08 Yaris For a Camper and College Student? - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

WeeYari · 05-08-2015, 10:32 AM

Three recalls that I can recollect off the top of my head are;

- removal of a piece insulation in the driver side B pillar which can catch fire

- replace clock spring (spiral cable) mechanism in the steering wheel. Can cause airbag malfunction

- replace driver side seat rails. These for the most part work with a few failures reported. There is no one specific spot where they fail, they just decide to fail

The service department can do an inquiry on the VIN to see if any applicable recalls have been performed on that car.

Ben_ · 05-10-2015, 10:57 PM

So you ended up buying it?

CLuchs · 05-11-2015, 11:38 AM

Not yet! The inspection is up in 2 days so i waited and it paid off, I'll be buying this week, and because I waited the price went down 200 dollars and the car will have a fresh inspection. Haha, that's the money for the cargo carrier right there! I'm excited about it though, really glad no one around here can drive a stick or this thing wouldn't be as cheap now as it is.

ern-diz · 05-11-2015, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by CLuchs

Not yet! The inspection is up in 2 days so i waited and it paid off, I'll be buying this week, and because I waited the price went down 200 dollars and the car will have a fresh inspection. Haha, that's the money for the cargo carrier right there! I'm excited about it though, really glad no one around here can drive a stick or this thing wouldn't be as cheap now as it is.

Nice

Ben_ · 05-11-2015, 11:33 PM

Yep these cars go for super cheap with manual trans since people DEMAND autos haha

CLuchs · 05-12-2015, 11:02 AM

Why would you ever want a car with 106 horses in an auto? Haha. small cars are only fun with standards. Hey one last question. The infamous pink crust... Where do I look for it? Does it show up around the external piece of the water pump assembly that can be seen on the left side of the motor or somewhere else? I need a reliable car so I gotta be sure this one's all good. Pictures would be awesome if possible!

bronsin · 05-12-2015, 11:30 AM

Check the right underside of the hood.

A couple times a year.

I note this is a LEAK not a sign of classic wp failure where it falls in your lap in a few days. Mine leaked quietly for 6 months before I replaced it.

CLuchs · 05-12-2015, 12:07 PM

Yeah but I can use that to leverage the price down further to have a little nest egg together for the repair when the time comes. If you can't tell, I've gotten very good at being a broke college student hahaha.

CLuchs · 05-12-2015, 12:08 PM

Oh and In case anyone wondered, This is the car!
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ctd/5018453903.html

ern-diz · 05-12-2015, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CLuchs

Oh and In case anyone wondered, This is the car!
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ctd/5018453903.html

Looks good from the pics

WeeYari · 05-12-2015, 01:01 PM

Oooo...bonus bumper protector.

"All the major mechanical systems under the hood have been inspected and are confirmed to be mechanically sound.www.boulevardmotormart.com"

^ there's a bit of your waterpump leverage. Not much, but a bit.

Also, to lock in the deal, see if they will replace the control arm bolts for you.

CLuchs · 05-12-2015, 01:09 PM

He sells a one year warranty for mechanical systems for 400 dollars. I mean it's a warranty, so it is kind of inherently a bad deal, but If I could get both control arm bolts and the pump to go all at once in that time woohoo haha. I was considering the warranty though.

WeeYari · 05-12-2015, 01:34 PM

Provided they don't snap one or both, replacing the control arm bolts would be easy/cheap for them to do. If it guaranteed they get rid of the car...No brainer.

nookandcrannycar · 05-12-2015, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WeeYari

Provided they don't snap one or both, replacing the control arm bolts would be easy/cheap for them to do.

^^^^^ This. When I had mine replaced in 2013, I bought the bolts at a Toyota dealer ($16 ?) and had an outside shop install them (under $30).

Ben_ · 05-12-2015, 07:05 PM

That's a great deal man. Glad you jumped on it!

aspro · 05-13-2015, 11:16 AM

I think you will love the Yaris as a camper. See if you can find a 2009 and up. That way you can plug and play cruise control. That's a must for a long haul vehicle.

