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Old 28-03-2007, 12:59 PM   #31
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I like the corollas but the main problem for me was the size of the car. I think its getting a bit on the small side for what i need. mid size cars are the smallest I will go considering I take 4-5 people around regularly. But I will look into them as they seem to be well priced. Also, having good low-mid range down torque is a must.
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Old 28-03-2007, 01:14 PM   #32
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I like the corollas but the main problem for me was the size of the car. I think its getting a bit on the small side for what i need. mid size cars are the smallest I will go considering I take 4-5 people around regularly. But I will look into them as they seem to be well priced. Also, having good low-mid range down torque is a must.
The Corolla only has 4 real seat belts which is a real bummer... Size wise I think you would be suprised at how much room there is in the Corolla. The Honda is a good choice, for me the Corolla wasnt my main car it was just a Toy. If it was to be me my only family car I would buy the Honda.
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Old 28-03-2007, 01:17 PM   #33
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The Corolla only has 4 real seat belts which is a real bummer... Size wise I think you would be suprised at how much room there is in the Corolla. The Honda is a good choice, for me the Corolla wasnt my main car it was just a Toy. If it was to be me my only family car I would buy the Honda.
Yes thats the key issue here with me. I need it to be a daily family commuter. Had it not been for that issue, I would be going for something more radical.

My mate has a corolla ascent he bought new for his mrs and he reckons its an excellent car. I think they are too. I would look at getting one for my mrs too if she didnt have a thing for Mazdas at the moment. :
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Old 28-03-2007, 06:18 PM   #34
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my daughter has one for sale in mint cond very low ks silver in color and auto call 0413 617 131
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Old 28-03-2007, 09:13 PM   #35
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IMO, Toyota's 3.5L V6 2GR-FE engine is so much better than the one in the Euro.
Just look at the number of models having that engine.

2005 Toyota Avalon
2006 Toyota Aurion
2006 Toyota RAV4 V6
2006 Toyota Estima V6
2007 Toyota Previa V6
2007 Toyota Tarago V6
2007 Toyota Camry V6
2007 Lexus ES 350
2007 Lexus RX 350
2008 Toyota Kluger
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Old 28-03-2007, 09:25 PM   #36
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i bought a crv new in 02 ,as a family car (has the same motor as euro just detuned)it had 112 000 klm's on it when i got rid of it never had a problem with it .
got a euro a couple of times as a loan car and thought it great ! for what it is!! six speed is a sweet gearbox too!
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