Welcome to all owners of Toyota Fortuner [ARCHIVED]

**andre** · September 26th, 2005 08:02 AM

D para your ready to get away from bad elements.

**attynorby** · September 26th, 2005 11:59 AM

Originally Posted by bolantoy

To D or not to D
Frequently shifting from D to N and vice versa, however, puts strain on the gearbox and its electronically controlled solenoids. In the long run, this may result in premature failure of some components, and a hefty repair bill. It’s also a common misconception that holding the car with the brakes leads to additional wear and tear on the braking parts. Since the car is stationary, there is no friction between the pads and discs, so there is no extra wear.

...but the manual does not reveal such effect; the manual even states/suggests otherwise to prevent damage to the disc.

**attynorby** · September 26th, 2005 12:03 PM

Originally Posted by vicoyski

Amazing!

I guess the 2.5G has a good power to weight ratio. What's your percentage of city and highway driving?

So far, the highest I've gotten with my 3.0V is 8.6km/li. This is for approximately 20% highway and 80% city driving.

40% highway; 60% city.

**attynorby** · September 26th, 2005 12:12 PM

Originally Posted by Monseratto

According to Toyota Pasong Tamo, its only 40T for the Fortuner. It will come into effect October 3. Also Innova (20T) and Altis (10T) are affected. Vios not subject to increase and word is that they are exhausting inventory cuz a revamped version will be coming out.

I see. Swerte na ng mga may unit. Almost covers the financing charge. Yari na pag may E-VAT pa. Those are the reasons (price increase and E-VAT) why lots of expectant owners feel MORE agitated.

**dubeditions** · September 26th, 2005 01:15 PM

4tuner

**Vmax** · September 26th, 2005 08:03 PM

Hi guys, at long last the agent called us this morning to inform us that our unit's ready. Good timing because the unit price will increase by 40k at the end of the week. I'll post the pictures when she's parked in our garage.

**beebs** · September 26th, 2005 09:38 PM

Originally Posted by Vmax

Hi guys, at long last the agent called us this morning to inform us that our unit's ready. Good timing because the unit price will increase by 40k at the end of the week. I'll post the pictures when she's parked in our garage.

congrats! what variant, pang-ilan ka sa pila and saan dealer mo? thanks

**beebs** · September 26th, 2005 09:52 PM

guess what peeps, had a chat with the regional mktg officer of metrobank and he said they filed a formal complaint with toyota motor phils re dealers forcing clients to get in-house financing, kelseats and dvds. they cited blackmailing and not giving the clients the freedom to choose their preferred financing schemes. he cited OTIS as their number one enemy. to fellow future fortuner owners, don'tworry kung nakapila kayo sa dealers na nagte-take advantage kasi malapit na matapos ang maliligayang araw nila.

**bolantoy** · September 26th, 2005 10:11 PM

Originally Posted by attynorby

...but the manual does not reveal such effect; the manual even states/suggests otherwise to prevent damage to the disc.

baka depende sa make ng vehicle.

**number001** · September 26th, 2005 11:16 PM

Originally Posted by beebs

guess what peeps, had a chat with the regional mktg officer of metrobank and he said they filed a formal complaint with toyota motor phils re dealers forcing clients to get in-house financing, kelseats and dvds. they cited blackmailing and not giving the clients the freedom to choose their preferred financing schemes. he cited OTIS as their number one enemy. to fellow future fortuner owners, don'tworry kung nakapila kayo sa dealers na nagte-take advantage kasi malapit na matapos ang maliligayang araw nila.

Quite ironic for something like this to come from someone working for Metrobank and to think Metrobank is a big shareholder in Toyota Motors Phil (the manufacturers of Toyota in the Phils).

Another irony, a friend of mine made a reservation for the Fortuner last May at Toyota Cubao Inc. (A Metrobank owned dealer) and last month they were told to get IHF (In-house financing) as a mandatory requisite to get their unit. I swear this is true. Btw, instead they settled for a unit from a competing brand, after being so fed up with this racket. They have been deceived since last May.

In the end it becomes quite clear that they (Metrobank) just want to rid themselves of some competition (Otis), particularly the sleazest ones that are stealing them of customers to "victimize". Anyways, it serves Otis right, for their day shall come to an end NOW.