RAV 4 options

Here is my (currently) compiled list of options I have chosen for the RAV 4:

Toyota RAV 4 Limited, 4x4, 5-Speed Automatic

* Alloy wheel locks
* Rear bumper applique (what is this, a bumper sticker?)
* Mudguard (never had this before)
* Cargo net (good for grocery shopping)
* Emergency assistance kit (does it compare to something similar/cheaper I
could buy elsewhere?)
* Carpet floor mats/cargo mat
* VIP RS3200+ security system (I thought this was standard, yet it's
optional)
* Remote start
* Exhaust tip by Valor
* JBL in-dash 6 CD changer w/nine speakers + sub woofer / hands-free
bluetooth phone access w/controls on steering wheel

Well, that's the list I have recently compiled.
I asked several others for their opinion, and the majority suggests: Classic
Silver Metallic

Any other features not listed on the Toyota web site that might be
available?

Thanks for any tips/suggestions!

I may be ready to purchase the last week of January.
_________
===fish===
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I still like the tow prep package but its $160 and probably won't make a
whole lot of difference in New York. I live in No Calif. and it gets hot
here for some months with over 110 pretty common off & on. I might take
another look and a ride in one too Fish, especially if your experience if
good.
Ron


"fish" <i.am.such.ah.fish@new.york> wrote in message
news:6Wyqh.1600$hi7.203@trnddc08...[color=blue]
> Here is my (currently) compiled list of options I have chosen for the RAV
> 4:
>
> Toyota RAV 4 Limited, 4x4, 5-Speed Automatic
>
> * Alloy wheel locks
> * Rear bumper applique (what is this, a bumper sticker?)
> * Mudguard (never had this before)
> * Cargo net (good for grocery shopping)
> * Emergency assistance kit (does it compare to something similar/cheaper I
> could buy elsewhere?)
> * Carpet floor mats/cargo mat
> * VIP RS3200+ security system (I thought this was standard, yet it's
> optional)
> * Remote start
> * Exhaust tip by Valor
> * JBL in-dash 6 CD changer w/nine speakers + sub woofer / hands-free
> bluetooth phone access w/controls on steering wheel
>
> Well, that's the list I have recently compiled.
> I asked several others for their opinion, and the majority suggests:
> Classic
> Silver Metallic
>
> Any other features not listed on the Toyota web site that might be
> available?
>
> Thanks for any tips/suggestions!
>
> I may be ready to purchase the last week of January.
> _________
> ===fish===
> ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯
>[/color]

Comments on some of these embedded within the text....
"fish" <i.am.such.ah.fish@new.york> wrote in message
news:6Wyqh.1600$hi7.203@trnddc08...[color=blue]
> Here is my (currently) compiled list of options I have chosen for the
> RAV 4:
>
> Toyota RAV 4 Limited, 4x4, 5-Speed Automatic
>
> * Alloy wheel locks[/color]
Good move if you fear theft.[color=blue]
> * Rear bumper applique (what is this, a bumper sticker?)[/color]
I believe that this is a little 'mat' that sticks on the top of the bumper
so you can step on it and not mar the bumper surface.[color=blue]
> * Mudguard (never had this before)[/color]
I am thinking that this keeps spray from collecting on the back of the
vehicle or at least mitigates it?[color=blue]
> * Cargo net (good for grocery shopping)[/color]
On our Prius we did not get this. We got some collapsible cloth covered
boxes from Home Depot for maybe $5 each. 4 fit nicely behind the rear
seat and can be stowed neatly. They are working out very well so far.[color=blue]
> * Emergency assistance kit (does it compare to something similar/cheaper
> I
> could buy elsewhere?)[/color]
Dunno[color=blue]
> * Carpet floor mats/cargo mat[/color]
Dealer ought to throw this in for free. Ours did.[color=blue]
> * VIP RS3200+ security system (I thought this was standard, yet it's
> optional)
> * Remote start[/color]
I respectfully question why. Engine-wise the engine does not need to warm
up before movement. If you need to have the cab be warm, then that would
be the reason.[color=blue]
> * Exhaust tip by Valor
> * JBL in-dash 6 CD changer w/nine speakers + sub woofer / hands-free
> bluetooth phone access w/controls on steering wheel[/color]

