Stop Buying Toyotas and Buy This Car for 3x Less

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  • Опубліковано 14 вер 2022
  • The Best Car to Buy for cheap. No One is Telling You the Truth, So I Have to, DIY and car review with Scotty Kilmer. Cheap used car. Scion XD, scion XB, scion FR-S, and scion iQ review. Scion vs Toyota. Is Scion a Toyota? Are Scions reliable? Are Scions good cars? Is Scion worth it? Buying a used Scion. Buying a Scion. Should I buy a Scion? Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 54 years.
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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  Рік тому +42

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    • @Eric-fx9xf
      @Eric-fx9xf Рік тому

      Hey Scotty, just wondering what the plug/plugs looked like after the run on this Scion? Love the channel by the way. ✌👍

    • @ms.ladylight3209
      @ms.ladylight3209 Рік тому

      Funniest thing...I'm in Michigan and I saw a guy that looked just like you....and guess what kind of of car he got into...a old Honda. I said to myself "I wonder of that's Scotty 🤔...naw but sure looked like your twin🤣

    • @gta-6837
      @gta-6837 Рік тому +1

      Great video.

    • @jimmyleejams
      @jimmyleejams Рік тому +1

      Thank you Scotty !! ... for everything ! Been following you for years and, when it comes to automotive matters ... YOU ARE THE MAN !!! I would watch your posts even if I was an old lady with no interest in autos ... so entertaining ... but as as someone who watches you to learn about automotive issues ... YOU ARE THE MAN !!!

    • @hillbillyintheasia6122
      @hillbillyintheasia6122 Рік тому

      hey scotty are y,all 2006 Scion xb Hatchback 4D
      $2,200 1.5 ? worth it 239 k

  • @xYaBoiii
    @xYaBoiii Рік тому +241

    Scotty Kilmer: "Stop buying Toyotas and buy Toyotas"

  • @DougZbikowski
    @DougZbikowski Рік тому +33

    I've owned that exact car (same color and everything) for 16 years now. It's a tank- I think the only thing that I had to repair is the exhaust and the altenator. It starts first time every time! Probably the most reliable car I've ever owned. With the seats down, the rear has about as much room as a small pickup truck :) Great in the snow too.
    On the minus side, it's severely underpowered and strains on the highway. 0-60 is in the 10-12s range. There's no traction control, and the rear brakes are drum brakes, so brake performance isn't the best.

    • @TainMT6
      @TainMT6 4 місяці тому +2

      I owned one for 6 years with the 5 speed manual. They’re almost the same in performance but the manual being marginally faster 0-60. I gutted the car entirely down to the metal and put bucket seats in it. With an intake, exhaust, coilovers you surprise a good amount of people. Can keep up with a lot of cars. You can get turbo kits for them since they run the same engine as the Corolla. 2zr-fe

    • @Tragick_Sin
      @Tragick_Sin Місяць тому

      No it is not, 1.8 is plenty enough for the highway, if the 1.5 does fine on the highway the 1.8 does amazing on the highways, you are probably morbidly obese and straining the car

    • @labnine3362
      @labnine3362 17 днів тому

      I have had to replace multiple wheel bearings in mine and the ABS is always on the fritz but otherwise, it's a great car.

  • @ariel676767
    @ariel676767 3 місяці тому +4

    I have a 2010 XD with 268k miles. I have driven the car everywhere and it's given me no problems. One time I had the wrong size tire for a few months...no issues...except it drove crazy. Everythings work perfectly! Great car!

  • @sharpshooter012345
    @sharpshooter012345 Рік тому +72

    I love how he just tossed the beauty cover. LOL

    • @Mr.President.2028
      @Mr.President.2028 Рік тому +2

      He is a sloppy person! Watch how he handles things when fixing cars and you will know.

    • @aitoluxd
      @aitoluxd Рік тому

      @@Mr.President.2028 cap!

    • @SunofYork
      @SunofYork Рік тому +1

      @@Mr.President.2028 I read it as 'no respect', but maybe it's an American cultural thing... I 'place' everything carefully...

    • @Blakecryderman7244
      @Blakecryderman7244 Рік тому +6

      @@Mr.President.2028 no he’s not bro, look how freaking clean his car interiors are, he’s not a sloppy thing. That’s kind of a stereotype. Don’t judge a book based by its cover. Also that cover just gently hitting the pavement doesn’t hurt it, I’ve done it & it only breaks if you step on it, which Scotty obviously doesn’t. Dam bro your ridiculous

    • @Mr.President.2028
      @Mr.President.2028 Рік тому +1

      @@Blakecryderman7244 I observe his actions, not just one or two times. In today's video "Here's How I Get My Cars to Last Over 400,000 Miles", he threw the engine cover again at 16:48. Look at how Car Care Nut does for reference/comparison; he put the parts on the mobile cart. That is how you show "respect" to your customers, you treat their stuff with care.

  • @MrBbbakersk
    @MrBbbakersk Рік тому +7

    Own one since 2009 , basically a yaris suspension and chasis. With a corolla engine , cheap maintenance. 180,000 miles. One water pump , changed it myself. 1 clutch change . 35mpg average ( puerto rico streets) full tank gets about 300 miles , manual . No leaks , love it .
    Small inside but great for students , really easy to park. Interiors really well built , easy to clean . Regular wash inside and out takes like 1 hour or less. Rear seats drops down and you have plenty of cargo space when needed. Best daily driver I've had really reliable. Just test drive it if you're a tall person .

  • @jackeldogo3952
    @jackeldogo3952 Рік тому +127

    My 87 Celica was rated at 35MPG highway, but I would consistently get 40MPG when taking long interstate trips through non-congested areas. That is still considered pretty good 35 years later.

    • @extremedrivr
      @extremedrivr Рік тому +12

      See that, and here we are in 2022 and most new cars can't claim anywhere near that.

    • @bryanfews5295
      @bryanfews5295 Рік тому +5

      I had one over 400000 miles and yes the gas mileage was phenomenal didn't think about then being a young man !

    • @KaiPonte
      @KaiPonte Рік тому +9

      I remember someone mentioning how '80s Honda Civic hatches got 40MPG plus. However, the reason they did was because they has much fewer safety features. The person later commented how one wouldn't want to be in a front-end collision in one of those.

    • @dannyv2230
      @dannyv2230 Рік тому +7

      I know how you feel my 2018 Civic can get me 48 MPG on long road trips and it feels great looking at other people in huge trucks that get their MPG in the single digits 😂

    • @extremedrivr
      @extremedrivr Рік тому +2

      @@dannyv2230 Too bad every car doesn't get the MPG that your Civic gets.
      Automanufacturers are greedy folks who don't want us to have the entire 🎂.
      They either give us a slice of great MPG or just a slice of Raw Horsepower and speed.
      But what we should be getting is a fully made 🎂 with great MPG, Raw Horsepower and speed together.
      If you get the drift of what I am saying.
      Basically a V8 Powered monster with 50 MPG and ZERO Pollution.
      It can be done but the Automanufacturers don't want us to have that because they are trying to appease the radical environmentalists now.

  • @speedracer609
    @speedracer609 Рік тому +52

    I had a scion xb and had 250k on it and it would be still running if I didn't hydro lock the engine. The oil leak on some were a problem with the rings. My engine had the problem and Toyota paid for the engine replacement.

    • @speedracer609
      @speedracer609 Рік тому +4

      @@nagyhanna3758 drove through a puddle in a banked curve that ended up being almost 2 feet deep and I had cold air intake on it so it suck the water right in. I fixed it enough to sell tho

  • @Erstwhile.Freeman
    @Erstwhile.Freeman Рік тому +187

    You’re killing the value of my car Scotty 🥺

  • @neuzdotcom
    @neuzdotcom Рік тому +11

    I always learn something new from you Scotty. I recently replaced my iridium plugs, I put anti-seize on them. Car wasn’t running right, so I pulled my plugs again and one of them was very loose! Thanks for the solid advice as always

    • @mehmet-zd4jm
      @mehmet-zd4jm Рік тому +2

      So better not to put anti seize?

    • @4orrcountry
      @4orrcountry Рік тому +2

      Yes, Scotty mentions this in the video.

  • @jonlosito2004
    @jonlosito2004 Рік тому +13

    I love the Scion XD!! Im currently 18 yrs old and I was thinking of a Scion XA or a TC as my first car, and it's currently on my first car list. The reason I say this is because they're one of the most fuel saving, practical, cheap, fun, and reliable economy cars out there. Scion existed from like 2001 to 2017 and the iM was the last production model they ever made. The reason Scion went out of business is because they never made SUVs (which are the most popular segment), and I wish Scion still existed today cuz Scion is one of my fav car companies out there!!

    • @clutchcolton
      @clutchcolton Рік тому +1

      TC has a known piston head ring problem. Your other options are great!

  • @TYOUNG0168
    @TYOUNG0168 Рік тому +7

    My 2010 xD manual has 204k+miles on it. Runs like the day I bought it used with 41k on it. Generally 38 mpg highway... I love it!

