why did they stop starlet turbos at 1999?

[eggy790]

as above..

they should have created some newer models!

[hill_bill10]

the yaris took over

[Mikey Jay]

As said, the Starlet was superceeded by the Yaris, in both the European and Japanese markets

(although in Japan it's called a Vitz, not a Yaris, I think?)

[paulgtt]

Isn't there a yaris turbo available in japan? can't see it being as quick as a starlet turbo tho ;)

[eggy790]

never seen a yaris turbo.. whats the spec on them?

[nic1.3]

i guess that toyota wanted to create a new model that was more inkeeping with their long term design strategy

anyway the starlet name had been around longer then myself (its been in use since the 70's i believe), i guess they though in their infinite wisdom that it was time for a more 21st century name.

ALSO would you drive in a 2008 or whatever year starlet turbo if it looked like a yaris I wouldnt... the design doesn't inspire me to name it a starlet...

by the above statement i mean no offense to anyone currently owning a yaris...i have seen sum tastely modded ones and these are very nice imo

[Mikey Jay]

Isn't it a 1.5 turbo or something, unless I'm thinking of the new Yaris turbo that's not out yet.....

(or something like that)

[paulgtt]

Im sure the turbo one is called a vitz rs or something like that. 1.5 litre with about 150bhp I think.

[nic1.3]

ok ive learnt my lesson...they probably do go lighting fast but theyre 2 roundy and bubly for my taste

[paulgtt]

they arent as fast as a starbo. agree with u on the styling tho, most newer cars look the same as each other really.

[Joey]

I happen to think Yaris' are quite nice tbh ;)

[ste91]

I happen to think Yaris' are quite nice tbh ;)

that's because you're a woman ;)

[eggy790]

anyone imported these over then?

Japan

The Japanese Vitz RS (European Yaris T-Sport) was introduced in 2001 and was powered by a 1.5 L (108 hp) engine, shared with the Echo, Vios, as well as the Scion xA. The 1.5 L T Sport was marketed as 'more fun to drive' than the base models because of a sportier suspension and extra power compared to the 1.3 L (90 hp) model. Later, the Vitz RS was modified by TRD (Toyota Racing Developments), and was fitted with a turbo-charger. A limited run was produced with a power output of around 120 kW (180 bhp) and a 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) time of just 7 seconds.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Vitz

[Joey]

that's because you're a woman ;)

meh! not just the reason ;)

lol

[ste91]

I think the mk1 Yaris looks alright, the mk2 is hideous.

[SiCaln]

anyone imported these over then?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Vitz

no nor could they, becuase sva laws require a model report for cars under ten years old and as far as i know there isnt one, spose they cudv brought em over before the change in legislation back in early 06 but doubt it as cost of car would prob still be high

[Lukey_B]

hey Si, this may sound stupid... but you can import a car over ten years old WITHOUT a "model report" (what are these by the way?) does that law stand for ANY car? im curious because my mate wanted to bring an old Dodge Charger over before-

Cheers

Luke

[Mikey Jay]

that's because you're a woman ;)

You're not wrong there ;)

Quite like the newest shape Yaris though ;)

[SiCaln]

yea thats right mate, still needs an mot tho and also u will need to tax it if under 25yrs old

i want an old 'Stang and Vik wants a Charger/Challenger (cant make up her mind)

[Mikey Jay]

Get me a Mustang too Si if you're bringing one over ;) ;)

Or an old Camaro

[SiCaln]

they dont all turn into modern camaros u know!!!

[Mikey Jay]

Someone's been watching Transformers lately ;)

Nah, old skool ones are better

[SiCaln]

Someone's been watching Transformers nightly ;)

how did u know?! have u been in my room again?!

[Mikey Jay]

Damn, foiled again! ;) ;)

[Joey]

so thats where you keep running off to is it?

lol