Scion tC and FR-S 2014 Monogram Series to be available in early 2014.

[djmm]

Correct me if I'm wrong but the specs are awfully similar to what we have here in Australia - the 86 GTS?

[Anaxilus]

I love Toyota and Subaru but I'm frankly puzzled at all the Scion hate. I find it hard to fathom tbh. Personally I think the lightning bolt 'S' looks better than the Cowboy hat logo Toyota went to in the 90's. Never liked that decision. It's also a brand only in N. America nobody gets and could soon disappear making it even more special.

I don't know what personal trauma people have experienced to become so allergic to a 'brand' or logo. I remember the stupid 10 Series commercials Scion made and honestly they're actually funny as hell once you 'get it'.

This is actually how the Japanese would perceive us Americans in their cute/quirky fashion. I think it's fucking hilarious. I also think Scion is the most Japanese of ways that they would perceive a specific American market niche. It's awesome.

Watch this video and you'll get what Scion is really about! It's very Japanese. After watching this, the Scion 10 series commercial makes perfect sense!!

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fV-eZCEMe7Q"]Super Mecha Kucha Happy Fun Monkey Bash Dx - YouTube[/ame]

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFZijfqlhJQ"]Scion 10 Series - Celebration Anthem with Jeesh (Extended) - YouTube[/ame]

[Dadhawk]

Only thing on this entire list I would have paid for was the armrest. Seems a fair trade for having 17 months and 28,000 miles of fun while not waiting for the perfect car.

[skim152]

Originally Posted by Moto-P

Here's something new for those who wish the list of equipment for the 10th Anniversary Scion10 models came in a different exterior colors~ Or wished the Limited model was available as offered in Toyota 86 elsewhere or Subaru BRZ.

Scion’s exclusive tC and FR-S Monogram Series™ will be available in early 2014.
Scion’s exclusive Monogram Series™ targets the smart buyer seeking premium features. Prices to be released January 2014, with availability soon following.

The Scion FR-S Monogram Series™ offers the following premium features:
• BeSpoke Premium Audio featuring aha (includes navigation)
• Heated Leather Seats
• Dual Zone Auto Climate Control
• Smart Key Push Button Start
• Anti-Theft Security System
• Frameless Rear-View Mirror
• Center Armrest
• Carpeted Cargo Mat
• HID Auto Headlamps with LED Daytime Running Lights
• Heated Color-Keyed Power Exterior Mirrors
• Color-Keyed Rear Spoiler
The standard FR-S exterior color palette applies.

The Scion tC Monogram Series™ offers the following premium features:
• BeSpoke Premium Audio featuring aha (includes navigation)
• Heated Leather Seats
• Smart Key Push Button Start
• Leather Shift Knob
• Carpeted Floor Mats & Trunk Mat
• Rear Window Wiper
• Color-Keyed Low Profile Rear Spoiler
The standard tC exterior color palette applies

There you have it!

Can't make a choice to wait?

For those who want the agility of the FR-S to not be spoiled with extra weight and equipment, or like to modify it for whatever reason in spirit of having a customized car that you call your own...
Don't wait for it and just buy a standard one, since none of the hard mechanicals will change, and you probably want the less complicated interior and controls electronics to make mods easier. The current Scion FR-S are already equipped as a 2014 with the new radio and available Navigation, Aha radio module.

Ahem...so back to the topic...Do you know how much weight will this add over the base model? I really want HIDs (was gonna go with retrofit source if I get 2014 base) and the interior of 10 model looked much better. (I hated how AC knobs feels so cheap on the base model.) I don't really care about navi or climate control and other features.

[FRSHunter]

Originally Posted by skim152

Ahem...so back to the topic...Do you know how much weight will this add over the base model? I really want HIDs (was gonna go with retrofit source if I get 2014 base) and the interior of 10 model looked much better. (I hated how AC knobs feels so cheap on the base model.) I don't really care about navi or climate control and other features.

The climate control is the 10 series interior for the ac knobs. Where is the facepalm smilies.