And see if you can go for a 5 door. Roof mounting options for the cargo hauler are difficult with three doors because you need a short roof kit. Whereas the 5 door has many more options and better weight capabilities than the 3 door short roof kit. And I think your passengers will dig having a window that rolls down and easy in and out access. And I think 5 doors are also cheaper on insurance. Well, at least in Canada they are.

ern-diz · 05-13-2015, 11:38 AM

Spotted this while grabbing dinner last night and it reminded me of this thread lol.

CLuchs · 05-13-2015, 03:03 PM

I wish i could afford to be pickier about the lack of split folding seats, and opt for more doors, but its soooo hard to find a manual (Of any car) In Pittsburgh. Famous for 25 mile an hour free ways. Cruise control is eh. Could take it or leave it, I am a "driver" In the sense that I usually prefer me being in control of acceleration and stuff and once you're in 5th you just keep a steady foot and enjoy the view anyway. haha, Aspro, your car is beautiful by the way. Yeah the short base roof rack concerns me, but I was thinking possibly a rear mounted cargo carrier would be best because when we pull up the car on the camp ground we can just leave the stuff thats on there where it is, plus, they seem to be generally cheaper. And I can't say it enough this is one of the most active and helpful car forums I've ever encountered, and I've been part of a bundle. This forum alone would've talked me into a yaris over another car just for the sheer availability of advice and support.

05-08-2015, 10:32 AM	#19
WeeYari View User's Garage Drives: 06 Polar White 5dr, 13 Soul 4u Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Georgetown, Ontario, Canada Posts: 5,740	Three recalls that I can recollect off the top of my head are; - removal of a piece insulation in the driver side B pillar which can catch fire - replace clock spring (spiral cable) mechanism in the steering wheel. Can cause airbag malfunction - replace driver side seat rails. These for the most part work with a few failures reported. There is no one specific spot where they fail, they just decide to fail The service department can do an inquiry on the VIN to see if any applicable recalls have been performed on that car. __________________ Last edited by WeeYari; 05-08-2015 at 10:43 AM.

05-12-2015, 11:30 AM	#25
bronsin Drives: 2009 Base Hatch 2 Dr Auto Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: nj Posts: 4,790	Check the right underside of the hood. A couple times a year. I note this is a LEAK not a sign of classic wp failure where it falls in your lap in a few days. Mine leaked quietly for 6 months before I replaced it. __________________ Synthetic Oil: Its All In Your Head

05-12-2015, 01:01 PM	#29
WeeYari View User's Garage Drives: 06 Polar White 5dr, 13 Soul 4u Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Georgetown, Ontario, Canada Posts: 5,740	Oooo...bonus bumper protector. "All the major mechanical systems under the hood have been inspected and are confirmed to be mechanically sound.www.boulevardmotormart.com" ^ there's a bit of your waterpump leverage. Not much, but a bit. Also, to lock in the deal, see if they will replace the control arm bolts for you. __________________

05-12-2015, 01:34 PM	#31
WeeYari View User's Garage Drives: 06 Polar White 5dr, 13 Soul 4u Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Georgetown, Ontario, Canada Posts: 5,740	Provided they don't snap one or both, replacing the control arm bolts would be easy/cheap for them to do. If it guaranteed they get rid of the car...No brainer. __________________

05-13-2015, 11:16 AM	#34
aspro Drives: 2011 Yaris RS 5 door 5 spd Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 449	I think you will love the Yaris as a camper. See if you can find a 2009 and up. That way you can plug and play cruise control. That's a must for a long haul vehicle. And see if you can go for a 5 door. Roof mounting options for the cargo hauler are difficult with three doors because you need a short roof kit. Whereas the 5 door has many more options and better weight capabilities than the 3 door short roof kit. And I think your passengers will dig having a window that rolls down and easy in and out access. And I think 5 doors are also cheaper on insurance. Well, at least in Canada they are. __________________ TRD sway bar, h&r coilovers, tanabe strut tower bar, konig feather, bfg sport comp 2, MI intake manifold, aem cai, dc header, trd catback, MI crank pulley, trd short shift kit, phillips hid kit, morimoto led fogs, parrot navi indash, alpine 6.5 speakers, alpine amp, alpine reverse camera, led interior lights, thule roof racks, netz badges...

