"IF" there was no FT86, which car would you consider purchasing? - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

cassidy0998 · 11-04-2011, 11:13 AM

Hypothetically, if the FT86 didn't exist and wasn't going to be produced, what other car(s) would you consider purchasing? I was in the market for a 2011+ WRX/STi, Evo X, or Genesis Coupe before I stumbled across this site and started learning a little more about this car.

Dave-ROR · 11-04-2011, 11:18 AM

I think there's already 8 threads for this, but why not :P
-used Cayman S
-used 997 911
-new MS3

Or I'd go grown up and get a TL-S 6MT or a TSX 6MT.

Ryephile · 11-04-2011, 11:27 AM

Keep my Golf TDI as a DD and enjoy the quiet luxury with brilliant fuel economy, get a '10+ Miata, wait for the new lighter Miata, or wait for the allegedly upcoming Porsche 914 or Audi R4.

oneday · 11-04-2011, 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave-ROR

I think there's already 8 threads for this, but why not :P

I had the same thought.

It's still mind boggling to me that anyone considering a WRX/STI/Evo might consider an FR-S (or a BR-Z for that matter).

Anyway, there is only one other car that ticks the same boxes for me: Cayman (base...I don't care for the S's price tag).

Small.

Light(ish).

Nimble.

RWD.

Fun in the twisties.

Enough luggage space for a weekend away with Mrs. oneday.

SUB-FT86 · 11-04-2011, 12:48 PM

2011 Genesis Coupe 3.8 Track
2008 Cayman S

I can't think of any other car worth buying after that.

Shevon · 11-04-2011, 12:53 PM

2012 Genisis coupe, Evo X, or (hopefully) used E92 M3

Neutral_Eyes · 11-04-2011, 12:59 PM

I'd probably just throw a supercharger and a set of coilovers on my Miata and call it done. For new cars, I'd go MS3.

keiri · 11-04-2011, 01:01 PM

If I could guarantee Mrs. keiri wasn't going to try and start a family in the next 4 years:

AP2 Honda S2000
2011 Hyundai Genesis 2.0T
Lexus IS250

CLTBRZ · 11-04-2011, 01:03 PM

VW Golf R 2DR
Hyundai Veloster Turbo
I considered a Gen Coupe but the window line is just too awkward for me
'13 WRX STI - obviously I'd be waiting a while for the info on this

Marrk · 11-04-2011, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryephile

Keep my Golf TDI as a DD and enjoy the quiet luxury with brilliant fuel economy, get a '10+ Miata, wait for the new lighter Miata, or wait for the allegedly upcoming Porsche 914 or Audi R4.

Porsche-Audi-VW may come up with something cool + affordable. It will likely be a turbo flat-4, and turbos are not my thing, but still.

Also: I like the idea of a new, light weight Miata. But, jeez, could they make it look sexy for once. The current version doesn't attract me.

It's too bad Lotus doesn't make a $20k-$25k car.

(I'm limiting my response to new cars.)

Giccin · 11-04-2011, 01:33 PM

Well... I was going for the 5dr WRX/STI...

Which I still do want later down the line.

But now after the car accident. I want a fking Brotruck.

keiri · 11-04-2011, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Giccin

Well... I was going for the 5dr WRX/STI...

Which I still do want later down the line.

But now after the car accident. I want a fking Brotruck.

Ford Raptor!

Get all the windows tinted and then when you pull up to a brofest and jump out of the truck they'll all just be shocked and awed.

mokinbird87 · 11-04-2011, 02:14 PM

RSX-S...believe it or not. amazing engine, good gas mileage and decent performance for a LOT cheaper than the FR-S. I quite like the interior layout also.

05+ Boxster... it would be the ultimate indulgence but NO practicality what-so-ever. I love this car to death but I dont know if I can keep up with maintenance bills.

thats why I like the FR-S... it's bang in the midle. RSX seems to be the logical economical choice and the porsche is just...porsche

Ryuu0u · 11-04-2011, 02:16 PM

imported celica GT4
'11 WRX or STI
'06/07 STI
Genesis coupe 3.8R

My alternate plan would be to get a Tacoma or FJcruiser and drive that till i can afford the new Exige.

11-04-2011, 11:13 AM	#1
cassidy0998 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Drives: '99 Ranger / '94 APU Supra / Ninja! Location: Missississississippi Posts: 462 Thanks: 3 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	"IF" there was no FT86, which car would you consider purchasing? Hypothetically, if the FT86 didn't exist and wasn't going to be produced, what other car(s) would you consider purchasing? I was in the market for a 2011+ WRX/STi, Evo X, or Genesis Coupe before I stumbled across this site and started learning a little more about this car.

11-04-2011, 11:18 AM	#2
Dave-ROR Site Moderator Join Date: Dec 2010 Drives: Stuff Location: Florida Posts: 10,317 Thanks: 955 Thanked 5,965 Times in 2,689 Posts Mentioned: 262 Post(s) Tagged: 8 Thread(s)	I think there's already 8 threads for this, but why not :P -used Cayman S -used 997 911 -new MS3 Or I'd go grown up and get a TL-S 6MT or a TSX 6MT. __________________ -Dave Track cars: 2013 Scion FRS, 1998 Acura Integra Type-R, 1993 Honda Civic Hatchback DD: 2005 Acura TSX Tow: 2022 F-450 Toys: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, 1993 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1994 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1991 Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 Parts: 2015 Subaru BRZ Limited, 2005 Acura TSX Projects: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited track car build FS: 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 LT CCSB 8.1/Allison with 99k miles

11-04-2011, 11:27 AM	#3
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11-04-2011, 12:48 PM	#5
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Neutral_Eyes Softparker Join Date: Jan 2011 Drives: 2002 Mazda Miata Location: Arizona Posts: 618 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 3 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I'd probably just throw a supercharger and a set of coilovers on my Miata and call it done. For new cars, I'd go MS3.

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CLTBRZ Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: DGM DZE/01 Location: Charlotte, NC, USA Posts: 125 Thanks: 47 Thanked 24 Times in 17 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	VW Golf R 2DR Hyundai Veloster Turbo I considered a Gen Coupe but the window line is just too awkward for me '13 WRX STI - obviously I'd be waiting a while for the info on this

11-04-2011, 02:14 PM	#13
mokinbird87 BOXER FR Join Date: Oct 2011 Drives: WRB BRZ Limited Location: irvine, ca Posts: 752 Thanks: 393 Thanked 335 Times in 171 Posts Mentioned: 10 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	RSX-S...believe it or not. amazing engine, good gas mileage and decent performance for a LOT cheaper than the FR-S. I quite like the interior layout also. 05+ Boxster... it would be the ultimate indulgence but NO practicality what-so-ever. I love this car to death but I dont know if I can keep up with maintenance bills. thats why I like the FR-S... it's bang in the midle. RSX seems to be the logical economical choice and the porsche is just...porsche

11-04-2011, 02:16 PM	#14
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