than suffer poor service and the bad attitude of a Toyota service writer.

I NEVER thought I'd be driving a vehicle with an American badge, but I love the car... and the dealer knows how to make the customer feel valued... something I have NEVER felt at the Toyota store.

[junorico24]

Anyone driven an old school KE 70 Corolla? i always want a rwd old school car.

Problem is they are getting harder to find.

You can put a 4age engine in these bad boyz.

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/5f/89/69/5f8969cba96718ca7a436eb35afb8a77.jpg

[David C]

Hood mounted side mirrors and oversized fender flares. Hard to beat in the badass department.

[ern-diz]

I want to say my cousin owned a similar Corolla to that back in the day, but a US version and most likely a little newer. Looked very similar to that.

[jayeh]

As a long time Toyota owner, that's been my experience at Toyota dealerships as well. Actually, I'd rather get my teeth cleaned than suffer poor service and the bad attitude of a Toyota service writer.

I NEVER thought I'd be driving a vehicle with an American badge, but I love the car... and the dealer knows how to make the customer feel valued... something I have NEVER felt at the Toyota store.

I've had the opposite experience.

I went to test drive cars and the nearby Ford dealership was empty - open till 8pm and I was there at 4:30. Not a sales person, receptionist or anything in sight. I almost left before someone snagged me at the back.

Same deal with a Chrysler dealership - it didn't even have any imports in the used lot - at all. The employees were playing games on their computers/phones and just kind of shrugged.

The Toyota dealerships were great, happy helpful employees in service and sales! Expensive as hell but a pleasure to deal with :laugh:

[hairygityeti]

My last car was a Perodua 950cc but im driving a mark1 Yaris S 1ltr silver 2000 model i am not a well off gentleman and only go with what i can afford. At this moment its a ￡300 Yaris and this year its cost ￡210 to keep her driving ,when it cost more then ￡300 to keep on the road thats when i move on.

[hairygityeti]

heres our 2013 in 2014 off i10 in az

cacti and roadtrips the best of both worlds

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Death-Valley-Vegas-Arizona/i-BK324bp/0/38ae312c/XL/100_3375-XL.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Death-Valley-Vegas-Arizona/i-KddMwtg/0/38255bca/XL/100_3346-XL.jpg

Nice!:coolpics:

[hairygityeti]

Anyone driven an old school KE 70 Corolla? i always want a rwd old school car.

Problem is they are getting harder to find.

You can put a 4age engine in these bad boyz.

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/5f/89/69/5f8969cba96718ca7a436eb35afb8a77.jpg

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/112546839147?ul_ref=https%253A%252F%252Frover.ebay .com%252Frover%252F2%252F0%252F8%253Fbu%253D448198 67868%2526segname%253D16TE179832_T_ENDSOON_CT1%252 6crd%253D20170904090000%2526mpre%253Dhttps%25253A% 25252F%25252Fwww.ebay.co.uk%25252Fulk%25252Fitm%25 252F112546839147%2526ch%253Dosgood%2526url%253Dhtt ps%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.%252524%25257Bprefix%25 257Debay.%252524%25257Bdomain%25257D%25252Fulk%252 52Fitm%25252F%252524%25257BitemId%25257D%2526osub% 253D53aea576653c57729cf34a01d06850e9%25257E7791824 e6704d635cc2785fce0dc2ccf%2526sojTags%253Demid%252 53Dbu%25252Csegname%25253Dsegname%25252Ccrd%25253D crd%25252Curl%25253Durl%25252Cch%25253Dch%25252Cos ub%25253Dosub%2526srcrot%253D0%2526rvr_id%253D0&ul_noapp=true

[kimona]

My last car was a Perodua 950cc but im driving a mark1 Yaris S 1ltr silver 2000 model i am not a well off gentleman and only go with what i can afford. At this moment its a ￡300 Yaris and this year its cost ￡210 to keep her driving ,when it cost more then ￡300 to keep on the road thats when i move on.

^^^ I think the Perodua is a Daihatsu Charade with a different name. Is that right?

Hope the Yaris proves very reliable for you. I like the style of the 2000 model.

[hairygityeti]

Thanks all i know is it was very small ...like original Fiat 500 small.
Great fun to drive as are all small cars you feel the road more the smaller the wheel base.:thumbup: