There are cars that you fight for like a loyal dog. there are cars that fight for you. There are cars that even when they are hurting are relentless in there devotion to you. There are cars that bring hard steady stability to a household and career.There are cars that beg for a little help so they can lend you a very heavy hand. There are cars that guard your household from recessions and turbulance. There are cars that you feel. came into your life and we're built to fight for you. and take you all the way. It's hard, for me very hard. To think of any car, that hits those marks like an echo. It deserves our devotion.
"There are cars that even when they are hurting are relentless in their devotion to you". Couldn't have some up my 90 Geo Metro any better. Slipping clutch (although the clutch has less than 10k on it, dont know what's up with that), both CV axles are shot, almost no suspension, both front wheel bearings, passenger ball joint is getting loose (can feel it in corners/curves), transmission is shot (1st+2nd gear bearings, third gear is missing teeth, and now 5th gears is whining at me), both axle seals ripped when doing my clutch (pouring gear oil out almost as fast as you can put it in), water pump is about to fail, radiator has a whole 2x3 inch section of the fins missing (seems to be common as all the junkyard metros are the same, but mine doesnt overheat yet...), radiator just started a pin hole leak, starter starting (HA) to go bad), my headlight switch just failed on me, almost no suspension to be had, rust in the wheel arches and a couple of small holes on the driver floorboard, paint completely oxidized, probably about to snap the timing belt, leaking exhaust manifold gasket. It's a shorter list to say what's NOT wrong with the car, but she just tractors along every day like nothing is wrong at all! Just to be clear, I normally maintain my cars pretty well, this one was just meant to be a throwaway - and at this point, it's a smarter financial decision to buy another one in better condition, pull the motor out of this one (just about the only good part on the whole car), and keep it as a spare. I never planned to keep it more than a couple months, but here we are 3 years later... Alas, it's a hard life as a pizza delivery car. Actually hoping to pick up an 01 Echo here in a few days.
Cars are alive and breathing. My Toyota suspension failed on me driving off the parking lot. It could of failed on me while driving but it kept fighting until I was safe. I had no insurance and if the suspension failed on my driving I would of caused major car wreck and landed in jail. I'm planning on rebuilding the whole suspension and putting a long travel suspension for off road fun.
I got a 2000 Echo as a Freebie off of Craigslist with 171,000 miles on it. It had been rolled over and laid upside down for 3 hours and the engine locked up. I went and worked on it for about 2 hours and drove it home. I took the plugs out, cranked the engine over and let the oil shoot out of the plug holes, and put new plugs back in and drove the car home. I now have 173,445 miles on it, Im happy with the 39mpg. (I did have to change 2 sensors)
It's a hand-me-down commuter. My dad had it for a 100-mile one-way commute he drove five days a week until 2006. Then I took over at 320,527 miles. She's currently sitting at around 466,000 miles or so. Since since video, there's been some evolving. I even created a Facebook page for the car, as to separate it from my own feed. It's just "Pheobe the Echo" in the search bar, and gives different info, pics, etc. from time to time.
It's miles. We've had the car since February 2000, and I swear on my car, my dog, and my life the engine went to 475,000 until the rods started knocking. My dad used it to commute 200 miles a day five days a week from 2000 to 2006. By that time it had 320,527 miles, at which point it was passed down to me. No odometer/speedometer is perfect, so with the gearing difference of 185/60/14 tires as opposed to 175/65/14's, it MIGHT have been off by 5,000 to 6,000 miles-- at most. When you're looking at 475,000 miles, it's a small trifle to say "well, it might ONLY be 469,000." The engine was replaced with a 35,000 mile 2006 Scion xB engine-- same thing. A number of these engines have passed 400k. I've driven a parts runner that was beat to hell (a salvage and in way worse condition than mine) that had 400k+ and it still ran like a trooper engine wise. There's a Yaris in Florida that was running 450k because the guy is a medical courier. And there are others. That doesn't mean I think all of them can make it-- given enough abuse any engine will shit the bed, and Toyota engines aren't all bullet proof like some owners/buyers thing. A great number of them were sludge-mongers. The 1NZ-FE, though, is one I stand by for at least 250,000 miles with ease.
The Echo is a reliable no frills car that just gets you to where you want to go on the cheap. My 01 has 180K on it and it doesn't use a drop of oil between oil changes and runs just like the day I first bought it in 2002. I get 50 mpg in the summer and 40 winter. A great car imo
My echo has 331k miles and I love it! I bought the car with 300k for a thousand bucks thinking I could use it as a beater for a few months but now id never dream of getting rid of it. I actually rolled it about a month ago (it really doesn't have the handling of a similar car) but luckily it landed on all 4 wheels and I was able to just drive it home after I got pulled out of the ditch and the way it drives remained the same as before I rolled it, aside from some dents and scratches haha
@SmallT2 I love reading things like this, you are a person who truly knows value and quality! It's nice to see people like you still exist in speed means everything world, thanks for being a real car enthusiast!!!
I have an 03 2-dr ECho 5spd with approx. 90K . I've seen a few with right around 300k and still going. I can get 50mpg if I keep it under 70mph. It's an easy 46mpg driving how ever I want. If it's all city I get 43mpg. I love the echo and will never be without one.
unforutnately I have an auto, but I get amazing mileage, even when I drive like a moron. I've gotten 50 plus and yes U.S. mpg. The car has crap for suspension but being a light car its fun to toss around. And I can get in and out of traffic pretty good with it being small and light. I like it. Being paid off it pays for itself with the low maintainance and gas mileage.
I’ve got a 2001 5 speed. It’s at 316,000 kms 17 years old, I bought it new. Love this car! The body looks good, but a few things are starting to go. I’m on windshield #3. The engine purrs, a powerful little car, reliable, I get 700 kms per 40 liter tank of gas.
I bought one brand new in April 2000 and it had almost 400,000 miles before it started smoking blue smoke and I traded it in for a 2 door Honda Accord which was equally tough and reliable.
Just got a 2003 with 162000 on it but now I really don’t feel bad about that many miles! And they are fun to drive as well . I plan at this point to find another one eventually and buy it as well .
Have a 2000 Echo, with standard, 282k miles and plan 100k more. Great fuel economy, nice instrument display, car drives good, and nice turn radius. Engine runs like new. The Yaris makeover of the Echo shrank the cabin for Federal rollover and side impact standards. My 6 foot 2 inch tall broad shouldered frame doesn't fit in the Yaris so I'll stay with the Echo. The instrument display was odd for a week but now I feel most small cars should center mount their instruments.
Just thought I'd chime in. I currently have a 2000 Toyota echo as well. Very basic car but an awesome one. I currently have 418000 Miles on the motor and still going strong. Love this car. I also read about a courier who had over 500,000 miles on his and it was still going strong.
