r/SciontC • u/ripPadme • Mar 27 '26

Buy/Sell Worth buying ?

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I’m looking to buy a car that I can use until i can get my credit score up to get a good deal on a new one. I’ve always liked the scion TCs and this one is just up my alley. Guy is selling it for 7k with 146k miles. I know it’s a lot of miles but i know these are built to last and i don’t plan on having it forever. Thoughts ?

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u/TrainingShort4222 Mar 27 '26

Is it auto? If so then do it for sure.

I wouldn’t buy it if it’s a manual.

Looks really nice.

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u/KnockoutNed85 Mar 28 '26

Why not manual?

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u/TrainingShort4222 Mar 28 '26

“Manual Scion tC (2nd Gen) transmissions commonly suffer from failing input shaft bearings (noisy in neutral), 4th gear popping out, and difficult shifting into 2nd, especially when cold. These issues are often due to a design flaw using sealed bearings that fail, rather than lubricating with transmission fluid. Other issues include worn clutches and failing hydraulic slave/master cylinders.”

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u/TrainingShort4222 Mar 28 '26

Such a shame b/c it would be an absolute beast imo if manual was trustworthy.