  • @cbmikey
    @cbmikey Рік тому +8

    I bought an '08 Scion xD back during the Cash 4 Clunkers debacle. Currently have 270k on the engine and it still runs like a top! One thing though, that 2ZRFE does like to have bad water pumps. I've replaced mine twice.

  • @sosasabillon1991
    @sosasabillon1991 Рік тому +3

    Thank you Scotty! I've had my 2012 Scion xd for 5 years now and best car I ever had, really appreciate this video. Maybe do one for an automatic transmition in the future please?

  • @lidyaben2355
    @lidyaben2355 Рік тому +75

    I love Scotty energy 😀
    Can't talk without his arms and that's what makes him unique

    • @darthganu
      @darthganu Рік тому +6

      That's how he retrieves his wisdom and knowledge from his head database. 😂

    • @rtflone
      @rtflone Рік тому +2

      Old Scotty has some Italian in his dog box maybe a grandmother only he can say. This I know from my own experience with an Italian grandmother..

    • @marsha6549
      @marsha6549 Рік тому

      Scotty talks with his arms, chef Rachael Ray talks with her hands. Both movements irritate me.

  • @Kitfox942
    @Kitfox942 Рік тому +21

    I love the Scion xD so much that my boyfriend and I BOTH bought one! The build quality is amazing for something that was meant to be a bottom base econobox!

    • @raven4k998
      @raven4k998 Рік тому +1

      stop peeing in people s gas tanks🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @labnine3362
      @labnine3362 17 днів тому

      I have two of them!

  • @wittsullivan8130
    @wittsullivan8130 Рік тому +51

    One of my friends has worked for Toyota for 20 years. A few years ago, when they announced cancelling the Scion, they offered a limited edition where they only made 600 something in a limited edition trim. Being an employee of Toyota, he gets a pretty nice discount on a new car every few years. He had bought his wife a new Toyota minivan a few years ago and the anniversary date of his discount just happened to come up, so he bought one of the limited edition models. He's a big guy, too, weights more than 350. He flip flops between an older Chevy SIlverado and his Scion as his daily driver. It's a spectacle to see him get in and out of it.

    • @ywe3
      @ywe3 Рік тому +4

      i'm a 6'2" 430 lb guy my 1st car was a 2016 Scion tC and until the AC blew out 8 months after i bought it i LOVED it...bought it new...now own a Coyote Mustang and hope to have the same fun as my tC

    • @WhittyPics
      @WhittyPics Рік тому

      Does he work at the Georgetown KY plant? I'm from Louisville

    • @zythr9999
      @zythr9999 Рік тому

      xD model?

    • @brflat549
      @brflat549 Рік тому

      they have alot of room in them for a small car

  • @greggo7978
    @greggo7978 Рік тому +1

    Scottie my friend ,you are awesome!
    Absolutely love every one of your vids and respect your integrity very much.
    Bless you and may you live long and make us better.

  • @nunnya-biz32
    @nunnya-biz32 Рік тому +31

    Toyota execs: "young Americans are not buying new cars like they use to, we need a new brand"
    New cars: *cost more than an average young adult earns in a year*

    • @oreally8605
      @oreally8605 Рік тому

      😂

    • @yumyumsunkie
      @yumyumsunkie Рік тому +5

      Now it's used cars twice as much as the new ones. Or a 25 year old car just as expensive as a normal used one 3 years ago lol

    • @lisag18
      @lisag18 Рік тому +1

      Wages haven't increased, rent really has, student loans, new cars aren't made the way they used to.
      Who can afford a new car?

  • @MCPowerMagnet
    @MCPowerMagnet Рік тому +4

    I have a 2006 Scion xb at over 318,000 miles. It's burning oil, and the transmission is going, but it's hanging in there. It's been a great vehicle. Just dying to upgrade soon.

  • @Super_Bros.
    @Super_Bros. Рік тому +4

    I just bought a Scion xD because of this review by Scotty. Thanks dude!

  • @2002Poops
    @2002Poops Рік тому +23

    I got a 2009 xD for my daughter with a peeling clearcoat, however it was well maintained otherwise and we gave it a new paint job. It's been a great car for her. The only negatives for me would be the placement of the PCV which is normally accessible on the top of the engine, is underneath the manifold intake on this car. Just beware there's not much room around the engine to easily do some DIY repairs.

  • @OGPimpin
    @OGPimpin Рік тому +2

    My man with another stellar review!!!

  • @eduardobenassi3072
    @eduardobenassi3072 Рік тому +4

    If I found a Corolla like the one you had, I'd never sell it. Dang, that thing slaps 🔥🔥 I already own two from the same era, rx60 Cressida and a Nissan Laurel. The only modern vehicle at our house is my wife's 2018 Civic.

