With deepest regrets

[salmonz]

As much as the Yaris was fun to drive, it's time to move on. I gave her a goodbye kiss at the salvage yard. It's weird how we get emotional over our cars. I will miss this forum too. THANKS to everyone on this forum that made it very cozy and friendly to chat and get advice.

Our next car will be a 2009 Toyota Corolla S (scroll down) after spending weeks and countless nights going over specs, ads, worrying about how much we'll get from insurance, etc... etc...

The Toyota Yaris was a great starter car.

Pros on the Yaris:
1. Saved my wife's life.
2. Great on gas. I brag to everyone how great it is. 7L/100km city, 5.6 L/100km hwy.
3. Love the Sedan model.
4. Very fun to drive.
5. Maintenance was super easy.
6. Makes fitting in parking spaces a breeze.
7. Fits a tall person.

Cons:
1. A bit noisy.
2. Didn't have cruise control - my fault for not paying for it.
3. Initial acceleration is great, but lags when you get to 85km/hr.
4. Takes a bit to warm up the heat (usually 5-8 kms driving).
5. Engine is a bit weak, 106hp @ 6000rpm, 103ft torque @ 4200rpm.

Up for sale since I can't use it with the Corolla. I'll probably post this stuff on Kijiji, or msg me if your interested.
1. 4 Michelin X-Ice tires on black Toyota steelies, 15in. (will get back on tread).
2. FRAM Toughguard Synethic oil filter. I believe I have a AT filter for the Yaris too.
3. (It looks like starting with the 2009 Corolla's, they use WS AT fluid, so they're not on the auction block.)



Now on the Corolla S:
1. Many friends tell me the Corolla is a excellent well built car.
2. Specifically, the 2009 S model with skirt an moon roof looks wicked.
3. More powerful engine while keeping almost the same fuel economy as the Yaris. I passed on the XRS model because the fuel efficiency was high on my list versus absolute performance.
132hp @ 6000rpm, 128ft torque @ 4400rpm.
4. 16in (Corolla) vs 15in (Yaris).
5. The Corolla appears wider than the Yaris.
6. It's a big longer (~20cm longer).
7. This one has cruise control, :)
8. Can't find anything bad about it right now... we'll see. :)

What I need to get for the Corolla:
Winter tires. Pref Michelin X-Ice. Any good/cheap places in Ontario that's similar to tirerack's price? ($500US + shipping) + cost of rims.

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Pro #1 = Best pro reason. =)

[bronsin]

Too bad you could have had cruise control for $10.

[swede]

That Corolla looks wicked, my wife and I will be looking into one of those to replace our SUV. I like the 2009/2010 design as well, too bad they only kept that look for two years.

Enjoy the car, let us know how it treats you guys!

[fj40dave]

Glad you were here.....enjoy that new Corolla, it looks great!

Side note: stay away from FRAM filters, they are really poorly rated.....stick to the WIX or NAPA Gold (same company) higher end options....just my 0.02 worth, but I've looked into it a fair amount.

[Viperoni]

FYI, the 26hp and 25ftlb of torque won't outweigh the 450lbs extra weight, the Corolla will be slower.

Lot more space inside I'm sure and IMO it looks better too, enjoy!

[Hamster]

Either the Corolla or the Yaris would be a good choice. I myself came *really* close to getting a Corolla, but wound up getting a Yaris because I ultimately decided that I would be much happier with a hatchback. I agree, the S version is really cool. Since you're getting it used, how many miles are already on the car?

[12345Michael54321]

Originally Posted by bronsin

Too bad you could have had cruise control for $10.

How so? I own an '08 Yaris sedan, and would happily pay $10 to add cruise control to it. Given that, like most people, I would not attempt to install it myself, I'm guessing that a $10 solution would have to run about $3.50 for parts and $6.50 for labor.
--
Michael

[bronsin]

Theres a mod here by CTScott to add CC.

If you want to Rand R the steering wheel and airbag you can buy the stalk and add it yourself.

But that is more.

[Strider199]

I know how you feel salmonz. I went from a European car which I worked on and appreciated for alot of years to a Yaris. Having to give away my Bentley's How-to, extra coolant, a rear tail light, etc. really brought me down.

Good luck with the new purchase and I hope you have nothing but a good experiance.

[brg88tx]

well, about 5 mpg worse is not "about the same" in my book, but your new corolla does look very nice. good luck.

[daf62757]

Well, at least you got another Toyota. That shows you have good judgment!

[salmonz]

Originally Posted by 12345Michael54321

How so? I own an '08 Yaris sedan, and would happily pay $10 to add cruise control to it. Given that, like most people, I would not attempt to install it myself, I'm guessing that a $10 solution would have to run about $3.50 for parts and $6.50 for labor.
--
Michael

I would too, :)
After looking at the cc mods, it's doable but what if something messes up?
CC instructions: http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33750

[salmonz]

Originally Posted by brg88tx

well, about 5 mpg worse is not "about the same" in my book, but your new corolla does look very nice. good luck.

The hwy mpg is the same, it's 2mpg different with city driving according to Toyota Canada.

2009 Corolla S specs:
City/Hwy/Combined L/100km: 7.4/5.6/6.6
City/Hwy/Combined mpg: 38/50/43

2007 Toyota Yaris specs:
City/Hwy L/100km: 7.0/5.6/6.3*
City/Hwy mpg: 40/50/45*

Diff: +0.3 L/100km or 2mpg

*combined from: http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/programs/env...bility-149.htm
http://media.toyota.ca/pr/tci/en/toy...is_specs_e.pdf
http://media.toyota.ca/pr/tci/en/toy...la_specs_e.pdf

[OTA'sTOY]

make sure you get the front bumper skirt fixed
its missing a retainer

[RABYARIS]

Best wishes with the Corolla...

[salmonz]

Originally Posted by OTA'sTOY

make sure you get the front bumper skirt fixed
its missing a retainer

The Toyota dealer is painting and fixing the bumper, skirt, and hood free of charge. :)

[Cyn97]

Originally Posted by salmonz

What I need to get for the Corolla:
Winter tires. Pref Michelin X-Ice. Any good/cheap places in Ontario that's similar to tirerack's price? ($500US + shipping) + cost of rims.

1010tires.com has killer rates (including shipping) and they ship out of BC so no customs to deal with etc... Bought my Winters for the Camaro there... I got 19" Rims (nothing special: M6 Replikas) with Pirelli Scorpions for just over half the price of just the tires from any tire shop I could find. Plus they came mounted & balanced !

I won't post actual prices since this is a TireRack sponsored sub-forum, but check it out, they are a good alternative to TireRack for Canadians - Although I think they also ship out of Seattle for US customers.