Thinking of buying the Scion xB - Need advise !

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Feb 4, 2004 | 04:39 PM

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scionara

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Originally Posted by fr130

Get an AUTO tranny, Netlizard. The D.C./Southern MD corridor traffic sucks (including also 695 if you travel that way). I was in traffic today (I70) and ohhh wee, good thing I have an auto xB. YAY! :o

Well, this is a religious argument, but the clutch on my xB is so light that I can hardly feel the pedal through my shoe. Stop-and-go traffic is no effort at all. You'd probably use more effort keeping constant pressure on the brake to stop an automatic from creeping when traffic is stopped.

George

I have to agree with George on this. I too drive in one of the most congested part of the Bay Area and driving a stick shift became second nature to me since the clutch on the Scion is so light. One thing I suggest is to use a headset for your cell phone. It really helps.

Feb 4, 2004 | 04:57 PM

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From: Heyward Allen Scion (GA)

put yer money down on it and ask for a print-out confirmation of the RS1 that you want 6200(auto)/6201(manual). then don't feel weird to call the salesperson every couple of weeks for an update.

the dealers are all in this "how is this gonna work" mode cos the set-up is completely different than how Toyota has been selling vehicles in the states for 35 years. and don't be afraid to ask for the sales manager/general manager if you need assistance. WE WANT YOUR INPUT.

best of luck, and yes, get the manual.