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Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 09-11-2012, 05:07 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 47,764
Posted By preetham
There is shopping for a car out of curiosity and...

There is shopping for a car out of curiosity and shopping with the intent to purchase.

Most of your negatives of the Porsche seem like a bit of an exaggeration and sounds more like denial. And i...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 09-11-2012, 03:10 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 47,764
Posted By preetham
A bit fuzzy with the facts there... ;). Not sure...

A bit fuzzy with the facts there... ;). Not sure what version of the Cayman weighs 3605lbs. Are you including 2 overweight drivers. Then probably a 0-60 of 5.8 makes sense.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-05-2012, 12:26 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 16,484
Posted By preetham
I think the new 981 still does not match the...

I think the new 981 still does not match the Spyder:
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-27-2012, 11:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 19,094
Posted By preetham
i like the look, just not fit for a 4cyl.

i like the look, just not fit for a 4cyl.
Forum: Southwest 07-12-2012, 11:42 PM
Replies: 4,055
Views: 674,306
Posted By preetham
As Zaggeron pointed out, its the first sunday of...

As Zaggeron pointed out, its the first sunday of each month.

The location of the meet is at : _http://austin.carsandcoffee.info/directions.php

Maybe will see some of you folks there on Aug...
Forum: Southwest 07-12-2012, 12:38 PM
Replies: 4,055
Views: 674,306
Posted By preetham
Anyone plan to do Cars and Coffee at Leander next...

Anyone plan to do Cars and Coffee at Leander next month? Will be a good place to check out the cars and mods.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-11-2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 16,703
Posted By preetham
If weight reduction is a priority apart from CF...

If weight reduction is a priority apart from CF hood, some of the big ones could be:
1. Lighter Exhaust ( i saved 25lbs on one of my "already light" cars)
2. Light weight lion battery.
3. Lighter...
Forum: Southwest 06-27-2012, 07:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,874
Posted By preetham
Another option to consider in Aug at College...

Another option to consider in Aug at College Station.
http://clubregistration.net/driver/event_sign_up.cfm?event_id=4248

Costs 295$ for two days including 1x1 instruction.Many miatas too...
Forum: Southwest 06-12-2012, 12:23 PM
Replies: 4,055
Views: 674,306
Posted By preetham
Yes, i was looking at the Red at Champion last...

Yes, i was looking at the Red at Champion last evening. Good luck. Whitout is my fav colour.
Forum: Southwest 06-12-2012, 11:09 AM
Replies: 4,055
Views: 674,306
Posted By preetham
Just checked out the car and decided not to...

Just checked out the car and decided not to buy..atleast for now. My first choice was a whiteout and Red was second (never seen a red in person before). The dealer got a Red and i was not as...
Forum: Southwest 06-11-2012, 11:57 AM
Replies: 4,055
Views: 674,306
Posted By preetham
When i had not gotten the specs from friday about...

When i had not gotten the specs from friday about the car that was supposed to arrive on the 14th i called the dealer. This happend an hour or so ago and they said the car is already in the lot....
Forum: Southwest 06-08-2012, 05:10 PM
Replies: 4,055
Views: 674,306
Posted By preetham
yes!!!..finally got the call today. they said the...

yes!!!..finally got the call today. they said the 14th. i am waiting for the email for detailed specs. all i know is the color: firestone . goiing tp be an excitimg week. my buddy who is #3 also got...
Forum: Southwest 06-08-2012, 02:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,605
Posted By preetham
TWS PDS organizes the event:...

TWS PDS organizes the event: http://www.texasworldspeedway.com/performance-driving/driving-school.html

To find their Schedule and registration goto: http://www.clubregistration.net/

Once you...
Forum: Southwest 06-07-2012, 12:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,605
Posted By preetham
TWS DE trackdays

Anybody planning trackdays at Texas World Speedway at College Station. I have been taking my Spyder there for about 6mo now and it is a great place to learn and practice. TWS has a Performance...
Forum: Southwest 06-07-2012, 12:32 PM
Replies: 4,055
Views: 674,306
Posted By preetham
Congrats..Asphalt looks nice. Glad to know you...

