Anything I should look for when I pick up my new Corolla S?

[TnT_Corolla]

If all goes as planned, I should be picking up my 2009 Corolla S on Wednesday 5/21.

Are there any common little, or big, 'issues' on the 2009 Corollas that I should look for?

Just hoping to avoid finding something after I get it home...only to find that others have had the same issue. Especially since the dealer is a bit of a drive from home.

Advice/pointers welcome.

Thanks,
TnT_Corolla

[wth]

Nothing I can think of except the full tank of gas, the manuals, keys w/code tag. Picked up a new "S" 2 weeks ago, you'll like it.

[imEric!]

It must be very exciting to pickup your car on Wednesday

When I picked up my car, I took about 15 minutes to carefully inspect the exterior and the interior for any scratches/damages.

[Dragon877]

every delivery is different so there's nothing specific to look for, but check inside and out for any signs of damage, MAKE SURE they fill up all your fluids like wiper fluid, tranny fluid etc...

i did a detailed walkaround inside and out, i brought my own flashlight lol

[pauly]

Check for rust in the wheel wells and under the spoiler (popular areas).

[YOHAN]

Okay... 2 things!

1. Look at the area where you put your keys in. Make sure there are no scratches around the key ignition area.

2. Hold and check the steering wheel... look at the underside and the back area... make sure there are no tears or scratches on the leather!

I should have done those with mine.

[Jeff Lange]

Indeed, mine had a couple scratches near the key hole at the ignition lock cylinder. I had the column cover replaced.

Jeff

[91pickup]

Take your time checking everything,before and after you sign the contract...make sure everything is within your satisfaction,this is your car,not the dealer...Make sure you get first free oil change coupon..LOL.

If you are a repeat customer and you finance it thru TFS,you might want to call Toyota Encore Program you might get a cash rebate or free gift..what ever they offer at that time..We are still waiting for our free gift..

[50george]

make sure you check for any scratches under your spoilers and lower rocker panels that unloading on car carrier can cause.

[50george]

Originally Posted by 91pickup

Take your time checking everything,before and after you sign the contract...make sure everything is within your satisfaction,this is your car,not the dealer...Make sure you get first free oil change coupon..LOL.

If you are a repeat customer and you finance it thru TFS,you might want to call Toyota Encore Program you might get a cash rebate or free gift..what ever they offer at that time..We are still waiting for our free gift..

what is the number you call?

[91pickup]

Originally Posted by 50george

what is the number you call?

1-866-535-5300....this is the number i used,i got this number from TFS..Toyota Encore Program is handled from different company..It's worth the call in my opinion,both of the customer rep. that i talked to are very nice..especially Josh...so call them and good luck..

Let us know what happen...

[50george]

i called and they said i would be getting the details in the mail in about 6 to 8 weeks.i am still waiting.thanks for the info.

[perrco]

lol the only thing ive found on mine is plastic wrap. i swear ive had mine for 3 weeks and i keep finding plastic

[Kazs]

check if the front lights work. When we purchased our 09, the front lights did not work when it was time to take it home. They checked the fuse, wiring etc and could not figure it out. Luckily there were a few other white S on the lot and we waited an extra hour to fill out the paperwork all over again while they washed and prepped the car.

[VisualSpoiler++]

Originally Posted by perrco

lol the only thing ive found on mine is plastic wrap. i swear ive had mine for 3 weeks and i keep finding plastic

Look behind the hinges in the front doors and you'll find styrofoam, too