I just got my 2005 echo hatchback from my friend, its got 239000km on it and I think the world of it. No ac no power steering manual, i wouldn't trade it for anything except a lambo ;D
@rowsdower12 Nope, just a hand-me-down commuter. Got her at 320,527 miles and she's now at 421k. The '03's were nice for the foglights, little chrome trim, 15" wheels, and more interior colors. Some even changed the gauges to have a tach (for those who care:p). But in looking at the little designs of the older Echo, you'll see they softened a lot of lines up to fit more popular design cues. Most anything with a 1NZ-FE makes me grin a little bit, though.
I don't understand how, some people can say Toyotas are the longest lasting cars out there! My job requires me to drive ALL AROUND my city...and, believe me, I BARELY see any old Toyotas on the road. Mainly..., I see old Chevys, Fords and, Dodge all over the place! However..., I DO see more old Nissans and, Hondas on the road than, Toyotas. ;-)
@deaddollzombies Very true. The biggest upside of the Smart of the new Scion iQ (I've checked both out) is the parking. Those Smart transmissions are dog slow if you ever watch them pull away from a light. At least the iQ is a CVT-- hell for an enthusiast or someone in hilly terrain, but it won't shift slowly or jolty. Hell, it just won't shift! It's also amazing how the Echo resale is compared to other Toyota's. So underrated.
That's awesome. I have an 03 which I liked the design better. no not pretty but...owning one I started to like the earlier models (yours) too. I guess I like the quirky design. I agree, this car is a tank. One reason is they are so simple, less stuff to go wrong. But the engine itself is a tanker. I'm surprised it starts up considering the way I drive it. Good video. I don't think i'll keep my car for that long.
I would like to point out that this car now has a new transmission and catalytic converter (the original piping had been smashed in, so it now breathes freer). The sound from the rear license plate is now uploaded on my profile.
@djkenny No under seat storage on Yari, or anyt other cars in the class. I wasn't too keen on the new set-up of Yaris storage anyway. Some of the spaces are tighter or in odd positions, and the plastic didn't feel quite as substantial (more fragile now).
Doubt what? Yes, I still have it. The original engine went out in 2014 or so with 475,000 miles. It had a rod knock starting, so it was replaced with an xB engine with 35k miles or so on it. The body is super close to 600,000 miles now. California Central Valley: minimal if any salt. Seen the coast a little bit, and the Sierra (where it's sand, not salt) so it's pretty solid still. My dad bought it in 2000, put commuted 200 miles a day/five days a week for a bit over six years (plus visiting my grandparents in Nevada some weekends) totalling 320,000 miles on it, and I've been driving it since he handed it down to me in 2006. Can't put a price on knowing where a car has been, so never letting it go. I've either replaced or upgraded a lot of it over the years, but the body is mostly unchanged. Headlights and one tail-light (cracked one). It's easier to list what hasn't changed: Starter motor, fuel pump, power steering pump/rack, control arms (new bushings for control arms and steering rack, though), front subframe, and radiator. Even the turn signal (replaced), wiper stalks (intermittent off Corolla), and sunvisors (Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Matrix for sliding feature) have been changed. Changed my fuel tank and evap canister a few months ago. The body is way better than our 2003 with 286,000 miles and its first two years in Boston. I've already snapped the head off an alternator bolt, so I'm afraid to touch much else. Would rather buy an entire engine and tranny for it at that point :p The car has a Facebook page (link on the FB profile) if you'd like to see the evolution over the years.
@@hduncan2587 I've been following this video for a loonnngggg time. Glad you still have the Echo. I have a 2009 Yaris. Hope to keep it as long as you're keeping your Echo.....
@RegularCars Well, we kept up with maintenance. Given my dad put the first 300k on and didn't drive it like I do, but even 120k with just me and those miles already on shows it can go forever. Some don't make it that far, but there are far more that keep going just like it. I drove a really banged up, salvaged Echo with 300k and the engine was still damned strong even though everything else felt fragile and half fallen-off.
397.8k miles as of yesterday, but it's 639,000 km roughly. And yeah, it's still doing everything I like it to do. Still no sports car, but fun enough for what it is. Goes in for transmission/clutch work on 2/11/10.
bought 1 for a job that was 2 hrs a day drive time. never had a problem. only thing is unlike my suv it is not comfortable to drive. Almost like a go cart. lol
My '01 has 266k and still trips the speed limiter at 110mph thanks to a 5-speed and TRD high-perf clutch. Stupidest looking car EVER, but so cool. Bought it new and had it 15 years now, even after three MAJOR accidents(the last one in '14 totaled it). Rebuilt using angle irons and bolts to replace bumper ,mount, frame rafter, and lower core support. Keep waiting for it to finally die, but she's a trooper.
I wish to get a Echo and keep it like you have. Replace every broken part out of the massive Toyota parts bin since they all work together like legos. With a bit of elbow grease and some hackery, these cars will last forever. Make sure to cover all unpainted metal with thick grease every season.
Just engine. Second tranny (replaced with a third shortly after this video). Second clutch. Shocks and struts in the video were original, too, but have also mercilessly been replaced. I didn't know what i was missing.
@djkenny Yaris three-door hatchback isn't far off. You get standard A/C and power steering unlike Echo, but most had PS anyway. You'd also get standard side curtain air-bags. Oddly the very basic Yaris doesn't have a radio. The Mazda2 isn't far off as a "stripper" either.
@hduncan2587 Yeah, I didn't get the one with the tac. Then again I have a 2 door as well and that's consider the "base" model of the two options. As the options list is bigger for the 4-door especially the 03-05 models. Well, that's a lot of miles for a hand me down but hey, its a reliable car so not a bad deal. I wish I had back country road to play around. I have to travel a little bit further for that. Best of luck and great videos!
@ See Rider: Wouldn't be able to tell you. Outside of going to superbriteled's website or just getting the OE replacements from the dealer, I can't think of any. A lot has changed since this video. There's a video on my channel called "Echo interior/bulb removal" to see how to replace the cluster bulbs, and "Classic Plates and Original Gauge Color" would show you the meaning of OE color.
i just purchased a 2000 toyota echo with 59,000 clean tittle one owner and i was wondering if you could help me i have those ugly plastic cladding on the side skirts and wanted to know if i take them off would i have any holes or no side skirts any more ?
I don't know why but I always wanted a echo, since time has passed I was never able to find out. instead I bought a scion Xa then a xb ( would have kept but got into a wreck with @150k miles) now I'm on a mission to either buy another xa but kinda want the xb. my current car is a mazda 2003 protege lx
There are ways to put Scion pieces on the Echo as upgrades. Seats, rear suspension, etc. That's where I've been going for the last few years for a little bit more spunk. Some even go as far as the Scion transmission (300lbs less, and a shorter final drive). You may look into a first gen Mazda3 2.3L manual. Decent drive, nice interior compared to the Scion's or Protege. Might cost a bit more, but worth it. My current job puts me in a number of vehicles (good and bad-- it's delivering for a wholesale auto auction), and the Mazda3 is one of those cars I'd definitely consider for myself. Others are the Miata, Magnum SRT8 (drives way better than the weight would suggest, same with Flex Ecoboost AWD), and Fiesta ST (not a fan of the Focus ST). As much as I've done for the Echo, there's no making it what the newer vehicles were. Don't get me wrong, I'm still amazed how capable it has been even now. But feeling the flex of a worn out chassis, the rattles of some older hard plastic pieces that litter the interior, getting into most the subcompacts now is enlightening (though they have their own shortcomings). Coming out of some of the performance or luxury vehicles, somehow my Echo can still put a smile on my face, so at least there's that.
You should listen to some of the latest videos from the front bumper and rear bumper. In some ways I wish I had manual steering-- it's lighter weight for the car, and the car isn't heavy to begin with so you really don't need it. In those times my batteries are dead (door ajar, lights left on, whatever) it's actually a pleasure to push compared to some of the other vehicles.
2000. An early 2000, which is also important since later in the 2000 model year there were slight changes. Such little changes on later '00's included better/larger brakes (I'm putting 2005's on when I can afford it-- disks and calipers) and possibly the larger front anti-roll bar that the Scion xA, xB and all later Echoes shared. It'll be a step up for mine, so I don't mind. It'll be mated with poly bushings all around and go with my xA rear beam and rear anti-rollbar. You'd be amazed how many little things change among the years or months of these things. Even an HVAC switch.
@hduncan2587 It is a fine car. I have owned it since 92, when bought in CA and recently brought to Oregon.I have invested a few grand to get the mechanical tip top. Lots of new parts, front rotors, pads, bearings, new cat converter, 02 sensor, exhaust, turbo and clutch were replaced less than 55k ago. I saw one for $4800 with less new parts recently and only a little less miles. I am selling it for $4500. hard to find these cars, especially ones that will easily go over 400k.
It's in the description. We've had it since new in 2000 (10 years this week). The engine itself is original, as is suspension.Transmission is going to be replaced this week for the second time, but it's not like it's babied much. And yes, American vehicles do it too. I never eluded that they can't. My brother has a Suburban with over 270k on it, and my neighbor had roughly that much on his Silverado until it hit black ice. Somewhere there's a Silverado with over one-million miles.
I honestly don't know. In reality I'd likely only get 17.3@81 out of her, but when Echoes were new the manual models would run the quarter around the 16.5 mark, and 0-60 in 8.4-8.5 seconds depending on where you go for tests. For me the launch isn't perfect-- I worry too much about bogging, ruining the clutch or tires, or the new transaxle that's since been installed. Not really sure how heavy my car actually is, but a crash diet of things I no longer need (A/C) would be nice.
Hey Echo owners, I have a question. With the non intermittent wipers, when you spray the washer fluid by pulling the lever back, do the wiper arms move or no?
@nickelwindow53 I'd have to see which Corolla you are talking about, and can go more into what i thought of the last generation (we have one in the family) and the newer one. As far as whether the Yaris was the right car to buy-- it just depends on your needs and how the car does for you over the long haul. Any car enthusiast will say that a car, especially the cheapest ones, are never an investment. It's never really going to gain worth unless it's a true classic, and that takes time.
@subzeromr69er I wouldn't say the best per se, but to each they're own. I like cars as the individuals. In any case, the new Yaris SE is more than body kits and leather-wrapped interior trim. The suspension is tuned for more sport, the wheels larger, and the four-wheel disks have my mouth watering. Both Car&Driver and Motor Trend find the manual Yaris SE somewhat fun! That one letter makes a much bigger difference then just an "S" badge like the Corolla and old Yaris have.
Right now my sensors are miss fireing. But they are holding. I'm thinking of getting an electronic bike. so to reduce monthly gasoline to 40 dollars. Ideally I like to reduce miles driven on my echo from 800 miles too 200 miles monthly. Just weekends. During work week use the electronic bike. Here in Hollywood Florida. 80 percent of my work is within 15 miles. But I want even that to go down. I'm 45. And I'm entering the retirement red zone. Where I need to be saving 500 to 700 monthly to retire 55. My echo is 220,000 miles.
Hello Harvey...you swapped your Echo engine for a newer one, right!? Well, I'm in the process of doing the very same thing. My mechanic has told me that the engine will have to be of the same year. Because, the ECU is not the same & or the timing chain is also not the same. Or something else will be off. Is this true? How did you do it? Because, as you know this things hit you inadvertently. I don't want to buy an engine that will not work with the ECU I already have. See, I found an engine of a newer year. Please, when you have the time, let me know how you did it. Whats the scoop on the beautiful Echo. Thank you!
My engine was out of a 2006 xB, so that shouldn't be an issue. The biggest changes I know of from the Yaris and the Echo were the intake manifold/throttle body were different, and the main pulley (since the power steering went to electrically assisted, no need for the second belt). Yaris also (eventually) went to a metal dipstick which is nice. The ECU in your car will be fine. When a new engine is put in, usually they're sold without the intake manifold, etc. The ECU in an xB is indeed not the same as a 2000 Echo, but when I had the engine put in, it still worked with my 2000 Echo harness. It's the ECU plugs that changed, not the business end in the bay. Another reason I know the harness will be fine is my Corolla throttle body. The DIY was for an xB, and the DIY still worked for my Echo. Things like the injection, VVTi, MAF, throttle position, etc. all worked. Yes, i had a shop do it, but they didn't have any issues either.
Sound, feel, and knowing where my gears end or there abouts. This video is sooooo old, before I really learned how much it could do. I was probably shifting 2,500-3,000rpm below the limiter. Stock, they run out of pull around 6,000rpm, limiter around 6400-6500 depending where you look. Everytime I revert from my cold air intake to the stock airbox, it's choked noticeably.
Far from. Oooold video, dude. Original engine got a rod knock around 475k, but it's not like I was easy on it. Cheaper out not getting full synthetic didn't help. Body has 554,000, and has all sorts of handling mods.
It's all about condition and preferences. A stock Echo with quiet, soft tires and in good shape could be fine for you, but if it's on the wrong tires, has bad bearings, etc. then like anything it could be hateful. My car has been modified so long with stiffer suspension, larger wheels with larger tires, and an exhaust and intake, that I can't usually remember how it was stock. I drove a 183,000 mile manual sedan for work about a month and a half ago, and it reminded me how comfortable and quick they were stock... but the body roll is the main thing I also remembered, so don't regret the change there. All said, it should be fine. I drive modern subcompacts and compacts often for work, and the Echo seems to meet or even exceed a number of them for road/tire noise in most regards over the same respective route. Wind noise and a little bit of transmission whine (apparently there's some straight gears in there) are the things you'd most notice. A modern Coyote 5.0 Mustang is far more drony in top gear on the freeway, and cars like the Golf, ILX and Civic are also quite loud for thuds and whirring from the tires.
