[Sky_High]

^ Wow, Only $730 difference from USA's base price? That's incredible :toot:

I was expecting them to jack it up to at least $27k for the cheapest model in Canada....

:awwyeah:

[BaoTurbo]

Oh wait BRZ is running boxer. I fail :(

Too busy thinking I always wanted stock turbo+supercharge, RWD, modern interior.

I mean yea, get a Skyline GTR, probably make even more HP and fun than BRZ but considering interior and lack of really taking it to the track numerous times, I think BRZ isn't bad for some city fun.

edited :) thanks. It was late -.-

[Sky_High]

CAD pricing announced today, starting at $24,930 MSRP......... and that price *includes* delivery!

That's not too bad I think... not sure what you get, just says it on the annoucement email I received... I remember in 2000 when the Celica came out, I bought a GT for $23,850 incuding the $500 option for the spoiler... and that was only 140hp... and the GT-S with 180hp was like $29,000 so $24,930 in today's money for a rear drive coupe with 200hp seems pretty reasonable by comparison.

Nevermind.... :failed:

That's still USA pricing.

2013 Scion FR-S Priced at $24,200 (http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4328)
Base: $24,200 + Destination $730 = where you thought it's $24,930

If only that's Canadian pricing :okay:

[EvoFire]

CAD pricing announced today, starting at $24,930 MSRP......... and that price *includes* delivery!

That's not too bad I think... not sure what you get, just says it on the annoucement email I received... I remember in 2000 when the Celica came out, I bought a GT for $23,850 incuding the $500 option for the spoiler... and that was only 140hp... and the GT-S with 180hp was like $29,000 so $24,930 in today's money for a rear drive coupe with 200hp seems pretty reasonable by comparison.

Wow here I was expecting 27,500 as rumored because we always get shafted, but 24,850 WITH delivery is hella good.

Here's hoping the BRZ will be reasonable.

[RabidRat]

Oh wait BRZ is running boxer supercharged. I fail :(

Too busy thinking I always wanted stock turbo+supercharge, RWD, modern interior.

I mean yea, get a Skyline GTR, probably make even more HP and fun than BRZ but considering interior and lack of really taking it to the track numerous times, I think BRZ isn't bad for some city fun.

??? What are you smoking, the BRZ's not supercharged either!

[68style]

Oooooops you're right I thought I had signed up for the Canadian newsletter but this one came from the Torrance, CA office ;( My bad.....

We probably will get jacked .......... And or delivery fee will be like $1500 for some inexplicable reason. :okay:


Nevermind.... :failed:

That's still USA pricing.

2013 Scion FR-S Priced at $24,200 (http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4328)
Base: $24,200 + Destination $730 = where you thought it's $24,930

If only that's Canadian pricing :okay:

[Datsun]

http://i.imgur.com/gbvMM.jpg
: D

http://i.imgur.com/odzmT.jpg

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?p=168244

[Ikkaku]

http://i.imgur.com/gbvMM.jpg

http://guidesmedia.ign.com/guides/9846/images/gloom.gif http://images4.fanpop.com/image/photos/18200000/Brock-pokemon-18232520-320-240.jpg

[EvoFire]

http://i.imgur.com/gbvMM.jpg

http://guidesmedia.ign.com/guides/9846/images/gloom.gif http://images4.fanpop.com/image/photos/18200000/Brock-pokemon-18232520-320-240.jpg

Logged in just to thank you.

[Over9K]

Those tail lights have to go.....

Edit: Looks quite bigger then the last pictures....perfect for the LS1 swap.

Anyone know what kind of rear end they're using?

[EvoFire]

Those tail lights have to go.....

Edit: Looks quite bigger then the last pictures....perfect for the LS1 swap.

Anyone know what kind of rear end they're using?

From what I've read, it seems like they are using the rear end from the IS300/Altezza.

[toyota86]

^ from what i've read, i think the rear end will be from the last gen legacy

[StylinRed]

Boourns on me.....

That's not too bad I think... not sure what you get, just says it on the annoucement email I received... I remember in 2000 when the Celica came out, I bought a GT for $23,850 incuding the $500 option for the spoiler... and that was only 140hp... and the GT-S with 180hp was like $29,000+ fees

wut.... i bought an '02 GT for $32k after taxes etc and it was the cheapest place i could find/haggle with fml (from geoffs place)

[cressydrift]

MAX

Build log below.


Orido Manabu D1 Toyota 86 | Tune86 - Toyota 86 news (GT 86, Subaru BRZ, Scion FR-S) (http://www.tune86.com/ft-86-forum/17960-orido-manabu-d1-toyota-86)

[monkeywrench]

Dat V86 :sweetjesus:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUPCwolLrsY&feature=share

[Over9K]

That should be a factory option.

[NashMan]

that is proper toyota

[shenmecar]

That should be a factory option.

I second.

[cressydrift]

Just another take on Orido drifting the ft-86 with the IS-F engine.
Max Orido // FT-86 Behind the scenes... on Vimeo

Edit

I dont want to keep whoring this car but I freaking love it.
http://youtu.be/6oQb9Hk7jb4

[The_AK]

I think I like Toyota again

[Timpo]

:fuckyea:

2012 MAX ORIDO D1GP NEW MACHINE TOYOTA V8 86 SHAKEDOWN - YouTube

[smoothie.]

price of 86 + cost of ISF engine.... dayum

[twitchyzero]

pretty crazy considering the car's not even out yet

can't wait until someone tries to fit the LFA V10 engine in this

[Death2Theft]

MPG plz. lolz.

[EvoFire]

Those fenders :sweetjesus:

[falcon]

I love the progression of engine swaps. Forever it was RBs, JZs and SRs... now it's ISF motors, GTR motors, LFA motors etc. Lol...

[teh_poopsicle]

I love the progression of engine swaps. Forever it was RBs, JZs and SRs... now it's ISF motors, GTR motors, LFA motors etc. Lol...

2UR-GSE, VR38DETT, 1LR-GUE

[EvoFire]

Take this with a grain of salt, as its April Fools day, but it seems like CA pricing for FR-S was leaked earlier.

Scion accidentally lists FR-S Canadian MSRP pricing from $25,990*?! (http://ca.autoblog.com/2012/04/01/scion-fr-s-priced-from-25-990-in-canada/)

[monkeywrench]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWcHJ_nr2Zs&feature=player_embedded

[The_AK]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWcHJ_nr2Zs&feature=player_embedded

86 TRD performance line | TRD (http://www.trdparts.jp/86_performanceline/index.html)

[Over9K]

pretty crazy considering the car's not even out yet

can't wait until someone tries to fit the LFA V10 engine in this

Ew.

