Scion: tC news **Release Series 9.0 Revealed (page 6)**
04-07-2004, 05:21 PM
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Originally posted by 1SICKLEX
I think that car is great for the price. I am shocked at how at first I though Scion was stupid, but now looks like a brilliant idea. The Tc is hot to me for an under 20k car.
I think that car is great for the price. I am shocked at how at first I though Scion was stupid, but now looks like a brilliant idea. The Tc is hot to me for an under 20k car.
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04-07-2004, 09:48 PM
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http://www.scion.com/drive/features/..._features.html
Standard features on the Scion tC are ridiculously good for such an inexpensive car .. and Scion says you can order a la-carte too.
Wonder how much the TRD S/C kit is going to be ...
Standard features on the Scion tC are ridiculously good for such an inexpensive car .. and Scion says you can order a la-carte too.
Wonder how much the TRD S/C kit is going to be ...
04-08-2004, 03:19 PM
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if that thing sells like i could imagine it selling, it could be the thing that solidifies this company as a winner. unless GM has something up their sleeve theyd better go coffin shopping for Saturn.
04-21-2004, 08:46 AM
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Has anyone seen options pricing for the Tc yet?
The TRD S/C package for the Solara was about $2500 so I can't imagine it's more than that for the Tc. I'm guessing a Tc with the S/C installed will be around $20k
The TRD S/C package for the Solara was about $2500 so I can't imagine it's more than that for the Tc. I'm guessing a Tc with the S/C installed will be around $20k
04-21-2004, 11:20 AM
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04-21-2004, 07:04 PM
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Originally posted by heyitsme
I don't think any company wants to imitate Nissans under 20k products.
I don't think any company wants to imitate Nissans under 20k products.
Anyway, this car is so solid, glad to see another coupe, no matter who makes it.
04-21-2004, 08:51 PM
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Originally posted by 1SICKLEX
Or their industry worst interiors. This 16k car has a better interior than the 30k+ Altima, Maxima and 350Z, Quest, Murano, the list goes on and on and on.....
Anyway, this car is so solid, glad to see another coupe, no matter who makes it.
Or their industry worst interiors. This 16k car has a better interior than the 30k+ Altima, Maxima and 350Z, Quest, Murano, the list goes on and on and on.....
Anyway, this car is so solid, glad to see another coupe, no matter who makes it.
04-22-2004, 07:58 AM
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Originally posted by lemacfar
We will see how much price gouging there is... It seems worth it, i hope it has enough power
We will see how much price gouging there is... It seems worth it, i hope it has enough power
You're right though, we'll see
04-22-2004, 05:13 PM
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Originally posted by Black CL-S 4-Life
I'm impressed. This car will dominate in sells, honda better do something with the pathetic civic coupe.
I'm impressed. This car will dominate in sells, honda better do something with the pathetic civic coupe.
04-22-2004, 05:51 PM
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The only thing about this car is that it's going to be built like a tank. 2925lbs IIRC.
That's a lot of heft for 160hp. Mini Cooper S has a curb weight of about 2700lbs. The Tc is going to need that S/C just to break into the high sixes ...
My guess is the Tc does 0-60 in 8.4, 1/4 in 16.2@85mph
That's an asstimate
That's a lot of heft for 160hp. Mini Cooper S has a curb weight of about 2700lbs. The Tc is going to need that S/C just to break into the high sixes ...
My guess is the Tc does 0-60 in 8.4, 1/4 in 16.2@85mph
That's an asstimate
04-23-2004, 12:12 PM
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with the trd supercharger, supposedly the 200 hp will be to the wheels. If this little bugger has the supercharger and soem suspension work it would be awesome. Imagine dropping a pulley and doing some fuel upgrades, that car would be a little monster. I still think the best bang for 20k is the SRT-4. Yeah its just a neon, but a neon that could kill a 350z, g35c, rx-8, cl-s, 04 tl and many many other cars. Most of us wont be caught dead in it, but most of us would be ashamed when the 16 year old next to us can kick our asses.
