Toyota Yaris Hatchback (2006 - 2011) 1.3 VVT-i T Spirit 5d (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I made the wrong choice 3 years ago!!

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

Not a lot as they have all gone for other manufacturers.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I tried, mainly because of the new 1.33 engine, but Toyota don't manufacture the T spirit at the moment and have had 2 price rises one in Feb the other is at the end of April.

What are you likely to buy next?

A Mazda 2 Sport.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£11,500

When did you buy the car?

March 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Usual dealer discount, if you believe that sort of thing.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Economy

What was the dealer like?

Sales and service are like chalk and cheese.

What's it like to drive?

Loud engine noise, sluggish on hills, lots of gear changing required, lots of deafening cabin noise at speed. Can slide easily around wet corners.

What's it like to park?

High windows block vision when paralell parking.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Belt that drives the fan and other things has been replaced 3 times, recalled for head restraints, rear seat belt clips get damaged every time you fold the seats. Went through a set of front tyres in the first year.

What's most practical about your car?

Not a lot very bog standard features for such a costly car.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

None that is inspiring.