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09-18-2009, 01:07 PM | #19 | |
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There is a transition time with every vehicle. I know I had a hard time at first with the Yaris and wasn't all that happy with it in the beginning. I come from Honda (I had 3 Hondas b/f this Yaris) and the manual transmission in a Honda is VERY different. Plus, my last car was a CRX HF, very small, light, and low to the ground, almost half the height of the Yaris. Much different handling, completely different sitting position and visibility. So yeah, the first week was frustrating. The good news is that you'll get used to it. The Yaris really grows on you. Last edited by tomato; 09-18-2009 at 01:27 PM. |
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09-18-2009, 01:23 PM | #20 |
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only in sedans
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09-18-2009, 02:06 PM | #21 |
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The seating position is very different than most cars but, in my experience, can be made pretty comfortable by taking advantage of the pluses in the set up. The yaris is actually much more like the original mini than the modern mini (which is actually much lower than the original mini and the yaris) with its upright seating and somewhat horizontal steering wheel.
Original mini drivers (I'm 62 so I remember it first hand- my wife had a mini) developed what was then called the "mini slouch" which is similar to a bus drivers position vis a vis the steering wheel and pedals. In the slouch position you sort of lean your shoulders forward with your butt back and slouch towards the steering wheel to make the reach easier. I think some people can adapt to it better than others. |
09-18-2009, 03:03 PM | #22 |
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09-18-2009, 03:21 PM | #23 |
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Another tip is just to change the way you're comfortable with your foot on the gas. To be honest that's going to be hundreds of times easier than any changes you would have to make to the seat / its position / the harness etc.
I got used to the car one way but switched to a position much closer to the wheel for better clutch-stomping ability. It took some getting used to but it was worth it in the end. I'm sure you'll feel the same way. |
09-18-2009, 03:26 PM | #24 | |
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But you wanna know something OP? It's not entirely PC to say so on this forum but this little car is a little weird that way. But it's got other things going for it so I guess it all balances out. |
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09-18-2009, 04:28 PM | #25 | |
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Now, After doing probably 30-40 5+ hr one way trips.... my seat starts to get uncomfortable after about hour 3. The nice thing is... if I stop every 3 hrs, and get out and walk for 2-5 minutes all is good. I usually do 7-9hr drives tho with only one stop near halfway through it. |
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09-18-2009, 04:45 PM | #26 |
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I sat in mine and test drove it home after paying for it, sorry no test drive in JA
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09-18-2009, 04:52 PM | #27 |
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09-18-2009, 05:18 PM | #28 |
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Bummer.
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09-19-2009, 10:40 AM | #29 |
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09-19-2009, 11:06 AM | #30 |
I've found that the steering wheel would greatly benefit if it telescoped the only other gripe i have is the electric steering it seems a bit darty but its nothing i havn't been able to adjust to. I am surprised at how well it rides compared to my 1st gen xB i happen to love the design of the center stack hvac controls very symetrical.. good luck with your yaris buddy.
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09-19-2009, 11:38 AM | #31 |
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i test drove a yaris sedan before i bought one, after flooring the gas and everything i loved it and told them to ship a new one, got one with about 45miles on it.
After the first couple weeks the car is awkward but i got used to it and im really comfortable in it now, the steering wheel its perfect length away for my arms and legs |
09-19-2009, 11:40 AM | #32 |
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09-19-2009, 11:53 AM | #33 |
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i wish my seat would raise up since im only 5ft4. besides that i really dont find it to be uncomfortable.
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09-19-2009, 09:46 PM | #34 |
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I used to be uncomfortable when I first bought the car, but now I've lost 50 lbs and it's much better. If the seat doesn't fit, change the shape of your body!
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09-19-2009, 10:13 PM | #35 |
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09-20-2009, 01:15 PM | #36 |
Same problem here. I resolved it by raising up the front part of the seat by about 5/8" with a large nut. I tried several different heights and found this to be the most comfortable. You will need an "inverted torx" E-10 socket to fit the bolts. Be ultra careful not to cross thread them when you put them back in. I needed to replace the front bolts with a new longer metric with a hex head.
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