Congrats..Asphalt looks nice. Glad to know you had a great purchase experience. Did they have any TRD parts available?

Strange that myself and a friend are #2 and #3 at Champoin Toyota\Scion and...
Forum: Southwest 05-14-2012, 10:02 AM
Replies: 4,055
Views: 674,306
Posted By preetham
if i recall accurately, there was a first86...

if i recall accurately, there was a first86 winner at the Round Rock Scion too. Anybody hear about that?
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 04-26-2012, 11:27 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 45,485
Posted By preetham
For your use case, i'd go with the used G37.

For your use case, i'd go with the used G37.
Forum: Southwest 04-24-2012, 11:05 AM
Replies: 4,055
Views: 674,306
Posted By preetham
Hey Rabble..Yes, i did talk to champion scion...

Hey Rabble..Yes, i did talk to champion scion toyota\scion. If i remember correctly they share the same building\sales.
When i spoke to them, there was one person on the list. Myself and my buddy...
Forum: Southwest 04-20-2012, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4,055
Views: 674,306
Posted By preetham
Exact combo i am looking for. I saw the whitout...

Exact combo i am looking for. I saw the whitout at NY Auto show and it is awesome. Raven will be option 2 and Asphalt is #3. I am #2 at champoin scion so hopefully one of these will arrive in the...
Forum: Southwest 04-20-2012, 02:51 PM
Replies: 4,055
Views: 674,306
Posted By preetham
Congrats luxmn, what color is your car? Is...

Congrats luxmn, what color is your car?
Is anybody planning to track this thing, perhaps @ TWS or H2R.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 04-19-2012, 03:57 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 47,764
Posted By preetham
I have a 2011 Boxster Spyder and am considering...

I have a 2011 Boxster Spyder and am considering getting the FR_S for track duty. I test drove the Cayman S and they are great cars.
I personally would not get the base Cayman as it feels...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-09-2012, 10:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,711
Posted By preetham
I was there and sat in the FR-S. The interior was...

I was there and sat in the FR-S. The interior was lower than my already low expectations. But i dont care, this is going to be an occasional DD\frequent track car. The seating position is great....
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-05-2012, 11:30 AM
Replies: 513
Views: 98,684
Posted By preetham
Typically destination is never included. I am...

Typically destination is never included.
I am surprised the base model comes with Nav, are most BRZ owners expecting Nav and similar Tech or more inclined towards track\minimalist versions?
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 04-04-2012, 11:39 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 28,049
Posted By preetham
Nice..but not for me. :thanks: Dont want to be...

Nice..but not for me. :thanks:
Dont want to be reminded every day of what i cannot have!!!
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-02-2012, 12:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,918
Posted By preetham
This is great news. Cant be too long to get to...

This is great news. Cant be too long to get to Cali from Japan and clear customs. Assuming the dates should look similar for the FR-S too!!! End of May here to TX is looking quite possible.
Forum: Engine Swaps 04-02-2012, 10:52 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 77,560
Posted By preetham
Looks like the IS-F engine is already in place:...

Looks like the IS-F engine is already in place: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUPCwolLrsY

It would be interesteing to see how the Porsche flat 6 would fit or the upcomming flat 4.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-02-2012, 10:40 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 13,119
Posted By preetham
Nice pics :coolpics: Did you pick up some...

Nice pics :coolpics:

Did you pick up some toyota and ft-86 badging while you were there...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-29-2012, 12:15 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 15,218
Posted By preetham
But again, eurpoeans charge for metallic\premium...

But again, eurpoeans charge for metallic\premium paint options. Whiteout is not metallic\premium. Not atelast from the pictures. Does the finish of Whiteout differ from the rest of the paint options?
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-29-2012, 12:00 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 15,218
Posted By preetham
I dont see a metallic\Perl option on the website....

I dont see a metallic\Perl option on the website. Personally i love the Starfire Pearl on the Lexus. I however do not see that as an option in the curent lineup for the FR-S available in the US. And...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-29-2012, 11:07 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 15,218
Posted By preetham
I think too many people have time to post...

I think too many people have time to post un-necessary and irrelevant replies. Guess too much time on hand and not much to do. :popcorn:
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