[RabidRat]

Ew.

What?! How is this ew?!

[gilly]

Canadian pricing released on scion.ca!!!!!

From $25,990

[Sky_High]

Canadian pricing released on scion.ca!!!!!

From $25,990


Edit:

Got trolled by their http://www.scionfrs.ca/ website. I see it on www.scion.ca now

:okay:

[gilly]

^ what? Just go to scion.ca. Its right there in big text on the homepage

[JHatta]

What?! How is this ew?!

Ignore the troll.

[Over9K]

Pushrods brah.

Imagine all the wiring you'd have to do with the LFA.

[cressydrift]

Does anyone know if the scion or subaru will be at this years auto show?

[rJZx]

^im gonna say its gonna be a safe bet to see it there

[Sky_High]

Does anyone know if the scion or subaru will be at this years auto show?

FR-S will be there for sure. Not sure about the Subaru.

[sonick]

BRZ will be there:

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/558181_10150661732084353_503279352_9154683_4751912 91_n.jpg

[mb_]

sweet! looks like i'll make my way there later this week. just curious, what are you doing there?

[sonick]

Not my pic, got it off a friend of a member on another forum lol.

I wish I worked for Subaru and was a part of it.

[Ronith]

It looks very sharp.

[infin8]

If the production model actually looks like that......... oh lawdddd

[Datsun]

Saw a preview on some fair child program last night. Frs is there too

[SkunkWorks]

Woah, how did my picture turn up here?

Anyway, here's the FR-S.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/549667_10150662317304353_503279352_9156936_5354044 16_n.jpg

[cressydrift]

Is it all locked up or can you sit in it?

[EvoFire]

Is it all locked up or can you sit in it?

^ That!

And I got free tickets, guess.... Chrysler of all places.

[Sky_High]

And I got free tickets, guess.... Chrysler of all places.

Which Chrysler?

[SkunkWorks]

I sat in it and played around but I'm not sure for the public opening. I would assume it'd be open but it looks like they locked it and the BRZ up for the VIP event tonight.

[EvoFire]

Which Chrysler?

Got an invitation in the mail from them. I just had to register online with a code and I received the tickets this morning via UPS.

I think it was cause we bought a Caravan from them 7 years ago, quite a long time for them to be still sending us promotional stuff. A+ for trying that's for sure.

[BaoTurbo]

The BRZ is so secretive still vs the FRS

[RevYouUp]

http://www.stancenation.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/20120331-204607-640x426.jpg

:megusta:

[MoBettah]

Just put a deposit in @ open road. Hope these things arrive sooner than later.

[smaggs]

It's locked at the auto show :(
Even buttered up the guy before asking to unlock it but he said they don't even have the keys down there...BS or not, you can't sit in either :(

[smaggs]

NEWS>> EXCLUSIVE TRA KYOTO X GREDDY FR-S RENDERINGS - Speedhunters (http://speedhunters.com/archive/2012/04/06/news-gt-gt-exclusive-tra-kyoto-x-greddy-fr-s-renderings.aspx)

http://ll.speedhunters.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/speedhunters.com/Images/2012%20Rod/news/86/FT86_222.jpg

http://ll.speedhunters.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/speedhunters.com/Images/2012%20Rod/news/86/FT86_333.jpg

http://ll.speedhunters.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/speedhunters.com/Images/2012%20Rod/news/86/FT86_555.jpg

http://ll.speedhunters.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/speedhunters.com/Images/2012%20Rod/news/86/FT86_111.jpg

[rJZx]

the front end :megusta:

[Datsun]

HORY -

http://i.imgur.com/fQYmP.jpg

[Energy]

I like the headlights. They look more aggressive angular rather than circular.

[tofu1413]

looks great in person imo.

nice size for a modern car

[Sky_High]

nice size for a modern car

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=4757&d=1329498001

[supafamous]

Saw it at the autoshow and it badly needs a drop. Can't believe the stock height is so high, I fit five fingers in the wheel gap.

[tofu1413]

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=4757&d=1329498001

wont be as small as a 80's car, but still smaller than the genesis coupe :fuckyea:

[RabidRat]

I was looking at this at this thing at auto show and noticed a couple things:

-bolt pattern is 5x100
-exhaust hangs really really low, and even at the tiny stock diameter, it had a bunch of dents / restrictions in it to clear various things under there
-with the front seats set to a fairly average position, the back seats had zero leg room

Scion rep also said the stock offset was +43. Was kinda hoping for lower than that.

Still, for $26,000.. really tempted.

[smaggs]

^ yeah, definitely not a car to get if one actually plans on using the back seats. Interesting about the exhaust...Hopefully it's just been driven carelessly and it's not gonna scrape every pebble when lowered :heckno:

[68style]

I kinda felt like switching allegiances to the BRZ after seeing both at the AutoShow.......... that front eggcrate grille on the FR-S looked soooooooo cheap in real life :(

[CP.AR]

here are the pictures I took of both cars at the autoshow....

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/s720x720/529412_10150791363236974_501716973_11760796_210472 8697_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/292648_10150791363441974_501716973_11760802_541866 108_n.jpg

[RabidRat]

I kinda felt like switching allegiances to the BRZ after seeing both at the AutoShow.......... that front eggcrate grille on the FR-S looked soooooooo cheap in real life :(

The rear diffuser looks nicer on the BRZ too.

[smaggs]

BRZ pricing here - Scion FR-S Forum | Subaru BRZ Forum | Toyota 86 GT 86 Forum | AS1 Forum - FT86CLUB (http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4753)

US pricing for the BRZ released:


"We now have the US price for the premium MT at $25,495 - $1315 higher than the FR-S. If we assume that gap will grow to say $1700 here (a generous assumption given WRX markups) that will give a CAD price for the Premier MT of $27690. For that extra $1700 you get:

- HIDs
- different dash
- different seat fabric
- LED DRLs
- EDIT: nav now INCLUDED (see press releases from today at Subaru Canada)
- different HU (TBD)
- black tach
- interior trunk lid lining
- auto-on headlights"

[Sky_High]

Tein Street Advance BRZ/GT-86/FR-S Coilovers Released

TOYOTA 86
Spring Rate: Ft 5.0k Rr 5.0k
Ride Height Drop: Ft -20mm Rr -20mm
Ride Height Adjustable Range: Ft -50～-20mm Rr -52～+19mm
MSRP: JPY 103,000

SUBARU BRZ
Spring Rate: Ft 5.0k Rr 5.0k
Ride Height Drop: Ft -25mm Rr -20mm
Ride Height Adjustable Range: Ft -50～-20mm Rr -47～+24mm
MSRP: JPY 103,000

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/543294_329300077133015_139778162751875_937326_2081 151600_n.jpg

