When will the Yaris hit the showrooms at dealers?

[ricko]

Just read the entire thread (no work today), and I can't believe that Toyota has so completely misread the U.S. market. I guess they did not see the growing interest in the performance sub-compact field.
My experience in purchasing my Yaris is as follows:
Friday - inquired about the availability of '06 RS hatch-backs (5-speed) - the sales manager got on the computer and located 3 on dealer lots in Ontario, he got on the phone to each of those dealers to see if they were willing to part with them.
Tuesday - sales manager called to say that the dealerships had responded - one was sold - did I prefer a 3 or 5 door???
Wednesday - after thinking about it overnight (and taking one last look at the Fit) I told Toyota I would take the 3-door with B-pkg.
Thursday - after seeing the pics of Echo's car with the lowering springs, asked the dealer about availability - he said IF I ordered then they would be at the dealership next day, plenty of time to be installed for a Saturday delivery.
Friday - car and springs arrived at my dealer.
Saturday - 10:00 A.M. delivery!!!!!!!!!!!!!