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foxSCION
01-12-2005, 11:50 AM
What up peeps?

I'm interested to know who is using thier xB for business. If so, what type of business? Also if you have pics of you business mods done to your xB please post(ie Wraps, Rack systems, lettering,etc). I use my vehicle as a street team vehicle for my other business. And you? Thanks in advance . . .

P.S. Any flower shops, messenger services, handy man, cleaning serivces and more utilizing an xB out there?

Jugglah
01-12-2005, 12:01 PM
I use mine as advertising for my performing.... see my profile for pics of the vinyl website... and of course for shlepping all the gak that is my show (sound system, props, costume, etc.)

- Jugglah

foxSCION
01-12-2005, 12:17 PM
Pretty cool, props to Jugglah

www.Jugglah.com :lol: Plug

Any others, keep thim coming . . .

SleeperXB
01-12-2005, 12:42 PM
i use mine for my computer business it has some vinyl lettering on the windows but not done yet....but definitely not putting anything on paint just using windows and might do magnetic signs

skybiker
01-12-2005, 12:58 PM
I use mine for my photography business. With the seats down, the xB holds an amazing amount of "stuff"... I bought the Blue Onyx Pearl so the white lettering would really show up, but on the advice of other photographers in the area, I didn't put extensive lettering on the car. Creeps see the lettering & break in looking for cameras... even when the car is obviously empty... Happened to a bunch of folks, so I only put 1 small web site decal across the top of the back window.

But, when I'm at a wedding, or other shoot, the car really draws attention... great for business!

dskize1
01-12-2005, 01:06 PM
i use mine to advertise myself. people see me in it BOOYAA..pimpin!! 8)

no not really! :?

grnxb
01-12-2005, 01:42 PM
I use my xb for general stuff..but have seen xb's for real estate agents and one for pizza hut

Ichoptop
01-12-2005, 03:30 PM
I am vinyl graphiking mine for my tattoo shop. It always helps to have a little bling parked in the front of the parkinglot as eye candy.

foxSCION
01-12-2005, 03:35 PM
It seems as if the Scion xB is great for business. I'm wondering if anyone has set up a rack system, and/or converted it to a commercial type vehicle. I need some ideas for a customer. Maybe a Scion xB as a Taxi. 8) COOL

dougcbx
01-13-2005, 09:21 AM
I bought my PW xB for my Handyman business when I retire next year, after spending
32 years as a Medical Technologist for the government. Some people call their xB's
toasters or refrigerators etc., but mine is my "Toolbox". I was also wondering about
a ladder rack on the roof. I believe the xB will make a great rolling billboard with the
attention it draws. I could only get more stares if I was driving the Oscar Meyer
Weinermobile!

hotbox05
01-13-2005, 09:30 AM
If and when i get my own performance shop my xb will be lovingly adorned with plenty of merTECH vinyl as well as lots of nice go fast stop fast look good goodies

DunDeal
01-13-2005, 10:24 AM
I use mine to promote my friends system shop. It works too because i have my car really hooked up and i night I get alot of people pull me over or drive next to me just to get my friends number.

Systems Plus located in Glendale Ca.

wyldkard
01-13-2005, 03:32 PM
I didn't buy mine for business, but here are some pics from NYC:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v210/wyldkard/NYC1013.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v210/wyldkard/NYC1012.jpg

-Z

BCSxB925
01-13-2005, 08:53 PM
here is a pic of the STUFTMOBILE....Its Stuft Pizza's delivery ride
http://www.stuftpizzamilpitas.com/left/scion2.gif

hotbox05
01-13-2005, 09:04 PM
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
is that vinyl or paint?

kkawana
01-13-2005, 10:17 PM
not counting dealer rides, have seen 1 for a real estate agent, and a couple for radio stations in washington state.... plus a few corprate sponsored rides... injen/sony/ ect.. think i've seen a couple more but cant remember what business they were pimpin.

RockBlocker
01-13-2005, 11:28 PM
We are looking into getting a xB or tC, but it will be for business. We sell and install paint/headlight protection film to prevent rock chip damage to the front of vehicles for all types of vehicles.

Here is a sneak of what ours will look like

http://www.rockblocker.com/images/scion/2.jpg

heme11
01-14-2005, 12:00 AM
I am a field tech for a major nation wide business machine dealer. I am required to carry a boatload of parts my tools a vaccum laptop cleaning supplies etc...

my system is pretty simple, i fold forward the rear seats and use 2x 36 gallon rubbermaid storage bins to hold my parts tools and laptop, for my larger parts drumunits and assemblies i put on the floor behind the front seats. It works really well and holds everything i need and has the capacity for even more, but to be honest i do miss my back seats...

BCSxB925
01-14-2005, 01:54 AM
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
is that vinyl or paint?
its vinyl

scionlife
01-14-2005, 02:10 AM
Square Donutsin Austin TX has some...
http://www.scionlife.com/gallery/data/551/2DSC_2961.jpg

01-14-2005, 02:15 AM
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
is that vinyl or paint?

Its vynal and paint. The guy who did it photochoped it first and than painted it. :D

squirrel
01-14-2005, 02:19 AM
What up peeps?

I'm interested to know who is using thier xB for business. If so, what type of business? Also if you have pics of you business mods done to your xB please post(ie Wraps, Rack systems, lettering,etc). I use my vehicle as a street team vehicle for my other business. And you? Thanks in advance . . .

