Subaru BRZ STI

[ELVA164]

I actually think the Scion FR-S looks better than the BRZ does. Unfortunately, Toyota probably isn't in much of a hurry to release a higher-horsepower version of that since it's an entry-level market. They only allow one or two interior choices, so I don't think a new engine/drivetrain/suspension setup fits their goals.

[VinniE30]

280 HP and 2700 lbs
Nice.
So it basically matches an S52-E30 in power and weight.

Still... it couldn't be more different than an e30 in looks... it's just another ugly looking new car.

[golde30]

I'm waiting for the BRZ STI, but also the FXT STI, can't decide...

[SmokeE30]

Now who will buy the wrx?

[AndrewBird]

I think they are really boring looking, just like most new cars. But on the flip side, all the not boring cars are way too over the top and are hideous.

[cali_e30]

driving one is completely different. it's too much fun

[Cliche Guevara]

My best friend bought one recently. The car has an amazingly well balanced chassis, great steering feel, and a damned near perfect driver position. It's a true joy to drive. It's plenty quick for me, but the fastest cars I've owned have been my 91 535i and my 89 325is so I definitely don't have the best perspective when it comes to a fast car. A BRZ STi with 280 horsepower sounds awesome.

[mrcheezle19]

sucks to have bought the first one.

[F34R]

The guy I talked to at the SCCA event said he was expecting more from it. But was overall happy with the performance for daily use. He said he mostly bought it for styling etc. I really think they are a handsome car, RWD and new to the aftermarket. It is refreshing/

I know there will be amazing high HP builds, suspension setups etc.

[Killacortes]

Thank god lol I was not impressed at all when my friend took me for a ride in his

[Zreberlcoe]

A kids parents bought him a brz (idk if there are different vesions) at our school and it does stick out because no one has a nice car at our school, but it's actually pretty cool looking. I don't think it's very fast but it sure is cool. And manual. Hopefully he'll let me drive it sometime soon.

[F34R]

I thought GC just released a coilover setup for the BRZ?

That is just a conversion kit, kinda like what we do with the conversion/Bilstein sports.
Then you can go custom valved/double valved. Shortened housings, etc etc

Mark did not get into it, just said it will be better than anything on the market for the BRZ. More of a race setup if you will.

That is all I know above^

[lambo]

I talked to Mark@GC, they are busy designing some amazing setup.

I thought GC just released a coilover setup for the BRZ?

[be34st]

Hmm, hopefully I can still get a decent trade-in deal on the Si by then. This thing sounds like TONS of fun!

[F34R]

They need something badly to move. There was one in a local SCCA AutoX, is was SLOW lol.

I talked to Mark@GC, they are busy designing some amazing setup.