@hduncan2587 do they have those nifty under seat storage compartments? I also would not want to spend over 9 grand for any new car. I certainly don't want a Hyundai or Kia (the gas mileage is not so great on those anyway). Echos were great cause you could skip any extras. I suppose with strong negotiation skills one could get a stripped new Yaris for about 9k. They had Mazda 3's, prior generation kick ass ones in 2007 for 10 grand... that would have been a cool fun car with great MPGs.
@hduncan2587 I think I will find a clean low packaged low mileage 2002-2004 Echo instead when I decide to sell my Turbo 87 Sprint. The storage under the seat would be great for my DJ stuff... headphones and what have you.
You have to see for yourself. Height and weight mean nothing. You could be all torso, all leg, etc. I'm 6' with a 32" inseam, so I'm mostly torso. My brother is 6' with a 36" inseam, and his knees are near the dash. It's always about proportions, always.
its no big deal. american cars get much higher milage all the time. my question is how many engines and transmissions you go through? and how many before you owned it?
@djkenny Ah dude, those are such rare little sleepers, though! There's one putting around my town with 400k+ miles, and I think it's awsome. Not perfect cars, and won't be as comfortable as the Echo, but just cool. How much are you selling it for just for the sake of asking.
@nebulae87 It's a shame everyone seems to see this one and not the others. I just uploaded her climbing up a mountain pass (mostly in second gear) while hitting 415k.
+no map Nope. In the U.S. we had standard body color bumpers, unlike Canada. I mean the little plastic extensions all around the bottom. The skirts, flares, etc. auto.samondeo.com/images1/toyota-echo-1.jpg
Harvey Duncan oh ok theres also this version of echo this is what i meant media.wheels.ca/vehicles/1040/718522/2005-Toyota-Echo-718522-1-sm.jpg not really into those back and front grey bumper lol
@jjason23296 Check your own "facts." You may be thinking of the Chevy Aveo, or the Suzuki Forenza, Reno, or Verona. Those vehicles were indeed rebadged Daewoos (not the Aerio-- that was a Suzuki-built vehicle). Daewoo is a GM owned brand, which has nothing to do with Toyota save for the few times they work together on vehicles like Vibe and old Corolla/Prizm models. The closest the Yaris has gotten to being a rebadge was the Daihatsu Charade. And some Yarii already have past 400k.
@subzeromr69er You have to realize that I'm an automotive enthusiast with a very wide spectrum, and recognize the good and bad of ALL objectively. I've seen shoddy build quality of a 2005 Toyota with the interior panel-gaps, misaligned doors, and a sun visor falling off with a mere 95k miles. Blind loyalty for any brand is a celebration of ignorance. Toyota even admitted a slip in quality because of the lust for building more-- they turned into the old GM.
Simple. Change the oil regularly and drive it right. I have one with 381,000 on it and it just keeps going and going. I shot for 300,000 miles of longevity at first. Then 400,000. But now I am aiming for 500,000. I also started using synthetic oil. I personally have an automatic transmission in mine. It is stock also. If you take care of it, it will take care of you.
i have one with 360,xxx and i deliver pizza in it every day. like steven said change the oil, belts, keep coolant in it, tires, brakes, and plugs. then you'll be good. sometimes fuses too. i'm also shooting for 500k @@@stevendiffy768
They grow on you, especially when things seem to be getting even uglier the last few years from pedestrian safety mandates. Have you noticed the bulbous noses and overly-rounded fenders? And then some companies go as far as what Honda has done with their Acura beak and the Honda Accord-- designed in Russia... yum? Anyway, it's around 398.8k now. Took it through SF this morning. Enjoyed Embaradero and the Broadway Tunnel in both directions. Then came home and changed the oil (4.7k on it).
@nickelwindow53 That's the interesting thing about a car-- you never know. There are many similarly aged Pontiac's like yours still kicking great at 200k+ miles. The 1NZ FE engine isa good engine in your Yaris. There is one that has 400k+ already on TH-cam (and he drives like an ass, but has since deleted the evidence after getting ragged on). There's another on the Motor Trend forums I frequent. The owner has 200k and loves it. His SN is Tonavi.
KM/=miles. But that was still something like 600,000 miles or so. I don't remember the exact amount. My car is up at 544,700 miles as of yesterday, but the original engine hasn't been in there since a rod knock at 475,000 when I had one take its place. The new engine is a little over 110,000 miles right now.
Wasn't much to say about the car, tbh. It had 10mm wider tires. Way less than I've done to it since then. I hate modern videos blaring music and begging for likes and subscribes (albeit this was shot and uploaded well before commercialization of the platform). It's an ancient video just driving a small road. 🤷
Bought mine with 100k expecting to get it up to 200k and now up to 312k with no problems at all. Love this thing
There are cars that you fight for like a loyal dog. there are cars that fight for you. There are cars that even when they are hurting are relentless in there devotion to you. There are cars that bring hard steady stability to a household and career.There are cars that beg for a little help so they can lend you a very heavy hand. There are cars that guard your household from recessions and turbulance. There are cars that you feel. came into your life and we're built to fight for you. and take you all the way. It's hard, for me very hard. To think of any car, that hits those marks like an echo. It deserves our devotion.
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"There are cars that even when they are hurting are relentless in their devotion to you".
Couldn't have some up my 90 Geo Metro any better. Slipping clutch (although the clutch has less than 10k on it, dont know what's up with that), both CV axles are shot, almost no suspension, both front wheel bearings, passenger ball joint is getting loose (can feel it in corners/curves), transmission is shot (1st+2nd gear bearings, third gear is missing teeth, and now 5th gears is whining at me), both axle seals ripped when doing my clutch (pouring gear oil out almost as fast as you can put it in), water pump is about to fail, radiator has a whole 2x3 inch section of the fins missing (seems to be common as all the junkyard metros are the same, but mine doesnt overheat yet...), radiator just started a pin hole leak, starter starting (HA) to go bad), my headlight switch just failed on me, almost no suspension to be had, rust in the wheel arches and a couple of small holes on the driver floorboard, paint completely oxidized, probably about to snap the timing belt, leaking exhaust manifold gasket. It's a shorter list to say what's NOT wrong with the car, but she just tractors along every day like nothing is wrong at all! Just to be clear, I normally maintain my cars pretty well, this one was just meant to be a throwaway - and at this point, it's a smarter financial decision to buy another one in better condition, pull the motor out of this one (just about the only good part on the whole car), and keep it as a spare. I never planned to keep it more than a couple months, but here we are 3 years later... Alas, it's a hard life as a pizza delivery car.
Actually hoping to pick up an 01 Echo here in a few days.
Cars are alive and breathing. My Toyota suspension failed on me driving off the parking lot. It could of failed on me while driving but it kept fighting until I was safe. I had no insurance and if the suspension failed on my driving I would of caused major car wreck and landed in jail. I'm planning on rebuilding the whole suspension and putting a long travel suspension for off road fun.
