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Had a great night out, thanks heaps guys... Was fantastic to be able to meet up with you all and I'll certainly do it again next time I'm here.

I think u should fotoshop it and see how it would look... if you do put it on take pics and post it... where do u get them from? there was an aurion with a bonnet scoop on carsales a while back... IMHO it made it look too much like a commodore... I'll see if I can dig up some pics when I get home in a couple of days

What time do you guys normally get there? topic says 9?

I've used them on a few occasions.. I have no evidence that they work except to say on 4 trips from sydney to noosa at night, I've never once seen a roo but I have hit a few rabbits just across the border... I don't believe they actually work, but 'eh, for $7 it wasn't a big expense to try.

QLD is the place to be if you have an Aurion... unlike the Sydney squad that seems to be focussed around ZRE's :P If you are coming from the Sunny Coast, just be aware not to expect too much. Our meets are nice and simple and can sometimes end up having only a few people turn up. It's just that the drive is a little on the long side and the meet might not leave you satisfied. Who would drive such a distance just for a meet . Not a problem mate... I'll be there...

Me and the missus are up on the sunshine coast ATM, so we'll be coming along to the meet if there are no problems with that... Keen to meet up with our QLD squad.

I think I spotted hidden taco on flushcombe rd at blacktown around 930 tonight... Was coming out of a side street so only got a quick look

Congrats mate. I got mine from Hertz, never regretted the decision. Enjoy the drive.

Well, I got the car back today, finally, heres what went down: Drivers window leaks when raining - NFF not sure how they could not see water pouring into the window, but I'll take it up again next time Drivers window makes alot of noise going up and down - Electric motor replaced Centre Console lid flops about (does not lock into place) - Actually forgot to tell them about this one Rattle in dash (third attempt at getting this fixed) - Have to rebook Rattle in aircon - replaced vents Rattle in overhead console (not major, but I complained about it while the car was there) - they did something, not sure, sound is gone Cavitation noise in power steering even though it has high fluid level - NFF - never heard a healthy system make that kind of noise, but they claim it to be OK Chatter in steering when nearing full lock at low speed. - NFF Transmission flare (I was told there is a software update to fix this) - Replaced TCM Assy, haven't had a chance to check whether it is fixed or not VVTI Oil Line (Got the recall notice) - Done Shocks hiss over bumps, car dips in N/F/S over bumps (not sure if they'll tell me this is consumable) - NFF, shocks are apparently in good cond.

Oh and meanwhile driving the wifes Mazda 2 is PAINFUL, it's like driving a helium filled baloon. It's way too light and loves to sway in the wind. :)

So I dropped my car in at toyota (Terry Shields) today... The fellow was not impressed with the amount of complaints I had about the car... below is a list Drivers window leaks when raining Drivers window makes alot of noise going up and down Centre Console lid flops about (does not lock into place) Rattle in dash (third attempt at getting this fixed) Rattle in aircon Rattle in overhead console (not major, but I complained about it while the car was there) Cavitation noise in power steering even though it has high fluid level Chatter in steering when nearing full lock at low speed. Transmission flare (I was told there is a software update to fix this) VVTI Oil Line (Got the recall notice) Shocks hiss over bumps, car dips in N/F/S over bumps (not sure if they'll tell me this is consumable) I'm assuming they'll fix atleast some of these problems as I got a call at 4pm today to tell me the car won't be ready until late tomorrow. My usual experience is that a service is a same day thing with Terry Shields.

Had my first service at Terry shields and also a couple of warranty repairs... Apart from the odd **** they're really quiet good

Thanks guys... The price I got was from lander... I called Terry shields and got a price $150 less so I booked in with them

As mentioned in another post here... My aurion has just hit 75000km and is due for it's third service since I've owned it... In the past I've had one done by Toyota and another done by an independant mechanic... I personally found that Toyota did a more thorough service in checking and adjusting the little things but I was wondering if this is just a case of a bad selection on my part for the last service I have a quote from Toyota for this service of 430 which is about double what most mechanics have quoted and I'm leaning toward them based on the previous quality I have received from them... So the point of this post... What is the opinion of tocau members on where to get the car serviced? I should also mention that it would be more convenient for me to go to Toyota but not mandatory as I have some warranty issues I want them to fix

Just hit 75,000 on my 07 model.

Few reasons for that... Firstly, they are way overpriced, even with the staff discount... I got quoted over $2000 to insure the Aurion. Secondly, It becomes painful to put in a claim when you're dealing with an insurance company your spouse works for (they seem to pay special attention to these even though I'd never put in a claim thats not on the level)

There are a few threads on Toyota Insurance... But the most relevent information can probably be found here: http://www.ioi-sonpo.co.jp/en/comp_profile.html as they underwrite for Toyota Insurance. I've not dealt with them personally, but as my wife and her workmates tell me, the NRMA pay out on more claims. (she works for them) Having said that, I'm insured with GIO and have not made a claim since switching from Shannons (painful!!!)

A P plater who knows how to save ;) I own my car. :) As for problems with the cops... Only the occasional one that can't tell the difference between a TRD (Supercharged) and a Sportivo... Get left alone ALOT more than when I had my commodore.

I leave my car in the sun... I took it for a drive last week and the darned rear view mirror fell off the windshield! Only cost $25 to get it reattached, so I wasn't that concerned.

I'd buy 10 more Aurions mate, they are a golden car.. Since my last posting, I've learned to live with the Transmission flare issue, it's only ever occurs on the first shift on a COLD morning and after 70,000km I've noticed no performance degradation in the transmission at all other than that issue.

Spoed a real interesting black Camry grande in the prospect woolworths carparkhead black with gun metal rims, aurion spoiler, roof spoiler and some unique looking eyelidst

Would be keen to see that!

Spotted lev11n on Knox rd doonside at around 1030 this morning... Ride is looking very nice mate

Actually guys, slightly off topic - Yesterday I took my Aurion for a run for the first time in about a week... cranked up the Aircon and noticed that there were some very acidic fumes coming from the aircon vents, has anyone had this problem? If so is there an easy fix or should I be taking this to toyota?

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