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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-27-2017, 04:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,473
Posted By berkbrzfan
I have had my car for almost 3 years now and the...

I have had my car for almost 3 years now and the only thing I have changed is the shift knob. Would I like to try the OFT some time? Of course I would. Is it needed to make me happier? Not...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-27-2016, 12:21 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,274
Posted By berkbrzfan
In recent times with my daughter's increasing...

In recent times with my daughter's increasing vocabulary, there may have been a few grumpy words exchanged. I want to believe it's nothing to do with leg space issues. Hopefully it remains that way!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-26-2016, 03:10 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 12,274
Posted By berkbrzfan
Always take my 2 year old daughter on a Recaro...

Always take my 2 year old daughter on a Recaro car seat with my wife in the passenger seat. The seat adjustment discussions have been undramatic so far.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-15-2016, 04:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,387
Posted By berkbrzfan
There were no promotions AFAIK. The weird thing...

There were no promotions AFAIK. The weird thing was the service personnel seemed very calm and composed when he said the rates were down. It was almost like he had given the same answer to others!
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-15-2016, 03:24 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 18,220
Posted By berkbrzfan
Yeah. The torque dip keeps life interesting....

Yeah. The torque dip keeps life interesting. Teaches you to cling on and of the importance of hope!
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-15-2016, 03:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,387
Posted By berkbrzfan
Subaru Oil Change Prices Down???!!!

Went in for my oil change today with odo at around 19200 miles. Was asked if I wanted to do the 15000 mile package - engine air filter and cabin air filter replacement. Which I politely refused as I...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-07-2016, 10:48 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 35,570
Posted By berkbrzfan
Right! When I learnt manual, all I was...

Right!

When I learnt manual, all I was taught was higher gears for higher speeds and lower gears for lower speeds. Once you start driving more, you begin to find ways to fine tune the technique...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-06-2016, 10:51 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 58,989
Posted By berkbrzfan
You guys discussing about bikes has got me...

You guys discussing about bikes has got me thinking about the Yamaha RD350S, RX100s and RX135s that I grew up with. The sheer sound of the 2 stroke coupled with smell of unburnt gas... Wow!

More...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-25-2016, 09:56 AM
Replies: 3,507
Views: 1,111,327
Posted By berkbrzfan
This place never fails to amaze me with what I...

This place never fails to amaze me with what I can learn from it. Today I learnt about Japanese Honorifics. The pointless but interesting comments back and forth were the icing on the cake! Very...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-18-2016, 10:31 AM
Replies: 3,507
Views: 1,111,327
Posted By berkbrzfan
I was thinking of a reason to go to the NY Auto...

I was thinking of a reason to go to the NY Auto Show. I think I have one now.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-09-2016, 11:27 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,299
Posted By berkbrzfan
You might not see him there when you go to thank...

You might not see him there when you go to thank him. Somehow the knowledgeable guys are not retained in dealerships!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-26-2016, 10:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,272
Posted By berkbrzfan
This is true if there are enough local dealers...

This is true if there are enough local dealers around you. I stay at a place where there is almost a monopoly by a single Subaru dealer. When I approached them, it was as if you either buy it their...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-23-2016, 10:25 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 22,827
Posted By berkbrzfan
Welcome to the forum, Malibooya! You seem to have...

Welcome to the forum, Malibooya! You seem to have gotten a really short test drive!

As far as the gearbox is concerned, as many others have mentioned, it is unrelenting and strict in the way it...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-16-2016, 11:34 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,492
Posted By berkbrzfan
Welcome wyatt263! I get back to the forum...

Welcome wyatt263!

I get back to the forum after 3 months and see your post. Thanks for restoring the faith :clap:!
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-28-2015, 10:50 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,180
Posted By berkbrzfan
Yes, there are no 2016 automatics showing up near...