  • @arthurmiller9103
    @arthurmiller9103 Рік тому +14

    Scotty is the most entertaining car expert out there.

  • @77.88.
    @77.88. Рік тому +16

    I usually start up my 2013 Prius and use the power mode which uses the battery and the 1.8 L engine it laid rubber because I needed to get into the traffic, I only use the power mod for maybe 5 minuets then go back to the ECO mode; what a car over 170,000 miles and still runs like new without any problems, Thanks Toyota

  • @halbrookins3232
    @halbrookins3232 Рік тому

    Great presentation! Thank you.

  • @jkeelsnc
    @jkeelsnc Рік тому +47

    The XD is based on a Yaris chassis with a Corolla drivetrain crammed into it. So yeah, it will be super reliable for many years. Interesting fact. In some markets the Yaris of the time was offered with the Corolla drive train as an option. Yes there is even a UA-cam video from a few years back where a guy put an xd drivetrain in his Yaris sedan.

    • @CRAPO2011
      @CRAPO2011 Рік тому +4

      If its yaris based should be pretty fun to drive, great steering feel

    • @69ztang
      @69ztang Рік тому

      I thought Yaris came out after the Scion.

    • @jkeelsnc
      @jkeelsnc Рік тому +1

      @@69ztang not the xd. The xa and xb were out before Yaris.

    • @shine1019
      @shine1019 Рік тому +1

      In Europe the xD is known as the Urban Cruiser with AWD! It is one cool hatchback!

  • @derikledford544
    @derikledford544 Рік тому +3

    I just recently got my 09 XD. My suburban crapped out and I needed a cheap car quick. Never before has a car pleasantly surprised me like this thing. I'm 6 ft 2, and weigh 280 lb. I can comfortably fit myself, and three friends my size in this thing. Something new amazes me everyday with it. I just found out yesterday that it's apparently rated to tow 3500 lb.

    • @nickvanelzen4630
      @nickvanelzen4630 Рік тому

      wait can it seriously tow 3500lbs? I have a 2012 xd and I installed a hitch mainly to use hitch-mounted cargo carrier but it could also come in handy if I needed to tow a small trailer. According to my driver's manual, its not rated at all for towing or even for cargo carriers/bike racks. I installed the hitch anyway and have had no problems using it for a cargo carrier but i just make sure not to put too much weight on it.

  • @justinjakimiak1998
    @justinjakimiak1998 Рік тому

    Welcome to Tennessee Scotty! I love my xD, thanks for sharing

  • @Sailor-Dave
    @Sailor-Dave Рік тому +1

    We have an '06 Scion Xb, and it is the perfect car for my wife to bang around town and do errands and go to the grocery store. I love driving it, too. Only 2 small concerns: I wish it had factory cruise control, and it has to warm up enough for the cold-engine light to go off before the auto will shift into its highest gear. That 2nd one is kinda strange. We've put over 130K miles on it, and I hope it lasts forever. It's like the Tardis...bigger on the inside. I wish I had 2 of them.

  • @JR-vi4rl
    @JR-vi4rl Рік тому +20

    I bought my daughter a 2009 Scion XA for graduating high school. She drove it all through college. I changed the oil with Mobil 1 every 8000 miles. She put over 200,000 miles on it. No problems. It was a great car.

  • @edwardhalpin7503
    @edwardhalpin7503 Рік тому +2

    1.8 got it, always thought the Xd and the Tc were sweet little rides and I love a stick

  • @yourtube4242
    @yourtube4242 Рік тому +1

    Just brought a 2009 Honda Civic 4c 1.8L. Thanks, Scotty.

  • @peteloving999
    @peteloving999 Рік тому +2

    I love this car. My xD has 95,000 since I bought it in 2011. I've only had one issue in 11 years when I had to replace the evap canister.

  • @frankbiz
    @frankbiz Рік тому +2

    You are always funny to watch while we always learn something new. Thanks Scotty! 👍🏻

    • @raven4k998
      @raven4k998 Рік тому

      what's a cd?

    • @frankbiz
      @frankbiz Рік тому +1

      @@raven4k998 It is "compact disc" (CD), a molded plastic disc containing digital data that is scanned by a laser beam for the reproduction of recorded music.

    • @UriyZ9mb8e
      @UriyZ9mb8e 10 місяців тому +1

      @@frankbiz i love how you gave him a straight up answer lmao

  • @RiZZOBE4R
    @RiZZOBE4R Рік тому +18

    You're adding value to my second car Scotty, thank you! Original owner of a 2014 xD with 91k miles & I recently traded in my used 2008 TSX with 110k for a used 2019 Frontier 4x4 midnight edition with 15k miles. The xD is amazingly reliable with basic maintenance OMG such a gas saver without the Prius price tag. Thank you for your knowledge Scotty I couldn't have done anything with my vehicles or made wise choices regarding which ones to get without you, you're amazing!

