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lowsushi · 02-24-2010, 07:10 AM

Speaking of "status" I have had friends laugh at my Yaris before they got in it. I am 6'1" 225 lbs. I took 3 friends, 1 heaver then myself and the other 2 a bit less to a party. They were amazed theat we all had room with no-one having to give up leg room and that the car still got to 100 mph rather quickly ( just had to show them it had power). Now everyone likes the car after they got to see it in a new light.

I have a lifted 1972 Ford Bronco, 1997 Suzuki Katana, and now my 2010 Yaris. I think I have a pretty complete stable of vehicles. I couldn't really think of any other car I would want.

SpoCom2nr · 02-26-2010, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by lowsushi

Speaking of "status" I have had friends laugh at my Yaris before they got in it. I am 6'1" 225 lbs. I took 3 friends, 1 heaver then myself and the other 2 a bit less to a party. They were amazed theat we all had room with no-one having to give up leg room and that the car still got to 100 mph rather quickly ( just had to show them it had power). Now everyone likes the car after they got to see it in a new light.

I have a lifted 1972 Ford Bronco, 1997 Suzuki Katana, and now my 2010 Yaris. I think I have a pretty complete stable of vehicles. I couldn't really think of any other car I would want.

I think anyone who buys a Toyota could easily feel a sense of elevated status, even if it is a Yaris. I know it sounds funny, but think about it. The only two line-ups that are better than Toyota are Scion and Honda. Scion is in first, and Toyota makes them. Honda is after Scion and only a tiny bit ahead of Toyota.

Everyone wants a reliable car... Toyota happens to be one of those brands. To own would make me feel "special". =)

junorico24 · 02-26-2010, 05:39 AM

I have had mine for 3 years, no regrets.I love it more than when it was brand new.
I think if you're single with no family ( kids etc) then the Yaris is a good daily driver.The fit is most suited for one with family-kids etc.But a yaris, swift or mazda 2 are all great in their own right.I chose the Yaris cause it was the "it" of year 2007 it was all the rage.I love the room and clever designs at the time.Now it seems the fit and mazda 2 are getting all the love.But that doesn't mean the Yaris is not a good ride, coz it is, infact it might have better mpg.What I don't like? not much not to like.maybe the freeway noise that's it.But overall i recommend it.

SpoCom2nr · 02-27-2010, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by junorico24

I have had mine for 3 years, no regrets.I love it more than when it was brand new.
I think if you're single with no family ( kids etc) then the Yaris is a good daily driver.The fit is most suited for one with family-kids etc.But a yaris, swift or mazda 2 are all great in their own right.I chose the Yaris cause it was the "it" of year 2007 it was all the rage.I love the room and clever designs at the time.Now it seems the fit and mazda 2 are getting all the love.But that doesn't mean the Yaris is not a good ride, coz it is, infact it might have better mpg.What I don't like? not much not to like.maybe the freeway noise that's it.But overall i recommend it.

Yes. I certainly agree. Someone mentioned the Mazda2 earlier and I did some very brief research; I can see why there is a lot of talk about it.

Going back to why I'm here, I still deeply admire the Yaris. But I am giving the Mazda2 some consideration, which is why I will make a choice when the 2 comes out. I believe the car I have now should last me until then (which would be like spring or summer?)

So my choice ultimately will come down between the Yaris and the 2. Like you said, and I certainly agree, the fit is like for a larger family. While Honda has a good reputation for great products, the reason I'm cutting it out of my choices is because of the "it" factor. I don't see it really "fitting" me.

I'm certaintly not going to look at the Chevy Aveo. While the new ones do look nice, I swore to myself I would never (or at least for a very long time), never purchase an American car again. And I've seen some negative reviews.

Haven't heard much about the Swift, which is why I plan to stay away from that.

I think freeway noise has been a big problem for all these small cars, so it doesn't really turn me off.

You have made some really great points. =)

02-24-2010, 07:10 AM	#1
lowsushi Akiba Otaku View User's Garage Drives: 2010 Yaris 5dr Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 122	Speaking of "status" I have had friends laugh at my Yaris before they got in it. I am 6'1" 225 lbs. I took 3 friends, 1 heaver then myself and the other 2 a bit less to a party. They were amazed theat we all had room with no-one having to give up leg room and that the car still got to 100 mph rather quickly ( just had to show them it had power). Now everyone likes the car after they got to see it in a new light. I have a lifted 1972 Ford Bronco, 1997 Suzuki Katana, and now my 2010 Yaris. I think I have a pretty complete stable of vehicles. I couldn't really think of any other car I would want. __________________ PS3 Trophies

02-26-2010, 05:39 AM	#3
junorico24 Drives: toyota yaris yrs Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sydney Posts: 642	I have had mine for 3 years, no regrets.I love it more than when it was brand new. I think if you're single with no family ( kids etc) then the Yaris is a good daily driver.The fit is most suited for one with family-kids etc.But a yaris, swift or mazda 2 are all great in their own right.I chose the Yaris cause it was the "it" of year 2007 it was all the rage.I love the room and clever designs at the time.Now it seems the fit and mazda 2 are getting all the love.But that doesn't mean the Yaris is not a good ride, coz it is, infact it might have better mpg.What I don't like? not much not to like.maybe the freeway noise that's it.But overall i recommend it.