reagan9000
08-04-2004, 04:06 AM
Now that I'm an owner, I've realized that there are a few things I would have done differently if I could go back and do it again. I thought this would help others thinking of buying an xB. Here's my list:
Gotten the alarm system aftermarket. The $600 security system isn't worth the high cost, and the aftermarket kit is better.
Gone with a color other than silver. All the other scions in my neighborhood are silver. It's incredible.
Probably buy it outright vs. the lease I got. Getting through the lease process at the dealer took *hours*. But the lease works for my taxes.
NHGrafx
08-04-2004, 05:33 AM
I probably would have gotten my rims aftermarket. If I remember correctly, the whole package of rims and tires was about 2,000 dollars extra. I did some research and found I could have gotten the retail equivelant of my ENKEI's for a lot less. Prices ranged anywhere from 900-1500. BUt thats all I would have done differently.
Thanks for the tip about the security system. It'll free up some mod money once I go to buy.
Max2k
08-04-2004, 05:59 AM
Skip all the accessories from the dealer, order them online. Paying twice as much for them (not to mention the interest) so you can finance is dumb.
Max2k//only got the cargo cover
HoTBoX009
08-04-2004, 06:25 AM
Yup, do not buy anything from the dealer... you can find cheaper parts elsewhere, like eBay...
TheScionicMan
08-04-2004, 07:50 AM
Max is right and sadly most of their stuff is mediocre at best.
I got the cargo cover too. Sux
Floor mats look nice but heel started wearing a spot after a month. The ones in my wife's Gr. Caravan show no wear after 2 years and little care.
the bumper applique I could take or leave. Haven't seen a better option yet but seems like there should be.
That's the only adds I had.
I must say I originally said "Why would I want lighted cupholders?" to "Why would I want them for $300 bucks" to "Why buy when I can DIY" :twisted: And then, like rabbits, those darn LEDs started multiplying fruitfully...
TheDanger
08-04-2004, 10:36 AM
I might get another color but other then that no changes. White can be a pain to clean sometimes but I didn't get any options so no regret there. :D
Notus
08-04-2004, 12:41 PM
I would have bought mine sooner..... I don't think I would have done anything differently as I didn't buy into the long term warranty, or any major add-ons (except for the TRD Spring/struts but that I don't regret...)
WhatsYourScion
08-04-2004, 09:28 PM
security system is a definite sucker option
and we unfortunately got sucked right in :x
ikhonlord
08-05-2004, 03:50 AM
I would have added the sunroof into my finance...it would have only been 10 dollars extra on my payments! Damm It! Otherwise I would do everything the same. The only things I got from dealer where the Foglights and spoiler...Both are fine by me... :D b