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Its roomy.
The back seat is huge.
The stereo.
The seats are very comfortable.
The transmission (manual) is just about ideal.
Handles great for a big square. (Cannot speak for xBs without the front strut brace)
Gets decent gas mileage. Low 31.4 High 34
Back cup holder makes wonderful cell phone holder.
Dash cup holder makes good place for sunglasses.
Negatives:
Resistant to bumps could be better. The alignment of the car is tossed back and forth.
The car tends to be blown around in higher speeds (80) and windy days.
Back window scratches easily, I have a new one. However, this came from driving with something hitting it.
There is no gas cap holder on fuel door.
BTW, crazedcommuter, isn't the aftermarket armrest really easy to put in? Clamps to your seat track or something like that?
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
I'll get to the question.. Does anyone know how I go about removing my automatic shift knob so that I can replace it with something a little more jazzy? I'm looking to replace it with one of the OXB shift knobs. Do I need any additional parts for installation?
Thanks!
1. Is black cherry that hard to find?
2. Is it true that they can't order a xb for you?
3. How does the paint hold up and does it get real dirty looking?
as long as they have your money, he thinks he can keep your business. If you think he's trying to keep you there to get the white one, then take your money and see how he responds.
you can also check inventories online from the scion website
any dark color that's not silver or grey is going to be dirty looking if you don't wash it.
So, I would suggest that you check out what tires you're riding on and get back to me. I don't think any owner would be willing to purchase any make or model of vehicle with tires that are out of date before you drive off the lot and moreover, can't be replaced if necessary with the same exact tire.
Not sure about the roll bar. I think you might be looking at an "anti-roll" bar? Might be showing my advanced age, but a "roll bar" is installed in a race car interior in case yo uroll over!
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
http://www.scionarmrest.com/home.html
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
I hope everyone is having a blast with their tC, I know I am!!
Did anyone have experience with the doc fees? How much is fair? The Scion dealer charges me about $140 (forgot the exact number).
Thanks in advance.
I've seen regular dealers charge anywhere from $149-$399.
I think you did fine but that's my 2c
I'm not even sure what my dealer's fee was. :confuse:
I have ordered an xB to be delivered to my dealer about the 20th of May. I would like to 17" wheels to it after I pick it up. Are there more problems that are caused by this conversion that outweigh the good looks? Any advice about tire size? The salesman at NTB advised a 235/45 because the 205 would be a very rough ride. I am hoping that someone has tried this conversion and can help me out with their experience.
I'm waiting on a silver colored tC with side current airbags. Its scheduled to arrive in early June. I must confess that I'm having a hard time deciding what options I really want. Although I told the dealer I wanted the body kit I'm now of the opinion that the front nose mask is more important than the body kit. The nose mask is not compatible with the body kit and I don't think it's worth $1000.00. I think the 18" rims are a better choice than the body kit. I would hate for them to install anything at the port of entry until I sign the final paperwork.
The port is much more responsible than the service department can ever hope to be. This is true where I bought mind. The stupid dealership's service dept. scratched mind after I took the car back for an alignment and they did not care that they did it either.
It appears that you are having trouble deciding on how it looks before you purchase, therefore you want to check it out before you add certain options. This doesn't apply to what I got on the car.
I'm considering buying at new TC at the local dealership.
It currently only has the airbags as an installed extra option. He said you can add all kinds of accessories if you want. I am really wondering if these accessories are really worth it for them to install or if I should just buy them and install them myself after the fact. Also I am not sure of the quality of these after market vendors. These are the specific options I'm considering:
Front Strut Tie Bar by Hotchkis Performance ($225)
Exaust System($525) how is this different from the TRD sport muffler?
AEM Cold Air Induction ( no price)
Scion Security?? ($469) really gives no description as to what this exactly is
Thanks in advance.
Here is what I found at their website for the under "Sound Systems":
We went to Pioneer, one of the leading names in sound, to create an audio experience that allows you to feel a full range of sound. Whether you choose the single CD player or the optional in-dash changer, you’ll experience Scion Sound Processing through 6 speakers, and have the capability to easily upgrade to satellite radio and listen to MP3 files.
Single Play CD Radio
Built-In DSP Sound Equalization
Scion Sound Processing (SSP) with 3 equalization modes
• Neutral
• Hear
• Feel
MP3 Compressed Audio Playback
Up to 10 hours of playback 1 Disc
MP3 File Text Capability
Satellite Radio Control
Satellite Radio Tuner (optional)
High Power (160 watt maximum)
In-Dash CD6 Radio
Built-In DSP Sound Equalization
Scion Sound Processing (SSP) with 3 equalization modes
• Neutral
• Hear
• Feel
MP3 Compressed Audio Playback
Up to 10 hours of playback 1 Disc
MP3 File Text Capability
Satellite Radio Control
Satellite Radio Tuner (optional)
In-Dash 6-Disc Changer
10 Color Change LCD Display
High Power (160 watt maximum)
Thinking about doing a self install of a DC Sports front strut bar on my xB. Looks like getting to all the hardware to put the bar on is up under the plastic cowling is a bit tight. Any suggestions/reccomendations for proceeding?