:fuckyea:

[twitchyzero]

BRZ pricing here - Scion FR-S Forum | Subaru BRZ Forum | Toyota 86 GT 86 Forum | AS1 Forum - FT86CLUB (http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4753)

US pricing for the BRZ released:


"We now have the US price for the premium MT at $25,495 - $1315 higher than the FR-S. If we assume that gap will grow to say $1700 here (a generous assumption given WRX markups) that will give a CAD price for the Premier MT of $27690. For that extra $1700 you get:

- HIDs
- different dash
- different seat fabric
- LED DRLs
- EDIT: nav now INCLUDED (see press releases from today at Subaru Canada)
- different HU (TBD)
- black tach
- interior trunk lid lining
- auto-on headlights"
hell of a deal for $28k

[Sky_High]

Just thought I would make a summary of the released pricing so far:

USA

2013 Scion FR-S
MT: $24,930 + $750
AT: $26,030 + $750

2013 Subaru BRZ
Premium MT: $25,495 + $750
Premium AT: $26,595 + $750
Limited MT: $27,495 + $750
Limited AT: $28,595 + $750

Canada

2013 Scion FR-S
MT: $25,990 + $1495
AT: $2x,xxx + $1495

2013 Subaru BRZ
Premium MT: $ + $1595
Premium AT: $ + $1595
Limited MT: $ + $1595
Premium AT: $ + $1595

[smaggs]

^ thanks. What are the second charge? and I think you meant Limited AT in US BRZ

[TjAlmeida]

added price is for shipping and other added expenses

[Sky_High]

^ thanks. What are the second charge? and I think you meant Limited AT in US BRZ

^ Thanks. Fixed that mistake. The 2nd number is the destination charge. Plus any other levies and tax of course.

[TRDood]

^ thanks. What are the second charge? and I think you meant Limited AT in US BRZ

Freight+PDI?

[UFO]

^ yeah, definitely not a car to get if one actually plans on using the back seats. Interesting about the exhaust...Hopefully it's just been driven carelessly and it's not gonna scrape every pebble when lowered :heckno:

It's a nice option to have the rear seats available IF you happen to need the extra seats once in a while, whereas 2 seaters like Z's and S2k's don't give that option at all. Not being able to offer rides to moochers because you only have 2 seats is a convenient excuse, but sometimes a bit of practicality is nice.

The exhaust 'dents' are not from driving damage. They are bent into the exhaust piping from the factory to clear underbody components.

[double0seven]

2013 Scion FR-S Dyno Video - Inside Line - YouTube

Here's the dyno results from inside line
173@7000rpm
143 lb-ft@2800rpm

[NashMan]

I think my 22re has more power

[StylinRed]

i wonder if this engine would fit in the celica

but not much point to that i guess prolly be better off throwing a 2jz in one

[Over9K]

I think my 22re has more power

It probably does.

[Teknique]

Talked to the Scion dealer at the autoshow over the weekend.
Expects cars in June. 15 cars already spoken for. No test drives available until June, and you'll need to put down a $500 refundable deposit.

Hunted around the Subaru BRZ for a rep and couldn't find one.

[StylinRed]

$500 deposit just to take a test drive? :lawl:

[sonick]

Given the hype surrounding the car, I don't think having a refundable deposit at launch is a huge deal. Or else there would be a ton of people just wanting a test drive a small handful of available cars without much serious intent to buy. I know I would.

[JSS]

i really wish they had labelled this a toyota to revive their sportier heritage and possibly pave the way for a supra predecessor to go head to head with nissan. disappointing in that sense.

[Datsun]

i really wish they had labelled this a toyota to revive their sportier heritage and possibly pave the way for a supra predecessor to go head to head with nissan. disappointing in that sense.

Just change the badges...

Having it as a Scion is good, we dont have dealer mark ups like Subaru ($5000 extra in US) with pure price.

[RabidRat]

Just change the badges...

Can't. The badge on the steering wheel is part of the airbag, can't really swap that out.

[StylinRed]

^^^^ doesnt the steering wheel say "86" on it? it does in Japan :/

Couldn't you ask a dealership to import a Toyota badged one? shouldn't that be easy to do since they're coming from the same place?




btw you can get a panda version in Japan??? its designated RC

http://toyota.jp/86/001_p_001/grade/image/grade_img_cardetail04.jpg http://toyota.jp/86/001_p_001/interior/interior/image/interior_img_figure01.jpg

[RabidRat]

^^^^ doesnt the steering wheel say "86" on it? it does in Japan :/

Couldn't you ask a dealership to import a Toyota badged one? shouldn't that be easy to do since they're coming from the same place?

Nope, the steering wheel has a Scion badge on it. And yeah you could buy a JDM airbag but I'm going to take a wild guess and say that's probably pretty expensive.

[c3m]

btw you can get a panda version in Japan??? its designated RC



the RC is the stripped down version

It comes with 16" steelie instead of the 17" standard

It has no:
No Foglight
Stereo
Air Conditioning
Trim work around the steering wheel and shifter
Limited-slip rear differential
Intake Cover

[artmotion]

^^^^ doesnt the steering wheel say "86" on it? it does in Japan :/

Couldn't you ask a dealership to import a Toyota badged one? shouldn't that be easy to do since they're coming from the same place?




btw you can get a panda version in Japan??? its designated RC

http://toyota.jp/86/001_p_001/grade/image/grade_img_cardetail04.jpg http://toyota.jp/86/001_p_001/interior/interior/image/interior_img_figure01.jpg

Just looks like it's unfinished to me...

[Neva]

pretty decent for people that don't want to keep it stock unless they go all European and charge people more for giving them less...

[rawr]

Just looks like it's unfinished to me...

I think the RC is a great move by Toyota. A very good sign that they actually care about the aftermarket crowd. People who are planning to mod the car will probably go with a more aggressive rims/lsd and remove A/C anyway.

[dark0821]

pretty decent for people that don't want to keep it stock unless they go all European and charge people more for giving them less...
nope, unlike the europeans, toyota in japan are actually charging peopel less for the strip down version... a great move indeed, now only to bring it here...

[Datsun]

http://media.il.edmunds-media.com/scion/fr-s/2013/fe/2013_scion_fr-s_group_fe_411127_815.jpg
http://media.il.edmunds-media.com/scion/fr-s/2013/fe/2013_scion_fr-s_group_fe_411123_717.jpg

:heartsmile: :heartsmile: :heartsmile: :heartsmile: :heartsmile: :heartsmile: :heartsmile: :heartsmile: :heartsmile: :heartsmile:

The rest of em:

2013 Scion FR-S vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla GT-S (http://www.insideline.com/scion/fr-s/2013/2013-scion-fr-s-vs-1985-toyota-corolla-gt-s.html)

[death_blossom]

^
not quite a fair comparison as that AE86 is pretty heavily modded. should have used a more mildly modified car. but hell, I'll take it, still so anxious to sit in one. want to test drive so badlyyyyy.