I got a 2000 Echo as a Freebie off of Craigslist with 171,000 miles on it. It had been rolled over and laid upside down for 3 hours and the engine locked up. I went and worked on it for about 2 hours and drove it home. I took the plugs out, cranked the engine over and let the oil shoot out of the plug holes, and put new plugs back in and drove the car home. I now have 173,445 miles on it, Im happy with the 39mpg. (I did have to change 2 sensors)
How did you get yours to go 300k?
sorry yours got wrecked
Simply maintaining an echo will let it live well past 300k.
Wow RCR before they started making videos!
@@skateboarding118 i was thinking the same
Found it. Your comment before you were famous, now I am submitting to the forums. Haha 😂 never delete this pls.
It's a hand-me-down commuter. My dad had it for a 100-mile one-way commute he drove five days a week until 2006. Then I took over at 320,527 miles. She's currently sitting at around 466,000 miles or so. Since since video, there's been some evolving. I even created a Facebook page for the car, as to separate it from my own feed. It's just "Pheobe the Echo" in the search bar, and gives different info, pics, etc. from time to time.
I have owned two of these in the past. What great little cars.
My 2001 echo is almost to 300k, still kicking! Engine and trans hasn't been touched
My parents have a 2000 Echo, and it has spent about 18 years through the elements, and it still works like we bought straight from the assembly line!
It's miles. We've had the car since February 2000, and I swear on my car, my dog, and my life the engine went to 475,000 until the rods started knocking. My dad used it to commute 200 miles a day five days a week from 2000 to 2006. By that time it had 320,527 miles, at which point it was passed down to me. No odometer/speedometer is perfect, so with the gearing difference of 185/60/14 tires as opposed to 175/65/14's, it MIGHT have been off by 5,000 to 6,000 miles-- at most. When you're looking at 475,000 miles, it's a small trifle to say "well, it might ONLY be 469,000."
The engine was replaced with a 35,000 mile 2006 Scion xB engine-- same thing.
A number of these engines have passed 400k. I've driven a parts runner that was beat to hell (a salvage and in way worse condition than mine) that had 400k+ and it still ran like a trooper engine wise. There's a Yaris in Florida that was running 450k because the guy is a medical courier. And there are others. That doesn't mean I think all of them can make it-- given enough abuse any engine will shit the bed, and Toyota engines aren't all bullet proof like some owners/buyers thing. A great number of them were sludge-mongers. The 1NZ-FE, though, is one I stand by for at least 250,000 miles with ease.
My 2005 Echo hatchback has 443,000 Km on it .... still going strong !
The Echo is a reliable no frills car that just gets you to where you want to go on the cheap. My 01 has 180K on it and it doesn't use a drop of oil between oil changes and runs just like the day I first bought it in 2002. I get 50 mpg in the summer and 40 winter. A great car imo
My echo has 331k miles and I love it! I bought the car with 300k for a thousand bucks thinking I could use it as a beater for a few months but now id never dream of getting rid of it. I actually rolled it about a month ago (it really doesn't have the handling of a similar car) but luckily it landed on all 4 wheels and I was able to just drive it home after I got pulled out of the ditch and the way it drives remained the same as before I rolled it, aside from some dents and scratches haha
No way
@SmallT2 I love reading things like this, you are a person who truly knows value and quality! It's nice to see people like you still exist in speed means everything world, thanks for being a real car enthusiast!!!
I have an 03 2-dr ECho 5spd with approx. 90K . I've seen a few with right around 300k and still going. I can get 50mpg if I keep it under 70mph. It's an easy 46mpg driving how ever I want. If it's all city I get 43mpg. I love the echo and will never be without one.
unforutnately I have an auto, but I get amazing mileage, even when I drive like a moron. I've gotten 50 plus and yes U.S. mpg. The car has crap for suspension but being a light car its fun to toss around. And I can get in and out of traffic pretty good with it being small and light. I like it. Being paid off it pays for itself with the low maintainance and gas mileage.
I’ve got a 2001 5 speed. It’s at 316,000 kms 17 years old, I bought it new. Love this car! The body looks good, but a few things are starting to go. I’m on windshield #3. The engine purrs, a powerful little car, reliable, I get 700 kms per 40 liter tank of gas.
These cars are great! I got a 2002 YARIS 1.3 auto (UK) 87.000 miles it still drives sweet.
I bought one brand new in April 2000 and it had almost 400,000 miles before it started smoking blue smoke and I traded it in for a 2 door Honda Accord which was equally tough and reliable.
Just got a 2003 with 162000 on it but now I really don’t feel bad about that many miles!
And they are fun to drive as well . I plan at this point to find another one eventually and buy it as well .
Have a 2000 Echo, with standard, 282k miles and plan 100k more. Great fuel economy, nice instrument display, car drives good, and nice turn radius. Engine runs like new. The Yaris makeover of the Echo shrank the cabin for Federal rollover and side impact standards. My 6 foot 2 inch tall broad shouldered frame doesn't fit in the Yaris so I'll stay with the Echo. The instrument display was odd for a week but now I feel most small cars should center mount their instruments.
Just thought I'd chime in. I currently have a 2000 Toyota echo as well. Very basic car but an awesome one. I currently have 418000 Miles on the motor and still going strong. Love this car. I also read about a courier who had over 500,000 miles on his and it was still going strong.
This car was made for a middle class working person.
Thanks, my gf was worried that there was something wrong with her car. From what I've found it is operating correctly.
I just got my 2005 echo hatchback from my friend, its got 239000km on it and I think the world of it. No ac no power steering manual, i wouldn't trade it for anything except a lambo ;D
i got a 2000 echo at 200,000 miles on it and still going strong this guys gots a stick thats why its last longer
@rowsdower12 Nope, just a hand-me-down commuter. Got her at 320,527 miles and she's now at 421k. The '03's were nice for the foglights, little chrome trim, 15" wheels, and more interior colors. Some even changed the gauges to have a tach (for those who care:p). But in looking at the little designs of the older Echo, you'll see they softened a lot of lines up to fit more popular design cues. Most anything with a 1NZ-FE makes me grin a little bit, though.
Wow, almost wanting to see the pics of that. It actually doesn't seem common to see these rolled like one would expect.
I don't understand how, some people can say Toyotas are the longest lasting cars out there! My job requires me to drive ALL AROUND my city...and, believe me, I BARELY see any old Toyotas on the road. Mainly..., I see old Chevys, Fords and, Dodge all over the place! However..., I DO see more old Nissans and, Hondas on the road than, Toyotas. ;-)
Thank you Harvey!!
