I special ordered two months ago a 2006 Matrix (2WD XR model) with Vehicle Stability Control, ABS, and Option Package #1 (which does not include a moonroof). I need to stay away from the moonroof because the extra 1.7 inches of extra headroom is precious.
I was contacted today by the dealer to tell me that there is no way that Toyota will make the setup I requested (despite it within normal combinations allowed).
So what was the issue that kept me from getting my special order fulfilled? I thought it might be the VSC on a 2WD model.
But amazingly, I was told there was no way to get Toyota to put antilock brakes on a 2006 XR 2WD Matrix without the Extra Value Package #2 which includes 16" alloy wheels w/ P205/55R16 tires, cruise control, integrated foglamps, color-keyed front/rear underbody spoilers, and (unfortunately) a moonroof.
This is 2005. Anything above a base model, especially with any option package, should be including ABS!!! I'm certainly disappointed.
Also, I was also told Toyota is suffering somewhat of a shortage of engines for Corollas and Matrix's (Matrices?). They aren't spending much time with any special orders on either of these vehicles due to normal demand.
Bud H
2006 TOYOTA MATRIX XR 2WD (AUTO)1912 2WD Sport Matrix Wagon 4-Door (Automatic Transmission)
8P4 Indigo Ink Pearl (exterior color) FB13 Stone (cloth interior)------------------------------------------------------------------------- Z1 Accessory Pkg, Preferred (PIO) SP Extra Value Pkg #1 - (includes Cruise Control, Color-Keyed Front/Rear Underbody Spoilers, Integrated Foglamps) CK All Weather Guard Package PO Power Pkg AB Braking System, F&R Anti-Lock EF Bumper Protector, Rear (PIO) C1 Cargo Mat (PIO) CF Floor Mats, F&R (PIO) EV Radio, AM/FM Stereo w/6-Disc CD Changer in Dash BE Restraint System, F&R Head Curtain & Front Side Impact Air Bag V5 Security System, VIP RS3200 Plus (PIO) VS Stability Control, Vehicle . Standard & XR 2WD w/Auto Trans AW Wheels, 16" Aluminum RW Wiper, Intermittent Rear Window TIRES (4) P205/55R16