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-mike-
Yesterday, while driving on AZ I-10 I saw a auto transporter heading East, presumably to Phx., with a load a Scions. The trailer had on it a tC in a brilliant silver color which I presume is the new Classic Silver Metallic. In my opinion it was a much improved color over the '05 silver...it reminded me of the silver on the Mazda RX8 or a silver Porsche...looked good! Decisions, decisions, etc. Heard today that my '06 White should arrive in two weeks.
Just a guess.
Meanwhile I read that some people have already taken delivery on their 06 tC's....
-mike-
thanks BB
For details, the cruise control had not been on and the car was thoroughly warmed up.
The car was brought to a Toyota dealer where the car was driven and I was told nothing was wrong with the car (ha).
Has anyone heard of this problem?
I saw a couple of other posts implying that the throttle was electronically controlled (drive by wire) rather than mechanically controlled. Is this true?
Thanks Dave C
I assume you have an automatic trans BTW.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Is the 2006 model out yet for Scion? I have no Toyota history..was always a Nissan/Datsun gal but since Nissan has nothing in that class anymore, it's time for a change.
So far I've read problems with 3rd gear manual (I would want automatic), a "stupid" radio cover that sounds like they didn't "get" what would work for people and how stupid it looks open, a problem with the sun roof coming loose, rattling, creaking, cracking, etc. which is of concern (have a full pop up moon roof on the Nissan, never a hiss all these years) and the hatchback rattling/clicking sounds as well as a few other things. Coming from a very quiet 13 year old car, I'm sure some of this would bug me so hoping to hear there are improvements in the new model. Thanks for any input.
I also posted this in one other thread..wasn't sure where it should go....
That aside, I hope the tC's do not suffer from the build issues I am facing with my Celica. The car is just a year and a half old and the sunroof fabric shade creaks incessantly, both the door handles rattle with the music, there are wierd creaks at low rpms from the underside and the transmission makes wierd sounds while compression braking. The part that hurts the most, the dealership refuses to correct any of these. In case of the creaks and rattles, they say it isnt under warranty. And in other cases, they refuse to acknowledge that there is any problem! Toyota's may be reliable in the long run, but the tweaks and rattles are all in there!
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How is the stereo system on this car? Anyone get the subwoofer? I think I would get maybe the lip spoiler but NOT the pedastal..that is a nightmare on Mitsubishi Eclipses as it blocks view out of back. The ground effects maybe too. And the mats..always get those. And security system.
What color is everyone's favorite? I think I will look into a 2006 BUT NOT until they go through the first few shipments of them in case there are new bugs and to see if old bugs are fixed.
Would love to hear ANY input on this car and these questions...I still don't know how Scion came to be from Toyota...is it American Toyota? Gonna research that now.
To the guy with all the questions, there is a hard cover over the hatch area. And, the lip spoiler looks nice, and reasonably subtle. Someone that parks near me has one on a blue (the darker) one, and it looks good. I like that color in person.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Does anyone have XM? You have to pay a fee every month right? Haven't really research it much. The ipod attachment might be fun..just have to get an ipod now LOL. It seems they are changing the blue for 2006? stickguy...did you see the 2005 blue or 2006? Seems the 2006 first shipment is just coming out. I sure hope folks post here about any discoveries/experiences with the first ones shipped. I am always a bit worried to buy at the very beginning of a year for a car. And this being only the second year for Scion...but so far it seems as close to my old 240SX as I'll probably ever get for the money. Though the ride and "silence" may not be there. They said they redesigned the "head" of the stereo..not sure if that means that door flap or not..anyone know. I apologize for posting in the wrong thread and posting a report from scion's web site here...got me in trouble with the board moderators. Ooops. Hope to see more posts here about the 2006 Scion TC.
The headunit is the stereo itself. I imagine the cover will be the same.
For XM, yes you pay a monthly subscription fee (I believe about $7-$10 now, depending on how long a term you pay for).
The options, if you order them up front, are actually supposed to be put on at the port (delivery center), so they are on the car when the dealer gets it. But, the dealer can also add most (if not all) of them if you decide to get them after they already have the car. So yes, pick out a good dealer, especially since the price is probably going to be the same no matter where you buy.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Does anyone know if the BASE stereo unit on the 2006s has a rotary volume knob?