Awesome
@deaddollzombies Very true. The biggest upside of the Smart of the new Scion iQ (I've checked both out) is the parking. Those Smart transmissions are dog slow if you ever watch them pull away from a light. At least the iQ is a CVT-- hell for an enthusiast or someone in hilly terrain, but it won't shift slowly or jolty. Hell, it just won't shift! It's also amazing how the Echo resale is compared to other Toyota's. So underrated.
That's awesome. I have an 03 which I liked the design better. no not pretty but...owning one I started to like the earlier models (yours) too. I guess I like the quirky design. I agree, this car is a tank. One reason is they are so simple, less stuff to go wrong. But the engine itself is a tanker. I'm surprised it starts up considering the way I drive it. Good video. I don't think i'll keep my car for that long.
I would like to point out that this car now has a new transmission and catalytic converter (the original piping had been smashed in, so it now breathes freer). The sound from the rear license plate is now uploaded on my profile.
@djkenny No under seat storage on Yari, or anyt other cars in the class. I wasn't too keen on the new set-up of Yaris storage anyway. Some of the spaces are tighter or in odd positions, and the plastic didn't feel quite as substantial (more fragile now).
@Harvey Duncan I REALLY doubt it, but do you still have it? & how many miles did it have when or if you let it go?
Doubt what?
Yes, I still have it. The original engine went out in 2014 or so with 475,000 miles. It had a rod knock starting, so it was replaced with an xB engine with 35k miles or so on it. The body is super close to 600,000 miles now. California Central Valley: minimal if any salt. Seen the coast a little bit, and the Sierra (where it's sand, not salt) so it's pretty solid still. My dad bought it in 2000, put commuted 200 miles a day/five days a week for a bit over six years (plus visiting my grandparents in Nevada some weekends) totalling 320,000 miles on it, and I've been driving it since he handed it down to me in 2006. Can't put a price on knowing where a car has been, so never letting it go.
I've either replaced or upgraded a lot of it over the years, but the body is mostly unchanged. Headlights and one tail-light (cracked one). It's easier to list what hasn't changed: Starter motor, fuel pump, power steering pump/rack, control arms (new bushings for control arms and steering rack, though), front subframe, and radiator. Even the turn signal (replaced), wiper stalks (intermittent off Corolla), and sunvisors (Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Matrix for sliding feature) have been changed. Changed my fuel tank and evap canister a few months ago.
The body is way better than our 2003 with 286,000 miles and its first two years in Boston. I've already snapped the head off an alternator bolt, so I'm afraid to touch much else. Would rather buy an entire engine and tranny for it at that point :p The car has a Facebook page (link on the FB profile) if you'd like to see the evolution over the years.
@@hduncan2587 I've been following this video for a loonnngggg time. Glad you still have the Echo. I have a 2009 Yaris. Hope to keep it as long as you're keeping your Echo.....
@RegularCars Well, we kept up with maintenance. Given my dad put the first 300k on and didn't drive it like I do, but even 120k with just me and those miles already on shows it can go forever. Some don't make it that far, but there are far more that keep going just like it. I drove a really banged up, salvaged Echo with 300k and the engine was still damned strong even though everything else felt fragile and half fallen-off.
I imagine, if one failed at 200k, a used low mileage motor would not be that expensive to have installed anyway.
397.8k miles as of yesterday, but it's 639,000 km roughly.
And yeah, it's still doing everything I like it to do. Still no sports car, but fun enough for what it is. Goes in for transmission/clutch work on 2/11/10.
bought 1 for a job that was 2 hrs a day drive time. never had a problem. only thing is unlike my suv it is not comfortable to drive. Almost like a go cart. lol
My '01 has 266k and still trips the speed limiter at 110mph thanks to a 5-speed and TRD high-perf clutch. Stupidest looking car EVER, but so cool. Bought it new and had it 15 years now, even after three MAJOR accidents(the last one in '14 totaled it). Rebuilt using angle irons and bolts to replace bumper ,mount, frame rafter, and lower core support. Keep waiting for it to finally die, but she's a trooper.
Your an echo loyalist.
I wish to get a Echo and keep it like you have. Replace every broken part out of the massive Toyota parts bin since they all work together like legos. With a bit of elbow grease and some hackery, these cars will last forever. Make sure to cover all unpainted metal with thick grease every season.
Just engine. Second tranny (replaced with a third shortly after this video). Second clutch. Shocks and struts in the video were original, too, but have also mercilessly been replaced. I didn't know what i was missing.
@djkenny Yaris three-door hatchback isn't far off. You get standard A/C and power steering unlike Echo, but most had PS anyway. You'd also get standard side curtain air-bags. Oddly the very basic Yaris doesn't have a radio.
The Mazda2 isn't far off as a "stripper" either.
@hduncan2587 Yeah, I didn't get the one with the tac. Then again I have a 2 door as well and that's consider the "base" model of the two options. As the options list is bigger for the 4-door especially the 03-05 models. Well, that's a lot of miles for a hand me down but hey, its a reliable car so not a bad deal. I wish I had back country road to play around. I have to travel a little bit further for that. Best of luck and great videos!
I do have other movies on my profile with other angles or updates of the sound, etc. This one just seems the most popular so far.
@ See Rider: Wouldn't be able to tell you. Outside of going to superbriteled's website or just getting the OE replacements from the dealer, I can't think of any. A lot has changed since this video. There's a video on my channel called "Echo interior/bulb removal" to see how to replace the cluster bulbs, and "Classic Plates and Original Gauge Color" would show you the meaning of OE color.
It's not ugly to me, but it's no Aston Martin DB9. In fact I love taking it out on curvy roads in the mountains or hills, or to the coast for photos.
i just purchased a 2000 toyota echo with 59,000 clean tittle one owner and i was wondering if you could help me i have those ugly plastic cladding on the side skirts and wanted to know if i take them off would i have any holes or no side skirts any more ?
I don't know why but I always wanted a echo, since time has passed I was never able to find out. instead I bought a scion Xa then a xb ( would have kept but got into a wreck with @150k miles) now I'm on a mission to either buy another xa but kinda want the xb. my current car is a mazda 2003 protege lx
There are ways to put Scion pieces on the Echo as upgrades. Seats, rear suspension, etc. That's where I've been going for the last few years for a little bit more spunk. Some even go as far as the Scion transmission (300lbs less, and a shorter final drive).
You may look into a first gen Mazda3 2.3L manual. Decent drive, nice interior compared to the Scion's or Protege. Might cost a bit more, but worth it. My current job puts me in a number of vehicles (good and bad-- it's delivering for a wholesale auto auction), and the Mazda3 is one of those cars I'd definitely consider for myself. Others are the Miata, Magnum SRT8 (drives way better than the weight would suggest, same with Flex Ecoboost AWD), and Fiesta ST (not a fan of the Focus ST).