04-23-2004, 01:18 PM
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Originally posted by 1SICKLEX
I don't think people are gonna try to make this car a drag racer. It will be a good looking, feature packed, aftermarket supported cheap coupe.
I don't think people are gonna try to make this car a drag racer. It will be a good looking, feature packed, aftermarket supported cheap coupe.
04-23-2004, 06:22 PM
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I think it will be a 'tuners' car, because its a coupe that actually has power from the factory, yet still can be had for under 20k. Its a shame it weighs so much(jetta sedan specs), but 200hp/2900's should be low 15's which is competitive@18k. Hopefully this pushes honda to drop the 200hp k-series in the 05 civic coupe or sedan, either way it would be hot.
04-23-2004, 08:46 PM
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Originally posted by bigman
with the trd supercharger, supposedly the 200 hp will be to the wheels. If this little bugger has the supercharger and soem suspension work it would be awesome. Imagine dropping a pulley and doing some fuel upgrades, that car would be a little monster. I still think the best bang for 20k is the SRT-4. Yeah its just a neon, but a neon that could kill a 350z, g35c, rx-8, cl-s, 04 tl and many many other cars. Most of us wont be caught dead in it, but most of us would be ashamed when the 16 year old next to us can kick our asses.
with the trd supercharger, supposedly the 200 hp will be to the wheels. If this little bugger has the supercharger and soem suspension work it would be awesome. Imagine dropping a pulley and doing some fuel upgrades, that car would be a little monster. I still think the best bang for 20k is the SRT-4. Yeah its just a neon, but a neon that could kill a 350z, g35c, rx-8, cl-s, 04 tl and many many other cars. Most of us wont be caught dead in it, but most of us would be ashamed when the 16 year old next to us can kick our asses.
I wonder, low 7 sec or high 6 sec car?
04-23-2004, 09:32 PM
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Originally posted by titan
Exactly. This is gonna be a great little coupe, but I think people are reading a little to much into it's potential. And that's not to say it can't be a great little coupe to fling around after some mods, but damn. This isn't some kind of Supra lite.
Exactly. This is gonna be a great little coupe, but I think people are reading a little to much into it's potential. And that's not to say it can't be a great little coupe to fling around after some mods, but damn. This isn't some kind of Supra lite.
04-28-2004, 01:52 PM
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When I was in panama I met some guys on the Scion tour and got a brochure. Its got 159hp and 163ldft of torque. The thing is thatthe bore and stroke for this 4cyl is huge: 88x93.
04-29-2004, 01:17 PM
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It doesn't seem to be as small as I thought. Was comparing it to the accord coupe and its slightly larger yet weighs ~100lbs less so its not bad. If the interior dimensions are bigger this may even be a better buy than the 4cyl solara or accord coupes.
06-18-2004, 08:50 PM
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Scion Tc
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Not a bad little car, its grown on me. Option for it sucks at the moment. Not a bad commuter, or first time car for someone.
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Not a bad little car, its grown on me. Option for it sucks at the moment. Not a bad commuter, or first time car for someone.
06-19-2004, 08:28 PM
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Scion Tc : 160 hp
Civic EX Coupe : 127 hp
Civic Si : 160 hp
Base RSX : 160 hp
I hope this is a wake up call for Honda to add some more "zip" into their small car lineup....
(Pssst! Honda! Where is the 200 hp Civic Type R??? )
Civic EX Coupe : 127 hp
Civic Si : 160 hp
Base RSX : 160 hp
I hope this is a wake up call for Honda to add some more "zip" into their small car lineup....
(Pssst! Honda! Where is the 200 hp Civic Type R??? )
06-19-2004, 08:47 PM
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I hardly think Toyota has set the bar here, they will be lucky if they last a year with these specs, the 05 civic will surely pass this, let alone the new sentra. The car is average. Its nice because most companies don't have coupes under 20k, right now.
06-19-2004, 08:55 PM
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this thing comes with 17" rims, mp3 player, mb style mirrors and a big sunroof standard. honda couldnt even put 16" wheels and not even 130hp for a civic EX which costs as much if not more when optioned out.