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awesome car
manuel simao, 06/21/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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awesome car and very nice for the price of it
Very Happy with purchase
Erik in Denver, 11/13/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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As the owner of a Toyota Corrola, I was very happy with the quality of my vehicle. When I went to the dealership for scheduled maintenance there it was, a 2005 Scion TC. The sporty style and chrome wheels caught my eye, I had to test drive. Sitting inside I instantly noticed the large glass roof and stylish gauges, once I hit the open road I felt a kick of power and the fact that it was raining made this even better. The tires gripped the road like velcro, I was able to change lanes and turn as if the pavement was dry. Stopping was effortless with the abs system and the sound system blasted with ease with no distortion. The trunk space was large and the cover can be easily removed. A++
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So much for so little
JoeJoeAZ, 01/13/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I can't beleive what an amazing value the TC is. I can't think of anything that I could possibly want that this car doesn't have.
TC FUN
dbc129, 11/13/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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The new scion tc is a blast to drive even for those of us in the 40+ range. It has a nice exterior design and sporty interior.
Great Value
Nick V., 06/27/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Just purchased the vehicle yesterday. Can't believe how much car you get for so little money. Drove the car 100 home from the dealer and it rides just as great on the highway as it does in town. Nice acceleration even in 5th for a 4cyl engine. I compared the Mazda 3s and Saturn Ion before deciding on the Scion tC.
i cant believe it
kritta21, 11/11/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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The quality and the handling of this car for $16,100. I'm 29, drive 35 mi a day and cant WAIT to get into that car any chance i get! I volunteer to drive everwhere now!
love my scion
jerry delco, 05/03/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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this vehicle restores that "oh what a feeling" feeling.
best car purchased
moose86, 11/29/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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well i just got the tc about a month and a half ago and it is the coolest car, the mp3 player is awesome, the interior and exterior styling is great. i would rate this vehicle a 10 in fun to drive bc you never get sick of driving it no matter where you're going. i got the 5 speed manual and the handling is great on it.
Great Car!
Lewiston Rob, 06/29/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I saw it one night after work and was into the dealership before work the next morning, drove it just six blocks and bought it!
Sweet Deal of a Car!
Jujtsu33, 11/25/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Fantastic Value for the money! Put everything in the car and still under 20K purchase price. Stock tires are horrendous in New England weather! Put Continental ExtremeContacts on and it made a world of difference. Have owned cars costing 2, 3X more than the tC but what a value and kick- ass fun to drive!
2 day old TC
nicky, 02/06/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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As far as sales and the actual purchase at dealership,i wasnt that pleased with my experience. this includes my final total price for the vehicle which includes trade-in/ taxes/ and upgrades, and the way the dealerships go about selling you this vehicle. Scion has geared and marketed this car to be a no hassal no haggle buying experience. But that wasnt the case with my situation. But did, in the end get a vehicle that meet my expectations performance wise. The car handles great and has a nice heavy/solid ride,although my ride is a little noisier due to the upgrade in 18" low profile rims. but thats expected. Body design upholds an expensive look. the more upgrades the sportier your look.
Best Bang For Your Buck
ozonetaco, 12/08/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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The tC, I believe, is the best bang for your buck that is out there. I am 6'1" and I fit PERFECTLY in the car. The drive of the vehicle is unmatched by ANY competitors in it's class. Sure, there may be "stronger" motors as way of horsepower, but bang for your buck, you can't go wrong.
Fun to drive
ImranJavaid, 07/05/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Been driving a Flint Mica Automatic for a few days now. Really fun to drive although my 1.8T Jetta had more zip to it. Interior design is very good, except the flip top for the stereo. The exterior design is perfect. The Flint Mica color always turns heads because it glitters in sunlight. For the price I have no complaints.
The Car of the Year
ALEX, 12/09/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I can't believe how well this car handles. I'm breaking it in, not pushing it at all, and it amazes me in Its breaking abilities, handling, and acceleration. The fuel mileage isn't bad at all. If i was to say something bad about it, I perfer to haggle rather than dealing with a fixed price, but it's worth it.
Our new Scion tC
Dave and Nancy, 05/15/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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This little car is awesome! It came with everything that we wanted in a car standard and there was no questions about do we want this option or that option. It looks great, is fun to drive and has plenty of backseat room for extra passengers. We got one of the very first tCs in July 2004 and it really turned heads everywhere. People would approach us in parking lots and ask us what kind of car it is. When we went to pick up the plates for the car, the salesman who got them for us pulled out the plates from the file cabinet and said "You've got one of those rare birds". We have recommended it to several friends and now they are waiting for their new tCs to come in. Great car!!!!
Fun Little car
Perry C, 12/18/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Performance: Coming from a 5.0 mustang gives me a bit more perspective than some of the kids moving up from their Civic to this car. It isn't particularly fast, but it is quick, and handles well, is comfortable and the stereo system rocks Gearing/Tranny: I think they did a great job with matching the gearing to the engine. Even in 5th gear, you can pass on the highway, which makes highway driving much more tolerable. First is really short, but thats not a bad thing. Interior: This car is really comfortable and seems much bigger on the inside than it looks like it should from the outside. The seats are firm and supportive, and the driving controls are well placed.