Are these in a package or are you getting these a la carte? I was forced
into package choices and needed to buy stuff that I did not want (like
that silly back up camera).
[color=blue]
>
> Well, that's the list I have recently compiled.
> I asked several others for their opinion, and the majority suggests:
> Classic
> Silver Metallic
>
> Any other features not listed on the Toyota web site that might be
> available?
>
> Thanks for any tips/suggestions!
>
> I may be ready to purchase the last week of January.
> _________
> ===fish===
> ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯
>[/color]

Well the moonroof looks nice and you can't get in the aftermarket.

On Jan 14, 6:59Â*pm, Hachiroku ãƒ?ãƒ?ãƒ*ク <Tru...@AE86.gts> wrote:[color=blue]
> On Sun, 14 Jan 2007 23:21:38 +0000, fish wrote:[color=green]
> > Here is my (currently) compiled list of options I have chosen for the RAV
> > 4:[/color]
>[color=green]
> > Toyota RAV 4 Limited, 4x4, 5-Speed Automatic[/color]
>[color=green]
> > * Alloy wheel locks
> > * Rear bumper applique (what is this, a bumper sticker?) * Mudguard (never
> > had this before)I believe this is what 'color keys' the bumper to the body.[/color]
>[color=green]
> > * Cargo net (good for grocery shopping)
> > * Emergency assistance kit (does
> > it compare to something similar/cheaper I could buy elsewhere?)Basically a First Aid kit with a tool kit, some glow sticks, a manual or[/color]
> two and a tirangle, IIRC. I hope it's not more than $25...
>[color=green]
> > * Carpet floor mats/cargo mat
> > * VIP RS3200+ security system (I thought this was standard, yet it's
> > optional)
> > * Remote start
> > * Exhaust tip by ValorThis is a chrome exhaust tip. You could probably buy three of them at[/color]
> AutoZone for what they are going to charge you for this...
>
>
>[color=green]
> > * JBL in-dash 6 CD changer Â*w/nine speakers + sub woofer / hands-free
> > bluetooth phone access w/controls on steering wheel[/color]
>[color=green]
> > Well, that's the list I have recently compiled. I asked several others for
> > their opinion, and the majority suggests: Classic Silver Metallic[/color]
>[color=green]
> > Any other features not listed on the Toyota web site that might be
> > available?[/color]
>[color=green]
> > Thanks for any tips/suggestions![/color]
>[color=green]
> > I may be ready to purchase the last week of January. _________
> > ===fish===
> > ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯- Hide quoted text -- Show quoted text -[/color][/color]

On Mon, 15 Jan 2007 11:15:44 -0800, edv wrote:
[color=blue]
> Well the moonroof looks nice and you can't get in the aftermarket.[/color]

Can't argue that one.
This is one of the only options I would order. The rest I would look for
aftermarket (or try to get the salesman to 'include' it "if you really
want to make the sale..."