[Anaxilus]

You can look at the weight of the BRZ limited for an idea. Though that will have a spoiler and possibly more sound deadening.

To guesstimate the weight of the armrest, I'd say not more than 550lbs.

[AVodka14]

Originally Posted by husker741

Pricing?

Read what he wrote in the beginning. "Pricing will be released in January 2014."

[husker741]

Originally Posted by AVodka14

Read what he wrote in the beginning. "Pricing will be released in January 2014."

Someone beat you 9 pages ago. Thanks though.

[Code:Red]

Another happy FR-S owner here. I agree with "less is more" thing....buying the car with very little to no options to keep the car's price down out of the door. I knew Scion was all about making your car...YOURS. Took delivery of my car April '13 with 96mi and here I am almost 7 months later with 6,100ish mi. This is my DD and every second, every minute, every hour since driving it off the lot has been a thrill.

Sure, if someone were to pull up with a monogram specced Firestorm (if that color is available), that driver may think and feel like he's/she's the new hype, but I feel I still have the "upper hand". Who knows, by that time I might have mine looking like a monogram spec. Actually, I just want the elusive headlights. Everything else, I can deal without. And, probably by that time, mine might be how I want it...looks and performance wise. Again, going back to making it YOUR car.

Personally, I've got love for FR-S/BRZ owners alike. Whichever one I see, I simply acknowledge that driver and respect that we have some unique cars regardless of features or other criteria. Now, if I could ever find the dude in my neighborhood that owns a WRB BRZ. Hahaha

I LOVE MY CAR!

[forzajuve]

Uh oh, Scion is beating Subaru at the how many series of the same car can I sell game.


Scion FRS 10 Series
Scion FRS Monogram Series
Scion FRS Standard Series

vs.

Subaru BRZ Premium Series
Subaru BRZ Limited Series
whats next....
[Subaru BRZ STi Series] ???????????

[thill]

Originally Posted by Anaxilus

You can look at the weight of the BRZ limited for an idea. Though that will have a spoiler and possibly more sound deadening.

To guesstimate the weight of the armrest, I'd say not more than 550lbs.

Base curb weight
(manual/automatic)

BRZ Premium: 2,762 lbs/2,809 lbs
BRZ Limited: 2,776 lbs/2,822 lbs

Gives you an idea of the weight difference. 14lbs for the Limited with all the goodies.

[eddieEndo]

I wonder how upside down I would be if i traded in my 2013 frs with 7k miles for this....

[Pete156]

My guess is car will cost 30K, since it's a BRZ Limited with an arm rest and Scion badges.

[ericmpena]

Just buy a 2013 BRZ limited. You get everything this car has to offer without paying for the "special edition" price that they're going to try to sell you.

People who complain about a BRZ bumper I think just want to jump on the FR-S bumper bandwagon. I have my BRZ parked next to an FR-S right outside and seeing both side by side, in person, I can honestly say that both front ends look very nice. I used to be on the bandwagon of FR-S bumpers and would waste my time googling "Swap BRZ bumper with FR-S". It's the stupidest thing ever. Now that I have an FR-S parked next to me daily I always look at both front ends and realize, "Hmm...the FR-S bumper doesn't look as incredibly flawless as everyone makes it out to be."

BRZ has a nice looking front end + a ton of features. It's basically side by side with Scion's Monogram FR-S, except by the time the Monogram comes out you're going to be better off getting a BRZ Limited for thousands of dollars less. With all that money you save you can go ahead and get your reverse camera, exhaust, wheels, suspension, tint, stereo system, and whatever else you feel like spending the money that you saved on.

And for those people talking about trading in your FR-S already to get this new Monogram, think about how much money you're upside-down, then add that onto the new loan that you need for the Monogram, and then add interest. No one should be putting themselves in a financial hole. You're gonna end up paying 35k+ for a Monogram bone stock. Just wait until you start wanting suspension, wheels, etc. You'll be in a financial sink hole when you could've just kept your current FR-S and invested money into what you have instead of taking 10 Series of steps backwards.