Prospective new (used) owner here with a few questions...

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Hey everyone, first post. Registered with another user name a few weeks ago but never got my registration email so couldn't post! Made this new one with another email and it worked this time. Oh well.

Anyway, I'm thinking about buying a used Yaris LB, manual transmission, probably a 2007-2009 or so. I've read many posts and threads on here, especially the reliability one and MPG ones, but still have a few questions if you don't mind. :)

What seem to be the trouble spots on these cars? I know they are very reliable overall and I love that they have a timing chain. But are there any common spots to look for? For instance, I've always driven older BMWs and the cooling system (lots of plastic, ugh) and window regulators are known problem areas.

Related, is there a mileage where you'd be hesitant to buy one? I'm not scared of higher-mileage cars, as I've always driven my cars up over 100k miles, but a big reason I'm wanting a Yaris is for reliability. I'm on the highway in the middle of nowhere by myself a lot so this is a big deal to me. Have you guys noticed a certain mileage range where certain typical things wear out and need replacing?

For those of you who work on your cars, is it hard on the Yaris? I don't think so, but you never know. I'm not much of a mechanic, but I did some fairly extensive work on my BMW thanks to internet boards like this one. I do love how the Yaris has such a tiny hood and you can practically reach everything just standing in front of it. :)

Any other advice or things for a newbie to look for?

Thanks a lot for any replies. Really like the board!