1. Ground effects kit - can someone elaborate..is this more protective and/or cosmetic in nature?
2. Exhaust system - is this purely cosmetic or does it have an enhanced exhaust system and/or different noise to it?
3. I've heard the 18" wheels make for a much bumpier ride in the TC and handling not so good - true? Wheel locks? Cosmetic or good to get?
4. Leaning toward lip spoiler vs pedastal..my 240SX has the perfect one which is a bigger lip - wish TC had it. Any thoughts (not just for looks but for use to open/close hatch and wanting to make sure no vision problems as with so many others.
5. Rear Tail Lights by TYC...I admit I think I like the looks of them but would like to know thoughts from others...is it purely cosmetic?
6. Scion Security - this is something I am pretty sure I WILL get as long as it's not annoying - what exactly is included? Is it exterior alarm, etc.?
7. I probably won't get the extra airbags because as it is, airbags will probably kill be as I'm very short and sit right up against steering wheel...the front ones are standard right?
8. The auto dimming mirror...I'm not sure about this one. I have manual "adjust" RV mirrors where you can pull it down to dim and for some reason I find myself rarely using it unless I am getting BLINDED by someone...not sure I'd like it to decide for me, is that what it does?
9. I asked this before but no answer yet. It appears in pictures that 2005 the stereo lighted face was amber, for 2006 now it is blue? True? Yet the gauges are still all black/white/amber?
10. More on color - anyone get the LED enhancements? Your thoughts? Probably silly huh? I HAD considered amber if amber face of stereo but if that's blue, blue would have to be it. I love amber dash lighting in all my cars - alway have - speaking of which, what is the lighting color of the gauges at night?
11. Speaking of color - I was set to look at the 2005 blue color only to see it has now been replaced with Nautical Blue for 2006 which looks different. To be honest I don't like any of them via pics except the 2006 new silver but my BMW is that color. The Scion TC paint looks...different for some reason..not as "vibrant"/"strong' as other cars - any thoughts?
12. BIG QUESTION - Has anyone got their Bazooka subwoofer which looks like it is installed in the hatch on the side..which would seem it would not be a good location for sound in front? I am picky about sound systems yet bought a fully upgraded system in BMW, paid huge bucks and am really disappointed with it..my custom in my 240SX is ten times better. BMW has 10 speakers, subwoofer, EQ and that (STUPID) auto volume adjust for ambient noise - God I hate that thing. Anyway...wanted input in particular on the subwoofer as I dont' see anyone mention it here.
13. Speaking of stereo..so..the 2006 now comes standard with audio volume control on steering wheel..LOVE THAT. But no Cruise Control on the steering wheel - I'll live. Anyway...2006 also comes standard with a jack to plug in ANY portable music player (not talking about IPOD in the Pioneer unit itself just the jack) in the center which I assume then runs it through EQ (how IS the EQ with three settings anyway?). Since I don't have an iPOD, I think no need to get the iPOD system upgrade which offers full display of track/artist, etc...nice but not needed. Anyone who HAS gotten this please share experience though.
14. XM radio - anyone get it wired for that and subscribe to it? Probably not but worth asking. Also any trouble with the regular mast antenna for regular FM? THAT is one big problem in BMW..the mast antenna...hard to pick up stations clearly, interference, etc.
15. Is the 2006 stupid radio door GONE? Or still there?
16. I want to get carpet/mats but they look kinda cheap..are they? Are there better ones available? Is there a custom TC upgrade site to look at..saw a few Scion related ones mentioned..but not for TC.
17. Are the bugs previously noted for many TC's in 2005 fixed in the 2006. This is where experience from new buyers will come in handy. Problems with glass tops (rattling, breaking, etc). Hatch rattling noise. Gear problem - 3rd gear on manual. Anything else?
I know it's a ton of questions but it's been my experience that as a model comes out after the first year, when the 2nd year is just hitting the road, this is the best time to ask/compare and then I'll decide on exactly what I want and get it.
IS this the right place to post this? I posted a bit of it in one of the other general forums and had asked for a 2006 one but I guess there won't be a new one added so would LOVE to get input on the above from folks as they buy new 2006 TCs.
THANKS!