Toyota Yaris SR (2007 - 2009) 1.8 VVT-i SR 3d (2008/08) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I'm a sensible family man with a fun side...

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

Very positive, even a couple of police officers were discussing it while I was parked in a local supermarket car park!

Would you buy this car again and why?

Definitely, renowned Toyota reliability and so much fun to drive.

What are you likely to buy next?

Another Toyota, probably Yaris or Auris, but not for a good while yet! Going to enjoy this one first......

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£5,795

When did you buy the car?

October 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got warranty extended to 12 months, more money for my trade in and money off the screen price.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Toyota's legendary reliability.

What was the dealer like?

Couldn't have been more helpful. Deal took some time to complete, but it was worth the wait.

What's it like to drive?

Fun and relatively quick. Puts a smile on my face when I pull away from much larger vehicles! Not hot hatch fast, but I don't need it to be.

What's it like to park?

Nice and easy. Smaller than my previous car, so much easier to manoeuvre. The 17 inch wheels take a little getting used to.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Not as yet. Not expecting it to either......

What's most practical about your car?

Sliding rear seat and underfloor storage.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Keyless entry and climate control.