Hey guys, looking to get a Yaris, few questions here...

[narly charley]

Alrighty, here's the scoop... I'm not new to Toyota's at all, I've driven them for years now (only 21). I've owned two pickups, a 4Runner, three Celica's, and a Corolla. I currently own a 2000 Toyota Celica GT-S 6 speed, it's my baby. I also own a 98 GMC Sonoma for the winter. The Celica has about 173,000 miles on it but is PERFECT condition, always been maintained and babied it's whole life. I usually average about 33-38 MPG with it, and it's a blast to drive. The car is 12 years old and it's showing VERY small signs of rust, and when rust starts, it doesn't stop. I want to just get rid of the car and buy a "new" one, no worries or headaches.

The Celica is by no means fast, but it's quick and fun to drive around corners. I almost never drive fast, so I figured the Yaris would be a good choice. I commute 2.5 hours every weekend, so I'm looking for something good on gas.

I'm ALWAYS on the 7th gen Celica forums, and I know just about every quirk that a Celica could have or encounter. For instance you have to watch for rust under the sunroof, the 2000-2002 GT's had oil consumption problems, etc. I wanted to make an account on here and see what you guys would recommend for me. What year and trim would you guys suggest?

-Luxury or speed is not in the criteria at all.
-I DO want a 5 speed though, I've always driven standard transmissions, plus the mileage will be better.
-Two or four door... That part doesn't matter at all.

Thanks guys! BTW, here's my Celica now: