Could The Limited Scion Monogram Series Be A Collectible One Day?

The Scion brand has been defunct for 5 years now. Some people wonder if Scion vehicles will end up as collectible cars. If you ask us, not all Scion vehicles will turn into collectibles. Yet, there’s a type of Scion vehicle we’re pretty sure will become a collectible one day. It's the limited edition Monogram Series models.

In 2014, Scion rolled out this exclusive trim level for two of its models: FR-S and tC. Scion only produced 2,000 units of the FR-S Monogram Series and 2,500 units of the tC Monogram Series. That’s why we’re confident that these vehicles will become collectibles in the future.

What Is The Monogram Series?

The Monogram Series is a high-end trim level with more luxurious features for the FR-S and tC models.

While developing this limited series, Scion went over both the FR-S and tC to improve the look and features of both models. They put in some high-end features. For example, they put Alcantara inserts in the FR-S and navigation technology into both.

“Through this limited edition Monogram Series, Scion brought together extra comforts and conveniences in the FR-S and tC without sacrificing value,” said Scion Vice President Doug Murtha. “By incorporating these features as standard for a limited time, we provide a great price to go head-to-head with the competition and encourage more drivers to get excited about experiencing a Scion.”

Here are the exact details for both:

2014 Scion FR-S Monogram Series

With Alcantra interior inserts, the FR-S showcased an improved interior.

Scion gave the monogram series FR-S several discreet exterior upgrades, including a spoiler. With Alcantra interior inserts, the FR-S Monogram Series has an improved interior. Here’s a list of all the interior and exterior upgrades that came with the Monogram Series:

• Leather seats with Alcantara® inserts
• BeSpoke® Premium Audio with navigation and connected services
• Smart Key with push-button start
• HID headlamps with LED daytime running lights
• Dual-zone automatic climate control system
• Heated front seats
• Heated outside mirrors
• Frameless rearview mirror
• Color-keyed rear spoiler
• Rear-seat center armrest
• Carpet cargo mat

In 2014, the MSRP for the six-speed manual and six-speed sequential automatic transmissions were $27,400 and $28,500 respectively. These prices represented a value package of over $1,900. There was an additional $395 fee for the premium exterior color Whiteout.

2014 Scion tC Monogram Series

Heated seats were one of many upgrades offered in the Monogram tC.

Like the FR-S Monogram Series, the tC Monogram Series had subtle exterior upgrades. Heated seats were just one of many upgrades in the monogram tC. Here’s a list of all the upgrades Scion gave this model:

• Leather-trimmed seats with perforated inserts
• BeSpoke® Premium Audio with navigation and connected services
• Smart Key with push-button start
• Heated front seats
• Leather shift knob
• Rear window wiper
• Color-keyed low-profile rear spoiler
• Carpet floor and cargo mat
• Upgraded center console lid with accent stitching
• Upgraded interior door trim

In 2014, the MSRP for the six-speed manual and six-speed sequential automatic transmissions were $21,400 and $22,400 respectively. These prices represented a value package of over $1,500.

These Monogram series models are quite a rare find these days. If you come across one for sale, you should seriously consider buying it and then holding onto it.