My New 2011 - will I be happy?
05-15-2010, 10:20 AM
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I'm 49 (plus some shipping and handling) and I love my Box. Yes, there are lots of toys you can add onto your xB to make it your own without spending a ton of cash. Don't worry about what the other guys think of it (if it's negative). If they don't like it, they have two choices: not look at your ride, or pay for the upgrades that they like. I would love to put on the rear spoiler (cuts down on the dirty rear window, I think), but since I carry plywood and other long items on a roof rack, the spoiler would get damaged. So, I just worked on the sound system and put in a wood/aluminum cargo floor in the back. New LED interior lights are next (so I can see where the cup holders are at night).
05-15-2010, 10:27 AM
#22
hahahaha +shipping and handling.... that's the funniest line to wake up to!!!
I actually didn't notice on the OP's post anything about caring what other people say so I didn't mention much.
Dood there are 21-25 year olds, like myself that drive this car and we don't give a sh*t....I actually enjoy hearing most of them calling it ugly!
Makes you realize that your car stands out hahah, I know I got issues. But on a serious note if this vehicle held your marriage together and got you some TLC in the process, then praise it ;)
There's always going to be people that are jealous of you out there.
05-15-2010, 10:57 AM
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53 year old here and loving my XB. Most people that had made comments to me at first about it being a kids car has since stopped and now they usually are the first to ask.... What new mod's have you done to it now!
Enjoy your XB and make it yours. Modding it is the fun part, besides driving it! There are a lot of great DIY mod's here on ScionLife and a lot of knowledgeable people that can answer any question you can throw at them.
Welcome to our world!
Enjoy your XB and make it yours. Modding it is the fun part, besides driving it! There are a lot of great DIY mod's here on ScionLife and a lot of knowledgeable people that can answer any question you can throw at them.
Welcome to our world!
05-15-2010, 01:57 PM
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Thanks again folks. It is comforting hearing your similar experiences and how after time these folks were envious. Soon I am sure I will have to do the unspeakable and tell my wife...."honey you were right". Anyway looks like I have some decisions to make on wheels. I would go 17s but that means buying new tires and these are new that are on it. I think I can live with 16s. Tires will be cheaper too in the future. Thanks Cyanide for the great tips and pm. What do you think about these wheels. I like them and they are only $59 each at discount tire. I can paint over the "hot wheels" emblem.
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05-15-2010, 02:28 PM
#25
Welcome man! Cioinde is the truth. he won't steer you wrong. and honestly if they make fun of you its because they know their car has nooooo style. The fit imo should never be compared to the scion. There are soooo many mods you can do for your scion to give it your own style and flair. Honestly rims do change the whole car. Im getting some soon (have had an xb with some pretty sweet mods for 2 years). IF you need help with lighting, or just inexpensive mods in general. Im your man!
05-15-2010, 03:58 PM
#26
Not my cup-o-tea. IMO they look too busy with the combo of black paint and machined finish on the spokes, as well as the fake screws on the lip. It's just my personal feeling, but I won't own a one piece wheel with fake screws to try and make it look like a two/three piece wheel. Additionally, these wheels are quite heavy (acceleration and mpg will suffer).
05-15-2010, 05:40 PM
#27
after the warm welcome, prepare yourself for some honest criticism. Those wheels are atrocious. By the way where do you reside? You should consider a set of new wheels and tires, that way you will have the option of running a set for the winter and another one for the summer.
Keep searching my friend..
05-15-2010, 08:56 PM
#28
OP Dude!
Don't do anything unless it's part of your personal vision for the car. Don't worry, the idiots out there will lose interest in no time flat
! Don't give them the satisfaction of caring about what they say, they don't deserve it!Wheels are very personal, and you should get what you like, but you asked so here goes...
Not my cup-o-tea. IMO they look too busy with the combo of black paint and machined finish on the spokes, as well as the fake screws on the lip. It's just my personal feeling, but I won't own a one piece wheel with fake screws to try and make it look like a two/three piece wheel. Additionally, these wheels are quite heavy (acceleration and mpg will suffer).
Not my cup-o-tea. IMO they look too busy with the combo of black paint and machined finish on the spokes, as well as the fake screws on the lip. It's just my personal feeling, but I won't own a one piece wheel with fake screws to try and make it look like a two/three piece wheel. Additionally, these wheels are quite heavy (acceleration and mpg will suffer).
Like Cionide says, rims are personal, and regardless of size (I stayed with 16" myself), you're going to be living with them for a long time. Take your time, identify all the rims that you think would look good, and then gradually work through them to narrow down your ultimate choice (LF doesn't provide that answer, you do). Both Tirerack and DiscountTireDirect allow you to display the rim on your car, use that feature -- it helps tremendously. Take your time with all mods, they're an expression of yourself, keep your integrity intact
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05-16-2010, 01:42 AM
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OP Dude!
Like Cionide says, rims are personal, and regardless of size (I stayed with 16" myself), you're going to be living with them for a long time. Take your time, identify all the rims that you think would look good, and then gradually work through them to narrow down your ultimate choice (LF doesn't provide that answer, you do). Both Tirerack and DiscountTireDirect allow you to display the rim on your car, use that feature -- it helps tremendously. Take your time with all mods, they're an expression of yourself, keep your integrity intact!
Like Cionide says, rims are personal, and regardless of size (I stayed with 16" myself), you're going to be living with them for a long time. Take your time, identify all the rims that you think would look good, and then gradually work through them to narrow down your ultimate choice (LF doesn't provide that answer, you do). Both Tirerack and DiscountTireDirect allow you to display the rim on your car, use that feature -- it helps tremendously. Take your time with all mods, they're an expression of yourself, keep your integrity intact
!Here is my ride:
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05-16-2010, 01:55 AM
#30
Congratulations, the wheels do look good with that color. 
Can't beat that deal either. BTW, Hot Wheels were made and branded for Discount Tire by KMC Wheels, so they have a brand name behind them.
When I originally googled Toyota Elusive Blue, it showed me a much lighter blue on a Rav4, and I thought those wheels would overpower the lighter color.
Can't beat that deal either. BTW, Hot Wheels were made and branded for Discount Tire by KMC Wheels, so they have a brand name behind them.
When I originally googled Toyota Elusive Blue, it showed me a much lighter blue on a Rav4, and I thought those wheels would overpower the lighter color.
05-16-2010, 10:55 AM
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i say u go get fatter, wider, beefy tires to it husky look.. ya dig? ;) congrats with the purchase and welcome to SL.. enjoy the ride as we all know u would.. ;)
oh also, i think 5 spokes gun metal rims would look bad ___ on ur car.. or any gun metal rims i think would look bad ___! hehe..
oh also, i think 5 spokes gun metal rims would look bad ___ on ur car.. or any gun metal rims i think would look bad ___! hehe..
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05-16-2010, 04:38 PM
#35
Reminds me of the look of a flint mica xB1 I saw in a photo awhile back. It was also lowered, but the wheels looked excellent with the dark shade of paint. Yours also play nicely with the brake rotors and calipers -- good job !
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05-17-2010, 10:13 AM
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Hello all,
First post. I am a middle class mid forties male. I just bought an 2011, Elusive Blue Metallic, Auto, XB. The decision was between 2 cars: this one and the Honda fit. I know these 2 really are in slightly different classes. I was thinking economy on the fit (fit was slightly cheaper in price and insurance, better on gas). I was thinking image and ride more so with the XB. The wife really liked the XB and when she found out I was looking at the fit, well she had a fit. I told her the XB will cost more, she said, you would look ridiculous in a fit, especially since I am 6 foot 230#. I told her it would cost about $300 more per year to own the scion (gas + insurance). This amount really did not sound like much so in order to avoid divorce, I went with the scion. People at work are now laughing at me at why I am driving a "kid" car. I personally am happy with it now, it is very utility, very nice driving and has WAAAAY more power than the Fit. The visibility is not near as good as in the fit. The fit had really cheap seat foam and other very flimsy plastic pieces. Toyota seats blow honda away. The sound system in the Scion is really good for stock. I really like the overall room and ride that this car has. I am just getting hung up on what people will think on the road and how they will treat someone driving an XB. Don't forget I live in Texas..big trucks...rednecks. I guess my question (especially to middle aged purchasers), did you feel the same way initially and are you now happy with it?
First post. I am a middle class mid forties male. I just bought an 2011, Elusive Blue Metallic, Auto, XB. The decision was between 2 cars: this one and the Honda fit. I know these 2 really are in slightly different classes. I was thinking economy on the fit (fit was slightly cheaper in price and insurance, better on gas). I was thinking image and ride more so with the XB. The wife really liked the XB and when she found out I was looking at the fit, well she had a fit. I told her the XB will cost more, she said, you would look ridiculous in a fit, especially since I am 6 foot 230#. I told her it would cost about $300 more per year to own the scion (gas + insurance). This amount really did not sound like much so in order to avoid divorce, I went with the scion. People at work are now laughing at me at why I am driving a "kid" car. I personally am happy with it now, it is very utility, very nice driving and has WAAAAY more power than the Fit. The visibility is not near as good as in the fit. The fit had really cheap seat foam and other very flimsy plastic pieces. Toyota seats blow honda away. The sound system in the Scion is really good for stock. I really like the overall room and ride that this car has. I am just getting hung up on what people will think on the road and how they will treat someone driving an XB. Don't forget I live in Texas..big trucks...rednecks. I guess my question (especially to middle aged purchasers), did you feel the same way initially and are you now happy with it?
Screw the guys at work. in both good and bad the xb2 have a much more mature audience than the xb1.
I ended up getting the 2008...and now I got the 2011...yes you'll be happy, especially when you hook up your memory stick with mp3's on it...
I can fit my 9'6'' stand up paddle board in it....today I had 4 kiteboards including a foil board, 3 kites, volleyball net, cooler and 2 beach chairs + a ton of random stuff in addition to the wife and me...try that in the fit... :-)
Btw nice elusive blue...I got the black...mostly because they didn't have the elusive blue...
05-18-2010, 12:39 AM
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You will most likely love your Xb, just stay in the fast lane and avoid following big trucks,on long trips your front wind shield is a major target for flying rocks. Mine was busted at 14,000 miles while following a line of trucks in the slow lane. The normal $500 insurance deductible will get you !! Suggest $0 deductible on the Xb.
05-18-2010, 01:36 AM
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You will most likely love your Xb, just stay in the fast lane and avoid following big trucks,on long trips your front wind shield is a major target for flying rocks. Mine was busted at 14,000 miles while following a line of trucks in the slow lane. The normal $500 insurance deductible will get you !! Suggest $0 deductible on the Xb.
! (Even my bicycle can spit a stone.) The only protection is distance, as in keep it.