Yaris GR Thoughts ?

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Re: Yaris GR Thoughts ?

Post by smee » Wed Oct 21, 2020 9:47 pm

Also it looks like there's going to be an even madder grmn version coming out at some point. Some details emerging now.
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Post by philthy » Fri Oct 23, 2020 8:23 pm

smee wrote:
Wed Oct 21, 2020 9:47 pm
Also it looks like there's going to be an even madder grmn version coming out at some point. Some details emerging now.
Interesting, could it tip over 40k for a Yaris 😂
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Post by IanD » Sat Nov 07, 2020 2:35 am

Seemingly loads of UK journalists have had a shot, embargo to release any reviews until Tuesday.

No info from Toyota Helensburgh on when they will have their demonstrator in.
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Post by smee » Sat Nov 07, 2020 10:03 am

I'm hoping they hate it so I don't have to buy one
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Re: Yaris GR Thoughts ?

Post by rossybee » Sat Nov 07, 2020 12:23 pm

I have read that for a road car it's a game changer.

Even more so being based on a relatively humble hatch :shock:

Will see eh

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Post by Rosssco » Sun Nov 08, 2020 11:50 pm

Looks like the 'Circuit Pack' will be the one to go for, if nothing else for future value - Recall with my previous Megane RS, those without the 'Cup' pack (LSD, suspension changes) took a significant hit on values and were much harder to sell on..
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Post by Andy G » Mon Nov 09, 2020 11:39 pm

You cant spend £40k on a Yaris! ffs :damnfunny :damnfunny :damnfunny
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Post by Rosssco » Tue Nov 10, 2020 9:49 am

People seem happy enough to pay £40k for a Golf with essentially the same formula, except made from generic VAG parts..

It looks like the price of the Yaris will be around the £35k at most for most specifications.
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Post by graeme » Tue Nov 10, 2020 10:02 am

Andy G wrote:
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You cant spend £40k on a Yaris! ffs :damnfunny :damnfunny :damnfunny
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Re: Yaris GR Thoughts ?

Post by Rosssco » Tue Nov 10, 2020 10:08 am

Receiving some pretty respectable feedback so far..

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/to ... -uk-review
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Post by Andy G » Tue Nov 10, 2020 2:04 pm

not quite so taken aback by its pricing now Ive read the story behind it - good to see a homologation special and thank f*** it appears to be nothing like any other Yaris
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Post by ClarkyBoy » Tue Nov 10, 2020 3:37 pm

But it is still a Yaris. 😂
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Re: Yaris GR Thoughts ?

Post by Tim S » Tue Nov 10, 2020 4:40 pm

Hi everyone - long time no see for most of you

This Yaris has totally met Toyota's objectives - if it can get people on an Elise forum debating whether they might buy a Toyota then result!
Personally...really wishing I could find an opportunity to have a go in one. Actually looks like a proper sports car that's relevant to our crappy roads and everyday lives - just why Scoobies were so popular

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Re: Yaris GR Thoughts ?

Post by Rosssco » Tue Nov 10, 2020 5:57 pm

Quotes shamelessly ripped from a PH post:

Top Gear: "The GR Yaris is superb - the best Toyota we've ever driven." 10 out of 10.

Autocar: "All-paw Yaris might be the most exciting addition to the hot hatchback market in a decade. Wickedly purposeful, and wonderfully evocative of fast 4x4s of old." 5 stars out of 5. (Car is also the cover star of the print edition and across six pages inside).

EVO: "A true homologation superstar - Toyota's new road-going rally special is a great drivers' car of the type we worried we'd never see again. It's a little gem." 5 stars out of 5.

The Daily Telegraph:"This sensational special project takes the hot hatchback crown". 5 stars out of 5.

Auto Express: "Look beyond the price because the Toyota GR Yaris is no ordinary Yaris. Instead it's a car that will be written about and cherished by enthusiasts for many years to come." 4.5 stars out of 5.

Pistonheads: "Christmas has come early. It's brilliant!" (Pistonheads does not awards stars or scores).

Complete Car: "Toyota, with almost no back catalogue to call upon in the hot hatchback department previously, dangles the H-bomb of 'homologation' in front of us and then delivers a performance three-door for the ages in the blistered, brilliant form of the GR Yaris. Buckle up for what must surely be one of the most sublime on-road fast cars of recent years - size irrespective." 5 stars out of 5.

Motoring Research / Yahoo! News / (this will also appear on the huge-audience MSN Cars in the coming hours): "Toyota took its next WRC race car, then made it road legal. The result is the bespoke and ballistic GR Yaris - our hot hatchback of the year." (MR does not award stars or scores).

Yes Auto (video): "It really does feel like a very special car and they're only making a few thousand of these so jump on it, because once they're gone, they're gone. Such exploitable, accessible performance! It's just...very, very, very good. It's really special." (YA does not award stars or scores).

DriveTribe (video): "One of the most special cars I've driven in the last three years. It's phenominal! Yes I know I've spoiled the entire video by telling you it's good, but...just look at it!" (DT does not award stars or scores).

Johnny Smith's Late Brake Show (video): "I've got to be honest, I think it's going to be a classic as soon as it comes out because of the lengths they've gone to to make this so faithful as a road-rally car. You're buying a car that's rally-bred. I really love it." (JS does not award stars or scores).
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