[smaggs]

^
not quite a fair comparison as that AE86 is pretty heavily modded. should have used a more mildly modified car. but hell, I'll take it, still so anxious to sit in one. want to test drive so badlyyyyy.

Saw a pic on FT86 forums that they have landed here so maybe they will be available for test driving before they go on sale!

[Over9K]

So are these cars gonna rust the same as 86's?

[1990TSI]

any final numbers on weight?

kinda dissapointed but understand the low low hp and tq numbers.

it better be light or the genesis will destroy this thing

[UFO]

So are these cars gonna rust the same as 86's?

ALL cars in the 80's rusted

any final numbers on weight?

kinda dissapointed but understand the low low hp and tq numbers.

it better be light or the genesis will destroy this thing

The article said 350 lbs more than an AE86, so should be around 2700 lbs. From pure power/weight comparison:
AE86: ~20.5lb/hp
FRS: ~13.5lb/hp
Gen coupe: 12lb/hp

[EvoFire]

The article said 350 lbs more than an AE86, so should be around 2700 lbs. From pure power/weight comparison:
AE86: ~20.5lb/hp
FRS: ~13.5lb/hp
Gen coupe: 12lb/hp

Are we talking about 2012 or 2013 Gen Coupe? And turbo 4 or 3.8 V6?

[UFO]

Based the numbers on the 2013 274hp 2.0T. The V6 isn't in the same league price wise

[StylinRed]

not sure if its been mentioned or if anyones seen it

but the latest top gear magazine has the brz/86 on the cover and an article


they seem to love it but what's interesting is they were talking about how toyota and subaru are both taking credit over features of the car saying it was their idea/tech instead of the other party

;) that's good to hear since they must be very proud of the car

edit: was trying to find the article online but their blog articles are different

[death_blossom]

So are these cars gonna rust the same as 86's?

definitely not. all Toyotas from the 80's and before were not built with good rust proofing.

[BaoTurbo]

Both these cars stock: BRZ/FRS vs. 2013 Genesis

Who will win using assumptions

[Nightwalker]

Both these cars stock: BRZ/FRS vs. 2013 Genesis

Who will win using assumptions

I think the BRZ/FRS will handle better, but the Genesis will have more balls.

I'm looking forward to seeing them compared against each other on the track and strip by mags.

[Nightwalker]

ALL cars in the 80's rusted

http://newspaper.li/static/16d0ff915c5a9ba9d9284da579f3b3b0.jpg

http://www.theroverregistry.com/images/uploads/thumbs/450_0P7DZ2Wc05LHt7W673UAu2D745rrDB5_DSCN0687.jpg

:troll:

[Over9K]

ALL cars in the 80's rusted



The article said 350 lbs more than an AE86, so should be around 2700 lbs. From pure power/weight comparison:
AE86: ~20.5lb/hp
FRS: ~13.5lb/hp
Gen coupe: 12lb/hp

No they didn't, take a look at the Germans and the Swedes, besides VW.

Or, surprisingly, Nissan.

[pinoy.solsi]

No they didn't, take a look at the Germans and the Swedes, besides VW.

Or, surprisingly, Nissan.

nissan 240:lol

[hk20000]

No they didn't, take a look at the Germans and the Swedes, besides VW.

Or, surprisingly, Nissan.

Someone here had a theory: Good condition AE86s wouldn't be worth as much as they do today if they didn't all rust out.

http://weknowmemes.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/true-story-neil-patrick-harris.png

[godwin]

Subaru BRZ Canadian Pricing Announced (http://www.autos.ca/general-news/subaru-brz-canadian-pricing-announced)

Trim
BRZ
MT$27,295
AT$28,495

Sport-tech Package
MT$29,295
AT$30,495

[dovo]

Subaru BRZ Canadian Pricing Announced (http://www.autos.ca/general-news/subaru-brz-canadian-pricing-announced)

Trim
BRZ
MT$27,295
AT$28,495

Sport-tech Package
MT$29,295
AT$30,495

ehhh. i'd get the frs.

[Sky_High]

Think this should be the final pricing of all the trims now:

USA

2013 Scion FR-S
MT: $24,930 + $750
AT: $26,030 + $750

2013 Subaru BRZ
Premium MT: $25,495 + $750
Premium AT: $26,595 + $750
Limited MT: $27,495 + $750
Limited AT: $28,595 + $750

Canada

2013 Scion FR-S
MT: $25,990 + $1495
AT: $27,170 + $1495

2013 Subaru BRZ
Premium MT: $27,295+ $1595
Premium AT: $28,495 + $1595
Sport Tech MT: $29,295 + $1595
Sport Tech AT: $30,495 + $1595

[Over9K]

nissan 240:lol

http://hugginsgrenada.com/auto/nissan_parts/images/pi13.jpg

http://hugginsgrenada.com/auto/nissan_parts/images/pi13.jpg


They did a terrible job at sealing the seams, everything else is fine.

[EvoFire]

Think this should be the final pricing of all the trims now:

USA

2013 Scion FR-S
MT: $24,930 + $750
AT: $26,030 + $750

2013 Subaru BRZ
Premium MT: $25,495 + $750
Premium AT: $26,595 + $750
Limited MT: $27,495 + $750
Limited AT: $28,595 + $750

Canada

2013 Scion FR-S
MT: $25,990 + $1495
AT: $27,170 + $1495

2013 Subaru BRZ
Premium MT: $27,295+ $1595
Premium AT: $28,495 + $1595
Sport Tech MT: $29,295 + $1595
Sport Tech AT: $30,495 + $1595

That honestly doesn't seem too bad. Now to wait and actually SEE a god damn car and actually SIT in one. Stupid autoshow and the locked cars.

[c3m]

[SUBARU] 1 of 2 SUBARU BRZ Development Movie - YouTube

[SUBARU] 2 of 2 SUBARU BRZ Development Movie - YouTube

[rJZx]

Subaru BRZ- First Drive Roadtrip - YouTube

[ShadowBun]

http://youtu.be/ZUYaCLmCExU

[mqin]

woo! cant wait for the new fr-s to come out, going to drive it at the bc auto champs! let's see how it really handles

[twitchyzero]

sport tech in canada is exact same as limited?

what else does it have beside the push start button over the premium

[bottle]

sport tech in canada is exact same as limited?

what else does it have beside the push start button over the premium

I'm seeing;

Fog lights as a standard feature
Trunk spoiler
Heated side mirrors
Heated front seats
Leather (instead of cloth)
A silver accent somewhere (guessing inside)
Auto climate control

[Vancouver240sx]

Hey Guys,

Great thread about these cars. There will be an FRS on site at the autocross 2012 BC Champs which all participants will be allowed to drive!!

