As we all know, while the bB is on it's 3rd gen bodystyle in Japan, the Scion xB was officially discontinued.
http://pressroom.toyota.com/Releases...T2006091198974
Considering it started out as an '04 model (late '03) and there will be no '07, that means it was on the road for 3 model years. How do you feel about that? How do you think other people will feel about that? I mean, people usually like long running nameplates, and not cars that last a few years and get dropped. With the current retro trend, they're even bringing back old car names from the grave.

I Understand that Scion stated from the very beginning that they would remain on the cutting edge with a small line-up of cars that would run for short periods of time... I REMEMBER them saying that, but it didn't really mean much in December of '03 when I was one of the few people driving around in that weird looking new box-car. I totally forgot about it until I felt the sting of hearing that my new car is now being discontinued. Already!!?? Damn, that was quicker than I thought! I haven't even paid it off yet!

-THE DON

 

I think that they should continue making them. The box has been getting more sales day by day and im sure once they discontinue it, they will notice the drop in revenue becuase of the box.

 

i dont know if this is true, i think scion would have sent out a press release or something, and what about the rs3 xA and rs4 xB, i think this is bogus

 

There is an xB replacement in the works. I think I remember seeing a spy shot on here at one time, and the funky bB replacement from Japan.
As long as parts are still available, which they should be, I wouldn't be real concerned.

 

when i first got my tC, i hated everything about the box. nowadays though, i've come to love it.

if this is true, i'm going to miss the box

 

the xA i think is gonna still be made for a few more years..havent seen anything about that line ending.....yet..

the RS4 xB is gonna be the last off the xB production line tho... then the new style and probably new/different model name...

as for parts... no matter how short a run.. i believe federal laws for cars say they have to have OEM parts availible for 10yrs or something like that. plus between japan and u.s. after market parts... and the fact that both the xA and xB share lots of running parts with the echo.... keeping them running shouldnt be a problem

 

The current model XB will remain exclusive and the value will hold, which will be good for all.

 

From Scion:

Scion To Launch Two New Models In The Spring of 2007 To Replace Current Generation xA And xB

September 12, 2006 – Torrance, CA - Scion, from Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A. Inc., will launch two new vehicles in spring 2007 to replace current generation xA and xB.

"The xA and xB will always be very special models for us and have contributed greatly to Scion's success, but we're ready to move into our next product phase," said Mark Templin, vice president, Scion. "Scion is a laboratory for change and we will continue to experiment and evolve to meet the needs of our customers."

Doesn't sound like a re-design to me. Sounds like "replacement" with new models. I wish they would keep the xB name, but it doesn't look like it.

-THE DON

 

that suxs...iv been really wanting one. i was hoping to get a 2007 model next year sometime.
i know there trying to make everything all cutting edge and stuff. but why fix something that isnt broken?
the sales on xb's are great, why discontinue a car that everyone wants?

 

The dealer just called to say my xB is finally in and I should be able to pick it up Friday after the rustproofing/fabric warranty stuff.

I find this news just a little disconcerting...

edit:
in a way it makes sense. Kinda of like the exclusivity thing. They want to remain cutting edge, they don't want another pt cruiser scenario...

 

You know, the more I think about it, I feel the new style bB in Japan would prolly sell really well here. Just send it.

 

Inversed. You hit the nail on the head. Scion does not want another Pt Cruiser or even VW Beetle thing.

New models:
xD (4 door hatch), 08 (1.8L)
t2b based suv, 08 (2.4L)
Fuse based coupe. 09 (?.?L)

 

I was thinking the t2B concept would be the new xB, but it looks like it will get a whole new name.

Scion did say that they would keep a "box" design, but it doesn't look like it will be named xB.

Current tC owners should be looking closely at the the Fuse concept. 2007 is the tC's 3rd model year and Scion is already showing design ideas for a sporty coupe. See any patterns here?

-THE DON

 

I guess it was a good idea to lease...lol... and I have done a ton of mods to it... oh well... I will probably just keep the thing when it is up... only 4k to buy... then get another one lol

 

What all this means is that the xB will become more of an icon

 

I already consider the xB to be an icon in the same playing field as the original Beetle, original Mini, and the original Mustang.

Kudos to Toyota for killing the car while it is still hot vs. killing it when market demand is low.

 

While I think this is a great idea on Toyotas part, I am dissapointed because I wanted to get another new one later on down the road... I drive ALOT and I would like to be able to feel another NEW xB in 5 or 6 years... sad sad sad

 

I almost wish I had the cash to buy 2 of the RS4's when they come out. One to drive, and one to keep in the garage. Eventually to sell or show.

 

Yeah, I think they would lose some major ground to totally go away from a "box" design and try to hype something completely different. Yes, I bet it will be "boxy", not the same but still "boxy".

 

I am absolutely THRILLED that this 'rumor' has now been proven as fact.