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07-02-2010, 02:55 PM | #1 |
Drives: 2009 Toyota Yaris Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Havre de Grace, MD
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Old school to Power?
I have a 2009 3dr Yaris but I didn't get the power package b/c I was trying to save $$...
Soo the last time that I was in the dealership I asked the guy about how much it would be to convert the manual windows and locks to power doors and windows ... He basically told me that I really wasn't doable .... It really isn't that big of a deal but i was just curious if he was talking outa his @$$? and was being lazy and not wanting to it |
07-02-2010, 03:10 PM | #2 |
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most decent car stereo shops will be able to find a way to do it for you.
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07-02-2010, 04:34 PM | #3 |
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Yup. You can retrofit power options. Not sure how much it would cost you, but it's certainly doable.
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07-02-2010, 05:35 PM | #4 |
...or how reliable they would be in the long run. I'm basing that on the many aftermarket non functioning electrical accessories and add-ons I saw come through the shop in my 3.5 years working at a GM service center. People would come in with A/M moonroofs, cruise control, pwr locks and/or windows, etc, etc that were not working. A lot of the time (especially if they weren't the original onwers) people did even know they had A/M items on their cars. Finding replacement parts proved to be impossible, as most of this was cheap, one-time stuff with no parts and/or technical support.
That was a few years ago, so things may have improved since then. |
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07-02-2010, 05:59 PM | #5 |
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Car stereo / electronics shops are like anything else, whether it's body shops, mechanics, etc., there are great ones, terrible ones, and everything in between.
Do your research, get referrals, get multiple quotes, and do your homework before spending your money.
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07-02-2010, 06:23 PM | #6 |
Drives: Yaris HB Join Date: Jul 2007
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If its up in the thousands, why not consider selling it private party, and stash the money in another used Yaris with the desired options? If you make two great deals, you'll only be out tax and title. As the reliability of the Yaris is generally outstanding, swapping for a higher mileage Yaris should not be a huge concern if you're in it for the long term ownership anyway.
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07-02-2010, 11:28 PM | #7 |
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Hey, I think Kaotic, on here...his sedan didnt come w/ power options or anything...he had them added on (I THINK)...you should PM him....or wait till the meet to get the details in person :)
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07-03-2010, 03:08 PM | #9 | |
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Does any one know about how much I would cost? |
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07-03-2010, 03:10 PM | #10 |
Depends on the corner you work and the services offered.
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07-03-2010, 03:27 PM | #11 |
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07-03-2010, 06:28 PM | #12 |
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Labor would be the most expensive part, you can save a ton of money by DIY(in both the Yaris and on the streetcorner)
heres a link to a DIY posted by a member http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sho...IY+Power+locks Should be less than $50 for power locks heres a link to a DIY for power windows: http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2146 Hope this helps and good luck!
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07-05-2010, 12:26 PM | #13 |
Drives: new vitz Join Date: Apr 2010
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i want to make all the power window practicable after removing the key from the car.
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07-06-2010, 09:37 AM | #14 |
Drives: 2008 yaris, stripped, red Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: SE Texas
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the dealership says it's impossible because it's not worth the money invested. it's a $500 option from the factory. you'll spend over 500 in parts alone. plus, wires have to be run, and programming has to be done to the vehicle since everything goes through the body module or whatever module controls windows/locks.
the crap you get from an audio place is just that...crap. it wont last, the buttons break, the relays burn up, and the motors break down. they wont last a few years and it'll be what you pay for. plus they'll tear up the inside of your door skins/frame mounting hardware in there and drilling through the bracing. any way, you can get a kit from just about anyone that sells car audio or 'performance parts'. i think garm has a set on his site, and a set of door locks as well...with key fob. any way, check it all out before you decide to buy junk. |
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