    • @mickm5097
      @mickm5097 Рік тому +2

      Without the expense of replacing the $4000+ Prius traction battery too.

    • @nmatthew7469
      @nmatthew7469 Рік тому +3

      How geeked was Scotty after he lit up the tires?

  • @MediaNocte3000
    @MediaNocte3000 Рік тому +1

    I was about to snap up an xB right after the previous owner had the piston rings changed. No oil burning here 👍

  • @louisstennes3
    @louisstennes3 Рік тому +14

    I love the way Scotty just gets ahold of those plastic covers and flips them aside. "Hey Scotty, I have a 2006 Camry that's missing the plastic cover. Do you have a spare you can give me"? "Hmm, I think so let me go in my garage. It may take me awhile as there's about 2,000 in there."

    • @russell4370
      @russell4370 Рік тому

      ITS CALLED A STUPID BEAUTY COVER !
      COINED BY SCOTTY.

    • @commonconservative7551
      @commonconservative7551 Рік тому

      are those covers part of the heat/cool equipment?

    • @UriyZ9mb8e
      @UriyZ9mb8e 10 місяців тому

      @@commonconservative7551 the covers solely exist to make the engine compartment look "cleaner"
      i personally prefer looking at the engine and everything about it, not some plastic with letters on it

    • @commonconservative7551
      @commonconservative7551 10 місяців тому

      @@UriyZ9mb8e it has an effect on the heating / cooling, It shrouds the engine heat

    • @UriyZ9mb8e
      @UriyZ9mb8e 10 місяців тому

      @@commonconservative7551 it keeps in some of the heat from the engine yes, but actually thats bad for the engine, you want it to be at operating temperature, and if the engine overheats, then the cover will help in keeping it overheated... its possible im wrong, but ive never seen any engine cover that actually helps the engine, unless you count some sort of hood intake thats integrated into the engine cover

  • @adamv4951
    @adamv4951 Рік тому +2

    Thanks to Scotty, my son just bought a 2012 Scion tC 6-speed with only 127k miles. Not a bad price at 5700.00 and it has zero issues.

  • @reiannaidoo
    @reiannaidoo Рік тому +8

    I like how Scotty just takes the engine cover of and throws it on the floor. I'd go nuts if someone did that to my car. Lol 🤣

  • @dennismayer4936
    @dennismayer4936 Рік тому +1

    My 09 vibe 2.4 5spd is running great for years. No oil issues. Unfortunately used ones cost 5-7k in good shape. The new Corolla hatchback would be a nice replacement if it wasn’t 20k

  • @lyricaltraveller
    @lyricaltraveller Рік тому +2

    Boy did I have that wrong. I always thought that Scion was a Nissan product all this time. Thanks for educating me.

  • @constantinesavage1719
    @constantinesavage1719 Рік тому

    I have a 2004 scion xA, and I changed the clutch, and did spark plug myself, and it's running better now. I did a oil change at the Toyota dealer, and a brake switch change, and I find that it runs ok.

  • @larrywood3147
    @larrywood3147 Рік тому +3

    Scion XB--I've had three--first in 2006 had 1.8 liter engine--great car, thought I'd have to push it up mountains, but not so--the 2006 I traded for a 2012 XB with the 2.4 liter engine-my daughter had problems (family issues) so I gave it to her--it's still running like a top.. Bought another 2012-this one white-runs great, uses no oil...I don't think it's as much the engine or engine size as upkeep on the vehicle and how they're driven...I was (retired now) an automotive quality engineer--Scion was a joint venture, Toyota and Subaru, Toyota made the drive train and Subaru made the body--if you can find a GOOD Scion - it's worth it!

  • @pudnbug
    @pudnbug Рік тому +4

    I had a 2004 Scion Xb, and I loved it! Roomy (you could wear a top hat in it), fun to drive, reliable (I almost forgot how to open the hood). Plus I loved the bare-bones, non-jazzy, utilitarian look of it. I never liked the 2nd Gen version, although I suppose it was a good car. I wish Toyota would revive the 1 Gen version, as a fun compact 'SUV'.

    • @veedubxlr8r
      @veedubxlr8r Рік тому +2

      The problem is that the 2nd generation xB wasn't nearly as good as the 1st. They used the 2.4L "oil-burners" and weren't even technically xBs. They rebadged the Toyota Rumion from overseas, while we missed out on the real 2nd generation Toyota xB (bB).