After the completion of competition on Sunday all drivers will be given a chance to drive the new 2013 Scion FR-S, with the top times winning prizes. All competitors will get one shot at driving the course in an FR-S prepared to the same level, with the top raw times (with penalties) winning prizes from Scion.

More info:
BC Autoslalom Championship 2012 (http://www.bcchamps.ca/)

rich

[toyota86]

more incentive to go. worth it just to test drive the frs

[smaggs]

Been a group of them spotted driving around in the lower mainland over the past week!

[Matlock]

http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/524362_326968350703327_116432448423586_808467_3829 87008_n.jpg
:troll:

[rawr]

BRZvs86vsRoadster BATTLE - YouTube

[optiblue]

BRZvs86vsRoadster BATTLE - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rk3vGY7-og8&feature=player_embedded)

What? They didn't test the automatic version??? :troll:

[hk20000]

2013 Scion FR-S: A New Hope? - Ignition Episode 14 - YouTube

[Matsuda]

2013 Subaru BRZ Limited vs. Route Napoléon - YouTube

[dovo]

Subaru BRZ vs Ford Mustang! - Head 2 Head Episode 7 - YouTube

More and more of these review videos.. I'm sold... i want one.

[Energy]

I really want to go test drive one.

[cl9]

I had been following this thread
But so far, there isn't any negative review ?
Best Car ever for it price ??

[Energy]

Apparently if you want a true sports car then the FRS is a good choice. If you want a bit more luxury but a less sports car like experience then get a Genesis Coupe. There's also the V6 Mustang but that doesn't appeal to me at all.

[rJZx]

Can't wait for the later years of the brz/frs im assuming they are gonna come out with a turbo model eventually

[Vancouver240sx]

I heard today a friend of mine took a testdrive in one at open road scion in richmond.

He did, however, already put a deposit down for the car...

rich

[dovo]

I can bet my ass.. that they will not come up with a turbo one. EVER.

WRX sti engine swap... ;)

[FatalCloud]

didn't feel like browsing thru the thread (at work anyways) lol, how much is the deposit? to test drive it's $500 deposit right? thks

[hk20000]

http://www.tune86.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/ft-86-ft86_m/pictures_photos/2012/03/Scion_FRS_frs_Greddy_drift_race_test_engine_bay.jp g
http://jonsibal.com/2012/greddyFRS3.jpg
This is the setup for Greddy Scion FRS drift car. Perhaps the EJ intake manifold will bolt up? Either way it's making 600HP boosted and drifting in competition as we speak...Or perhaps what they are using is indeed a EJ25 with mods... here's the production car engine bay: notice the location of the alternator:
http://www.rallyxd.com/rallyxd/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/news-frs-brz-toyota-subaru-engine1.jpg
and for comparison's sake here is the EJ in its natural habitat:
http://image.modified.com/f/15600233/sccp_0811_02_z+2008_ultimate_street_car_challenge_ introduction+subaru_impreza_ej25.jpg

Engine is still hanging low and far back like the production car so I would imagine space is not a true concern...I would imagine Greddy and HKS will be the first of the companies that put together staged turbo kits for this car...It isn't outrageous to put together GDI turbo with a high compression motor these days BMW has been doing that for a while now.

[Vancouver240sx]

From my understanding the Greddy Scion FRS car is a completely different engine.

rich

[hk20000]

ya but it's still a flat 4 mounted in a similar position as the stock 4U-GE / FA20. It showcases how the engine bay is accommodating enough to fit a turbocharger and corresponding duct work in it.

The rest is just a matter of companies investing into doing it for production vehicles, with enough testing and tuning it sounds like a real possibility.

The other troll way Toyota might go at it in a couple of years is to add a hybrid boosting setup perhaps located around the rear axle to get extra boost in bhp and mpg...But that's so troll.

[toyota86]

im curious to see how much more they can squeeze out of it in NA form. 2.0 spinning to 10k with around 240hp Atlantic 4age style. ditch all the drive by wire tcs shit, rig up real throttle cables and throw a set of itb in there for the sound and response. one can dream.

[hk20000]

It's making 200 with just a 8000 red I would imagine a 9000red with reworked head / cams will be 240ish? Somewhat like the S2000 were capable of 10 years ago?

[cressydrift]

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/456996_388807987828000_231163783592422_1213478_362 500673_o.jpg

[StylinRed]

^^^^ :sweetjesus:

[CorneringArtist]

I think the FR-S that OpenRoad was driving around town is now in the Jim Pattison Group's hands. Our GM brought the car into our shop to throw JP Scion plate frames on it.

Quite a looker in person, but that stock wheel fitment....:heckno:.

[muteki]

Kinda want. But interior is so lacking in the FR-S :( Need to see the BRZ in person.

[ShanghaiKid]

:fappery::fappery:

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/156560_359497814106895_108886635834682_941997_8687 4485_n.jpg
http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/582059_359498090773534_108886635834682_942010_1987 543642_n.jpg

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/533065_359497980773545_108886635834682_942005_1529 230807_n.jpg
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/545995_359498070773536_108886635834682_942009_1345 133175_n.jpg

[Over9K]

I love it how they park it beside a go cart to make it look big.

[rsx10]

Some pics i took of a stock one

[k3lv]

honestly have contemplated trading my car in or selling mine to get one of these... hmmm the more vids i see the more i want

[rsx10]

Some more

[pinoy.solsi]

Some pics i took of a stock one

i thought frs wont have the navi?

[JD35]

Some pics i took of a stock one
http://www.revscene.net/forums/attachments/forum173/11565d1336685438-richmond-20120510-00172.jpg



wow there's absolutely NO leg room in the back! wtf's the point

[Energy]

Maybe cheaper insurance or for really tiny kids?

You're right though that legroom is pretty laughable.

[hongy]

I thought that was the point of a 2+2 though. Also I swear I saw one heading up East on Hastings in North burnaby an hour and a half ago? Looks tiny.

[Nlkko]

The rear seats are there for insurance purposes. That's the point of 2+2. It's not a people carrier.

[Araaadi]

honestly have contemplated trading my car in or selling mine to get one of these... hmmm the more vids i see the more i want

Same here man. Im leaning towards the brz though. I'm just trying to be patient and have a test drive and wait a year for any major problems.

