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)
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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