For 200K, I want a Vios. Please advice if my preference is correct.

**Allan_** · April 12th, 2017 02:56 PM

I'm expecting my first born baby in 4 weeks. I'm living at Muntinlupa but my parents were in Antipolo.
So probably I had to bring my baby to them at least twice a month.

In terms of FC and maintenance, ok ba yung decision ko to pursue a 2nd Hand Vios. Di ko pa kaya mag monthly ng 10-15k kasi may House and Lot pa kong binabayaran.

**_Cathy_** · April 12th, 2017 03:00 PM

It's a practical choice

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**jvnj** · April 12th, 2017 04:20 PM

Originally Posted by Allan_

I'm expecting my first born baby in 4 weeks. I'm living at Muntinlupa but my parents were in Antipolo.
So probably I had to bring my baby to them at least twice a month.

In terms of FC and maintenance, ok ba yung decision ko to pursue a 2nd Hand Vios. Di ko pa kaya mag monthly ng 10-15k kasi may House and Lot pa kong binabayaran.

Its actually a good choice. Personally, I prefer the E or G variant with an automatic transmission. Automatics are very convenient in these traffic infested roads. Also, automatics are rarely to none, used as taxi's, its the manual Manong drivers usually use. Just be sure to check the mechanicals, and having a trusted mechanic buddy during inspections is a plus.

**ronw123w124** · April 12th, 2017 04:47 PM

You'll never go wrong with a Vios, but with your budget of 200k, pwede lang siguro yan sa 1st gen Vios and also be prepared na may mga pagawain na yan.

**vinj** · April 12th, 2017 05:11 PM

Originally Posted by ronw123w124

You'll never go wrong with a Vios, but with your budget of 200k, pwede lang siguro yan sa 1st gen Vios and also be prepared na may mga pagawain na yan.

Agree here. Spend around 150-175K for a unit then set aside budget for repairs and general maintenance.

Try to find a unit that has service records (whether CASA or not).

**Allan_** · April 12th, 2017 05:26 PM

Originally Posted by vinj

Agree here. Spend around 150-175K for a unit then set aside budget for repairs and general maintenance.

Try to find a unit that has service records (whether CASA or not).

Thanks for oyur comments.

Actually my cash on hand is at 250K, I already setting the 50K aside just in case (repairs, maintanance or docs.)

Ang Vios J (2010-2012) ba eh malaki ang difference sa VIOS E (2008-2010)?. With my budget etong 2 model na to ang malimit makita sa sites (Tsikot,OLX and Philkotse).

**vinj** · April 12th, 2017 06:27 PM

Are you looking for a manual or automatic unit?

The Vios 1.3 E M/T of a 2007 to 2010 vintage would be good. This already has ABS which for me is an important safety feature.

OLX prices, reduce it by 25K up to 50K and that would be the selling price to go for, IMO. Take your time and look at several units. Plus points for one that is owned and being sold by the original registered owner, has original paint on all panels, and service records.

When you get to buy one, check the suspension, change all fluids (oil, brake, transmission, coolant) and filters, do a tune-up. Have an electrical shop also check the auxiliary fan to make sure it still functions well and strong. You may also want to replace the crankshaft position sensor, water pump, aux fan, and serpentine belt if the mileage and age of the unit has already racked up (as preventive measure).

**cjcrystal** · April 18th, 2017 06:15 PM

Originally Posted by ronw123w124

You'll never go wrong with a Vios, but with your budget of 200k, pwede lang siguro yan sa 1st gen Vios and also be prepared na may mga pagawain na yan.

tama, yung Vios "robin"

**niky** · April 20th, 2017 04:57 PM

Goes without saying: Avoid taxis or airport taxis.

Beat to hell and back.

Previous generation Vios, best to have a mechanic along with you to check the cooling system and engine. These models had insufficient cooling. The current gen is much more robust, but in retuning the engine, Toyota made it a bit... thirsty.

**vinj** · April 21st, 2017 10:16 AM

Originally Posted by niky

Goes without saying: Avoid taxis or airport taxis.

Beat to hell and back.

Previous generation Vios, best to have a mechanic along with you to check the cooling system and engine. These models had insufficient cooling. The current gen is much more robust, but in retuning the engine, Toyota made it a bit... thirsty.

With our previous Gen Vios (2007-2014), i just keep watch on the condition of the aux fan (and i had a spare aux fan assembly on-hand already when the car was getting someone old). Also change the coolant and radiator cap every 40,000kms. At 150,000kms so far so good. I like the quality of the interior plastics of this generation over the current model but i do agree that the current model seems to drive faster (i rented one for barnstorming Cebu Island a month ago).