Monogram Series or 2.5L FR-S

[Choob]

Originally Posted by Chad86

I still like my Celica after 10 years, but I love the looks of the GT86 so much more. I have sat in a new BRZ, but have yet to test drive. I just would hate to purchase the car to find out it is rear-wheel drive but goes the same speed...

trust me its soo much faster and way more torque. I only miss my celi because it was my first car, no regrets!

[Chad86]

Originally Posted by Choob

trust me its soo much faster and way more torque. I only miss my celi because it was my first car, no regrets!

That's the response I was looking for! Thanks!
I guess the Celica GT-S which I think had 180hp would be a better comparison. I will probably sell in the new year and use the funds towards a new Asphalt Monogram FR-S if or when they are available. In the meantime I will test drive a BRZ

[Sitha@ft86club]

Its a Celica.... Compared to gt twins. I break so many necks my frs compared to my dads corolla.... Lol

[Chad86]

Originally Posted by Sitha@ft86club

Its a Celica.... Compared to gt twins. I break so many necks my frs compared to my dads corolla.... Lol

I found this comment on this YouTube video: 'The FRS will destroy the Celica in every regard. FRS is a true sports car. The Celica is a Corolla with a sleek body. That is all.'

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2epi8GbzNtM"]SCION FR-S VS. CELICA GT-S - YouTube[/ame]

[Burrcold]

That video reminds me of just how modern the 7th gen Celica styling was (and kind of still is). I miss all 3 of my previous 7th gen Celica's

[WhiteRose]

2.5l might be an option for the next fr-s there are lots of fr-s options tada-san has in mind

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[CYLVER]

The day I test drove a BRZ, I bought one up front. It was totally not my plan but that's what happened. Just BE CAREFUL! It's literally love at first drive.

[Sitha@ft86club]

Originally Posted by Chad86

I found this comment on this YouTube video: 'The FRS will destroy the Celica in every regard. FRS is a true sports car. The Celica is a Corolla with a sleek body. That is all.'

Not even going to lie, I like the Celica in the video. But regardless if you want a new age drift car go for the gt twins...

[clayrush]

Lol I love when people talk shit about the gts. Especially mine.
the 86 twins are a definite upgrade over celica gt.
As 4 Frs vs gts .... besides the definite handling advantage it feels like the frs can launch from a stop better. The celica is a bit lighter. But other than that it is just drivers skill imo.
If they ever do a motor upgrade for the frs, I would think they would up the price as well.

[SoCal909]

honestly i would bet anything that they don't make a version of this car that has more power. it wouldn't make any sense, everyone who had one before would be super pissed off. i bet you they are just going to make small cosmetic changes to the interior and exterior.

if they do make a version with more power i bet you it would be for the japanese market only, and they would only make a handful of them.

[Chad86]

Originally Posted by SoCal909

honestly i would bet anything that they don't make a version of this car that has more power. it wouldn't make any sense, everyone who had one before would be super pissed off. i bet you they are just going to make small cosmetic changes to the interior and exterior.

if they do make a version with more power i bet you it would be for the japanese market only, and they would only make a handful of them.

I agree with this. The GT86 was built to be a naturally aspirated fun drivers` car. I just hope the Monogram spec is true, as I want to get a different color other than the available Ignition blue and minus all the lame & useless stuff like glowing badges. Also, I want my car to be as similar to the GT86 as possible.

[forzajuve]

The 2.5L is an idea but is not confirmed nor will it be available that soon (if it comes out at all). There is talk that the earliest release of a 2.5L 86 would maybe be around 2015, but I imagine that it will mostly like come out as a 2nd gen

[Chad86]

Originally Posted by forzajuve

The 2.5L is an idea but is not confirmed nor will it be available that soon (if it comes out at all). There is talk that the earliest release of a 2.5L 86 would maybe be around 2015, but I imagine that it will mostly like come out as a 2nd gen

If this is the case, would you suggest I wait for a better engine FR-S and continue driving my Celica or trade up when the Monogram is released

[forzajuve]

Well you can look at this in a few ways...

If you continue to drive your Celica till a 2.5L comes out, if it does which could be 2+ year, then the Celica's trade in value will be far less than it is currently.

If you trade in your Celica now for a Monogram FRS you will probably be happy with the transition. I mean your basically going from (give or take) 110 whp to 160 whp which is a pretty big jump. If you include the more modern, superior handling that is also a huge bonus. Lastly, you are topping off the trade-in for a brand new car with interior and tech accessories.

Trade in value for a Monogram FRS should fair well in the next 2 years as well. Again this is all assuming they come out with a 2.5L.

You also have to ask yourself (COMPLETELY hypothetical) What if in a few years the 2.5L never comes out and they discontinue the FRS, wouldn't you have wished you got the Monogram when you could have?