Yes, there are no 2016 automatics showing up near NYC. There are a couple of 2015 automatics more than 100 miles away in Delaware and Maryland. For manuals, you have more options as there are a bunch...
Forum: New England 09-24-2015, 11:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,068
Posted By berkbrzfan
:) Interesting analogy!

:) Interesting analogy!
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-24-2015, 11:05 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,960
Posted By berkbrzfan
This. You are getting a very good deal. Buy it if...

This. You are getting a very good deal. Buy it if you like the car. If you haggle more on a good deal, there is the possibility of the dealer getting upset which might make things difficult.
Forum: New England 09-23-2015, 09:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,068
Posted By berkbrzfan
Yes. Sometimes I have felt more confident driving...

Yes. Sometimes I have felt more confident driving the BRZ on X-Ice 3s rather than the Altima on all seasons.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-22-2015, 11:19 AM
Replies: 235
Views: 51,871
Posted By berkbrzfan
I am new to driving and have no idea what the...

I am new to driving and have no idea what the fuss is all about with this car. But everybody is praising it, so I am also gonna say, "it's a driver's car" to all.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-10-2015, 10:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,160
Posted By berkbrzfan
All these simultaneous tasks of worrying about...

All these simultaneous tasks of worrying about clutch position, looking at revs while shifting, wondering if you are in the right gear etc. is going to further complicate your manual learning...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-09-2015, 11:23 AM
Replies: 867
Views: 220,789
Posted By berkbrzfan
"I am new to driving manual and rev a lot while...

"I am new to driving manual and rev a lot while releasing the clutch for first gear? Do I need to change my clutch now?"
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-08-2015, 11:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 10,344
Posted By berkbrzfan
I got my BRZ 3 months after I had a baby. Even...

I got my BRZ 3 months after I had a baby. Even though I had another car, I used the BRZ pretty extensively with a rear facing car seat.

I had the Graco Snugride Click Connect as well. We kept the...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 08-21-2015, 11:38 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 45,033
Posted By berkbrzfan
You mean he should be pulling his hair out after...

You mean he should be pulling his hair out after just more than 6 pages of suggestions and options??? Sheesh!!! There are still lots of cars that can be had for $15K and we have a long way to go!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-22-2015, 03:02 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 19,141
Posted By berkbrzfan
It is heartening to see that not only were you...

It is heartening to see that not only were you able to sort out your original concern but also were able to bond better with your dad.

For some strange reason, dads were supposed to be harsh,...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-20-2015, 11:54 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 42,359
Posted By berkbrzfan
I have always felt that I mess up getting in and...

I have always felt that I mess up getting in and out when I am in a hurry. When I have the time and do it consciously (kind of a ZEN way of doing it :D), I do a better job of it. Yet another reminder...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-20-2015, 11:37 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,366
Posted By berkbrzfan
If you do get the option to buy it, that does...

If you do get the option to buy it, that does sound like a decent deal. I paid $25800 for a limited 2014 with a bunch of accessories back in May last year. Since we are looking at getting 2016's...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-16-2015, 10:47 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 18,483
Posted By berkbrzfan
Price is everything. There are enough people...

Price is everything.

There are enough people complaining that a base Mustang offers more power for almost the same cost. There are people who argue that a higher priced and performance version...
Forum: New England 07-12-2015, 01:29 AM
Replies: 1,702
Views: 337,750
Posted By berkbrzfan
Guess it depends on where you are in Western MA...

Guess it depends on where you are in Western MA then :). Here in the Berkshires, I have hardly seen a couple over the last one year.
Forum: New England 07-09-2015, 01:05 PM
Replies: 1,702
Views: 337,750
Posted By berkbrzfan
It depends on where you are in MA. Here in...

It depends on where you are in MA. Here in Western MA, I have only seen one and I am aware of another two. But you can spot more and more as you near Boston.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 06-30-2015, 10:10 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 51,907
Posted By berkbrzfan
Are you sure she is not trolling you?

Are you sure she is not trolling you?
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