  • @yuxtaporo
    @yuxtaporo Рік тому +1

    wife and i bought a 09 xd manual with 43000 back in 2019 and that little car is excellent, we just send it out to puerto rico where we have a vacation place..

  • @ReasonablySane
    @ReasonablySane Рік тому +2

    I own three Scions. the one with the lowest mileage has 142,000 Mi on it. I love it.

  • @Whit_Siever
    @Whit_Siever Рік тому +8

    "Scion" is an Ancient Greek word meaning "student/apprentice" and Toyota was aiming for the Scion brand to be car ownership for beginners

    • @mickm5097
      @mickm5097 Рік тому

      I though 'family scion' meant leader or person who is looked up to in a family. Did I have that wrong?

    • @tomasnokechtesledger1786
      @tomasnokechtesledger1786 Рік тому

      From Scion also come Science, so it's a very broad term.

  • @JRPLawyeress1
    @JRPLawyeress1 Рік тому +3

    We drive a 1998 Avalon with 261k miles and a 2006 Explorer with 180k miles. We could use an affordable car that people don’t laugh at us and will last. No frills works.
    We bought a 2008 Rogue with high mileage. Looked well maintained. Didn’t throw any codes. Drove 7 months and transmission died. Sold for parts. Nissan Jatco transmissions are garbage. Now we know. A year ago we were desperate to find a cheap, dependable car. Oh well.

  • @marcconyard5024
    @marcconyard5024 Рік тому +1

    I always wondered why some automatic cars had tachometers as they’re really superfluous. Then, I started driving buses: big engines with automatic transmissions, the tachometer is essential as an indicator when there’s a fault like a slipping gear or overheating problem.

  • @mongoz1993
    @mongoz1993 Рік тому +3

    I find this interesting I had a Rivian truck pass me and a Chevy impala while I was making a food delivery in Ohio. I honestly thought none came off the assembly line pretty interesting my fiancé was like wow that’s quiet I explained to her it’s an electric vehicle.

  • @postersm7141
    @postersm7141 Рік тому +6

    9:51 I wouldn’t exactly call that burning rubber, I would call it more like chirping rubber lol but touché Scotty!! I love it :-)

  • @tommybounds3220
    @tommybounds3220 Рік тому

    Thank you for the video.

  • @agreenguyfromsomestreet9960
    @agreenguyfromsomestreet9960 Рік тому +2

    As a proud owner of the '11 Urban Cruiser, it's nice to be endorsed by the amazing Mr. Kilmer.

  • @nutterfjell
    @nutterfjell Рік тому +2

    My 2010 1.8L 192k just got its first tune up. Omg it runs like new. 5spd 38mpg

  • @phil4208
    @phil4208 Рік тому +1

    Great tip , they should bring the scion back

  • @traceycancio1795
    @traceycancio1795 Рік тому

    Nice lawn!

  • @RockX_Chris
    @RockX_Chris 4 місяці тому

    I absolutely love my ‘12 Scion xb, but it had the same oil problem on the 2.4L. Luckily when they were fixing my airbag recall, they noticed the problem & fixed it for free. Since then I haven’t had a single problem with it!

  • @bobimbordino3024
    @bobimbordino3024 Рік тому +12

    Like all manufacturers, they have their good & bad engines. All vehicles just need regular maintenance to keep running right.

    • @oreally8605
      @oreally8605 Рік тому +1

      💯

    • @PimpDaddyDisco
      @PimpDaddyDisco Рік тому +3

      You don't work on a variety of makes do you?
      Obviously some manufacturers are better than others in terms of reliability and cost of ownership.

  • @kaudsiz
    @kaudsiz Рік тому

    All the lawns look so nice

  • @RadioTeal
    @RadioTeal Місяць тому

    Just bought my 2014 xD and mine is the automatic version. I find it to be VERY reliable. Loved the video.

  • @VegasGenxBox
    @VegasGenxBox Рік тому +1

    My Scion Gen1 xB TRD is the best car I've ever owned. I just changed the starter myself in under an hour.

  • @mhanko
    @mhanko Рік тому

    Regarding the hot starting problem...
    Check the coil pack (if it has one)
    I have a 2004 Aveo that had the same problem intermittently. My research indicated when an older coil pack would get heated up, it could/would malfunction.
    I replaced the coil pack and have had no more problems. May be similar in the Scion...
    BTW and FWIW...I love my Aveo...It is well maintained (Timing belt at 65K) and totally dependable, nimble and fun.

  • @MarcelHoskins
    @MarcelHoskins 4 місяці тому +1

    Brought a 2013 Scion IQ with 69k miles and it’s great so far

  • @i80386sx
    @i80386sx Рік тому +8

    The lack of an armrest was the big complaint with these vehicles in their hay day. After market ones are readily available.

