Toyota Yaris (1999 - 2005) 1.3 VVT-i T Spirit 5d (2003/53) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I know the most reliable and best value cars ( in the long term) are Japanese. German cars are over rated & hence over priced. French cars are unreliable. You can't get small Swedish cars, so it's a no brainer !
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
It's a good value product.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. at 130k miles, the engine still runs like new, doesn't drink oil, and I know I can rely on it.
What are you likely to buy next?
Another Yaris.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,999
When did you buy the car?
September 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Higher than average mileage.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Cheap to run & reliable.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Quite nippy & smooth. Gear change is a dream, good handling all round.
What's it like to park?
Easy
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Corrosion to front silencer in exhaust middle section.
What's most practical about your car?
A small car with 5 seats ..why bother with a 4 seat Czechoslovakian Aygo ! Love the moveable rear seats to alter boot size.
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