Trying to Decide and Introduction

[WeeYari]

Originally Posted by peacemaven

We love Honda and Toyota equally and it is usually up to the test drive and the price, plus something else that has no words.

^ This.

You know that both have near impeccable track records for reliability, longevity and value. It's going to come down to which vehicle satisfies the bulk of your desires, within your budget.

I see no mention of Kia. Personally, I wouldn't exclude them.

[peacemaven]

If I can replace the radio with a bluetooth system that would allow for streaming and making calls I think the L would be groovy.

Like I said I tested the L and loved it because it was so retro. If I Can get auto transmission and roll down windows - that with the bluetooth I would be psyched. It would be nice to have a car not completely depended on electronics.

If we're to replace radio with a bluetooth system, what would you recommend for a 2012 yaris L hatchback?

Thanks,
Peace

[richard_rsp]

Originally Posted by peacemaven

If I can replace the radio with a bluetooth system that would allow for streaming and making calls I think the L would be groovy.

Like I said I tested the L and loved it because it was so retro. If I Can get auto transmission and roll down windows - that with the bluetooth I would be psyched. It would be nice to have a car not completely depended on electronics.

If we're to replace radio with a bluetooth system, what would you recommend for a 2012 yaris L hatchback?

Well, if you want to stay with a Toyota part (instead of an aftermarket CD player/bluetooth), you can use the headunit out of a 2012 LE or SE Yaris (probably as well as any 2012 Scion - they appear to have the correct connections). This is what I did.

The difficult part in doing this, is getting hold of the bluetooth microphone. I could not find a part number, nor did I have any help from our local Toyota dealer (they didnt have a part number either). I had to source a wrecked 2012 Yaris LE and had the wrecking yard pull it for me.

If you get all the parts together, installation is very easy.

Otherwise, there are many different aftermarket options. You could likely find multiple opinions in the "In Car Entertainment" section of this forums.

Maybe this helps?

[peacemaven]

Thank you for your help. I am thinking aftermarket. I wish the system available in Hondas (bluetooth + in wheel av/phone controls were standard in every car as safety features.

[peacemaven]

Originally Posted by WeeYari

^ This.

You know that both have near impeccable track records for reliability, longevity and value. It's going to come down to which vehicle satisfies the bulk of your desires, within your budget.

I see no mention of Kia. Personally, I wouldn't exclude them.

We can never buy a Kia as long as they have Red LED panels as my husband is red/green color blind and the red doesn't register. Otherwise I would be all over the Kia Soul in a heartbeat.