  • @acement1
    @acement1 Рік тому

    That plug doesn't look bad. Insulator barely discolored. Gap looks OK. No misfires. I did my Legacy wagon engine EJ20b front for second time at 200, 000 Km and changed the plugs(platinum) for the first time. Couldn't be bothered changing them at on the first front overhaul. The 3 of the old plugs that I took out at 200K had lost the entire platinum centre electrode and gap was up to about 55 thou. No misfires even at that. I have strong suspicion that the plugs were not the problem in Scotty's case here. I predict some other intermittent problem.

  • @christophercoburn6376
    @christophercoburn6376 Рік тому

    I have an '08 Scion xD that was gifted to me because it needed a new timing chain. So I ended up buying a matching engine out of a '13 Corolla for $400 and swapped it myself. Then all it needed was front wheel bearings and it has run like a dream ever since. It's a really zippy little lady. I also have a '16 Scion iM. The last Scion!

  • @brandonskiv5907
    @brandonskiv5907 Рік тому

    Thanks for your video, I'm going to buy the 1.8 L engine Scion

  • @WhittyPics
    @WhittyPics Рік тому

    I had an 81 Accord that was hard to start when it was hot and sat for a while. I think it was the ethanol in the gas that was causing it to vapor lock. I spent a lot of money getting that car worked in and nothing worked until I changed the gas.

  • @concernedpatriot9314
    @concernedpatriot9314 Рік тому +3

    Scotty likes it ! and I liked mine a xd 08 with 180k still runs good !

  • @detritus10001
    @detritus10001 Рік тому +2

    The XA and XB was actually to hook the club kids! Look at the cup holder and dash lights they offered on them, and then look at the 3rd one they offered... called the TC! They dropped the X on that one, but that's exactly who these cars were marketed to... kids that were into the club scene. The third car should have been the XTC! LOL! It was absolutely marketed towards DJs and club kids.

  • @aldodelatorre1696
    @aldodelatorre1696 Рік тому

    I just got an used 2011 Corolla, it has the 1.8 engine, amazingly it only has 28000 Miles! Like Scotty says drives like a dream.

  • @rcjr0620
    @rcjr0620 Рік тому +1

    My 94 Celica has a 1.8 too!

  • @lomoop791
    @lomoop791 Рік тому +1

    I've got a Scion TC with the 2.5l no issues at all at 85k miles

  • @mr.george7687
    @mr.george7687 Рік тому +2

    I bust out laughing every time Scotty throws the beauty covers away!

  • @bikerbud3903
    @bikerbud3903 Рік тому +1

    Bought a 1 owner 09 XD several months ago with only 20,022 miles on it for my daughter to use in college. Great car.
    Update...Car now has 32k miles after owning it for 3 years. Running great.

  • @davidalexoff1658
    @davidalexoff1658 Рік тому

    I own a 2013 xd, love it, 96k, minimum maintenance, 5 spd., fast enough.

  • @jorgejacobgomez
    @jorgejacobgomez Рік тому +1

    Best scion is the iM 2016 beautiful European style Corolla hatchback that looks and drives sporty and is Gad efficient and reliable. Super nice speakers too.

  • @cootason
    @cootason Рік тому +1

    2600 RPM not bad at all my 02 CRV uses about 3000 on the 2.4l my dads Getz has to do around 3000 as well and its a 1.6

  • @ivanarau2073
    @ivanarau2073 Рік тому +1

    Scon xds are amazing ! Reliable gas saver and there are actually pretty roomy !

  • @yunus_aros
    @yunus_aros Рік тому

    The Scion brand was just in NAFTA. The same car model is called Toyota Ist (second generation) Toyota Urban Cruiser. You could also get it with 4WD (only fitted with the turbocharged diesel engine (1.4 liters) on the EUDM.
    I’ve had a 2009 Toyota Urban Cruiser. The same car model - only fitted with a smaller engine and a 6-speed manual transmission instead of the 1.8 liter with a 5-speed manual transmission (when not fitted with an automatic transmission).

  • @glennoropeza3545
    @glennoropeza3545 Рік тому

    Those early 80's Toyota had a 4cyl.hemispherical pushrods engine! Very good engine‼️

  • @kaydenteel8868
    @kaydenteel8868 Рік тому +34

    Very difficult to not buy a used car if you also say don’t buy a new car😂 it’s one or the other Scotty

    • @kurstone8511
      @kurstone8511 Рік тому +3

      🤣

    • @ajdaloc
      @ajdaloc Рік тому +7

      The main point is to not buy a car at all. Good point scotty

    • @hewasadragonman8382
      @hewasadragonman8382 Рік тому +4

      It's a bad time to buy a car, period, but prices are beginning to drop.

