I got an e-mail back from Toyota Canada

**Moondoggz** · 01-26-2005, 11:56 PM

Well, i wrote toyota canada to try and find out what their plans would be for releasing the Scion (Specifically TC model) in Canada. Especially since the MR2 and Celica are going to be discontinued, I think that Toyota will loose a fair amount of market share.

I know the new Corolla has 170HP, etc... but i still dont like the looks compared to a civic, etc....

What do you guys/gals think? Is there anyone out there that has anything to say about scion in Canada? its an awesome car... i've seen a bunch up close in the states, and they are wicked for the $$$ you pay.

************************************************** *******
-----Original Message-----
From: Diane Lafreniere
Sent: Wednesday, January 26, 2005 1:34 PM
To: moondoggz at cogeco.ca
Subject: Re: Scion

Dear Tim,

Thank you for your recent correspondence.

Currently, there are no plans to add the Scion marque to the Toyota
Canada line-up.

We would like to explain that market trends are closely studied to
give us a better idea of what vehicles are in demand. Then based on
our findings, our Product Planning department is able to choose those
vehicles that best suit the needs of the buying public. We
recognize, of course, that these choices may not meet the needs and
fulfill the desires of all potential customers.

However, your interest in the Scion marque has been noted and
forwarded to our Product Planning department for their information
and future consideration.

Thank you again for taking the time to write.

Sincerely,

Diane Lafreniere
Toyota Canada Inc.

**Moondoggz** · 01-26-2005, 11:57 PM

If I see responses that have positive feedback, i will forward them onto Toyota Canada.

**Burrcold** · 01-27-2005, 12:27 AM

Wow I'm suprised you got such a friendly response! I think the TC is pretty nice car and perfectly priced. If they brought it here under the Toyota brand I think it would sell very well.

**RN2NVS** · 01-27-2005, 12:32 AM

is toyota aware of sites like toyotanation and even celispeed
shouldnt that demonstrate the market

**Ratko** · 01-27-2005, 02:05 AM

At the moment the tC can not be legally sold or driven in Canada because it doesn't pass 5 kph collision standards. You never know though, they might be able to modify the design slightly for the Canadian models so that it can be sold here. You can, however, import an xA or xB. There is a ToyotaNation member from Ontario that imported an xB no problem, just had to pay for all the importing fees. He will be representing with us at Darknights this year.

I personally believe Scion will be coming to Canada within the next couple of years, regardless of what that lady said in her email.

I wouldn't doubt Toyota, they are led by the smartest and most strategical management of any car company in the world. They may seem like they are behind other manufacturers in certain areas of the market, but every move they make is extremely calculated.

CONTROL ONE · 01-27-2005, 02:48 AM

meh, i think they look like ass anyways

**Burrcold** · 01-27-2005, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ratko

At the moment the tC can not be legally sold or driven in Canada because it doesn't pass 5 kph collision standards. You never know though, they might be able to modify the design slightly for the Canadian models so that it can be sold here. You can, however, import an xA or xB. There is a ToyotaNation member from Ontario that imported an xB no problem, just had to pay for all the importing fees. He will be representing with us at Darknights this year.

I personally believe Scion will be coming to Canada within the next couple of years, regardless of what that lady said in her email.

I wouldn't doubt Toyota, they are led by the smartest and most strategical management of any car company in the world. They may seem like they are behind other manufacturers in certain areas of the market, but every move they make is extremely calculated.

they can be driven here...we have one in our warehouse as a trial/company car.

**RN2NVS** · 01-27-2005, 10:32 AM

like the company TRIAL
or on a trial basis

**Burrcold** · 01-27-2005, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RN2NVS

like the company TRIAL
or on a trial basis

trial basis...we traded our Detroit office one of the hybrid RX330's for a TC. Just for our engineers to pull it apart and see what's going on with our parts inside.

**Ratko** · 01-27-2005, 10:46 AM

I'm sure there are exceptions. You do work for Denso after all.

**Burrcold** · 01-27-2005, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ratko

I'm sure there are exceptions. You do work for Denso after all.

absolutely I didnt mean to make it sound like I was disagreeing with you.

