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Toyota Solara Convertible - 2004 and Newer
icangelat03
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Wondering if anyone out there has information/pictures on the new model Toyota Solara convertible?
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Is Toyota talking about it's features/options, or is it the usual "veiled secret"?
Sounds like they were wrong.
Also, it will be offered in the SE or SLE trim levels with a 225hp V6 engine mated to a 5-speed automatic.
The top is "one button" automatic with a full glass rear window.
There should be press photos on the web by tomorrow the latest.
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Amen to that!
"Amen to that!"
...assuming, of course, that the public decides to abandon style in favor of a droopy-looking SC430 knock-off. But then again, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, I guess.
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the all-new 2004 Camry Solara Convertible, the 2004 MR2 Spyder mid-engine sports car and the 2004 Celica sport coupe equipped with the Action Package. The MR2 Spyder and Celica with Action Package go on sale at the end of February while the Solara Convertible will arrive at dealerships at the end of March. The improved value of the 2004 Solara Convertible is reflected in its pricing. The 2004 SE starts at $25,950, which is $2095, or 7.5 percent, less than the 2003 model. The SLE with all of its standard equipment is positioned $1075, or 3.5 percent, less than the 2003 model with a base MSRP of $29,450.
Still no updated Toyota web site, anyone know when that might happen.
1. I am switching from a Benz SLK230 to the Solara and I am not used to the soft top. In the pictures of the Solara, you see that cover over the top when the top is down. Is that something you put on manually? Anyone know?
2. Has anyone seen brochures specifically on the convertible? It is still hard to find specifics on the car (i.e. the Toyota site, auto mags).
I am really looking forward to getting this car. I know there are mixed reviews on the design, but after seeing it at the Chicago Auto Show, I am convinced that this is a well-designed car. Much improved over prior years - I would not have even considered it before.
Back to the photos.. a few show the car with the top folded in the boot w/o a soft toneau..my assumption..it is a soft boot cover that will store nicely in the garage. My dealer (talked to him yesterday) says there is still no info, he has my production date and anticipated arrival. Will have the vin by next week.
I am rolling the dice on this: as the "actual" cars show up on the allocation sheets, I am hoping I can get a better idea as to the color availability..we will see what happens...Still not quite ragtop weather here in New England..so if we have to wait a few weeks, we will..
I can't tell how the soft top being covered. Like a cover will be raised and drop back when the top is up and down.
I refuse to pay MSRP+ or accept some other color/interior combo that I don't want. I understand the "buzz" and it's going to be popular car, deservedly so. Still it sounds like one of those cases where it may be a good idea to take a deep breath and relax.
It's been 18 years since I bought my last new car. I think I can wait another year for the burn off. :-)
What's my point? It will be a very long while- prehaps never, that these cars will be stacked up and heavily discounted...Or even discounted at all.
In the Northeast, the last generation ragtop was very rare, and usually sold at sticker or above for its entire production run. Also, the first generation recieved warm reviews at best, being a true "hack job", with ASC doing the conversion. They certainly do the best they can do, but the first generation was not designed to have its roof sawed off, so there only so much one can do to an external structure.
Take a look on Autotrader, do a nationwide search for a first generation convertible, first, note the lack of NATIONWIDE inventory, also note the asking prices. Simple supply and demand economics.
(I won't be back - just mentioning how much I dislike this design. And yes, its all very subjective and individual - just expressing an opinion.)
Has anyone heard when these cars will start rolling into dealerships? I know my actual order will not arrive until April, but I would like to see one even before that. Any other updates?
Anyway, we looked at dk stone at a local dealer (in a coupe) and it looks pretty good with black so we are going to take it. Dealer had a good point, chances are a black car with a tan interior will usually come with a tan roof (yuk)..especially early in the production run. As soon as I know more, I will post it.
Toyota is really being quiet with this intro...
I ordered mine from my local dealership and have not heard anything recently from the salespeople.