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Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 05-16-2022, 02:31 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 25,599
Posted By midenginebias
I have cross shopped this car. New, doesn't...

I have cross shopped this car.

New, doesn't always mean better, especially when it comes to specific tastes of certain car enthusiasts.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-08-2022, 11:54 PM
Replies: 1,395
Views: 355,647
Posted By midenginebias
I may try. It just doesn't seem likely in CA. ...

I may try. It just doesn't seem likely in CA. I'm fortunate to have really great PPF shops in my area.

Honestly, I'm really overthinking this whole thing. I'd be happy with Base or Premium. ...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-08-2022, 08:03 PM
Replies: 1,395
Views: 355,647
Posted By midenginebias
Same. I'm just willing to weather the storm. I...

Same. I'm just willing to weather the storm. I remember awhile back when I talked to Toyota of Orange and asked them about their mark up and legit said, "That puts me in another price bracket" and...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-06-2022, 11:33 PM
Replies: 1,395
Views: 355,647
Posted By midenginebias
No joke. I searched out of state to Arizona at...

No joke. I searched out of state to Arizona at two Toyota dealerships. One of them recommended One Toyota in Oakland to get MSRP.

I've asked Tustin, Palm Springs, Clairmont, Orange. All of...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 03-11-2022, 01:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,687
Posted By midenginebias
Really fun watch. Even shows how well Orido's AT...

Really fun watch. Even shows how well Orido's AT does on track even with the mods.

It really is a great platform to start with.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-28-2021, 09:17 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 16,775
Posted By midenginebias
Had a technician talk to different engineers...

Had a technician talk to different engineers years ago. He told me VW/Range Rover optimally were engineered to 200,000 miles, Toyota and Lexus up to 300,000 miles.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 10-18-2012, 03:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,253
Posted By midenginebias
I'm all for manual steering with a quick rack and...

I'm all for manual steering with a quick rack and mid to rear engine setups, believe me.

The thing is, there are far less automotive enthusiasts than people who just want practical cars. It...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 10-18-2012, 02:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,253
Posted By midenginebias
I don't like it, but they do this to cut weight...

I don't like it, but they do this to cut weight and improve gas mileage by tenths.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 10-18-2012, 02:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,576
Posted By midenginebias
Would you believe when the Heya Project was...

Would you believe when the Heya Project was involved for getting ideas for the FR-S, all I cared about was finding what elements would impress Chris Harris on a car review?
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-16-2012, 03:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,725
Posted By midenginebias
1. private sale for your car. 2. kbb puts up...

1. private sale for your car.
2. kbb puts up numbers, but they don't buy or sell cars.
3. your appraiser was awfully close to what the actual current day value of the car is.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 10-11-2012, 03:26 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 32,306
Posted By midenginebias
Considering Camry and Celica motors have been...

Considering Camry and Celica motors have been used in the mr2 before, utilizing any 4 cylinder within the stable without having to make a new motor is the typical option to save on costs.

But...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 10-10-2012, 12:42 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 32,306
Posted By midenginebias
The MR2, but it will be interesting how light...

The MR2, but it will be interesting how light they'll make it and what design language they want to express. Gen I and Gen III were of the lightweight, minimal, short wheelbase group, while Gen II...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 10-03-2012, 01:15 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,978
Posted By midenginebias
I wouldn't consider an Rx7 or an Rx8. I love...

I wouldn't consider an Rx7 or an Rx8. I love both cars, but not as a daily driver.

Since you're considering used cars as well, I would look at an S2000, Porsche Cayman, BMW 1-series, Genesis...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-02-2012, 10:31 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 19,245
Posted By midenginebias
Agreed. The way I see it, every owner who chose...

Agreed. The way I see it, every owner who chose their car for reasons outside of outright practicality, actually cares about what they have and have specific reasons for why they like it.

So, I...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-29-2012, 04:46 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,887
Posted By midenginebias
Economies of scale. It's different in...

Economies of scale.

