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2005 Scion tC

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2005 Scion tC - photo 1
$1,000
225,000 mi

AI Value Analysis

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Asking
$1,000
Est. market
$1,821
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$821(45.1%)
$1,000
$1.1k$1.8k$2.1k

“Good · 225K mi”

Above-average milesSingle-owner history

Asking $1,000 vs estimated $1,821 for 2005 Scion tC at 225K mi (Good).

Seller's description

This car has new tires $350, but it just stopped running on my way home tonight.<br> <br> I've been told it needs an alternator because I put a new Walmart battery ($140) two weeks ago and it ran good. <br> <br> I've been driving it with no problems for a while.<br> <br> I just don't want to mess with it.<br> <br> Just passed inspection - good through August 2027.<br> <br> Automatic, cool wheels, lots of cargo space.<br> <br> Had new brake pads put on it couple weeks ago, brakes great!<br> <br> Made in Japan <br> <br> It runs good, has cruise control, great stereo, runs straight and strong, maybe 25-30 mpg.<br> <br> 225,000 miles<br> <br> It will probably need a jump start but it runs good.<br> <br> First person with $1000 cash takes it.<br> <br> I have a clean blue Texas rebuilt title in hand.<br> <br> Please text for quickest response, I'm in Pflugerville.<br>

Before You Buy

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Mileage is well above average for the age.
Request the full service history. Timing belt, transmission, and suspension service should be documented.
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One previous owner.
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Car is 10+ years old — budget for age-related maintenance.
Expect to replace within 2 years: tires, battery, hoses, possibly timing belt, water pump, suspension bushings.

Cost to own

5-yr estimate · 2005 Scion tC
Monthly cash out
$602
5-yr running
$35,015
Per mile
$0.47

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Summary: One owner, no reported accidents, rebuilt title — verify carefully.
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  • via Craigslist (private seller)Private seller22h ago
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    $1,000
    225,000 mi
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