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    • GraemeG
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      That $10K discount didn’t last very long, did it? 😃

      I’m looking forward to seeing what the Rallye model is like when it arrives. (I heard early next year, but with Covid it could slip.)

      We’re currently running a cheap, old Ford Fiesta, which we purchased to give Nuru something to learn in, and me something to get back into driving. If we scratch or dent it, it’s less of an issue than with a new car. But it’s comfortable enough to run up and down to Melbourne (over 200 km), so I think that the Yaris GR would be equally as effective.

      The only problem with a GR is that Nuru will be on her P plates for a couple of years, so wouldn’t be able to drive it. We’d have to own two cars in that case, and I’m not sure we have a need. Besides, I think that she’d prefer a 4x4 or ute…

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      • louisboscoL
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        @Graeme:

        That $10K discount didn’t last very long, did it? 😃

        I’m looking forward to seeing what the Rallye model is like when it arrives. (I heard early next year, but with Covid it could slip.)

        We’re currently running a cheap, old Ford Fiesta, which we purchased to give Nuru something to learn in, and me something to get back into driving. If we scratch or dent it, it’s less of an issue than with a new car. But it’s comfortable enough to run up and down to Melbourne (over 200 km), so I think that the Yaris GR would be equally as effective.

        The only problem with a GR is that Nuru will be on her P plates for a couple of years, so wouldn’t be able to drive it. We’d have to own two cars in that case, and I’m not sure we have a need. Besides, I think that she’d prefer a 4x4 or ute…

        it actually lasted longer than i did. i was expecting the slots to sell out like the supra but i guess people were a little skeptic about a yaris and didn't fully understand the mechanics and legacy behind it. think it was only half gone within the first day and it slowly met it's quota within a week. unlike the supra which was gone in hours..

        you should tell her to get her licence in WA. we don't have any restrictions on P plates unlike the other nanny states.. a second hand SS ute is also a lovely choice. i do have a soft spot for a commodore anydays..

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        • KasiK
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          My experience in cars over 25 years I had a Honda Civic till somebody smash into it at the petrol station…

          Move on to Volkswagen Golf Mark 4 what a car last me 7 years without any problems..

          Another Volkswagen Golf Mark 5, pile of
          shit kept going wrong big let down with PD engine.

          Last chance Volkswagen Golf Mark 6, what a
          car, was doing until Volkswagen high emissions started off cheating on the smoke.

          Went in for a service they remap the car and fuck it up big time got very smoky.. had to get rid off.

          Now it Audi doing great so far. Best car by far for now

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          While you drink champagne
          And I'm livin' in black rain 4Q 🖕

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          • louisboscoL
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            a further look into the now released model in some places.. never thought i'd hear forged pistons, intercooler water spray in the same sentence as a yaris..

            "Loyalty is a two way street. If i'm asking for it from you, then you're getting it from me."

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            • BrockB
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              The wife’s new Daily driver.
              1991 Toyota Town Ace SuperExtra
              RHD 4wd Turbo Diesel with 51,000km
              One owner fresh off the boat from Japan.








              Here it is I front of my
              Hi Ace Quick Delivery

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              • SeulS
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                ^Amazing!..

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                • AppfaffA
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                  Soooo cool.

                  A few years ago @formulapfaff bought a JDM Toyota Celsiur from JapaneseClassics and it’s one of the coolest cars.

                  I know you guys will love this new addition - a 4wd, diesel Toyota is about as close to perfection as they make!

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                  • louisboscoL
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                    @Brock that's pretty cool. reminds me of the mitsubishi delica here in australia that most people put on raised suspension..

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                    • deancleanD
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                      @brock really cool van. I had a Subaru Sambar mini truck and loved it. Amazing how great those machines run. Mine was a 1996 and didn’t cause me any trouble for the 5 years I owned it. Only issue here in Ontario, Canada is the right hand drive. Very difficult to find anyone to insure them. Enjoy the new ride!

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                      • GraemeG
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                        @louisbosco you might be interested in this review of the Yaris GR.

                        https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/toyota/gr-yaris/first-drives/toyota-gr-yaris-2020-uk-review

                        Surely the "Should you buy one?" section could be reduced to one word: yes.

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                        • louisboscoL
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                          i'm literally watching a video review with the same press car..  😃 😃

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                          • GraemeG
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                            Also reviewed by Top Gear.

                            https://www.topgear.com/car-reviews/toyota/gr-yaris

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                            • louisboscoL
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                              i think a lot of reviews have got their hands on a number of press models now.. mat watson is one of the top reviewers i watch religiously..

                              "Loyalty is a two way street. If i'm asking for it from you, then you're getting it from me."

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                              • GraemeG
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                                I took a trip to Melbourne last week, and it turned out that one of the Toyota dealers had the Yaris GR in stock, so I went to take a quick look. Didn't get a chance to drive it.

                                What really surprised me is how light the doors feel. If you are after a VW style clunk, you're looking at the wrong car.

                                Interior space upfront is good. I'm nearly 6'3" / 190 cm tall, with long legs, and I could fit in. But the rear seats look like they'll only fit babies, and the luggage space is tiny.

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                                • GraemeG
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                                  Spotted one of the new Land Rover Defenders at the weekend. It wa enormous!

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                                  • AppfaffA
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                                    Lol I wish it was bigger. I see 3-4 everyday. I text my wife daily about trading in her Jeep for one 🙂

                                    Sadly, the nearest dealer is 2+ hours away, which means I would be walking to work a lot haha

                                    I love how they look!

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                                    • GilesG
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                                      I was offered this at a very fair price last week.  It's very original.  I want it so much, but do not have a garage.  I spoke to H about it, his answer  "Buy it and build a garage"…..

                                      I could probably get away with buying the car, I'd get a little bit of shit, but that would pass.  Building a garage would be a fast track to divorce.....

                                      "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                                      • GraemeG
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                                        You could look into one of the classic car storage facilities. There are a few around Hampshire.

                                        Or build a garage. We need another thread about you extending the house. 😃

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                                        • GilesG
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                                          If it's going to get used, it needs to be here…....

                                          "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                                          • SeulS
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                                            Park it in the bedroom.

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