05-10-2015, 10:57 PM	#20
Ben_ View User's Garage Drives: 2010 Yaris Hatch Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 269	So you ended up buying it?

05-11-2015, 11:38 AM	#21
CLuchs Drives: 2008 3 door HB Join Date: May 2015 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 19	Not yet! The inspection is up in 2 days so i waited and it paid off, I'll be buying this week, and because I waited the price went down 200 dollars and the car will have a fresh inspection. Haha, that's the money for the cargo carrier right there! I'm excited about it though, really glad no one around here can drive a stick or this thing wouldn't be as cheap now as it is.

05-11-2015, 11:33 PM	#23
Ben_ View User's Garage Drives: 2010 Yaris Hatch Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 269	Yep these cars go for super cheap with manual trans since people DEMAND autos haha

05-12-2015, 11:02 AM	#24
CLuchs Drives: 2008 3 door HB Join Date: May 2015 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 19	Why would you ever want a car with 106 horses in an auto? Haha. small cars are only fun with standards. Hey one last question. The infamous pink crust... Where do I look for it? Does it show up around the external piece of the water pump assembly that can be seen on the left side of the motor or somewhere else? I need a reliable car so I gotta be sure this one's all good. Pictures would be awesome if possible!

05-12-2015, 12:07 PM	#26
CLuchs Drives: 2008 3 door HB Join Date: May 2015 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 19	Yeah but I can use that to leverage the price down further to have a little nest egg together for the repair when the time comes. If you can't tell, I've gotten very good at being a broke college student hahaha.

05-12-2015, 12:08 PM	#27
CLuchs Drives: 2008 3 door HB Join Date: May 2015 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 19	Oh and In case anyone wondered, This is the car! http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ctd/5018453903.html

05-12-2015, 01:09 PM	#30
CLuchs Drives: 2008 3 door HB Join Date: May 2015 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 19	He sells a one year warranty for mechanical systems for 400 dollars. I mean it's a warranty, so it is kind of inherently a bad deal, but If I could get both control arm bolts and the pump to go all at once in that time woohoo haha. I was considering the warranty though.

05-12-2015, 07:05 PM	#33
Ben_ View User's Garage Drives: 2010 Yaris Hatch Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 269	That's a great deal man. Glad you jumped on it!

05-13-2015, 11:38 AM	#35
ern-diz View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Liftback Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: CA all day Posts: 3,794	Spotted this while grabbing dinner last night and it reminded me of this thread lol. Attached Images

05-13-2015, 03:03 PM	#36
CLuchs Drives: 2008 3 door HB Join Date: May 2015 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 19	I wish i could afford to be pickier about the lack of split folding seats, and opt for more doors, but its soooo hard to find a manual (Of any car) In Pittsburgh. Famous for 25 mile an hour free ways. Cruise control is eh. Could take it or leave it, I am a "driver" In the sense that I usually prefer me being in control of acceleration and stuff and once you're in 5th you just keep a steady foot and enjoy the view anyway. haha, Aspro, your car is beautiful by the way. Yeah the short base roof rack concerns me, but I was thinking possibly a rear mounted cargo carrier would be best because when we pull up the car on the camp ground we can just leave the stuff thats on there where it is, plus, they seem to be generally cheaper. And I can't say it enough this is one of the most active and helpful car forums I've ever encountered, and I've been part of a bundle. This forum alone would've talked me into a yaris over another car just for the sheer availability of advice and support.