Model year 2014 FR-S and BRZ speculation and discussion - Page 4 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Burrcold · 01-03-2013, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by KaliKev

The power went from 239hp to 260hp.

I thought there were issues with this cars engine? I would think Toyota and Subaru would tweak it a bit.

The power increase wasn't seen for 3 model years. And no I would not say there are problems with these engines. There have been issues, but that is fairly common with any new vehicle. Besides, what does problems with an engine have to do with power increases as you suggest?

Supermassive · 01-03-2013, 12:15 AM

New color(s)
Trunk net
Different wheel options

Plus we'll get a true TRD package and and STi package.

Aki · 01-03-2013, 04:21 AM

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Originally Posted by KaliKev

The power went from 239hp to 260hp.

I thought there were issues with this cars engine? I would think Toyota and Subaru would tweak it a bit.

Significant upgrades would be made for a mid-model refresh, after sales start tapering off. Demand is still high so it doesn't make sense to spend money retooling for upgrades. They'll likely address quirks/flaws that weren't caught in the preproduction phase.

Grishbok · 01-03-2013, 06:04 AM

i have it on good authority we can expect to see a new front fascia, new body kit from five:AD previously unseen as standard, Kaaz 7-way LSD, full underbody panels, an interior color change, new rear taillights design, and all weather tires, all standard.

G RUSH · 01-03-2013, 06:41 AM

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Originally Posted by RRnold

I think for '14...I would expect more available options; fogs, pushstart...

So you will get the Australian GTS model in 2014?

tripjammer · 01-03-2013, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by campy

Source on this? Isn't it way too early to be certain?

Well bigger spoilers = more power (think supra and wrx sti), and rolls royces have suicide doors, and everyone likes rolls royces.

2014 models will be out in may-June...get ready!

alan.chalkley · 01-03-2013, 07:35 AM

A flux capacitor boost would make it fast , economical and even more fun to drive.

IntotheOcean · 01-03-2013, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by alan.chalkley

A flux capacitor boost would make it fast , economical and even more fun to drive.

Ah yes. I really see this happening. Also I think the 2015 model won't even need to ride on the roads anymore.

Burrcold · 01-03-2013, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Grishbok

i have it on good authority we can expect to see a new front fascia, new body kit from five:AD previously unseen as standard, Kaaz 7-way LSD, full underbody panels, an interior color change, new rear taillights design, and all weather tires, all standard.

Your good authority will be wrong (unless I'm missing the sarcasm in your post).

Grishbok · 01-03-2013, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Burrcold

Your good authority will be wrong (unless I'm missing the sarcasm in your post).

definitely missing the sarcasm. Im not aware of a 7way differential of any sort without violating some serious physics. The rest was just sarcastic passive-aggressive garbage.

Burrcold · 01-03-2013, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Grishbok

definitely missing the sarcasm. Im not aware of a 7way differential of any sort without violating some serious physics. The rest was just sarcastic passive-aggressive garbage.

Sorry, it's hard to differentiate what some people actually believe in this thread lol.

Re_Invention · 01-03-2013, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Burrcold

Sorry, it's hard to differentiate what some people actually believe in this thread lol.

It's endearing to watch you defend the 2013 model, vehemently insisting that nothing will happen - the denial is palpable

Whether there is a change or not, enjoy your car and don't worry of regret.

Subaru could pull a WRX or Mustang and introduce a new engine, it doesn't matter, you can always upgrade. Is it likely? No. Could it happen? Sure. Let people speculate, it's an open forum! :happy0180:

I'm really curious about the engineering prototype and hope to see that offered as a model for 2014. If the rumors are true

Burrcold · 01-03-2013, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Re_Invention

It's endearing to watch you defend the 2013 model, vehemently insisting that nothing will happen - the denial is palpable

Whether there is a change or not, enjoy your car and don't worry of regret.

Subaru could pull a WRX or Mustang and introduce a new engine, it doesn't matter, you can always upgrade. Is it likely? No. Could it happen? Sure. Let people speculate, it's an open forum! :happy0180:

I'm really curious about the engineering prototype and hope to see that offered as a model for 2014. If the rumors are true

I never said nothing will change. There are always minor changes for every model year. I said I would bet 100% that there will be no major changes to the body (such as a tail light redesign, bumper redesign, etc), engine (power increases), or anything major on the interior.

I've worked in product/part development for Toyota, and other major manufacturers to know how the process works (and why it works).

NO problems at all listening to rumors about the 2014 model, but I also have the right to say my opinion (in an "open forum"). Call me out on these posts when the 2014 model arrives, and I'm wrong. Until then it's speculation (both ways).

campy · 01-03-2013, 12:33 PM

I think realistically, they won't change anything major with the mechanics. Just fix the common "problem" parts (ie light condensation, chirping, trunk issues, etc). Even though it looks to me like they already handled these things. It doesn't seem like anyone who got their FRS after summer 2012 is having these issues.

They better include an actual nav system though. When I heard the bespoke unit was "navigation, but no gps", I just thought "...whaaat". Almost bought it too.

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