Scion xB Sport - 2006 Review

I wasn't looking for a car when I stumbled onto this one.  As a matter of fact, I'd thought the Scions were rather funny looking, and I couldn't imagine EVER wanting to drive one.  But, I went with a friend to look at cars one day (for her) and she asked me if I'd seen how roomy those 'ice cream truck' cars were.  I was less than interested until she told me that the base price of the vehicle was less than $13,500.  "Okay, I'll look" I said, rather excitedly.  I took it for a ride and was amazed!  It handled very smoothly, turned on a dime, took off with little coaxing and above all else, was extremely comfortable and roomy.  I fell in love with it....and traded in my Nissan the next day!  It's been over a year and I am still excited to jump in and take it for a ride.  As a matter of fact, I actually look forward to my work commute these days.  This is a fun ride, AND economical!  I get about 32 miles a gallon city and highway.  WOW!  It sure is funky looking even for an older gal like me, but I get tons of positive remarks and a lot of requests to give it a spin!  I'm always happy to oblige.  The down side?  Well, there have been a slight few.  I had a flat tire and had to pay $130.00 for ONE replacement.  These aren't heavy duty wheels,folks.  The body could be made a little more sturdy to the feel, in my opinion, but I'm seeing some pretty cheap craftsmanship on a lot of the newer models...still, I'd have opted for a little less plastic and a little more fiberglass.