Kartel

Does an event have to have extravagent artwork to be considered legit? Im sure all of us have heard the rumours that this will be the last Scion Night and reading the criticism here, i now understand why. Lets take Scion United for instance. There were some vehicles damaged during the 3 days that they had the cars to use for the campaign. Well next thing you know, alot of others are jumping on the bandwagon filing claims for things that had pre-existed prior to the event. I had some damage to my vehicle but it wasnt anything compared to what Scion gave us during that weekend. We dropped our cars off in the middle of nowhere, i expected nicks and scratches and felt no need to be compensated further for them. Scion as a whole has spent millions of dollars if not billions on us owners. To be criticized for something so minor would totally make me re-examine my relationships and make change where needed. Ive pushed many envelopes in the past 4 years that i have been a member of the scion community to show a brand i believe so whole heartedly about to the masses and just reading thru this thread disappoints me extremely

UNiT_xEr0

x2 just be happy theres a scion night

SEXB909

Hey what's up David! Have fun at the event and have a funnel cake for me and tear up that Rockband dude. This guy has an awesome vocal high. haha. Sorry wont be able to make to make it because of work.

beedee

i am very happy there is a scion night, and very grateful for what the brand has given back to its customers. i was simply pointing out that the flyer was poorly done. squail brought up great points in his post.

SquallLHeart

it is not about the extravagance of the artwork... just the level of professionalism that is brought upon.

as they say, a picture is worth a thousand words..

such bandwagons i do also realize myself exist.. and there is no doubt that most of us here know how much Scion has spent on us owners. their ways to market the brand are still revolutionary as because the great treatment we get from corporate and others that we ourselves become the best way to advertise the brand.

i cannot recall one day ever since i've owned my Scion that I have not loved to tell people about it.. to continuously advertise it thru the accessories.. the apparel, shirts.. hats.. visors.. keychains.. that Scion has generously provided complimentary to its owners.

such criticism that has been made has been only to help provide feedback. it is all meant to be constructive.. cause the last thing i would really want is to see Scion not doing these types of events anymore..

however.. as the current economy stands... the rumor of this being the very last one... for the most part.. for now, is true... at least for a long time.

anyway.. before we all get butt hurt.. here's my contribution for the community:

AcidDrop

iTrader: (4)

^looks good, now lets just wait and see what the official word of the show is and when registration begins.

SquallLHeart

yea, registration will be slightly hectic i'm sure, but we still have 3 weeks to the event.

also, just as the knott's site has also mentioned.. the construction on I-5 may cause delays and alternate directions are on the knott's site.
http://www.knotts.com/park/guest/parking.shtml

also, the parking area will be the same as last year (for those who went.. (which i actually didn't...) uhm. )

grassy.. area? east lot.. something..

AcidDrop

iTrader: (4)

if it is 200 cars for the show then it will be on the pavement because they probably all won't fit in the grass area with all of the vendors and expectally with that scion trailer with the game systems, for the scion night 06 it was in the same spot just on the pavement.

surfcitylocal

Behind you 1000% Mike. How about we have those who don't approve of the flyer not go. That way there is more room for those of us who don't give a flying F what the advert looks like. Those who just want to have a good time and enjoy hanging with other cool Scion owners.

*off my soap box now*

P-Shooter

Whoa. Un !%?@$#!$^$$*@$%? believable. Thanks Mike for not making me have to type out what I think. ha All we have to wait for now is the whining and biyatching from those who didn't win the contest at this event or why Scion isn't giving away 5 free tickets and only 4. Or isn't giving away 6 instead of 5.

surfcitylocal

Or why no one brought a trailer to pick up their car so they wouldn't have to drive it to the parking lot. And I'm sure we'll be hearing from those who are ticked they can't bring in some friends, drop them off and then drive out and pick up more friends to bring them in. (i worked traffic at last years show and got yelled at a bunch for that one) Sometimes no matter what you give people they always complain.

