Why do people lower their cars? - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

Tamago · 05-20-2009, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by kngrsll

man, you could really use some konis!

KW Variant 2's in the very new future!

i whored out my poor car in the name of speed, traded my coilovers for go-fast parts :(

MadMax · 05-20-2009, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by captainm27

Why do people lower their cars?

That's an easy one...because raising them would be very silly!

Next question?

Cheers! M2

SIPNGAS · 05-20-2009, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by MadMax

That's an easy one...because raising them would be very silly!

Next question?

Cheers! M2

Altitude · 05-20-2009, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Tamago

if gangly and awkward = aggressive then yes....

That's an odd way to describe it. The Yaris is anything but 'gangly' it is somewhat chubby though.

I'm not dissing lowered cars just saying I prefer the stock look - wheel gap and all - to that of a lowered Yaris. Plus I get the added benefit of never having to make a post about suspension noises, rubbing, can't take speedbumps, fast wearing suspension parts or not being able to put heavy things (including people) in the car without causing problems.

I actually would appreciate the better handling of the lowered COG, but so far the rear sway bar has helped greatly in that department.

DerFlosser · 05-20-2009, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Tamago

if gangly and awkward = aggressive then yes....

wait... most awkward/gangly highschool kids grow up to be power-abusing policemen.. so you may just be right!

bahahahahaa....so true.

alch3miss · 05-20-2009, 09:53 PM

Along with what everyone has stated improved handling, better appearance, and gas mileage. It also creates more friction because of the down force. For those who drag race, less tire roll improves track times.

alch3miss · 05-20-2009, 09:54 PM

dvlnblkdrs · 05-20-2009, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Altitude

Plus I get the added benefit of never having to make a post about suspension noises, rubbing, can't take speedbumps, fast wearing suspension parts or not being able to put heavy things (including people) in the car without causing problems.

I actually would appreciate the better handling of the lowered COG, but so far the rear sway bar has helped greatly in that department.

I have Tein basic coilovers & have never had any of these issues you speak of....

SIPNGAS · 05-20-2009, 10:12 PM

Also...you shouldn't take speed bumps and train tracks fast whether your car is lowered or not? I took those things slow before my car was lowered. Now I take them slow because I have rims.

Yaris Hilton · 05-21-2009, 12:03 AM

Lowering the car lets the engine run on denser, lower altitude air, thus increasing the horsepower.

Pitt Yaris · 05-21-2009, 12:35 AM

Lower def looks better.

kurokoma-kun · 05-21-2009, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by TheRealEnth

Well for me you see its a bit complicated... I tried to achieve 88 and i couldn't... too much damn wind. I need to reach 88mph... Its a goal of mine, Im a scientist and ive been working on something lately.. But i just need to hit 88mph. If my corrections are correct after the drop that has been taken i can gain +5mph throwing me into the late 80s and I will hit 88. I might be gone for some time after this.. If.. I mean when I come back I will surely tell you that dropping the vehicle has helped me do things...

-Disclaimer- Wearing of such product will not give such ability of gaining +5mph. Experience may vary.

i am in awe

MUSKOKA800 · 05-21-2009, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Altitude

I think the stance of the Yaris looks better when it's not lowered. Most of the shots of lowered Yaris look like the ass is dragging whereas at stock the car has a more agressive angle - this is all my own opinion of what looks good though. Then again I'm not of the 'Fast and Furious' generation...

I'm not the 'Fast and Furious' generation either but do prefer greatly increased handling charactoristics for both safety and joy.
Plus I got over that high fender 4X4 look back in the 70's when I had one of Canada's first Toyota 4X4 mini-pick-em-ups. All my cars have been lowered since the Toy truck rusted away.

naossoan · 05-23-2009, 07:12 PM

Lowering makes the car look better IMO. It's the first thing I'm doing to my car. I've had it for 2 years and haven't done a thing. It's time to do some modding now.

I have some TEIN S-Tech's on order..should be here on Wednesday. I can't wait!

05-20-2009, 10:12 PM	#27
SIPNGAS I LOVE my Yaris! View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Polar White LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Southeast Wisconsin Posts: 5,164	Also...you shouldn't take speed bumps and train tracks fast whether your car is lowered or not? I took those things slow before my car was lowered. Now I take them slow because I have rims. __________________ We don't see things as THEY are...we see them as WE are. Lisa aka *SIPNGAS*

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05-20-2009, 09:53 PM	#24
alch3miss View User's Garage Drives: Toyota Yaris Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Long Island Posts: 235	Along with what everyone has stated improved handling, better appearance, and gas mileage. It also creates more friction because of the down force. For those who drag race, less tire roll improves track times.

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05-21-2009, 12:03 AM	#28
Yaris Hilton Half a Bubble Off Plumb Drives: 2009 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Bristol, Tennessee, USA Posts: 1,593	Lowering the car lets the engine run on denser, lower altitude air, thus increasing the horsepower.

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Pitt Yaris Drives: Flint Mica Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 475	Lower def looks better.

05-23-2009, 07:12 PM	#32
naossoan Drives: 07 Yaris 3DR Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: MB, Canada Posts: 145	Lowering makes the car look better IMO. It's the first thing I'm doing to my car. I've had it for 2 years and haven't done a thing. It's time to do some modding now. I have some TEIN S-Tech's on order..should be here on Wednesday. I can't wait!