What do you think about the scion frs

shadoquad · 08-03-2012, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Lug

ftfy.

practicality is a matter of degree. Compared to a Miata or Z, it is relatively practical. roomy, back seat (sorta), boot space, 30mpg.

Compared to a GTI, MS3, or WRX, it is impractical. RWD, no true back seat room for people.

Zaggeron · 08-03-2012, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by DR_

I like it a lot. If I were in the market for a practical 4 seater t would be close to the top.

That's sorta of how I look at it. I want RWD, relatively light, and 2 doors. I'm sick of my nondescript DD, but I don't need another powerful sports car.

So what are the choices

1. MX-5
2. FRS
3. BRZ
4 ??

Is there anything else out there that fits the bill? Shouldn't there be tons of different lightweight fun-to-drive sports coupes? Well if no one buys the FRS and BRZ there won't be. So perhaps they are a bit over-priced for what they deliver, just say I'm taking one for the team to help the car's popularity so other manufacturers take the same sort of risks in the future. You guys should be thanking me.

Your welcome.

shadoquad · 08-03-2012, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Zaggeron

That's sorta of how I look at it. I want RWD, relatively light, and 2 doors. I'm sick of my nondescript DD, but I don't need another powerful sports car.

So what are the choices

1. MX-5
2. FRS
3. BRZ
4 ??

Is there anything else out there that fits the bill? Shouldn't there be tons of different lightweight fun-to-drive sports coupes? Well if no one buys the FRS and BRZ there won't be. So perhaps they are a bit over-priced for what they deliver, just say I'm taking one for the team to help the car's popularity so other manufacturers take the same sort of risks in the future. You guys should be thanking me.

Your welcome.

Thank you for what? Buying a personal vehicle? Giving toyota or subaru money? Don't hold your breath waiting

Zaggeron · 08-03-2012, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by shadoquad

Thank you for what? Buying a personal vehicle? Giving toyota or subaru money? Don't hold your breath waiting

Yes. I am willing to put down a few extra bucks to support products I believe are good for the auto enthusiast. If enough people do as I do, and it looks like they are, then other manufacturers will think it might be wise to produce this sort of car. And the auto enthusiast will win if competition emerges for this sort of vehicle.

It's like I'm the freakin' Mother Teresa of consumers, taking a hit on my wallet so that others may profit in the future from my loss.

w0rM · 08-03-2012, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Zaggeron

Yes. I am willing to put down a few extra bucks to support products I believe are good for the auto enthusiast. If enough people do as I do, and it looks like they are, then other manufacturers will think it might be wise to produce this sort of car. And the auto enthusiast will win if competition emerges for this sort of vehicle.

It's like I'm the freakin' Mother Teresa of consumers, taking a hit on my wallet so that others may profit in the future from my loss.

shadoquad · 08-03-2012, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Zaggeron

Yes. I am willing to put down a few extra bucks to support products I believe are good for the auto enthusiast. If enough people do as I do, and it looks like they are, then other manufacturers will think it might be wise to produce this sort of car. And the auto enthusiast will win if competition emerges for this sort of vehicle.

It's like I'm the freakin' Mother Teresa of consumers, taking a hit on my wallet so that others may profit in the future from my loss.

You're just all heart.

"I'm doing this for all of you," he shouted, as he signed on the dotted line and drove the sports car home

ERZperformance · 08-03-2012, 04:46 PM

For that price I would rather get a Mazdaspeed 3

Zaggeron · 08-03-2012, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ERZperformance

For that price I would rather get a Mazdaspeed 3

I'm annoyed at the torque steer of my non-speed Mazda3, I can't imagine what it would be like in a Mazdaspeed 3. I've heard it is fun to drive but you do have to watch the torque steer.

conor1123 · 08-05-2012, 05:32 AM

had to take a pic lol

Zaggeron · 08-05-2012, 08:14 AM

Picked up my BRZ yesterday. Here's a crappy cell-pic. I'll take some nicer shots today at Austin Cars and Coffee.

crazyyankfan · 08-05-2012, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Zaggeron

Picked up my BRZ yesterday. Here's a crappy cell-pic. I'll take some nicer shots today at Austin Cars and Coffee.

Nice! what made you choose the BRZ instead of FR-S? I know BRZ seems to have better package overall, but i personally like the look of FR-S better

Zaggeron · 08-05-2012, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by crazyyankfan

Nice! what made you choose the BRZ instead of FR-S? I know BRZ seems to have better package overall, but i personally like the look of FR-S better

I dunno. I think I liked the trim package better in the Subaru -- bluetooth, leather, auto climate controls. It ended up about 3k more than the base Scion, but I knew if I cheaped out, I would regret it later.

crazyyankfan · 08-05-2012, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Zaggeron

I dunno. I think I liked the trim package better in the Subaru -- bluetooth, leather, auto climate controls. It ended up about 3k more than the base Scion, but I knew if I cheaped out, I would regret it later.

I believe the interior materials of BRZ are better than the cheap crappy plastic in FR-S, right? I never got to sit in either one, just pure speculation.

Zaggeron · 08-06-2012, 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by crazyyankfan

I believe the interior materials of BRZ are better than the cheap crappy plastic in FR-S, right? I never got to sit in either one, just pure speculation.

I don't know about the FR-S -- never saw one in person, but the BRZ Limited interior is not bad.

shadoquad · 08-05-2012, 10:26 AM

Nice, zags

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