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#62 of 91 Re: Considering an XB [boyce] by aatherton Sep 13, 2006 (6:23 am)
Replying to: boyce (Sep 02, 2006 8:21 am) "... What rpm are you experiencing at 70 mph? Do you consider this excessive? I don't like to hear an engine sound like its ready to start throwing parts through the hood when I'm cruising the interstates...."   Sorry, did not get back to this thread. For a manual transmission in 5th gear, divide the mph by 2 to get the rpm. So 70 mph is 3500 rpm. The automatic turns about 500 rpm less at 70 mph.   What does excessive mean? The 5-speed ratios are optimized for the use anticipated. If 5th gear was 500 rpm less at 70, the car would be a little under-geared like the automatic, and less peppy. If a 6th gear was added, it would only be good for cruising on level ground, and would add greatly to the cost of the car. If you want lower-rpm cruising, with less noise and more mpg, get the automatic. But it is not as lively a car to drive.   If excessive means bad for the engine, the xB engine with its variable valve timing is made for high rpms. It is redlined at 6500 rpm, yet is the size of several motorcycle engines that redline at 9000 rpm. An xB tech manual says the xB's max sustained cruising speed is 90 mph, with a top speed of 103 mph. So 3500 rpm at 70 mph is nothing for the engine. Replies to this message: boyce (Sep 13, 2006 7:06 am)
#63 of 91 Re: Considering an XB [aatherton] by boyce Sep 13, 2006 (7:06 am)
Replying to: aatherton (Sep 13, 2006 6:23 am) Thank you for your reply. Yes you nailed it, when an engine is turning high revs, I do worry about abusing it. Thanks for clearing that up for me. Going to do test drive tomorrow. Thanks again, Bud
#64 of 91 Re: Considering an XB [boyce] by guitarman1 Nov 03, 2006 (7:03 am)
Replying to: boyce (Sep 02, 2006 8:21 am) As the proud owner of an 2006 Scion Xb, I highly recommend your getting one. If you don't need a rear spoiler and other pretty but unnecessary things, get the basic auto tranny model which is $15,440.00 + tax, etc. How good is it......let me put it this way...my wife wants mine and I'm looking forward to the 2007 model to come out or...even better....in the spring they'll be coming out with a T2B model which is really neat. Go for it!!!!
#65 of 91 Not So New Owner! by xxavxx Dec 13, 2006 (8:54 am)
I'm a not so new owner (I think!). I brought my 2006 Scion xA in September and have been having fun ever since. The only thing that is a bummer is the horrible traffic in the DC Metro Area but late night driving is something I always look forward to. I plan to mod my car appearance-wise soon enough
#66 of 91 another older owner by vazqueza Mar 19, 2007 (5:29 pm)
My 06 tC has been my baby since May of 06. She's a white 5-speed that hasn't disappointed me yet.   The only minor issues I've had are the rattle when the moon-roof is open and some idiot I gave a ride to knocked off the passenger-side interior light right off of it's peg. I'm taking it in this week to have them looked at.
#67 of 91 Perfect "back" car by toasterfan Mar 22, 2007 (8:28 am)
Bought my '06 xB three weeks ago, a basic Thundercloud automatic. Absolutely love it! If you have back problems, it's easy to enter and exit, firm seats and upright posture are great. Have met several other owners at the dealer and we're all 50+ years old. Sorry kids. Replies to this message: aatherton (Mar 22, 2007 3:41 pm) waps (Jul 04, 2008 12:58 pm)
#68 of 91 Re: Perfect "back" car [toasterfan] by aatherton Mar 22, 2007 (3:41 pm)
Replying to: toasterfan (Mar 22, 2007 8:28 am) Am 6"-2" and had a disk operation 35 years ago. I liked the easy in and out that my Mazda truck gave me for 16 years. When it came time to get a car, the xB was the only car that had that same ease of entry. Just step in and step out. On my wife's big LeSabre, I have to fall into it and crawl out of it. When my back is acting up, it can be torture.
#69 of 91 New xB by girlbuffalo1 May 23, 2007 (4:18 am)
I bought the new 2008 xB 5/19 and freaking love it (although of course it has been less than a week)--I got black sand pearl, automatic with the upgraded stereo--really fabulous car. I understand a lot of old xB owners are sat at Scion/Toyota's "Betrayal" of the old style--but please give it a try--it feels really luxerious (maybe that is what they are mad about)? Anyways love my new car that just rolled off trucks last week and don't think I would trade it for that new Element that I also test drove! LOL!
#70 of 91 Its my baby by chargedfemale Jun 30, 2007 (6:43 pm)
I just bought my brand new 08 scion tc.. I could not love it any more.. I bought it about 9 days ago and its been in the shop getting extras added on for about 4 days... my first 5 speed and I ADORE IT! Replies to this message: rockymax (Jul 02, 2007 2:28 pm)
#71 of 91 What color & accessories did you get?? by rockymax Jul 02, 2007 (2:28 pm)
Replying to: chargedfemale (Jun 30, 2007 6:43 pm) Congrats on your new TC! I am selling my beloved Miata to my cousin(and having an emotional breakdown over the sale of my baby even though it was my choice!!)and planning to buy a 2008 TC. What color car did you buy? I started looking at them about 6 months ago and had finally decided on the Azure Pearl, only to find it is not available for 2008. The new Waveline Pearl is a pretty color, but I don't think I like it on the TC. I'm leaning toward the white now. I'm also curious what accessories you added? There are so many available . . . I'm just trying to get a feel for what owners in the real world are liking. Thanks for any feedback you can offer.

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