As much as I've done for the Echo, there's no making it what the newer vehicles were. Don't get me wrong, I'm still amazed how capable it has been even now. But feeling the flex of a worn out chassis, the rattles of some older hard plastic pieces that litter the interior, getting into most the subcompacts now is enlightening (though they have their own shortcomings). Coming out of some of the performance or luxury vehicles, somehow my Echo can still put a smile on my face, so at least there's that.
Scion xA are essentially Echos. Most of the parts are the same, its just a tad more luxurious being under the scion brand.
You should listen to some of the latest videos from the front bumper and rear bumper. In some ways I wish I had manual steering-- it's lighter weight for the car, and the car isn't heavy to begin with so you really don't need it. In those times my batteries are dead (door ajar, lights left on, whatever) it's actually a pleasure to push compared to some of the other vehicles.
Awesome.
Thanks Harvey. And just to be on the safe side. What year is your Toyota Echo?
2000. An early 2000, which is also important since later in the 2000 model year there were slight changes.
Such little changes on later '00's included better/larger brakes (I'm putting 2005's on when I can afford it-- disks and calipers) and possibly the larger front anti-roll bar that the Scion xA, xB and all later Echoes shared. It'll be a step up for mine, so I don't mind. It'll be mated with poly bushings all around and go with my xA rear beam and rear anti-rollbar. You'd be amazed how many little things change among the years or months of these things. Even an HVAC switch.
@hduncan2587 It is a fine car. I have owned it since 92, when bought in CA and recently brought to Oregon.I have invested a few grand to get the mechanical tip top. Lots of new parts, front rotors, pads, bearings, new cat converter, 02 sensor, exhaust, turbo and clutch were replaced less than 55k ago. I saw one for $4800 with less new parts recently and only a little less miles. I am selling it for $4500. hard to find these cars, especially ones that will easily go over 400k.
It's in the description. We've had it since new in 2000 (10 years this week). The engine itself is original, as is suspension.Transmission is going to be replaced this week for the second time, but it's not like it's babied much.
And yes, American vehicles do it too. I never eluded that they can't. My brother has a Suburban with over 270k on it, and my neighbor had roughly that much on his Silverado until it hit black ice. Somewhere there's a Silverado with over one-million miles.
I honestly don't know. In reality I'd likely only get 17.3@81 out of her, but when Echoes were new the manual models would run the quarter around the 16.5 mark, and 0-60 in 8.4-8.5 seconds depending on where you go for tests. For me the launch isn't perfect-- I worry too much about bogging, ruining the clutch or tires, or the new transaxle that's since been installed. Not really sure how heavy my car actually is, but a crash diet of things I no longer need (A/C) would be nice.
Well, if you pull the lever back and hold it up it will spray the washer fluid and the wipers will go at the same time.
what your quarter mile time? mine is 16.4 at 84 in my 1.9L saturn wagon stick 2200 lbs. roughly.
How do you know when to shift? There's no rpm gauge
Do you do a lot of driving for your job? I know the car is 10 years old but still that's a lot of miles.
Hey Echo owners, I have a question. With the non intermittent wipers, when you spray the washer fluid by pulling the lever back, do the wiper arms move or no?
Mine? Does not move.
@nickelwindow53 I'd have to see which Corolla you are talking about, and can go more into what i thought of the last generation (we have one in the family) and the newer one. As far as whether the Yaris was the right car to buy-- it just depends on your needs and how the car does for you over the long haul. Any car enthusiast will say that a car, especially the cheapest ones, are never an investment. It's never really going to gain worth unless it's a true classic, and that takes time.
@subzeromr69er I wouldn't say the best per se, but to each they're own. I like cars as the individuals. In any case, the new Yaris SE is more than body kits and leather-wrapped interior trim. The suspension is tuned for more sport, the wheels larger, and the four-wheel disks have my mouth watering. Both Car&Driver and Motor Trend find the manual Yaris SE somewhat fun! That one letter makes a much bigger difference then just an "S" badge like the Corolla and old Yaris have.
Yeah I'm wondering the same i have a 2001 Toyota echo and the speedometer light doesn't work so it cant be driven at night. How did you change it?
I wish they still made a base car like the Echo. I don't think the Yaris can be had stripped, can it?
@MrSkyrimification Oy, how'd you roll it? They're tall on skinny tires, but not the easiest thing to roll.
Right now my sensors are miss fireing. But they are holding. I'm thinking of getting an electronic bike. so to reduce monthly gasoline to 40 dollars. Ideally I like to reduce miles driven on my echo from 800 miles too 200 miles monthly. Just weekends. During work week use the electronic bike. Here in Hollywood Florida. 80 percent of my work is within 15 miles. But I want even that to go down. I'm 45. And I'm entering the retirement red zone. Where I need to be saving 500 to 700 monthly to retire 55. My echo is 220,000 miles.
I slid off of a banked corner that was icy last winter
Hello Harvey...you swapped your Echo engine for a newer one, right!? Well, I'm in the process of doing the very same thing. My mechanic has told me that the engine will have to be of the same year. Because, the ECU is not the same & or the timing chain is also not the same. Or something else will be off. Is this true? How did you do it? Because, as you know this things hit you inadvertently. I don't want to buy an engine that will not work with the ECU I already have. See, I found an engine of a newer year.
Please, when you have the time, let me know how you did it. Whats the scoop on the beautiful Echo. Thank you!
My engine was out of a 2006 xB, so that shouldn't be an issue. The biggest changes I know of from the Yaris and the Echo were the intake manifold/throttle body were different, and the main pulley (since the power steering went to electrically assisted, no need for the second belt). Yaris also (eventually) went to a metal dipstick which is nice.
The ECU in your car will be fine. When a new engine is put in, usually they're sold without the intake manifold, etc. The ECU in an xB is indeed not the same as a 2000 Echo, but when I had the engine put in, it still worked with my 2000 Echo harness. It's the ECU plugs that changed, not the business end in the bay. Another reason I know the harness will be fine is my Corolla throttle body. The DIY was for an xB, and the DIY still worked for my Echo. Things like the injection, VVTi, MAF, throttle position, etc. all worked. Yes, i had a shop do it, but they didn't have any issues either.
Also makes them quicker and more fun. If you have to buy a slow car, at least buy one that isn't the slowest of the two.
How do you drive without a tachometer?
Sound, feel, and knowing where my gears end or there abouts. This video is sooooo old, before I really learned how much it could do. I was probably shifting 2,500-3,000rpm below the limiter. Stock, they run out of pull around 6,000rpm, limiter around 6400-6500 depending where you look. Everytime I revert from my cold air intake to the stock airbox, it's choked noticeably.
is that all the miles you have ? I have a Mitsubishi lancer with 534.000 miles on it same engine same trans from 2004 //
Far from. Oooold video, dude. Original engine got a rod knock around 475k, but it's not like I was easy on it. Cheaper out not getting full synthetic didn't help. Body has 554,000, and has all sorts of handling mods.
Just broken in...maybe 1 million miles?
No. On the bright side, I get to use my fluid as I want before turning them on.