[StylinRed]

even for a 2+2 though that is seriously comical lol

[jing]

I'm sure the seat is set all the way back in that picture

[Culverin]

Some of us asians are tiny. And not only that, our legs a disproportionately short.

I am 5'6, bit have the same length of torso as some 6' tall friends.
This means my seat is super far forward.

[Gt-R R34]

Some of us asians are tiny. And not only that, our legs a disproportionately short.

I am 5'6, bit have the same length of torso as some 6' tall friends.
This means my seat is super far forward.

Sry this made me LOL. :okay:

[The_AK]

can someone explain insurance and 2+2, I take it insurance is cheaper for a 4 seater vs 2 seater?

[satek]

backseats are where wheels sit for track days.

[jing]

backseats are where wheels sit for track days.

Backseat can be folded down flat!

[see.lai]

I'd hate to sit in the back of that.

[LP700-4]

http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FnnpDofqUc&feature=g-u-u

[Nlkko]

can someone explain insurance and 2+2, I take it insurance is cheaper for a 4 seater vs 2 seater?

Yes. +2 is used to lower the insurance rate.

[Gerbs]

^ by how much around do you know?

[TRDood]

Yes. +2 is used to lower the insurance rate.

Any proof? I think actuaries would rate the vehicle based on other characteristics too. 2+2 won't matter if the reality is a 2.

Actually.. 2+2 should cost more because there could be 4 people getting injuried vs. 2 people getting injuried. Exposure increased.

[Tetsugen]

Do you guys think the BRZ STi will show up when the car is refreshed or earlier ?

[Nabatron]

^^probably show up in a year or two after the first batch of BRZ's are sold..

[Tetsugen]

Hmmm I need a new car and have been shafted by Subaru before (with the massive upgrades on the WRX... I bought two months before the refresh !) :okay:

I guess I'll get a beater until the STi model comes out.

[Over9K]

You'd think they would have relocated the battery to the rear...like the Cobalts.

[Over9K]

http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FnnpDofqUc&feature=g-u-u (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FnnpDofqUc&feature=g-u-u)

My Town and Country is faster than that...

[68style]

i thought frs wont have the navi?


It's not a navi... the Scion premium stereos are these Pioneer units with a large touch screen on them

[gilly]

You can finally build and price the frs on the scion.ca website now

[Nabatron]

has anyone picked one up yet?

[Bender Unit]

Convertible for MY2014 confirmed

http://www.roadandtrack.com/var/ezflow_site/storage_RT_NEW/storage/images/future-cars/first/2014-subaru-brz-convertible/gallery/2014_subaru_brz_convertible_photo_2/2701608-1-eng-US/2014subarubrzconvertible2lead_gallery_image_large. jpg
http://www.roadandtrack.com/var/ezflow_site/storage_RT_NEW/storage/images/future-cars/first/2014-subaru-brz-convertible/gallery/2014_subaru_brz_convertible_photo_1/2701593-1-eng-US/2014subarubrzconvertible1lead_gallery_image_large. jpg

:fullofwin:

[Lomac]

Convertible for MY2014 confirmed

http://www.roadandtrack.com/var/ezflow_site/storage_RT_NEW/storage/images/future-cars/first/2014-subaru-brz-convertible/gallery/2014_subaru_brz_convertible_photo_2/2701608-1-eng-US/2014subarubrzconvertible2lead_gallery_image_large. jpg
http://www.roadandtrack.com/var/ezflow_site/storage_RT_NEW/storage/images/future-cars/first/2014-subaru-brz-convertible/gallery/2014_subaru_brz_convertible_photo_1/2701593-1-eng-US/2014subarubrzconvertible1lead_gallery_image_large. jpg

:fullofwin:

Oh God, I hope that's a joke...

[death_blossom]

a convertible? oh crud. I guess they're trying to milk this car for all its worth. :\

[hk20000]

Something to go up against the market now monopolized by the VW EOS I guess...

[StylinRed]

well toyota came out with a convertible concept + trailer for the celica but they never made one

lets hope this holds true for the frs ;)


edit: oh im sorry the trailer hitch concept isn't the same as the convertible they call the one with the trailer the "cruising deck" ;)

http://www.toyotacelicaonline.com/celica1/news/convertable.jpg

http://www.carstyling.ru/resources/concept/99toyota_celica_cruising_deck_5.jpg


so yeah hopefully just another concept that doesnt make it :D

[Over9K]

The FR-S convertible looks surprisingly good...

I still hope it doesn't make it to production.

[Alpine]

I thought the FR-S/BRZ was supposed to be about handling... and now they want to chop off the roof and make it into a convertible?:failed:

[sonick]

Granted traditionally a coupe would handle better than a convertible, don't forget one of the best handling, and best selling, sports-cars ever is a convertible.

[godwin]

Convertible can sell for a higher margin (target US), minimal reengineering cost.. I rather they do that and have the whole model range sell for a longer period and other manufacturer like Nissan and Honda come back to the pure sports car market. That's just the reality of business.. at least chances are it will be like the GTI Cab, we won't see it here officially.



Oh God, I hope that's a joke...

[Santofu]

Hmm... :considered:

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/181888_363616390361704_108886635834682_951704_1306 577286_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/389715_363616423695034_108886635834682_951705_1529 222212_n.jpg

compared to this one toned paint...
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/550075_359497954106881_108886635834682_942004_2184 04829_n.jpg

[JD35]

^ retro series loooks goooood

[CorneringArtist]

I remember seeing the factory name "High-Tech Two Tone" for the panda paintjob in Gran Turismo 1. Pretty cool that it's being brought back.

[UFO]

I thought the FR-S/BRZ was supposed to be about handling... and now they want to chop off the roof and make it into a convertible?:failed:

You're jumping the gun a bit. It's not like they are replacing the coupe with the convertible, you want good handling go buy the hardtop... those who want the vert probably won't be taking the car tracking and drifting. It will probably be a bit heavier than the coupe and marginally flexier, but I can't see its well received handling and low COG being compromised that much with the vert. This will eat into the Miata's monopoly of the small convertible RWD and offer the flexibility of 2 extra rear seats if needed. Pretty smart on Toyota's part IMO.

I wonder how similar the side profile of the convertible FR-S will be vs. the coupe. Not a huge fan of the looks with the top down, but when you are in the driver's seat you don't see what it looks like from the outside anyways. The driving experience a convertible offers is unmatched by anything else really.

[CorneringArtist]

Convertible would probably be an alright move considering the last one Toyota had was the Solara I believe.

[satek]

Hopefully they won't pull a nissan (240sx vert) and only make automatic verts

[The_AK]

Isn't the Audi R8 convertible actually better than the coupe due to it's reinforced frame? Or was it some other convertible? Someone correct me if I'm wrong

[Tetsugen]

Don't get what all the commotion is about, Toyota has always made convertibles of their sports cars, they even made a GT-4 convertible back in the day.

