Toyota FT-86 / Scion FR-S specs leaked via training manual

[Beckham]

It is an auto.

[Blackforge]

I finally have an ETA (and a VIN!) on my BRZ of around July 30th. So if you see a black MT BRZ Limited starting around then, that'll probably be me.

[ray]

Originally Posted by Blackforge

I finally have an ETA (and a VIN!) on my BRZ of around July 30th. So if you see a black MT BRZ Limited starting around then, that'll probably be me.

Sweet! I'd love to see that thing at some point.

[Beckham]

Just saw at least one FRS (white) headed towards Scottsboro on a large transport truck.

[Beckham]

So hot.

[Beckham]

Giggity.

[Beckham]

First turbo BRZ.... makes 13hp more than stock and can only run 4psi haha.

http://jalopnik.com/5927631/the-firs...ium=socialflow

[dmcmahan12]

So what is the point of putting a turbo kit on that car? I can't wait for the first one to grenade from someone getting happy with turning the boost up!

[Beckham]

Originally Posted by dmcmahan12

So what is the point of putting a turbo kit on that car? I can't wait for the first one to grenade from someone getting happy with turning the boost up!

There's not a point haha. That's what Jesse (Wilson!) was saying previously.

[Samir]

Originally Posted by ITSFAST

In regards to the auto's, I believe it's simple marketing. They already have the manuals sold, so why go ahead and produce them? Produce the autos, get them in the market and being the first ones, they will sell to those that have been waiting or just want to have the first one on the block. Then produce the already sold cars. Cha-Ching $.

Or at least, that's my take on it. Typically you can follow the money and figure out why companies do what they do.

Makes perfect business sense. And you're dead-on about following the money--a lot of stupid things make sense when you do this.

Originally Posted by speedfreek

All those holding out hope that it will get boost from the factory can cancel that dream and will have to stick with aftermarket. BRZ STI = no boost from factory. Just a more "powerful" version of the current 2.0 boxer engine. A bump of about 50 hp.

"One downside to the BRZ STI is that there will be no turbocharged version offered. Subaru says there is no space for it in the engine bay and they are reserving these version for models like the WRX STI."


http://www.topspeed.com/cars/subaru/...-ar127134.html

50hp is a pretty good bump in power. I think that will be enough of a kick in the pants.

Originally Posted by BigTyla

Yeah, this isn't news to this thread. To be honest, if I were buying the car I could care less about a turbo. IMO an extra 50 hp is all this car really needs to grab the enthusiasm of people that are holding out for a Toyobaru with more power. 50 hp goes a long way in a 2800 lb car.

Yep, I didn't even think about the power to weight ratio, just the percentage gain in hp.

Originally Posted by Wilson!

exactly. if they happen to raise displacement, the gain in TQ would be complement the hp gain nicely in a light weight chassis.

So do you think it would be 'enough' for what the car needs to be more competitive with other cars in it's price range?

Originally Posted by ray

Sweet! I think the only problem is that it is another auto

Yay! I can drive it.

Originally Posted by Beckham

So hot.

Ummm...is it just me or is that tail light just completely jacked up?

Originally Posted by Beckham

First turbo BRZ.... makes 13hp more than stock and can only run 4psi haha.

http://jalopnik.com/5927631/the-firs...ium=socialflow

Those sound like the gains of a typical intake, header, and exhaust.

[gorkoracing]

The turbo actually gave it 54.5 more whp according to the article

[Blackforge]

Turbo Kit pricing announced: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...062#post333062

MSRP $6295.00
Introductory Offer $4995.00

There are some other options listed in the the link.

[BigTyla]

Originally Posted by gorkoracing

The turbo actually gave it 54.5 more whp according to the article

Indeed. It appears our friend Beckham confused bhp and whp.

[Wilson!]

i think i'd wait for 50 hp n/a instead of throwing a grenade under the hood while killing any hope of a warranty.

[Beckham]

[Beckham]

Ummmmmmmmm.... Drooooooooool.....

Impressive Widebody 2JZ FR-S / 86 Build From Thailand

Here’s what looks to be a very impressive widebody 2JZ FR-S / 86 build from Impression Garage in Thailand.

It’s said to have been finished in a mere 4 weeks, working around the clock. Check out the video footage after the jump.

http://youtu.be/Q6-8Naqbqkk

http://youtu.be/G-8lBWz9H9I

[Beckham]

Double post.

[Blackforge]

My car was supposed to be here today, maybe tomorrow...

[Beckham]

[Blackforge]

Originally Posted by Blackforge

My car was supposed to be here today, maybe tomorrow...

It'll be sitting at Landers Mclarty until Monday, due to the service dept being closed. They have been letting people sit in it, no drives though.