P.S. Any flower shops, messenger services, handy man, cleaning serivces and more utilizing an xB out there?

There's an xB in the Nor*Cal area that's wrapped to promote a Karate studio too!

Its lowered, on 19s, and has ICE!

foxSCION
01-15-2005, 12:48 AM
Wow, are there any more business use sightings out there? I love to see the different use of the box. The Square Donuts Boxes are hot :D

squirrel
01-15-2005, 07:34 AM
There's also a computer business that is wrapped also.

xA_RS_ChickLA
01-15-2005, 07:55 AM
I use mine as advertising for my performing.... see my profile for pics of the vinyl website... and of course for shlepping all the gak that is my show (sound system, props, costume, etc.)

- Jugglah

Dude I'm stuck trying to learn 3 clubs, and 5 balls, any hints...???

CBSIMONSEZ
01-15-2005, 01:16 PM
I used mine for my cleaning business. I was amazed at the stuff i could cram into the box. I have seem computer tchs, radiator shops, pizza shops, and florists use the box as well. Although i did see a xA used as a computer tech the other day.

rallyxb
01-15-2005, 02:06 PM
...I could only get more stares if I was driving the Oscar Meyer
Weinermobile!
Funny you should say that.
The Oscar Meyer Weinermobile was cruising our neighborhood last week.
That thing is as big as a bus!!!
I pulled up along side and my green xB
looked like a jar of relish.
:lol:

foxSCION
01-16-2005, 03:44 PM
you looked like relish :lol: :lol: That's funny! This is cool to see the ideas of the business xBs. If possible, can some peeps post some more pics. Looking for more ideas.

truffleman66
01-16-2005, 04:40 PM
Yup!

I own a chocolate shop, and boiught my Xb with the intent of promoting my store.

The (burnt Orange) oopps "Hot Lava", is a perfect color for my needs. Plus I always loved burnt orange.

It gets lots of attention wherever it goes. I park in fron of my store so people see the logo as they come around the croner to my stor.

So far I have been able to directly account for enough sales that it has broght in to make 3 out of six car payments.

I am planning a roof rack from yakima and wraps on the side windows as well.

They work!

it will be on my website this week, as I have not figured how to post it here.

garyschocolates.com

Gary

mrgeorgegarcia
01-16-2005, 08:06 PM
i use my to drive my ho's around and check if they makin my money.. 8) 8) 8) 8) :lol: :lol: :lol:

just kidding.....i put my real estate sign on mines during open houses

foxSCION
01-18-2005, 12:16 AM
i use my to drive my ho's around and check if they makin my money.. 8) 8) 8) 8) :lol: :lol: :lol:

just kidding.....i put my real estate sign on mines during open houses

Scion Pimp! 8) 2 for 1, do you deliver? holla... LOL

mrgeorgegarcia
01-18-2005, 12:41 AM
whats up juan, are you getting ready for the car show season...

hey i won 2nd place at the slap show world nationals in maryland also won best in show for interior, also took 4th place in the novice sound quality. trying to upgrade everything.....hey looking to get rid of my wheels if you know anyone interested.

scionmag
01-18-2005, 12:57 AM
I use mine to advertise my webzine... ^_^

http://homepage.mac.com/scionmag/PhotoAlbum7.html

hotbox05
01-18-2005, 02:21 AM
hey scion mag u lookin for employees?

MasterPlayerJoe
01-18-2005, 05:24 PM
I saw a driving school in a bank parkin glot with a white xB.

No joke.

White with some purple lettering "Student Driver" on the side.

Nothing was really hooked up about it, from what I saw.

TheScionicMan
01-18-2005, 08:03 PM
I've got some pics, I'll try to post them up from home later...

SenseiRick
01-19-2005, 02:28 AM
I bought mine for the same reasons...........

I own a graphic design firm and needed a delivery truck
to use in the winter, carry large boxes of shirts, signs, etc...
I survived 1 winter with the s2000, but wasn't going to make
it through another, plus fitting 9 boxes of shirts in the Honda
proved a bit impossible!

It's almost complete here's what it will look like in a few weeks:

http://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?act=module&module=gallery&cmd=viewimage&img=194831

Scioneer
01-19-2005, 02:58 AM
though not technically my business, i bought mine because i'm a Retail Vendor( sales rep) and need something that can haul store signage and POP as well as my tools. I was originally going to buy a Mini Cooper but figured it doesn't have the cargo space i need. The xB is like a Mini with alot more cargo room.

TheScionicMan
01-19-2005, 05:10 AM
Bento -Box
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v250/thescionicman/Business%20Boxes/sushibox.jpg

KickBox - The one Squirrel mentioned...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v250/thescionicman/Business%20Boxes/kickbox.jpg

I was SOOOO excited when I saw this from a distance. Expected to see it riding low - on Air Bags then realized they meant the SRS kind.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v250/thescionicman/Business%20Boxes/airbag-guy1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v250/thescionicman/Business%20Boxes/airbag-guy2.jpg

Jugglah
01-19-2005, 12:13 PM
Funny you say Mini,

I was thinking of a Mini too until I realized the same thing. Then my plan was to put a motorcycle hitch on the back and get a trailer and flames painted to match from the front of the car to the back of the trailer. Once I looked at the costs though, the Scion was way better value. And no regrets now whatsoever.

- Jugglah