[Over9K]

Granted traditionally a coupe would handle better than a convertible, don't forget one of the best handling, and best selling, sports-cars ever is a convertible.


If you're talking about the S2K, that car was DESIGNED as a convertible, not a coupe and chopped off.

[Over9K]

Isn't the Audi R8 convertible actually better than the coupe due to it's reinforced frame? Or was it some other convertible? Someone correct me if I'm wrong

No.

Reinforced so it's not as floppy like an old man's wet dick.

[death_blossom]

If you're talking about the S2K, that car was DESIGNED as a convertible, not a coupe and chopped off.

I think sonick was referring to the Mazda Miata. but s2k also fits in there. and I agree, both those cars were designed/engineered from the ground up as a roofless vehicle.

[UFO]

According to this they didn't just chop the top off and call it a day: Convertible Scion FR-S On The Way For 2013? (http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1076040_convertible-scion-fr-s-on-the-way-for-2013)

Previous reports have quoted Toyota's lead developer for the 86 project, Tetsuya Tada, as saying the car was designed from the start to be both a coupe and a convertible, meaning the groundwork is already there.

[Over9K]

ASC did the same with the 240SX Verts, still floppy as fuck.

[hotjoint]

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/550075_359497954106881_108886635834682_942004_2184 04829_n.jpg

that's sexy

[sonick]

ASC did the same with the 240SX Verts, still floppy as fuck.

How the fuck is taking a car designed as solely a coupe and chopping the roof off "the same" as designing a car to be a convertible from the start?

[Over9K]

Shit ton of bracing.

[FRStan]

Who preordered one on RS?

[HondaGuy]

Finally saw the official tv ad today...

Damn red one looks sharp...

[JoshuaWong]

Who preordered one on RS?

I ordered one... will go ahead with it unless i find a nice white CSX Type S or a ITR or my mom decide to get a 135i instead lol

[Teknique]

Heh what a coincidence, I planned on ordering a BRZ, but ended up getting a 135i instead!

[smaggs]

I was told by a Scion rep the other week that they will be available for test drives this week hopefully (for us that didn't pre-order). Anyone gone by?? I might swing by next week

[RE-Jo]

I saw one being test driven at the Automall last Saturday

[smaggs]

Which automall? Drove by Richmond this PM but couldn't see any FRS there....or am I blind?

[FatalCloud]

i called regency scion, the guy said he's not sure if there's a deposit to test drive the car, launch party for the fr-s june 9th. called openroad scion, said there's no deposit to test drive, but there's no car to test drive anyways, he's not sure when it's coming, maybe 2-3 mths...wtf

[Nabatron]

fuck long wait for people who pre-ordered one...my friend ordered one and still no word on where it is as of yet....and with test driving the car i think it's stupid that you have to put a deposit down to test it out. It's not like its a high end sports car or anything..

[registrar]

2014 Scion FR-S / Toyota GT 86 Convertible !

http://media.caranddriver.com/images/12q2/450432/2014-scion-fr-s-toyota-gt-86-convertible-rendered-news-car-and-driver-photo-455547-s-429x262.jpg

[Nabatron]

^^that will handle awesome around the track! :heckno::lawl:

[hirevtuner]

just wait until the dust settles, just like the long lines at the apple store when iphone 4 first came out

[Derek128]

I actually drove one on the street, because I'm organizing a VCMC event.(VCMC Motorsport Club Forums - Latest (http://www.vcmc.ca))

There is autox event coming up, there are spots for Scion dealerships & spots for VCMC members. VCMC's spots are full already,but there is waiting list.

In the VCMC event we are going to run some Works Wheels & Wedsport Wheels with Kumho V710/V70A R tires.

I'm not a good car reviewer, the following part will be boring !

The FRS I drove was an auto & I drove a manual daily......
So there was a normal auto delay when I stepped on the gas

The engine rev fast (not as fast as a s2000 nor B16a SIR), good torque quick pick up(for a 2L NA). Steering is sharp and quick, a bit slower than a Miata (Miata's steering is too fast @ speed). Steering wheel is well weighted (for Janpanese car, a bit lighter than my wife GDB Impreza, no where close to European). I didn't push it on the street, but the handling of the car is good, the feedback is very direct. Even I hate auto, I have to said the gear changing is quite fast. The suspension is nice & sporty, firm enough & not hurting your back. Brake is pretty good for a stock car.

Not much head room for me as I'm 6'1" almost 6'2". I can't fit in this car with a helmet & sitting the driving position I want. (straight & close to the steering wheel).
The seat got really good support!

Interior.... they put in their effort to make it looks good. I personally prefer ever thinner & lighter interior. A basic functional interior like Lotus Elise is perfect for me, but than I know I'm weird.

You can hear the engine sound very clear & road noise as there isn't much sound insulation. If you owned/drove a Type R you know what it is like.

It is a fun car to drive and with the great aftermarket support. I will have to drive it at a autox event to give futher comment.

Stock tires are hopeless hard rubber and stock rims aren't my style
But the car looks great with Works Emotion XC8 & Wedsport TC105N with Kumho V710 R tires

If there is anything I didn't cover let me know.
I hope to drive a manual version

Oh yeah 1 more thing the trunk is small, can't fit dead body in it. LOL :lawl:

Also
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[TRDood]

^^^ it's a 5x100 bolt pattern right?

Going to be hard to find staggered 5x100

[MrGoodbar]

Don't get what all the commotion is about, Toyota has always made convertibles of their sports cars, they even made a GT-4 convertible back in the day.

Please show me a GT-Four that's convertible from the factory.

[ShadowBun]

damit

im 6'3 that means this car is too small for me?

[Derek128]

^^^ it's a 5x100 bolt pattern right?

Going to be hard to find staggered 5x100

yes 5x100

the rear has room to put 9 or maybe 10"
the front not so much

[jing]

5x100? :fulloffuck:

[Derek128]

damit

im 6'3 that means this car is too small for me?

still depend on if you have long legs or not
I have long torso, a friend of mine(French) is 6'5 & I'm 6'1~2(Chinese) but the torso part of us are exactly the same.

[rJZx]

Please show me a GT-Four that's convertible from the factory.