-Chris
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
I got all the extras on the car including ground effects kit and spoiler. The spoiler does block your rear view a bit - but I'll adjust. I love the quik get up & go even with the air running full blast. It has a bit of a hesitation but finds its power pretty darn quick.
Check it out & tell me what you think. TFL.
http://groups.msn.com/HeresYourFriends/mynewscion.msnw?action=ShowPhoto&PhotoID=870
I wonder what others feel about the gauges on the dash..to me they seem very drab (as did Mitsubishi ones)...compared to several other cars I looked at. Do you all agree? Talking about the speedometer, etc.
Looked at a friend's new Civic today...yes a lot less engine but it sure looked sharp but didn't have some of the goodies the TC does on either side of the hood LOL.
About the ground effects..does that give the car less ground clearance? I have a steep driveway as I posted before and my 240SX bites it often, my Z3 sometimes so just wondering.
To me my Nissan 240SX had it all...but alas after 13 years I gotta move on....
The pics on scion.com per their email to me are actual shots of 2006 TC model (only TC has updated 2006 pics) - this is in both the "build your own" section and the gallery.
Anyway..thanks again for the info!
My other/practical car is a Nissan 240SX 1993 which I LOVE. I've had it this long because I've never had any problems with it and I've never found a car I liked as much.
That being said...age is catching up with 'er and while I love the convertible BMW for long trips and "fun" I need a more practical/affordable everyday car now.
As most have seen here, I am very interested in the Scion TC but just saw the new 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS which is comparable in many ways now including engine size, horsepower, tire size (Mit a bit wider?) and even audio on the steering wheel..with the incredible option package that includes a 650 watt stereo that is.
So...I'd love any input or discussion on this comparison. Compared to the 2005 Eclipse..the TC was for sure the winner...the 2006 not so sure now..mainly because now they really are much more comparable, at least when I "build" them each with everything I want. And yeah I'm a sucker for powerful stereo systems.
The TC wins though for being a bit more roomy in the back seat AND for cargo hauling with my favorite...HATCHBACK. And if I get that stereo and other upgrades package in the Mitsu...it includes a huge component that goes in the trunk..one reason I wasn't gonna get the subwoofer in the TC.
I priced them both out with ALL options I would want. My TC gets to about $20K, the Eclipse GS right at $22K. Both have MP3 player, steering wheel audio controls, etc. I don't own an IPOD so no concern there.
A couple of questions I hope folks can answer here for me. I am very short...and in test drives of Eclipse's / Spyders before..I noticed a huge problem with lack of visibility out of the rear window due to the curve and what used to be a way too tall spoiler...like the pedastal one offered for the TC. The 2006 Eclipse GS still has the odd curve/shaped windown but the huge spoiler looks to be gone and replaced by a lip one similar to what is available also for the TC.
Would LOVE to hear from other SHORT women re: the TC (and/or 2006 Eclipse if they've tested one out). And from anyone who has reviewed the 2006 models for both vehicles. THANKS!
As for powerful stereo systems, I like wiring custom systems. (I wonder how hard it would be to integrate an aftermarket amp into, for example, the base system? That way, you'd still have the controls on the wheel....) If you like bass, you can pretty easily add a subwoofer onto an existing system too... but I have to admit, I like the "hidden" subwoofer design for the Scion. Less mess.
I think that the tC is a neat car. I've just about convinced myself that it has enough passenger room in the back seat (though I want to look at that again), but as others have said earlier in the topic, I wish it had a bit more performance. I would like to try a manual shift model, though. In the smaller cars, sometimes manual makes a big difference. (Unfortunately, the local dealer has virtually nothing to look at, much less a manual...)
I think if I were stuck with a <$20k price, this would be my top pick, but I can afford something more as well. I just have a problem spending a lot of money on a car. :-) Ah, decisions, decisions....
I still wonder WHY OH WHY Nissan quit the 240SX hatchback line..the reliability factor and resale value alone justifies it. I waited for YEARS to see what they would come up with only to be hugely disappointed with the 350...too much money, too little car (as is space, etc).
Neither of the other two have the hatchback which I don't know if I could "live" without...the cargo abilitiy with it is truly amazing...even though trunks have seats that fold down too there is usually a "hard top" that limits the true vertical cargo space.