It's different in Japan and the UK because the respective markets are much much smaller compared to the U.S., so it's easier to get more profit per car with the additional...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 09-28-2012, 03:57 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 26,869
Posted By midenginebias
I don't know how you feel about the ride...

I don't know how you feel about the ride characteristics of the Mini Cooper, but the FR-S does offer a better ride.

You'll miss the go-kart like experience, because the seating position isn't as...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-28-2012, 01:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,887
Posted By midenginebias
Add those options and I think customers would...

Add those options and I think customers would walk away from Scion dealerships for an alternative choice. "A $30,000 Scion?"

The limited options and included features of the car were built...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-28-2012, 12:56 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,887
Posted By midenginebias
Precisely why those ideas were implemented into...

Precisely why those ideas were implemented into the FR-S, with the Alcantara, start button, heated seats, and Navi are in the BRZ.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-26-2012, 01:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,963
Posted By midenginebias
Are there recommendations for which headers to...

Are there recommendations for which headers to purchase?
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-26-2012, 12:51 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,963
Posted By midenginebias
Congrats on the purchase fellow Spyder owner. ...

Congrats on the purchase fellow Spyder owner. Mod the Spyder? Save for FR-S? Hm.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-26-2012, 12:34 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 12,917
Posted By midenginebias
1. Focused on getting a better job. 2. My Mr2...

1. Focused on getting a better job.
2. My Mr2 Spyder isn't that bad.
3. Waiting for later models to get the niggles fixed.
4. Need to save extra $ just for the modifications I want on the car...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-25-2012, 03:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,126
Posted By midenginebias
I've driven the GTi and MS3 plenty and the 2012...

I've driven the GTi and MS3 plenty and the 2012 Focus, just not the ST.

I'll put it this way. Race track? MS3. DD? GTi. Best compromise of both? Focus ST.

I prefer the driving position,...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-25-2012, 03:21 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 17,188
Posted By midenginebias
I agree, but it also helps that the axles are up...

I agree, but it also helps that the axles are up front along with the hydraulic system to amplify feel into the wheel.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-25-2012, 03:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,077
Posted By midenginebias
Not every dealer runs an auction to cars they...

Not every dealer runs an auction to cars they can't sell in the front lot.

I pretty much can't divulge any more information outside of Carmax not using the NADA guide.

That's also the way...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-24-2012, 03:14 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 17,188
Posted By midenginebias
I think when the IS was built, steering feel...

I think when the IS was built, steering feel didn't come to mind. Otherwise, there would be different tire choices.

The F-Sport suspension package has been out for awhile now, but steering feel...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-24-2012, 03:05 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 30,713
Posted By midenginebias
Fine for running, but embarrassing to wear in...

Fine for running, but embarrassing to wear in public just for hanging out.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-24-2012, 03:03 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 17,188
Posted By midenginebias
I would define the Honda Fit's steering feel as...

I would define the Honda Fit's steering feel as accurate and quick with good feel, especially for a priced hatchback.

The IS350, I can't stand. Vague. Numb. It's like they took the slack out of...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-24-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 30,713
Posted By midenginebias
http://www.vivobarefoot.com/media/catalog/product/...

http://www.vivobarefoot.com/media/catalog/product/cache/7/image/300x/dc093176c7d263d2d3e91b81d4bf1b5e/m/e/mens_evo_black_yellow_listing_shot_angle.png
Vivobarefoot Evo II or Evo III

So...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-24-2012, 02:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,077
Posted By midenginebias
Well, KBB and NADA don't sell cars with market...

Well, KBB and NADA don't sell cars with market changes by the day.

People don't realize that the value of their car fluctuates like the stock market; depreciation isn't linear.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-24-2012, 02:14 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 17,188
Posted By midenginebias
In terms of Electronic Power Steering, the...

In terms of Electronic Power Steering, the FR-S/BRZ is among the best out there. Overall? It's above average, although the RX-8 is still better even with EPS. Then again, I've been spoiled driving...
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