+1

Gt-fours never came in convertibles

[Derek128]

5x100? :fulloffuck:

Its a Subaru designed by Toyota :fuckthatshit:

even the wheel lug nut are subaru size

[The_AK]

Do they have one of these at the richmond auto mall? tempted to take a look

[jACEDesignsLtd]

Thanks derek128 for the write up! My Father ordered a pearl white one (auto) and is still waiting. I am excited to "borrow" it for the weekend lol

[TRDood]

Its a Subaru designed by Toyota :fuckthatshit:

even the wheel lug nut are subaru size

What? The thread pitch is 12x1.25? :seriously:

I bet Toyota is going to pull a 5x114.3 the next year model. Just like the 2004 STi? :troll:

[UFO]

5x100 seems to be the new 4x100 no? Civics, Corollas, similar econoboxes graduated to 5x100 in the last gen or two. The FR-S is still an econobox of sorts, just a sporty one.

The FR-S convertible looks like its lost its 2 rear seats

[TRDood]

5x100 seems to be the new 4x100 no? Civics, Corollas, similar econoboxes graduated to 5x100 in the last gen or two. The FR-S is still an econobox of sorts, just a sporty one.

The FR-S convertible looks like its lost its 2 rear seats

Most cars are 5x114.3 even the Scion tC

5x100: 1st gen matrix, 9th gen corolla (both non-XRS), last gen Celica
5x114.3: most Japanese econoboxes other than Toyota.

Of course, the fit/yaris/versa are 4-bolt patterns.

[RE-Jo]

Civics are 5x114.3

[Derek128]

Unofficial FR-S Test Drive (http://www.vcmc.ca/forum/showthread.php?12438-Unofficial-FR-S-Test-Drive&p=90268#post90268)

Here is a better review from Zach

he drove the car for almost a day, I only drove it for 10mins
his review is more detail

[Nabatron]

has anyone who pre-ordered one bought the car yet? My friend still hasnt heard from the dealership here in Langley...

[Tapioca]

This looks like a great car for the price. I just wish the armchair horsepower critics would remain silent or withold their judgement until they actually drive one. There's room in the market for cars like this: think a modern-day Miata, CRX, or BMW E30 318is.

[smaggs]

Went by Surrey automall's Scion dealer today. They said they are a week delayed but will be in Sunday night hopefully. Then they will have 2 available for test drives!

[gwh0803]

My friend went for a test drive. I had to drive him there so I got in the back seat.

Pictures:
Scion FR-S Test Drive Session #2 « Avalon Photography (http://avalonphotography.wordpress.com/2012/06/02/scion-fr-s-test-drive-session-2/#more-1051)

edit:
Our first trip, where they only had the car there for 2 hours and we missed the chance to drive it:
http://avalonphotography.wordpress.com/2012/05/04/scion-fr-s-test-drive-session/

[Bender Unit]

I spotted this white FR-S demo this evening at 7pm test driving

[JoshuaWong]

^ Did you go today? I went for a test drive in the white one too.

getting mine on wednesday :woot2: not my first choice in color but it will have to do since they only got 3 in so far...

[Bender Unit]

^ Did you go today? I went for a test drive in the white one too...
Congrad. :fullofwin:

I spotted the Demo FR-S drove pass MacDonald near Lanedown Mall intersection.

[EX-R]

Drove a grey manual fr-s on friday. I found it kinda gutless...although i was expecting some sort of kick at the top end. seems like it handles great though

[JoshuaWong]

Drove a grey manual fr-s on friday. I found it kinda gutless...although i was expecting some sort of kick at the top end. seems like it handles great though

Ya, i was suprised that there wasnt much power at the top too... but the low end and mid range was pretty gd for a 4 banger compare to Hondas. Probably the trade off is bit better for the street.

[ree666]

very sharp looking, excuse the bangbus van.

[EvoFire]

Test drove the car in Japan.... They only had automatic and was confined to 40km/h maximum.

Impressions:

Not much to say seriously when I was confined to an enclosed track and 40km/h AND automatic. It was slower than I thought it would be, but the seats were great. First car I've ever been in where I actually had to adjust the seats up instead of all the way to the bottom. Also can hear the engine quite well, probably cause of the sound piping.

Considering that the auto is geared higher and the torque converter, I would expect the manual to be a bit faster and crisper.

Also, girlfriend had no complaints in terms of seats and ride quality :woot2: She actually likes the buckets and the support it gives. So for you guys with girlfriends, you should be fine, until you put in 400lb springs lol.

There was the stripped version sitting the showroom, and it was manual. Only other impression is the shifter feels great when stationary. Can't comment on actually using it but rowing through the gears were good, throws were short.

[godwin]

I wonder what the insurance vs the Genesis 2.0T? Since that's the only RWD 4 pot competitor out there.

[Vancouver240sx]

I was lucky enough to drive the car this weekend too. However my experience was a bit different (More info coming soon).

The track was damp, we had the stock prius tires on, and all driving aids turned off. Right away I felt comfortable with the car. The seating position was fantastic, I could put the seat nice and low with the seats hugging me nicely. Flicked the almost 'short throw' feeling gear shift into 1st, give it a rev, some wheel spin and we were off. The steering was slightly light to my taste but it was still direct and gave good feel. I could feel the flywheel was really heavy, throttle sensitivity was a bit slow, but nothing to whine about. Up through the gears it was fun. Didn't blow my socks off, but that isn't the point of the car. You tip it into a corner and you can really feel where the passion is. Very maneuverable on throttle, quick transitions even with stock suspension. Torsen diff at the back made grip manipulation simple. I was amazed at just how good the car was direct from the factory. Man it is going to be a great car for motorsports!!!

Can't wait for this season!!!

rich

[sonick]

:heckno:

On the closeup, the side grille on the BRZ looks pretty cheap:

http://www.adamcarolla.com/CarCastBlog/wp-content/gallery/ep422/img_0865.jpg

Approve of the rear splitter and fog light though:

http://www.adamcarolla.com/CarCastBlog/wp-content/gallery/ep422/img_0870.jpg

[JoshuaWong]

:heckno:

On the closeup, the side grille on the BRZ looks pretty cheap:

http://www.adamcarolla.com/CarCastBlog/wp-content/gallery/ep422/img_0865.jpg

Approve of the rear splitter and fog light though:

http://www.adamcarolla.com/CarCastBlog/wp-content/gallery/ep422/img_0870.jpg

^ agree, the side grill on the 86 feel like it can peel off with just force from my finger :okay: but oh well, things like these wont turn me away especially after driving it

[AzNightmare]

Are those plastic vents fake?? :suspicious:

[Bender Unit]

Are those plastic vents fake?? :suspicious:
Yes! Fake vents on BRZ
it will be a GT86 badge on FR-S at same location

[Vancouver240sx]

Tuner Challenge FR-S Edition | Scion Tuner Challenge (http://www.tunerchallenge.ca/)

rich

[CorneringArtist]

Jim pattison Surrey got its first couple so far. Both auto :okay:.