Toyota Echo might be cheap and slow, but they will last you good past 300,000 miles if you do regular maintainace.
@jjason23296 I can delete it if you want. Then it won't be a problem. It doesn't really have much bearing on the whole thing anyway.
Take a look at the speedo. It's in MPH, not KMH. It's measuring miles.
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how is the cabin noise , is it too loud to go on a road trip in this car ?
It's all about condition and preferences. A stock Echo with quiet, soft tires and in good shape could be fine for you, but if it's on the wrong tires, has bad bearings, etc. then like anything it could be hateful.
My car has been modified so long with stiffer suspension, larger wheels with larger tires, and an exhaust and intake, that I can't usually remember how it was stock. I drove a 183,000 mile manual sedan for work about a month and a half ago, and it reminded me how comfortable and quick they were stock... but the body roll is the main thing I also remembered, so don't regret the change there.
All said, it should be fine. I drive modern subcompacts and compacts often for work, and the Echo seems to meet or even exceed a number of them for road/tire noise in most regards over the same respective route. Wind noise and a little bit of transmission whine (apparently there's some straight gears in there) are the things you'd most notice. A modern Coyote 5.0 Mustang is far more drony in top gear on the freeway, and cars like the Golf, ILX and Civic are also quite loud for thuds and whirring from the tires.
how did you change the light on dash ?
@hduncan2587 do they have those nifty under seat storage compartments? I also would not want to spend over 9 grand for any new car. I certainly don't want a Hyundai or Kia (the gas mileage is not so great on those anyway). Echos were great cause you could skip any extras. I suppose with strong negotiation skills one could get a stripped new Yaris for about 9k. They had Mazda 3's, prior generation kick ass ones in 2007 for 10 grand... that would have been a cool fun car with great MPGs.
@hduncan2587 I think I will find a clean low packaged low mileage 2002-2004 Echo instead when I decide to sell my Turbo 87 Sprint. The storage under the seat would be great for my DJ stuff... headphones and what have you.
397,000 miles????? damn thats a lot!
would i be able to drive this car i am 6-3
You have to see for yourself. Height and weight mean nothing. You could be all torso, all leg, etc. I'm 6' with a 32" inseam, so I'm mostly torso. My brother is 6' with a 36" inseam, and his knees are near the dash. It's always about proportions, always.
Harvey Duncan got the car loving the reliability and all the money I save on gas
its no big deal. american cars get much higher milage all the time. my question is how many engines and transmissions you go through? and how many before you owned it?
@djkenny Ah dude, those are such rare little sleepers, though! There's one putting around my town with 400k+ miles, and I think it's awsome. Not perfect cars, and won't be as comfortable as the Echo, but just cool. How much are you selling it for just for the sake of asking.
@nebulae87 It's a shame everyone seems to see this one and not the others. I just uploaded her climbing up a mountain pass (mostly in second gear) while hitting 415k.
ECHO PARTY!
what do you mean in the description no ugly plastic cladding?
+no map An old subjective opinion. I've never been fond of the plastic "body kit" on the Echo for one reason or another.
Oh ok you mean that Grey front and back plastic bumper
+no map Nope. In the U.S. we had standard body color bumpers, unlike Canada. I mean the little plastic extensions all around the bottom. The skirts, flares, etc.
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Harvey Duncan oh ok theres also this version of echo this is what i meant media.wheels.ca/vehicles/1040/718522/2005-Toyota-Echo-718522-1-sm.jpg not really into those back and front grey bumper lol
@jjason23296 Check your own "facts." You may be thinking of the Chevy Aveo, or the Suzuki Forenza, Reno, or Verona. Those vehicles were indeed rebadged Daewoos (not the Aerio-- that was a Suzuki-built vehicle). Daewoo is a GM owned brand, which has nothing to do with Toyota save for the few times they work together on vehicles like Vibe and old Corolla/Prizm models. The closest the Yaris has gotten to being a rebadge was the Daihatsu Charade. And some Yarii already have past 400k.
@subzeromr69er You have to realize that I'm an automotive enthusiast with a very wide spectrum, and recognize the good and bad of ALL objectively. I've seen shoddy build quality of a 2005 Toyota with the interior panel-gaps, misaligned doors, and a sun visor falling off with a mere 95k miles. Blind loyalty for any brand is a celebration of ignorance. Toyota even admitted a slip in quality because of the lust for building more-- they turned into the old GM.
How did you get up so many miles?
Simple. Change the oil regularly and drive it right. I have one with 381,000 on it and it just keeps going and going. I shot for 300,000 miles of longevity at first. Then 400,000. But now I am aiming for 500,000. I also started using synthetic oil. I personally have an automatic transmission in mine. It is stock also. If you take care of it, it will take care of you.
i have one with 360,xxx and i deliver pizza in it every day. like steven said change the oil, belts, keep coolant in it, tires, brakes, and plugs. then you'll be good. sometimes fuses too. i'm also shooting for 500k @@@stevendiffy768
They grow on you, especially when things seem to be getting even uglier the last few years from pedestrian safety mandates. Have you noticed the bulbous noses and overly-rounded fenders? And then some companies go as far as what Honda has done with their Acura beak and the Honda Accord-- designed in Russia... yum?
Anyway, it's around 398.8k now. Took it through SF this morning. Enjoyed Embaradero and the Broadway Tunnel in both directions. Then came home and changed the oil (4.7k on it).
Well I've put 100k on it since i got it and its still going so i think i did alright
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no way that klm;s bud or the engine was replaced and u don't no it
@nickelwindow53 That's the interesting thing about a car-- you never know. There are many similarly aged Pontiac's like yours still kicking great at 200k+ miles. The 1NZ FE engine isa good engine in your Yaris. There is one that has 400k+ already on TH-cam (and he drives like an ass, but has since deleted the evidence after getting ragged on). There's another on the Motor Trend forums I frequent. The owner has 200k and loves it. His SN is Tonavi.
Just saw one they go up to a mill k miles
KM/=miles. But that was still something like 600,000 miles or so. I don't remember the exact amount. My car is up at 544,700 miles as of yesterday, but the original engine hasn't been in there since a rod knock at 475,000 when I had one take its place. The new engine is a little over 110,000 miles right now.
ЧЕ ЗА ИЭРОГЛИВЫ ПЕЧАТАЕТЕ ? ПИШИТЕ ХОТЬ ПАРУ СЛОВ НА РУССКОМ !
I have a video for that, actually. I could swear I told you... or someone.
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hahahaha
i hate videos where they dont talk you watch to learn about the car 5 minutes of watching someone drive big waist of time
Wasn't much to say about the car, tbh. It had 10mm wider tires. Way less than I've done to it since then.
I hate modern videos blaring music and begging for likes and subscribes (albeit this was shot and uploaded well before commercialization of the platform).
It's an ancient video just driving a small road. 🤷