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I'm pondering the various options available on the 2004 Corolla, as I think I've settled on that model. I'm basically seeing what combinations I could do, whether it would make more sense economically to go for the S or the LE, bla bla. Most of the more cosmetic ones I need to find out what, exactly, they are or look like before I could tell if I want them or not.
The main I'm waffling on is the side airbags. They're not a trivial cost (~$200) and I don't know whether I really want them or need them. Anyone have any sites/references/experiences that would sway me in either direction?
I'm also trying to make the same decision on cruise control (it's the same price, actually). I find I have to constantly adjust my speed when I drive, so cruise control wouldn't be able to do its thing, and I've never wished for it. But then again, as I expect to own the car for ten years at least, the day might come that I'd want to use it, and be annoyed that I hadn't bought it. So I don't know.
I also wish I knew what they meant by "heavy-duty heater", which I can only get by buying a certain package (although it's a relatively cheap one). Is that something I might be glad I bought when I take this car to Canada with me, or would the regular one be just fine? I have the feeling Toyota is not going to be willing or able to provide me with BTU ratings, here. :)
The main I'm waffling on is the side airbags. They're not a trivial cost (~$200) and I don't know whether I really want them or need them. Anyone have any sites/references/experiences that would sway me in either direction?
I'm also trying to make the same decision on cruise control (it's the same price, actually). I find I have to constantly adjust my speed when I drive, so cruise control wouldn't be able to do its thing, and I've never wished for it. But then again, as I expect to own the car for ten years at least, the day might come that I'd want to use it, and be annoyed that I hadn't bought it. So I don't know.
I also wish I knew what they meant by "heavy-duty heater", which I can only get by buying a certain package (although it's a relatively cheap one). Is that something I might be glad I bought when I take this car to Canada with me, or would the regular one be just fine? I have the feeling Toyota is not going to be willing or able to provide me with BTU ratings, here. :)
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Date: Mar. 25th, 2004 02:49 pm (UTC)From:I didn't know they made front air bags standard, but I did know that they make side airbags. Side curtain and airbags, and side something or other airbags. But because I already know that front airbags are dangerous for me, I would assume that the same holds true for side airbags as well, and that they can be dangerous. The side curtain airbags are the ones that protects you from smashing your head into the window. I've no idea how effective they are... I'm sorry:/