DODGERXA

We should all be thankful for everything SCION does for us, i have never seen no car company care so much for the community. Why does the flyer matter its not like the flyer will get you into the event, all the people complaining are just hating. instead we should all be glad that scion does this for us and its all FREE.

David if you need anything just hit me up on here, email or give me a call.

HyPnOtIk

iTrader: (4)

x2 for sure!!

SHHH_tC

in the defense as well for scion corp all i got to say to all those hater is this... do we or you have them spend $3k to $30k in creating a flyer or for them to do something simple and spend that money on us? i rather have a simple logo and a very successful event. but everyone has there opinion but i just say lets be fair with corp, they have done so much for us...look at united!

anyways i look foward on seeing everyone there and having a blast!

jay_jay_n

yay scion nights again!! hi everyone i just came out of hiding lol.. can't wait to signup i just hope i can drive my car to the event =)

SquallLHeart

i have stated my opinions, and just like i expected myself. alot of you blew it out of proportion. there are a few people out there that have a legitimate concern and when you see something like this on the front lines.. it is a very NOTICEABLE that Scion corp and regional are having problems.

I stand behind David's decision, and you all would, in thanking him for routing the budget more to the actual event itself vs to some other company to put together a flyer. (which yes.. i do realize those professionals out there get paid omfg amounts of money on something that minuscule)

goodness, when it all comes down to it.. it's just a flyer guys... but for those really concerned.. it shows that there are problems financially and economically behind the scenes.

I know about United.. and I know how much Scion has spent over the years for us.. even along with Miami back then.. (which for the record I didn't attend either)

but don't think for one second i don't wake up each day.. get in my car.. and thank Scion for everything that they've done for me.

some of you really need to calm down though... as pretty much many of you are taking it in the wrong direction.

yes, i know not everyone can be pleased, a few people are greedy, and the facts of life where you can't get everything you want. you don't have to bring those guys up. you can ignore them.. continuing to address them only fuels the fire. but yes, valid point to people that we should enjoy what we do get.

however.. i'd let them whine... who cares? who seriously... really cares?
i think many of you believe it is because of those owners that Scion and the rumors of these such events will come to a halt..

if they're true.. then yea.. life sucks. they suck.. and you can then join them in the whining room after dinner.

i know i'll be coming to this event.. spending the gas money.. time.. driving to a place 360 miles from my house.. to ENJOY what that Scion has generously provided without complaints

(besides it's my own fault that i'm spending all that gas money.. not Scion's.. seee?? thinking... right direction... lol. )

AcidDrop

iTrader: (4)

^your the one who started about the flyer not looking professional and so on and then created one to your taste of liking. everyone just let it go and let scion throw the event the way they want to and like they always have in the past. If you don't like it then you can either not show up at all or just show up for your free tickets and have fun without any drama..

SquallLHeart

me? started it?

you need to recheck yourself buddy... i only came out into the open to offer help and constructive criticism because too many people were either curious or wondering what was going on.

and there were plenty other people in that bunch who brought up that well before i did in a different manner.. so i came in to resolve and clarify things.

geeeez.

you guys can talk all you want.. but i'm planning to have fun.

DodgerGirl

Enough with the flyer sheesh, Kartel & Taz couldn't of said it better... This is event is gonna be great regardless of what you thinkof the flyer. I thought it was good and looks scaryish, perfect for the holiday!

ScionMFR

I have to refrain from saying what I'm really thinking...so I'll go easy:

I've seen good flyers...I've seen less-than good. Fall where they may, the same is true with some of the Scions rolling out there. Not every one's trophy-worthy. Go Easy.

The Founding Fathers of the Scion Community (some may argue, but two of them are certainly one Nilo and other Verone, to name a few...) would certainly not be pleased to see that SOME members of the best community of enthusiasts...on the planet...would use this platform to cry/complain or just flat out bang on somebody else's work or efforts...when, ultimately, they're 100% dedicated to making you happy.

Thanks to those of you who took it upon yourself (and the rest of/majority of GOOD Scion family) to point out the good intention of it all.

In the words of the immortal Don Cornelius...
Peace. And Love.
JB