My Vios is an auto-transmission car and I've been driving it
20mths now.
I chose Vios because it was good value-for-money, powerful,
well-known for good FC and reliable (becoz it's Japanese and
Toyota). All practical, economical reasons for my decision. So far,
my FC has been consistently 13-14.5km/l and yes, I do enjoy the
power when I need it.
However, ever since a relative got her March and having test driven
it a few times, I've fallen in love with the smooth, understated
elegance and cuteness of the car. It stands out proud and elegant
amongst the crowd of Vioses, Altises and Hondas in any car park. It
never fails to catch my eye whenever a March whizzes along the
expressway alongside mine; whatever the color.
The cute, front lamps, bright, radiant colours, cheeky curvey
shape, regal height of the car all work together to command
attention. Having sat in it, I've found that all fixtures and
fittings are very well-placed and reasonably thought through. The
ceiling cabin lamp is fitted within easy reach of the driver; the
broad and wide dashboard area gives good space for tissue boxes or
sunglasses. The shelf beneath the steering wheel lets you place car
park coupon books or folded umbrella. The cabinet is wide enough to
place necessities.
The texture of the seats scream of quality and high-class
sophistication. The ability to easily fold down the backseats to
enlarge the boot is also so sensible. Not to mention the wide
legroom for front passenger.
Just like what you mentioned, Shooting_cloud, the steering is sooo
smooth and easy that it's clearly a lady's car. All these factors
have been tugging at my heartstrings and I'm just so near to
deciding to sell off my Vios to get a March. *shy smile* So much
for all the sensible reasons for retaining the Vios.
I'm now waiting for the end of the lockin period or when the loan
interest rates drops. When that comes, I want a red beanie and I
want it to standout amongst the sea of Vioses, Altises and Hondas.
hahaha..