Awsome
Bumpala, 07/07/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Coolest car around, BMW+Audi=Scion TC Combines looks and luxury of a great high priced car but the price itself is low and great for any budget.
Head Turner!
EJ, 12/18/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had the tC for 2 weeks now and I love it! It drives great, despite me learning to drive manual on it! My co-workers and friends were impressed with all the standard features. I'm still breaking it in and I have about 500 miles on it so far.
I love my TC
Aja, 01/29/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I love my TC, it has a great style inside and out at an amazing price.
Excellent Bang for the Buck
MGG, 12/29/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Overall, it's an excellent small coupe. Sure it has some weaknesses; but at this price-point, I'd be nit picking. Pros - Punchy engine, good handling, excellent interior and exterior fit/finish, outstanding value, Toyota reliability, nice features Cons - stereo volume control should be a dial, not tiny buttons. The car needs a 6th gear. It runs high in the RPMs. Mileage could be better, I get 26/27 MPG mixed driving. The car is geared low, so you'll use the higher gears in the city, helping our city rating. Again, a 6th gear would be welcome. I get 30 MPG highway. That should be better. The car is quiet except at highway speeds, even with undercoating.
Driven
CTimersq7, 07/10/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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This car is great to drive, first week I had it drove form St. Louis to pensacola, awesome ride. Cosiderable change from a truck, totally worth it.
Awesome car
Justin Samuel, 12/30/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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This car is most amazing compared to the cars in its class. Nothing comes close. The exterior styling is original and you get nice looks in this car from other people. I have been asked my many people where I got the car from and how much I have spent on it; and they freak out when they find out that I have only spent 17,500 on this car. The interior is top notch, features provided are nothing but spectacular and never cease to amaze me (especialy the "to alert" gauges)...I would recommend this car to anyone who is into style and performance. And there is already a turbo'd version out on the streets in FL that is pushing 295 hp @10psi on STOCK internals...so the car has insane potential
Scion Tc auto
P, 05/15/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Excellent ride, great gas mileage, superior sound. Lots of people stop to look at it. Well worth the investment.
Silver Scion
tsluti, 01/02/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Great car. Fun to drive, lots of looks from others drivers, definitely the best bang for the buck.
loving my tC
hot momma, 08/16/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I love my black cherry Scion tC. I get so many compliments on the way it looks people actually stop and ask me what kind of car it is. Obviously i tell them it's a Scion made by Toyota and how you get so much for the money. Mind you, I am 44 years old and out of the minivan stage. So I thought why not buy something that is young, fun and classy looking at the same time.
big bang for the buck
Jack H., 08/29/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I just sold my 1998 1.8 Audi Quattro. Bought the car new and had an engine management chip put in. Though it was fun to drive, I had mucho problems, turbo, brakes, broken timing belt, and more. My Tc is as much fun, even with automatic, and my guess is the build quality will far exceed the Audi. Fit and finish is great. The standard features and solid feeling, can't be beat and a dealer that rally knew his product. I'm having a blast. At 66, who says the car is only for kids?
bang for the buck
B, 01/06/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I drove over 10 different cars before buying the scion. The power, styling and reliability of this car far outdo its competitors like the rsx, vw 1.8t, tiburon, neon, etc... Not to mention the price, at anywhere from 1K to 6K cheaper it is an awsome sport compact. There is also the TRD performance options that are available. Overall I have to give this car a 10.
I love my scion
faye creter, 01/15/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I have found nothing to complain about with this car yet.
I love this car
scion, 07/14/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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This car is excellent. I love how it rides, how it drives and handles. And for the price you can't beat it. Mine is indigo ink with the ground effects, exhaust and I even added leather.
So Happy!
Sam, 01/15/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought my Scion Tc before moving to San Francisco. I was trying to decide between it and the Jetta. I can not tell you how happy I have been with my decision. It has so many standard features for a car that is so cheap. It is much roomier than it appears and the sun/moonroof is really fun. I bought the XM radio and have been equally pleased with that purchase. All in all, the Scion has totally lived up to the hype. I couldn't be happier.
Terrific Tc
Karen, 05/15/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Our Tc is a sweet ride,it's roomy,quiet,comfortable,awesome looking for it's price,which is also great! So happy we found a cute,eye catching car,our grown children want it,sorry,this is our baby now!My husband wants another one,maybe the Xb!
Best dollar value
JL@SD_CA, 08/26/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Cannot find better dollar value in current market. Very rich of the standard features. Like the right price and no barging process.