[color=blue]
>
> On Jan 14, 6:59Â*pm, Hachiroku ãƒ?ãƒ?ãƒ*ク <Tru...@AE86.gts> wrote:[color=green]
>> On Sun, 14 Jan 2007 23:21:38 +0000, fish wrote:[color=darkred]
>> > Here is my (currently) compiled list of options I have chosen for the RAV
>> > 4:[/color]
>>[color=darkred]
>> > Toyota RAV 4 Limited, 4x4, 5-Speed Automatic[/color]
>>[color=darkred]
>> > * Alloy wheel locks
>> > * Rear bumper applique (what is this, a bumper sticker?) * Mudguard (never
>> > had this before)I believe this is what 'color keys' the bumper to the body.[/color]
>>[color=darkred]
>> > * Cargo net (good for grocery shopping)
>> > * Emergency assistance kit (does
>> > it compare to something similar/cheaper I could buy elsewhere?)Basically a First Aid kit with a tool kit, some glow sticks, a manual or[/color]
>> two and a tirangle, IIRC. I hope it's not more than $25...
>>[color=darkred]
>> > * Carpet floor mats/cargo mat
>> > * VIP RS3200+ security system (I thought this was standard, yet it's
>> > optional)
>> > * Remote start
>> > * Exhaust tip by ValorThis is a chrome exhaust tip. You could probably buy three of them at[/color]
>> AutoZone for what they are going to charge you for this...
>>
>>
>>[color=darkred]
>> > * JBL in-dash 6 CD changer Â*w/nine speakers + sub woofer / hands-free
>> > bluetooth phone access w/controls on steering wheel[/color]
>>[color=darkred]
>> > Well, that's the list I have recently compiled. I asked several others for
>> > their opinion, and the majority suggests: Classic Silver Metallic[/color]
>>[color=darkred]
>> > Any other features not listed on the Toyota web site that might be
>> > available?[/color]
>>[color=darkred]
>> > Thanks for any tips/suggestions![/color]
>>[color=darkred]
>> > I may be ready to purchase the last week of January. _________
>> > ===fish===
>> > ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯- Hide quoted text -- Show quoted text -[/color][/color][/color]

Hachiroku ???? respectfully adds.......
[color=blue][color=green]
>> Well the moonroof looks nice and
>> you can't get in the aftermarket.[/color][/color]

Really? I hadn't considered it because it would create a wind-co-efficient
drag and not be as aerodynamic.

The style of the Prius is a perfect example of the perfect shape (ugly, but
perfect).

I find the shape of the RAV 4 to exhibit a very beautiful shape (personal
preference).
[color=blue]
> Can't argue that one.
> This is one of the only options I would order.[/color]

Hmmm.Unless you are driving with it open, bird droppings and flies could
enter your cabin, not to mention if it starts to rain.
[color=blue]
> The rest I would look for aftermarket[/color]

I will check on that!

But some features, such as the remote start and the stereo with the built-in
bluetooth with the controls on the steering wheel are pretty good features.
[color=blue]
> (or try to get the salesman to 'include' it "
> if you really want to make the sale..."[/color]

Wow, how do you manage to pull that off?

I'd be interested in knowing some negotiating secrets. :)
_________
===fish===
¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯

I think the moonroof or convertibles are not really designed for
aerodynamics. .

On Jan 15, 12:41 pm, "fish" <i.am.such.ah.f...@new.york> wrote:[color=blue]
> Hachiroku ???? respectfully adds.......
>[color=green][color=darkred]
> >> Well the moonroof looks nice and
> >> you can't get in the aftermarket.Really? I hadn't considered it because it would create a wind-co-efficient[/color][/color]
> drag and not be as aerodynamic.
>
> The style of the Prius is a perfect example of the perfect shape (ugly, but
> perfect).
>
> I find the shape of the RAV 4 to exhibit a very beautiful shape (personal
> preference).
>[color=green]
> > Can't argue that one.
> > This is one of the only options I would order.Hmmm.Unless you are driving with it open, bird droppings and flies could[/color]
> enter your cabin, not to mention if it starts to rain.
>[color=green]
> > The rest I would look for aftermarketI will check on that![/color]
>
> But some features, such as the remote start and the stereo with the built-in
> bluetooth with the controls on the steering wheel are pretty good features.
>[color=green]
> > (or try to get the salesman to 'include' it "
> > if you really want to make the sale..."Wow, how do you manage to pull that off?[/color]
>
> I'd be interested in knowing some negotiating secrets. :)
> _________
> ===fish===
> ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯[/color]

"edv" <edramirventura@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1168906516.941940.292770@m58g2000cwm.googlegroups.com...
I think the moonroof or convertibles are not really designed for
aerodynamics. .

Hence the lack of one on a Prius. (along w/its roofline)

Cathy


On Jan 15, 12:41 pm, "fish" <i.am.such.ah.f...@new.york> wrote:[color=blue]
> Hachiroku ???? respectfully adds.......
>[color=green][color=darkred]
> >> Well the moonroof looks nice and
> >> you can't get in the aftermarket.Really? I hadn't considered it
> >> because it would create a wind-co-efficient[/color][/color]
> drag and not be as aerodynamic.
>
> The style of the Prius is a perfect example of the perfect shape (ugly,
> but
> perfect).
>
> I find the shape of the RAV 4 to exhibit a very beautiful shape (personal
> preference).
>[color=green]
> > Can't argue that one.
> > This is one of the only options I would order.Hmmm.Unless you are
> > driving with it open, bird droppings and flies could[/color]
> enter your cabin, not to mention if it starts to rain.
>[color=green]
> > The rest I would look for aftermarketI will check on that![/color]
>
> But some features, such as the remote start and the stereo with the
> built-in
> bluetooth with the controls on the steering wheel are pretty good
> features.
>[color=green]
> > (or try to get the salesman to 'include' it "
> > if you really want to make the sale..."Wow, how do you manage to
> > pull that off?[/color]
>
> I'd be interested in knowing some negotiating secrets. :)
> _________
> ===fish===
> ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯[/color]

On Mon, 15 Jan 2007 20:41:09 +0000, fish wrote:
[color=blue]
> Hachiroku ???? respectfully adds.......
>[color=green][color=darkred]
>>> Well the moonroof looks nice and
>>> you can't get in the aftermarket.[/color][/color]
>
> Really? I hadn't considered it because it would create a wind-co-efficient
> drag and not be as aerodynamic.[/color]

Bah...look at the Scion tC. Looks good, and it's nice driving with it open..


[color=blue]
>
> The style of the Prius is a perfect example of the perfect shape (ugly,
> but perfect).
>
> I find the shape of the RAV 4 to exhibit a very beautiful shape (personal
> preference).
>[color=green]
>> Can't argue that one.
>> This is one of the only options I would order.[/color]
>
> Hmmm.Unless you are driving with it open, bird droppings and flies could
> enter your cabin, not to mention if it starts to rain.[/color]

You'd have a REAL lot of trouble with one of these, then!

[url]http://binrock.net/photos/p/1454[/url]

But then again, I don't drive mine in the rain, and the one time I got
close to getting caught in rain, I got home 5 minutes before it started.

And, it's manual...open the trunk...get the roof...bolt it in place...

But, no bird droppings...yet...

And gas mileage? Driving one of these, who cares?!?!?! ;)


[color=blue]
>[color=green]
>> The rest I would look for aftermarket[/color]
>
> I will check on that!
>
> But some features, such as the remote start and the stereo with the
> built-in bluetooth with the controls on the steering wheel are pretty good
> features.[/color]

Do you have a bluetooth enabled phone? Or headset or something?
The controls in the wheel are ok. I have a Sony CD player that a stalk
type remote is available for...it mounts like an aftermarket cruise
control.
[color=blue]
>[color=green]
>> (or try to get the salesman to 'include' it " if you really want to
>> make the sale..."[/color]
>
> Wow, how do you manage to pull that off?[/color]

This is tough...if there are a LOT of RAV4s on the lot, you have some
leverage. I was always buying Corolla SR5s, the GTS, and I tried to get an
MR2...all high demand cars when they were new. No room to bargain. But I
*DID* talk them out of the ADMU (Additional Dealer Mark-Up) that's charged
when they have a high demand car on the lot.

Luckily, Scion doesn't play that way...

[color=blue]
>
> I'd be interested in knowing some negotiating secrets. :) _________
> ===fish===
> ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯[/color]

Hachiroku ???? respectfully adds...
[color=blue]
> Do you have a bluetooth enabled phone?[/color]

Yes, and I have yet to use this feature since upgrading the phone last year.
:)
_________
===fish===
¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯

On Tue, 16 Jan 2007 03:14:47 +0000, fish wrote:
[color=blue]
> Hachiroku ???? respectfully adds...
>[color=green]
>> Do you have a bluetooth enabled phone?[/color]
>
> Yes, and I have yet to use this feature since upgrading the phone last
> year.
> :)
> _________
> ===fish===
> ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯[/color]


Ah...ok, then that makes sense.

The tC is the first car I haven't replaced the stereo in within 5 weeks...

Did the speakers, though! ;)