What you HATE the most on your FR-S/BRZ/GT86/FT86?

[Mikem53]

Originally Posted by bestwheelbase

This is incorrect. It does not measure heat.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7410

Agreed.. Wouldn't work too well on a sunny day when the AB would normally be off..

[bestwheelbase]

Originally Posted by Mikem53

Agreed.. Wouldn't work too well on a sunny day when the AB would normally be off..

Exactly.

[switchlanez]

There are quirks, but I'm liking them as things that give the car character.

A pic came up on my social feed today and a thought crossed my mind: If I still have my BRZ when it starts to show signs of being ratted, I hope I can show the same dedication as this Integra owner:



Of course, I'd never sit on my hood.

[Mikem53]

Originally Posted by kioton32

I used my hand and pressed down on the passenger seat in a few place, very lightly and the sensor goes off... It's not a weight sensor... It's a heat sensor... That's why it goes off with a phone or a bunch of cold sodas... I had my sister in her booster seat and it said "airbag off" because the booster sat around the sensors...

The thing that bugs me most is the torque dip from 3500-4500 RPMs...

First off booster seats are made for the rear seats.. Not the front.. I have two grand kids and use them as recommended.. The sensor is centered for its reading on the seat.. So ur booster seat was held up by the bolsters which is why u got no reading and why they are meant for the rear seats..

[suaveflooder]

My only complaint, and its been mentioned, is the tail lights. Why couldn't they just be red!? I can even deal with the cheesy antenna, but the tail lights bug me.

[kioton32]

Ur

Originally Posted by Mikem53

First off booster seats are made for the rear seats.. Not the front.. I have two grand kids and use them as recommended.. The sensor is centered for its reading on the seat.. So ur booster seat was held up by the bolsters which is why u got no reading and why they are meant for the rear seats..

The booster wouldnt fit in the rear seat and that's why she was up front... The fact that the sensor wasn't being pressed is what I liked... Made the airbag stay off... And you can't say they are only intended for back seats because there are such things as trucks, and roadsters and other 2 seat sportscars that don't have a back seat. Are you trying to say that kids can't ride in any car unless it has a back seat... If that's what you mean then you don't know what in the hell your talking about.

[Dustin]

My 6 year old sits in the front just fine with his booster seat. He loves riding up front with dad.

I hate the stupid snap straps on the seats for the seat belts.
I hate that it was badged a Scion instead of Toyota.
I don't hate, but wish it came with fog lights.

[Dustin]

Originally Posted by Mikem53

First off booster seats are made for the rear seats.. Not the front.. I have two grand kids and use them as recommended.. The sensor is centered for its reading on the seat.. So ur booster seat was held up by the bolsters which is why u got no reading and why they are meant for the rear seats..

In North Carolina, state law says that front seat installation is allowed if the CRD (child restraint device) is designed for use with airbags.

So it depends on the child seat you buy. That law seems pretty standard for most states from what I've found so far.

[HotLeopardMama]

Originally Posted by Dustin

In North Carolina, state law says that front seat installation is allowed if the CRD (child restraint device) is designed for use with airbags.

So it depends on the child seat you buy. That law seems pretty standard for most states from what I've found so far.

It is legal, in most states--but it is usually an exception to the law and is still generally not considered as safe for children as rear seats.

CDC Child Passenger Safety

California Highway Patrol Child Safety Seat FAQs

State Laws (mostly w/out front seat specifics)


Also--to each their own in deciding what they feel is most safe for their kids. We all have different thresholds for risk. I'm a worrywart, but don't have children yet--I can only assume I'll prolly do rear seats till my kids are like 21 or something. Rawr. >_<

[naikaidriver]

I hate that I'm stuck in my office and can't be out DRIVING it on this beautiful day!

Scott

[Captain_Awesome_Pants]

Things that I really don't like about the FR-S:

• Bespoke Head unit

• The three environmental dials on the retro-90's center console

[TKinWhiteOut]

The only things that I dislike are below. These are so minor because I love driving the car. If these things really bothered me, I wouldn't have bought a FR-S and have gone with a Hyundai Genesis. The fun outweighs any gripes I may have with the car.

1. radio controls on steering wheel
2. no sunroof
3. lock beep that is really quiet

I have no issues with the passenger seat beep going off with just my cell phone. I've had groceries on the seat and no beep. I'm not sure if the beep issue is from the first generation FR-S. I just purchased a 2013 FR-S in march.

I also have no blind spots because I bought a huge mirror. One of those old school Broadway mirrors. Even though I have it, I still look over my shoulder just in case.

The bucket seats are fantastic! I love the fit and feeling snug. I do know my friends (who are bigger) sometimes find them uncomfortable. I also prefer fabric seats over leather because leather cracks later on.

The car is sporty and really fun to drive in manual. I can't imagine this car in automatic. The feel of the car and response is so rewarding when shifting. I love it and recommend it to anyone buying a new car.

[f0rge]

WHY IS THERE NO BUTTON TO OPEN THE TRUNK ON THE TRUNK?!?!?!?

Basically every other car has this "feature". I shouldn't have to hold the stupid key for 3 seconds or remember to push the button inside the car.

[akuhei]

Originally Posted by f0rge

WHY IS THERE NO BUTTON TO OPEN THE TRUNK ON THE TRUNK?!?!?!?

Basically every other car has this "feature". I shouldn't have to hold the stupid key for 3 seconds or remember to push the button inside the car.

Or..use the key slot...or get the keyfob programed to open on press instead of 3 seconds. Check your manual and talk to your dealership to make that happen.