I love my tC
Pvt Joker, 07/12/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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My last car was a Subaru WRX...i decided to go cheap with my new car and bought a Scion tC. I wasn't expecting much besides reliability and fuel economy. What i got instead was a perfect example of how a car can be stylish, come with decent standard options and get great gas mileage in the mid to high teens price range. I now believe that this $16k car is better overall than my old 26k WRX. The WRX had two things going for it... AWD and a turbo charger. Besides those two things, the tC beats it in every category. From seat comfort all the way down to the sound the door makes when you shut it. Even simple things like clutch. The WRX clutch SUCKED...the tC is so smooth
Awesome Car, two notes
Glenn M. Rife, 02/01/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my tC since November and have racked up the miles. It's performed wonderfully, was a huge bargain, and continues to delight. Two notes: some folks complain about the "cheap" sunroof shades. Hello! They're retractable/roll-up fabric b/c you're getting TWO sunroofs! Also, some say the exterior resembles a Tiburon crossed with a BMW. I urge folks to compare the rear profile of the tC with that of it's predecessor, the celica. It's similar, at least to my eyes, though beefier!
Great
Laura, 03/30/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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The price is good and you will not find a better buy for the price
Fun to Drive, but Lots of Problems
mully, 09/10/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I see everyone loves this car, and I do too except for all of the problems! Rattles, rattles everywhere. My sunroof doesn't close, front brakes make a clicking noise constantly, hatch rattles, dashboard rattles and squeeks. it also doesn't help that my dealership is terrible. I probably have the most mileage of anyone I have talked to (24,000), but the car just doesn't seem to be holding up well. The paint is very cheap, the front of the car has so many scratches and chips you can't even see the color of the car (indigo ink). Overall I love the car, I just hate all the issues it has. I will be returning to Honda now that the new Civic is out.
Scion tC
falcon9094, 09/06/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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This car turns heads, accelerates great, handles like a sports car and all around is a great car to own and drive.
I love this car!
BDUtah, 02/05/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Nothing in this price range even compares to the tC. Based on the prices of comparable cars, I feel like I got a fantastic deal. The car is fun to drive (three speeding tickets in three months though), handles incredibily well, and is comfortable, especially for a compact.
Just bought one
John F C, 07/15/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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After driving E class mercedes, a Porsche Carrera and recently a Lexus SC430, I got tired of high priced cars that depreciate a great deal. I'm 51 but listen to my sons who really enjoy driving and performance. When I chose the Scion Tc my wife told me she wouldn't even drive in it (too small and not enough luxury). Thank god I don't listen to my wife, the car drives like a dream, solid as a rock and what a price performance curve. I've bought a lot of cars in my days and for the $$ the Scion is an excellent value. Looking forward to a lot of fun, safe driving and easy on the pocketbook.
scion tc 2005
tonyamorrow, 02/06/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I love my little car it is good on gas and it is sharp. People always stopping me wanting to know what kind of car is it. It has been very reliable
I love my Scion tc
Mar, 05/15/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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The tc is a sporty car,lots of extras, at a great price. For a little extra money, my dealer got me leather interior. This is a new, little known package. My tc is black and with the black leather interior it adds so much to a "high price" look but,with a very reasonable pricetag. The car has a lot of energy on the highway. It is a solid car that seems to hug the road. There is no hesitation when accelerating. The stereo/cd player has a great sound. So far, I have absolutely no complaints about my tc!
Scion Tc
Ben, 02/06/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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The Scion Tc is great.
This Scion is a great car for its price.
lesquencois1, 07/17/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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The power can be felt the moment I stepped on the gas pedal. Every features in this car is really comparable to a car that costs more. The moonroof allows me to feel the breeze as I cruise down Pacific Coast Hughway. Inside, I feel I am inside a sports car where I can see only the road and not the hood.
what a beauty!
soapdish, 09/06/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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This is an amazing car. It handles extremely well, smooth as can be and have a punch when needed. I am trading in an Acura TL (1999) for this car so it's quite a difference but a difference that I do not mind at all. Whoever purchases car will be happy with drive, quality, looks and performance.
Not exactly a 10 but close enough
jennifer osting, 09/22/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I researched this car and others like it for atleast 3 months before i went to the dealership to actually test drive the tc. After researching i search around dealership until i found one similiar to what i wanted to purchase, which was a manual transmission; once i found one, i took a test drive and fell in love.
Scion TC
nhlboysrhot, 09/06/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I love my TC!
This car is great
Krn9880, 09/06/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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This car is so much fun to drive and overall its a great car. The only problem i have is that i have blind spots in the back and the window is short. But other than that i would recommend this car to anyone.
Great Value
ElMariaci, 03/30/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I recently purchased a tc, I am very pleased with it. The car itself is a great value with excellent standard features. It is clear that the profit margin for the vehicle is made on scion accessories. I don't know that any of the accessories are a great buy. For instance I can get chrome wheel locks for $25 and scion is asking $49. This is just the beginning. You can't beat this car at this price, but consider going to other vendors for accessories.
Scion tC
bgougeon, 09/26/2005
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Great car at a great price. Fun to drive and fun to look at... I love it.
My new Scion Tc
Gibsongirl, 09/06/2004
2005 Scion tC 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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GREAT FUN to drive..poor mileage...Air Conditioning needs to be more powerful in 90+ heat. Feel the road bumps..great moonroof, radio is wonderful--BLIND spot over driver's shoulder..nice hatchback (needs a release button inside car),..I bought the neon lights inside..nice touch ! Everyone wants to know WHO MAKES IT??? LOL...I am happy..for awhile..