01-26-2005, 11:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
Moondoggz Location: Toronto Posts: 699 Join Date: Aug 2003 Last On: 02-07-2007 10:43 PM	I got an e-mail back from Toyota Canada Well, i wrote toyota canada to try and find out what their plans would be for releasing the Scion (Specifically TC model) in Canada. Especially since the MR2 and Celica are going to be discontinued, I think that Toyota will loose a fair amount of market share. I know the new Corolla has 170HP, etc... but i still dont like the looks compared to a civic, etc.... What do you guys/gals think? Is there anyone out there that has anything to say about scion in Canada? its an awesome car... i've seen a bunch up close in the states, and they are wicked for the $$$ you pay. ************************************************ ***** -----Original Message----- From: Diane Lafreniere Sent: Wednesday, January 26, 2005 1:34 PM To: moondoggz at cogeco.ca Subject: Re: Scion Dear Tim, Thank you for your recent correspondence. Currently, there are no plans to add the Scion marque to the Toyota Canada line-up. We would like to explain that market trends are closely studied to give us a better idea of what vehicles are in demand. Then based on our findings, our Product Planning department is able to choose those vehicles that best suit the needs of the buying public. We recognize, of course, that these choices may not meet the needs and fulfill the desires of all potential customers. However, your interest in the Scion marque has been noted and forwarded to our Product Planning department for their information and future consideration. Thank you again for taking the time to write. Sincerely, Diane Lafreniere Toyota Canada Inc. __________________

01-26-2005, 11:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
Moondoggz Location: Toronto Posts: 699 Join Date: Aug 2003 Last On: 02-07-2007 10:43 PM	If I see responses that have positive feedback, i will forward them onto Toyota Canada. __________________

01-27-2005, 12:27 AM	#3 (permalink)
Burrcold Location: Toronto Posts: 6,422 Join Date: Oct 2003 Last On: Today 09:10 PM Vehicle: 08 Lexus IS250 2nd Vehicle: 08 Acura CSX	Wow I'm suprised you got such a friendly response! I think the TC is pretty nice car and perfectly priced. If they brought it here under the Toyota brand I think it would sell very well. __________________ Sold: 2004 Infiniti G35C

01-27-2005, 12:32 AM	#4 (permalink)
RN2NVS Moderator Location: Toronto Posts: 10,244 Join Date: Aug 2003 Last On: 06-30-2008 09:41 PM	is toyota aware of sites like toyotanation and even celispeed shouldnt that demonstrate the market __________________

01-27-2005, 10:32 AM	#8 (permalink)
RN2NVS Moderator Location: Toronto Posts: 10,244 Join Date: Aug 2003 Last On: 06-30-2008 09:41 PM	like the company TRIAL or on a trial basis __________________

01-27-2005, 02:05 AM	#5 (permalink)
Ratko it was all a dream Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 9,863,211 Join Date: Oct 2003 Last On: 11-15-2008 01:57 PM Vehicle: 91 MR2 Turbo 2nd Vehicle: 96 Civic Hatch	At the moment the tC can not be legally sold or driven in Canada because it doesn't pass 5 kph collision standards. You never know though, they might be able to modify the design slightly for the Canadian models so that it can be sold here. You can, however, import an xA or xB. There is a ToyotaNation member from Ontario that imported an xB no problem, just had to pay for all the importing fees. He will be representing with us at Darknights this year. I personally believe Scion will be coming to Canada within the next couple of years, regardless of what that lady said in her email. I wouldn't doubt Toyota, they are led by the smartest and most strategical management of any car company in the world. They may seem like they are behind other manufacturers in certain areas of the market, but every move they make is extremely calculated.

01-27-2005, 02:48 AM	#6 (permalink)
CONTROL ONE Banned Location: Toronto Posts: 3,113 Join Date: Sep 2003 Last On: 05-31-2006 11:05 AM	meh, i think they look like ass anyways

01-27-2005, 10:46 AM	#10 (permalink)
Ratko it was all a dream Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 9,863,211 Join Date: Oct 2003 Last On: 11-15-2008 01:57 PM Vehicle: 91 MR2 Turbo 2nd Vehicle: 96 Civic Hatch	I'm sure there are exceptions. You do work for Denso after all.

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