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Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 04-21-2019, 11:01 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 13,950
Posted By mrybczyn
:thumbsup: This man hitches. The only...

:thumbsup:


This man hitches. The only way to bikerack.

Also Saris is all american, and lightweight. Can't go wrong with that.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 09-28-2018, 09:50 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 40,176
Posted By mrybczyn
Nice hill climb, great idea!

Nice hill climb, great idea!
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 08-19-2018, 06:06 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 30,025
Posted By mrybczyn
I've driven, but not owned both, and keep surfing...

I've driven, but not owned both, and keep surfing the ft86 forum...


The gti is a grocery getter with enough engine to overwhelm the chassis.


The twins are a sweet balanced sports car. No...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 06-30-2018, 03:54 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 30,025
Posted By mrybczyn
Just test drove a friend's brand new 2018 gti. ...

Just test drove a friend's brand new 2018 gti. Not too impressed. The engine has tons of lag, and is super nonlinear.


It handles like a greased pig.


Toyobaru by a long shot, for me.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 11-24-2017, 02:52 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 46,386
Posted By mrybczyn
I'm not describing the common thing - i'm...

I'm not describing the common thing - i'm suggesting the smart thing.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 11-22-2017, 11:14 AM
Replies: 244
Views: 46,386
Posted By mrybczyn
So many things wrong financially here. 0. ...

So many things wrong financially here.

0. Only spend 3-6 months of your post-tax income on a car. If you make $50K/year, spend $10K on a car.

1. Buy with cash or bring your own third party...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-03-2015, 10:25 PM
Replies: 251
Views: 69,674
Posted By mrybczyn
Here's a dyno of a ferrari lampredi 3l v12 from...

Here's a dyno of a ferrari lampredi 3l v12 from the golden age of sports cars:



Notice any similarities?...
Forum: Canada Classifieds 05-04-2014, 09:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,008
Posted By mrybczyn
Seen your car around, live just down the street. ...

Seen your car around, live just down the street.
Not buying for a few months yet, though... Good luck with the move.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-09-2013, 01:55 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,621
Posted By mrybczyn
Hahaha, some of these picks are hilarious. 8...

Hahaha, some of these picks are hilarious.

8 billion people must have answered their survey... All of them "social marketing" experts for hire.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-18-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 30,733
Posted By mrybczyn
i would never pay more for a car than 6 months of...

i would never pay more for a car than 6 months of net pay. so 12k for you.
keep the acura. scratch the sports car itch with a nice used miata or something in the 5k range. leave the new cars for...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 06-22-2012, 03:06 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 57,438
Posted By mrybczyn
Get a used 1990's Miata. You'll save tons of...

Get a used 1990's Miata. You'll save tons of cash on purchase price and insurance (Miata's are cheaper than civics to insure), and you'll still have a sporty car...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-20-2012, 09:36 PM
Replies: 357
Views: 59,421
Posted By mrybczyn
Thinking of refreshing the 1999 Miata a bit, and...

Thinking of refreshing the 1999 Miata a bit, and driving it a few more years...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-10-2012, 04:34 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 26,205
Posted By mrybczyn
the 370 is a touch lighter than the 350, maybe...

the 370 is a touch lighter than the 350, maybe nissan will see the light, and release a 2700lbs 240z next...

the cafe trend combined with hybridization may give us rwd rear engine configuration...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 03-02-2012, 12:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,980
Posted By mrybczyn
FRS vs Hyundai Ioniq

whoa, take a look at this badboy: http://green.autoblog.com/2012/03/01/first-image-of-hyundai-i-oniq-concept-leaks-out/...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-29-2012, 12:49 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 48,344
Posted By mrybczyn
Sports cars are not about power. 50hp would be...

Sports cars are not about power. 50hp would be fine in something very lightweight, around 1000lbs.

Many of the original sports cars had 50hp or less.

In an age when every grocery getter and...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 02-27-2012, 08:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,435
Posted By mrybczyn
Nice pic Zdan. It is making me reconsider a...

Nice pic Zdan. It is making me reconsider a black FR-S after all... I figure they're a pain to wash all the time, but look damn good with a tux and a gal wearing a little black number...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 02-25-2012, 09:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,435
Posted By mrybczyn
FRS vs Ferrari 250 GT Lusso

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferrari_250
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/65/Lusso.JPG/220px-Lusso.JPG

Similar dimensions, weight, layout, and power to the FRS.
Was probably...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-18-2012, 02:39 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 32,060
Posted By mrybczyn
Tupperware: ornamental plastic tacked on to an...

Tupperware: ornamental plastic tacked on to an otherwise fine automobile, in an attempt to increase perceived value. See also "Body Kit", "Garnish", "Trim".
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-18-2012, 02:20 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 32,060
Posted By mrybczyn
I debadged my Miata, just left the tiny little...

I debadged my Miata, just left the tiny little holes unfilled. They are basically invisible, primed and painted, and the water just drains out the other side of the panel, so it hasn't been a...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-29-2011, 08:01 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 14,423
Posted By mrybczyn
Canadian base model: $28686

Canadian base model: $28686
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-17-2011, 09:47 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 59,543
Posted By mrybczyn
Debadge. Remove bling and tupperware. Add...

Debadge.
Remove bling and tupperware.
Add lightness.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-11-2011, 02:25 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 28,083
Posted By mrybczyn
I will use my ft86 for hauling 2x4's and...

I will use my ft86 for hauling 2x4's and firewood. With great balance and precision, and a low center of gravity.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-03-2011, 08:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,532
Posted By mrybczyn
My local Scion dealer said he expects the FR-S to...

My local Scion dealer said he expects the FR-S to be $27,000 - $29,000. In which case I'd seriously consider purchasing it in the US and importing via RIV.
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