Toyota Yaris (1999 - 2005) 1.0 16v VVT-i GS 5d (2000/V) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I'm someone who puts good thought in my choice of car and wouldn't just go and buy a corsa because everyone has one.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They like that its reliable, practical and cheap (to run).

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, but with a bigger engine.

What are you likely to buy next?

Something turbocharged.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£600

When did you buy the car?

August 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

£600, fairly low milage (for the price), serviced and had a new exhaust. so yes it was.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed a reliable first car. who else but toyota ?

What was the dealer like?

He got the car part ex, and he just wanted to get it off his parking lot. took the haggle like a boss.

What's it like to drive?

It can't creap forward using only the clutch without stalling. it can get annoying revving just to creap forward in slow traffic. speed drops on anything remotely hilly on the motorway.

What's it like to park?

Easy. good visibility all round.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Throttle response does get unresponsive after a few seconds of idle. that can be a problem when it comes to hill starts.

What's most practical about your car?

Loads of room, high seating position. feels like a range rover compared to a corsa.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Trip computer. just watching the numbers drop with the right foot.