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I still have the 00 SSEi for when I need something with more than 134HP.

This is my new daily driver. '12 Corolla S in Nautical Blue.

The thing is quite loaded with autodimming rear view mirror, sunroof, stability control, 6 speaker audio etc. I got 36MPG on a short trip recently, but in the city, I am around 31mpg which is a hell of a lot better than the SSEi.

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Car looks great. I'm diggin that color! :beerchug:
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Post by LeSabre in Buffalo »

Looks good! Enjoy it!

Probably does better in the city than my Cruze, since my Cruze is a fat 3000 lb pig of a compact. Yours is what, 2600 lbs?
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For economy these aren't bad. And the S package makes them look decent too. Not my ideal DD but I can see where it would save a TON of money...
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The bad news is that Toyota hasn't updated that design in forever aside from cosmetics. The good news is that it's dead-nuts reliable, and parts are everywhere since it's been around in that same form since forever.

That should break 40 mpg on the highway with gentle driving.
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Can't go wrong with a 'Yota! I like that color and those rims! Sharp car!
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Liking the color! All you really need for the daily commute I suppose. Gotta love those MPG's.
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Post by Saturn Simon »

Not really my thing to be honest, but I'm sure it will serve you well and it is a heck of a lot better looking than the European Toyota Auris.

That is a great choice of colour too. :)
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