Toyota Yaris Hatchback (2006 - 2011) 1.3 VVT-i Zinc 3d (2007/07) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Driving a small Yaris says I consider the environment, I know quality when I see it, I like a car thats practical and useful, I consider other drivers by taking up less space on the road!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They really like it and were supprised just how big this small car is inside. The amount of storage blew them away too!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes I would by another Yaris and I like cars that are reliable, economical, and have a low depreciation.
What are you likely to buy next?
Well another Yaris is possible if this one ever packs up! It will be definitely be a Japanese or German designed car anyway.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,000
When did you buy the car?
August 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
I got a very good deal on my Yaris and saved nearly £2000 on main dealer used prices. The car even came with a low milage, full service and warrantee.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Reliability, Stylish Design Inside and Out, Economical, Huge Interior Space, Low Depreciation.
What was the dealer like?
The dealer was very good and offered a quality service, however being a Yaris they were not willing to go even lower on the price, although this was understandable.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
I have found the 1.3 Yaris Zinc to be an absolute pleasure to drive, its very nippy, corners well with low body roll, has good visibility ahead due to the high driving position, very light steering, good pedal spacing, smooth gear change, very tight turning circle makes u-turns a doddle. I do find the car a bit noisy at 70mph on the motorway though.
What's it like to park?
Parking next to the kerb with a car front and back can be a little tricky to start with as you cannot see the bonnet on the Yaris. Reversing the car into a space with cars each side is very simple though due to its flat back.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The only thing to go wrong so far is a spark plug which caused slightly lumpy idling, once changed the car run as good as new.
What's most practical about your car?
Huge interior space that puts many bigger cars to shame, 22 different storage compartments, Sliding rear seats provide a bigger boot, flat floor in the back makes it more comfortable for rear passengers, height adjustable drivers seat and rake and reach steering wheel allows the driver to get the perfect driving position.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Digital dash and speedometer is fantastic and easy to see, Under floor storage in the boot, MP3 and WMA file support on the CD Player, Air-con, On-wheel audio controls, Double central locking, 9 airbags make this car safe.
