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Old 09-08-2013, 09:27 PM
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Yes, it's in desperate need of a turbo or two or maybe a bit of nitrous.

 

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Wow, The rubber band didn't even pop off..... LOL. I have a friend with a Yaris..Over 150K and no problems..I think it has only been washed once.
 
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The yellow porsche is scared after watching that video!
 
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Old 09-08-2013, 11:19 PM
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That's cool Anthony. Just added a grocery getter here also. Turbo already added. 2013 VW Jetta sport wagon TDI with the DSG 6 speed automatic . 140 hp and 236 lbs/ft torque. I think it is about 9.6 sec 0 to 60. First fill up it averaged 33.8 mpg and second 34.92 and that is around town. We are hoping for 45+ on the highway.

Easley 15 and I are planning to drive down to Clayton GA to give you guys some support next Saturday for the 1/2 mile event. Thinking about trying to get a few more Crossfires and make a GTG out of it. Can you, John or Steve give us some more info about when to get there, food and drink options at the site and if we will be able to park with you guys.Thanks
 
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Easley 15 and I are planning to drive down to Clayton GA to give you guys some support next Saturday for the 1/2 mile event. Thinking about trying to get a few more Crossfires and make a GTG out of it. Can you, John or Steve give us some more info about when to get there, food and drink options at the site and if we will be able to park with you guys.Thanks
I saw the post in the thread yesterday, but I had to leave shortly after and didn't get a chance to respond.

I'll assemble some info for you and post in the other thread
 
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Originally Posted by grip grip
Yes, it's in desperate need of a turbo or two or maybe a bit of nitrous.
All I can think about is that picture of Steve in the Yaris. LMFAO
 
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Thanks John I will look for it.
 
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Originally Posted by JHM2K
All I can think about is that picture of Steve in the Yaris. LMFAO
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Default Re: Our new-to-us Yaris launching in the driveway

I'll bet the neighbors had a sigh of relief when the Yaris showed up in the driveway......no more open pipes, tire squeel, clouds of smoking tires.


Could always see if this one will make it to market. Yaris Hybrid R version Rated at 400hp.

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Old 09-09-2013, 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by SparkieSRT6
I'll bet the neighbors had a sigh of relief when the Yaris showed up in the driveway......no more open pipes, tire squeel, clouds of smoking tires.


Could always see if this one will make it to market. Yaris Hybrid R version Rated at 400hp.

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Their biggest sigh if relief was when Steve put his shirt back on and I hosed off the seat.
 

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Off with the hudcaps and on with some decent wheels. I think that's about it for this thing.

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The new wheels actually make this "pocket rocket" somewhat stand out. A great looking car doesn't always need to be a "tire smoker".
 
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needs more low!
 
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Originally Posted by dedwards0323
The new wheels actually make this "pocket rocket" somewhat stand out. A great looking car doesn't always need to be a "tire smoker".
It's very economical, and that was one of the most important factors in it's purchase.

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needs more low!
1 1/2" lowering springs are only $100 shipped off ebay.
 
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Old 01-10-2014, 12:03 PM
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My daughter had a little bit of a fender-bender in the Yaris last night. Luckily she's not badly injured and the little car held up well. Actually, it's still drivable so I'll likely pull the bumper cover, strighten the hood a little, and let her drive it until it's repaired. Kid's gotta get to work, and I'm no Taxi.

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WE had a 07 wracked 2 times in front, last time totaled, have a 2010 hit in rear, in shop now
 
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WOh! Glad she's ok.
 
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Sorry to hear that Anthony and glad she is ok. I am sure you will get it repaird and on the road for half of what the body shop would charge. That's your MO
 
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OUCH! That had to hurt. Put one those PIT maneuver's bumpers on that little baby. Next time the damage will be on them...
 
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Old 01-11-2014, 12:13 AM
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Originally Posted by texas t
WE had a 07 wracked 2 times in front, last time totaled, have a 2010 hit in rear, in shop now
Damn, these things must be wreck-magnets.

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WOh! Glad she's ok.
Thanks, she's fine.

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Sorry to hear that Anthony and glad she is ok. I am sure you will get it repaird and on the road for half of what the body shop would charge. That's your MO
I think this one may be a little too much for me to sort out, but I might give it a shot.

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OUCH! That had to hurt. Put one those PIT maneuver's bumpers on that little baby. Next time the damage will be on them...
Damn thing could definitely use some HD steel bumpers.
 


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