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Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2012 10:47 am
by Taz
ZFL45H1 wrote:Saw one yesterday on Newcastle foreshore had a haltec decal up the side of it not sure if was by haltec or not but looked sweet no photo though sorry
So all stickers on cars means that the car legitimately has all the gear in the car?
it is poossible, but highly unlikely, with all the ricers running around today...
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2012 11:55 am
by ZFL45H1
Taz wrote:
So all stickers on cars means that the car legitimately has all the gear in the car?
it is poossible, but highly unlikely, with all the ricers running around today...
This is true Taz that why I wasn't sure lol looked nice but
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 6:18 pm
by Tippin
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Thu Aug 30, 2012 12:30 pm
by ninpofto
I still want an fto
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Tue Sep 18, 2012 2:56 am
by zuihoujueding
Went to City Toyota for a test drive last weekend.
Tested two version, the GT manual and GTS auto.
A few critics:
Front end is abit boring but might grow into it. But the GTS head light is much better as it have LED daytime running lights and xenon headlamps.
The red triangle between the reverse light is only a reflector...I thought its a brake light, which might look cool.
The boot is small and super shallow. furthermore, 1/3 of the sparewheel came sticking out from the base so theres no flat boot. Flimsy boot cover.
There are signs of rear seats, but only cater for those without legs. Even my fto have have rear passangers with some leg space.
The GT interior looks quite boring. really basic looking.
The ride is harsh as expected.
Power delivery is similar to our GPX...nothing much till hitting about 5k rpm.
The good stuffs:
The seats are super comfy and supportive. I went to check out the wrx before that and the seats were crap. no support at all whatsoever. They were even worse than our FTO seats.
Steering wheel is telescopic so can adjust to your optimum position.
The GTS especially have wonderful interior garnishes. Large orange "casio" like number displays for the aircon, etc. Even have digital display on the face of the analog speedo.
Every button is within reach, it is really a driver oriented sports car. You just feel like driving it all day!
The auto is very pleasant too. Can drive full auto, semi at the gearstick or pedal shifts. Very responsive too.
What i love most is the gearstick. super short throw!
Turning response is almost immediate.
Now the worse part is GT have 6months waiting period while GTS have a whopping 18months period!!! I wasnt thinking to buy but i saw quite a few asians booking the car at the showroom already!
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Tue Sep 18, 2012 9:52 am
by Astron_Boy
The red triangle in euro is a fog light!
Surprised for once rear fog lights were removed for us...
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Tue Sep 18, 2012 8:56 pm
by SchumieFan
that didnt take long
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Tue Sep 18, 2012 9:13 pm
by Astron_Boy
Was just about to say that.
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Tue Sep 18, 2012 9:59 pm
by ninpofto
Astron_Boy wrote:Was just about to say that.
Let me guess Astron, Gen-Y test drive!
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Tue Sep 18, 2012 10:37 pm
by Astron_Boy
ninpofto wrote:Astron_Boy wrote:Was just about to say that.
Let me guess Astron, Gen-Y test drive!
How the f**k would I know???
Though you're probably correct.
Judging by the foliage, I'd say a Hoonda driver who isn't used to RWD...
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 12:21 pm
by Tippin
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 2:24 pm
by AJ
It was a Kiwi, lol.
My boss took delivery of his blue BRZ (build no. 113) on Friday. He can't go over 4000rpm until its done 1500ks (he's up to 165 at the moment) then I'm going for a ride in it.
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 2:48 pm
by koolio1234
I'm sure they were probably making sure its safety features are functional, putting that 5 star ANCAP safety rating to the test.
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 7:35 pm
by Kustom
Theres been a couple of wrecks ?
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 7:59 pm
by SchumieFan
AJ wrote:It was a Kiwi, lol.
My boss took delivery of his blue BRZ (build no. 113) on Friday. He can't go over 4000rpm until its done 1500ks (he's up to 165 at the moment) then I'm going for a ride in it.
every car maker says that...
btw... i did that with the zuk and i cant name a part on the motor that wasnt replaced (no really... i cant!)
i tend to agree with Draz's approach to breaking in cars (
http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm)
Re: Finally the Toyota 86 is here!
Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 8:02 pm
by SchumieFan
AJ wrote:It was a Kiwi, lol.
My boss took delivery of his blue BRZ (build no. 113) on Friday. He can't go over 4000rpm until its done 1500ks (he's up to 165 at the moment) then I'm going for a ride in it.
just clicked the link.... i lost my FTO on that very road and nearly ended up down the cliff.... dropped it into the ditch on the opposite side instead