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Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 12-03-2023, 03:28 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By OkieSnuffBox
Yep, credit card history is enough. I had never...

Yep, credit card history is enough. I had never had a car loan before I purchased my first house. I also bought WELL within my means. This is something the general American public is HORRIBLE about,...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-30-2023, 02:04 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By OkieSnuffBox
What I bolded/highlighted is why some of us are...

What I bolded/highlighted is why some of us are cautioning against signing up for a big financial responsibility at your age.

With current inflation rates, putting that kind of money down on a...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 11-29-2023, 06:57 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By vindiesel
Do you like the sound of a raspy trombone? That...

Do you like the sound of a raspy trombone? That will tell you your answer
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-28-2023, 09:02 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By ZDan
I bought mine at MSRP -$250 back in May fwiw, but...

I bought mine at MSRP -$250 back in May fwiw, but yeah my strategy is usually to buy sports/sporty rwd cars in the frozen months...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-28-2023, 08:43 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By fredzy
Not surprised to see new BRZ/86 selling below...

Not surprised to see new BRZ/86 selling below MSRP, it's getting pretty cold out there.

Damn it feels good to be a gangsta ...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-23-2023, 07:59 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By x808drifter
Just like the Apple "Pro" line.

Just like the Apple "Pro" line.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-22-2023, 03:35 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By gnarjunkie
My GR86 was $29.5k out the door. Base model with...

My GR86 was $29.5k out the door. Base model with a couple small dealer options.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-22-2023, 09:50 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By alex87f
The market (and the economy) are moving so much...

The market (and the economy) are moving so much that it's hard to say where things will be 12 or 24 months down the road. Maybe 86s won't be produced anymore and used ones will keep their value. Or...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-22-2023, 09:13 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By OkieSnuffBox
^Honestly, if the Edge is paid off, I'd take that...

^Honestly, if the Edge is paid off, I'd take that money for the BRZ and put it in a retirement account (compound interest is a wonderful thing), or start saving for a downpayment on a house.

I...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-20-2023, 02:31 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By HKz
if you're single, sell the edge and get lowest...

if you're single, sell the edge and get lowest mileage 1st gen you can afford...love the 2nd gen but in your financial situation it isn't worth the premium for a car that is essentially the same.
...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-20-2023, 10:42 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By x808drifter
But you have to agree... ...

But you have to agree...
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Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-20-2023, 10:14 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By foshjowler
I've owned a fair number of cars, a first and...

I've owned a fair number of cars, a first and second gen BRZ are the current stable mates, and I would absolutely say, don't put yourself in a compromised financial position over a car. It's not...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-20-2023, 08:38 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By fredzy
I was going to say financing a used car might...

I was going to say financing a used car might shake out to being near as expensive as new since rates are usually a lot higher, but you're talking about buying one of these mostly cash? Hard to say...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-19-2023, 11:20 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By VoltsFRS2013
As someone who has owned all three, the GR86 /...

As someone who has owned all three, the GR86 / BRZ 2022+ is a fantastic car. Arguably the best car you can buy brand new for the money if you want that specific format under $45,000 - $50,000 with a...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 07-13-2023, 02:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By DriveDriftDogfight86
I used to have a G37 Coupe (370z with rear...

I used to have a G37 Coupe (370z with rear seats)...but compared to a GR86/2022+ BRZ, ain't no way I'm picking the G/Z. It may be faster in a straight line, but I never woke up early on a Sunday...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 07-03-2023, 10:24 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By soundman98
don't let the fearmongering get to you. the...

don't let the fearmongering get to you.

the rtv is an on-again-off-again thing, been that way since the 90's. but largely a small issue, mostly related to a small batch of issues at the factory. ...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 07-02-2023, 01:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By Teseo
None. Buy used Camaro SS

None. Buy used Camaro SS
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 07-02-2023, 12:07 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By WNDSRFR
Ask the same question in the 370Z forum and see...

Ask the same question in the 370Z forum and see if you get the same answers.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 07-02-2023, 09:28 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By Liquidsnake
I had a 370z and it was awesome, back in 2009. In...

I had a 370z and it was awesome, back in 2009. In the year 2023? I would not give my car up for it.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 07-02-2023, 12:55 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By gnarjunkie
My last car was a 450whp STi. Had it set up for...

My last car was a 450whp STi. Had it set up for the track with great coilovers and tons of handling mods. It was violently quick, had traction for days, and was almost certainly faster in every...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 07-01-2023, 10:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By vindiesel
Also take in consideration that unless you get a...

Also take in consideration that unless you get a 370z nismo or a sport tech trim you do not get an lsd. The factory lsd isn’t that great long term. Buying a used sports car is like buying a used...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 07-01-2023, 12:01 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By DarkSunrise
This is an often overlooked point. While car...

This is an often overlooked point. While car comparisons are great and useful, the "winner" almost always depends what your preferences and usage mix are.

I owned a 350z for a few years and it...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 07-01-2023, 05:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By Red-86
Having owned both a gen 1 86 for 5 years, and...

Having owned both a gen 1 86 for 5 years, and having owned a 370Z for the last 3 years, my advice is to test drive both rather than taking other people’s preferences as gospel. Everyone is different...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 06-30-2023, 11:29 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By alphasaur
I've driven a 350z, you feel the weight...

I've driven a 350z, you feel the weight difference for sure and the car feels heavier than it is IMO

The 86 platform feels closer to a scalpel. Super precise and light.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 06-30-2023, 06:18 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By Sasquachulator
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kcl2q_Ix2Ks ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kcl2q_Ix2Ks

370 vs first gen 86

To extrapolate that to a second gen, the second gen pretty much fixes all the flaws of the first gen (mainly power and torque...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 06-30-2023, 05:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By soundman98
warranty was never a consideration for me. i...

warranty was never a consideration for me. i avoid dealerships as much as possible.


i can't speak specifically about the 370z, but i can speak about the 350z.

this came out before the brz/86...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 06-30-2023, 02:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By DarkPira7e
Or... you can get a used BRZ, throw on a turbo,...

Or... you can get a used BRZ, throw on a turbo, and have the best car imaginable.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 06-30-2023, 11:36 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By bcj
For fenceline roads that go straight for 2 or 3...

For fenceline roads that go straight for 2 or 3 counties, probably an F-150.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 06-30-2023, 11:27 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By OkieSnuffBox
I had a 350Z way back in the day, it lasted 3...

I had a 350Z way back in the day, it lasted 3 months before I traded it in.

Quick enough, decently comfortable, but didn't do anything well.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 06-30-2023, 06:29 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,744
Posted By vindiesel
Just drive them both… new car with warranty vs...

Just drive them both… new car with warranty vs older car with no warranty. Depending on how much money you have buying an extremely low mileage z is going to cost almost a new brz.

I had a 350z I...
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