    • @kevinhaley6776
      @kevinhaley6776 Рік тому +3

      depends on his mood. Buy what makes you happy

    • @r90fan1
      @r90fan1 Рік тому +3

      He always says it's foolish to buy new. He recommends used, because someone else has paid for the depreciation. Have you ever watched one of his videos before, it doesn't seem like it!!!

  • @TheMsdos25
    @TheMsdos25 6 місяців тому

    The 1.5L 1NZ-FE motors found on the Scion XA and Yaris were also prone to oil consumption.

  • @jeremycooper8150
    @jeremycooper8150 11 місяців тому

    I've owned a 2011 for 10 years with 1.8L engine.
    In that time had water leaking from the tailgate, wheel speed sensor fail and the evap cannister needing to be replaced 3 times (each time id take one off of a junked yaris, great for parts for thr xD), clogging AC drain lines. Never needed to change the sparkplugs, had 197km on it. Despite that I'll miss the car. The electric power steering was nice in it too.

  • @RemyRAD
    @RemyRAD Рік тому +2

    THAT WAS EXCEEDINGLY INFORMATIVE TO ME. THANK YOU!
    I was thinking about getting myself an older used, kiick around, Toyota. Now I'm thinking. A SION, with the,, 1.8 L and, manual stick. (If I can ffind it?) A logical choice! It's a Toyota! And yeah. Parts for years to come. Parts, forever.
    So,, whaat else of Toyota's might bolt on? How about a Supra,, grill? Avalon, taillights? What about a GR-8 front end grill? Could that bolt on?
    I've often thought about getting myself a used, 1970s-90s,Sting Ray. With a blown engine. And swap that V-8 out for a, 4 cylinder in-line engine. I won't when any races. Coming off a red light. But will have a greater chance of getting laid,, instead. As I'll take a fast partner and a slow car.
    I'm full of great automotive concepts. I'm from Detroit, from the 50s-60s.
    RemyRAD

  • @LuisMartinez-bk4zt
    @LuisMartinez-bk4zt 8 місяців тому

    I bought my daughter a 2008 XD with 43,000 this past summer from a retired school teacher. Barcelona Red auto, and she loves it. Great little car. Her previous car was a 2009 Corolla LE with 263k on the odometer, but it was starting to nickel and dime us. Still got $3300 for it. We love our Toyota's. Or Scion.

  • @Unsalted375
    @Unsalted375 Рік тому

    I can't not think of the emote XD whenever I hear those two letters out together

  • @lesklower7281
    @lesklower7281 Рік тому

    We never got the Sion in Australia and a replacing the spark plugs fixed the starting issue

  • @michaeljackson5914
    @michaeljackson5914 Рік тому

    Keep beaming us up Scotty

  • @menomisespeanut
    @menomisespeanut Рік тому

    I got a 2013 Scion xD in 2021 with only 90k mi on it. That thing is a tank. Drove it from CA to NC. I’ve driven that thing to TX and VA. I take good care of it and it takes care of me!
    That and I have a 1989 Toyota Corolla LE sedan. Drives like new. These cars are built tough.

  • @MC-hl2yx
    @MC-hl2yx Рік тому +2

    Toyota was afraid that they would lose market share because young people were looking at other brands instead. Toyota was the boring brand. That's why they started Scion.

  • @Dot0011
    @Dot0011 Рік тому

    I'm still rocking my orig echo plugs. 22 yrs

  • @ZZstaff
    @ZZstaff Рік тому

    Thank you

  • @jeffreysantos9070
    @jeffreysantos9070 Рік тому +1

    Yes Scotty! I love my Toyota Tundra crewmax limited with an V8 engine 💪 on my way to the million miles Tundra club 👍

  • @MrExicutioner
    @MrExicutioner Рік тому +2

    I think Toyota created the Scion brand back in the early 2000s to cater more to the tuner kids. They were actually kinda popular back then. Those kids grew up got old and started families so they stopped buying these types of cars. The sales just weren't there anymore so Toyota discontinued them

  • @scorpiodude18
    @scorpiodude18 Рік тому

    I miss my 2012 Scion XD. Great little car!

  • @duendetinz
    @duendetinz Рік тому +1

    That model is a Urban Cruiser in Chile

  • @Dill_Pickle5760
    @Dill_Pickle5760 Рік тому +2

    My first car was a 2006 scion xa, I bought it in 2017 and it just now decided to die, so I’m getting a scion xd as a replacement 😂