Toyota 86 / Scion FR-S Convertible Roadster confirmed (with photos from Long Beach) - Page 3 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

madfast · 03-01-2012, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by ahausheer

Miata?

they sold less than 6000 in the US in 2011. thats ok, but not stellar. for comparison the CR-Z had a little over 11,000 annual US sales for 2011. sure the CR-Z is new and the miata is getting old, but still convertibles and 2 seat cars are not going to sell extremely well.

but being that toyota doesnt have any convertible of note, making the FR-S into a convertible just may work. i personally want to see the hybrid come to market, but thats just me. make a poor man's version of the tesla and there will be buzz. Prius S anyone?

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Originally Posted by S2kphile

Porsche Boxster too?

less than 2000 sold in the US in 2011...

Luvzgod · 03-01-2012, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by subatoy

convertibles are retarded.

the S2000.

miata · 03-01-2012, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Dillano609

I thought they weren't going to make a convertible for this car to maintain the structural rigidity of the car?

They lied.

No way it will be lighter than Miata. Coupe is lighter than convertible always and coupe is already heavier than Miata.
It will be a porky two seater with not enough power.

Jayvelliott · 03-01-2012, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Infernal

HAHAHAHHA LMAO!!!!

TRD_07 · 03-01-2012, 11:33 AM

Looks sharp but not my cup of tea. Nice find!

S2kphile · 03-01-2012, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by madfast

they sold less than 6000 in the US in 2011. thats ok, but not stellar. for comparison the CR-Z had a little over 11,000 annual US sales for 2011. sure the CR-Z is new and the miata is getting old, but still convertibles and 2 seat cars are not going to sell extremely well.

but being that toyota doesnt have any convertible of note, making the FR-S into a convertible just may work. i personally want to see the hybrid come to market, but thats just me. make a poor man's version of the tesla and there will be buzz. Prius S anyone?

Remember this is a niche vehicle in a niche part of a segment and as long as it reaches targeted sales the company will continue to produce this kind of vehicle. And if adding a trim like convertible will appeal to a larger demographic. I'm all for it.

Make a vehicle that will appeal to the targeted demographic and add in more trims/options to appeal to a larger market. Porsche IMO has one of better business models when it comes to their vehicle lineup.

merlin2111 · 03-01-2012, 11:38 AM

Wow I was wondering if this was going to happen. God only knows how long we will have to wait for more information on this. I love having a convertible and will miss it a ton when I move on but now maybe I won't have to.

merlin2111 · 03-01-2012, 11:40 AM

In a little kid voice.... BUT TADA SAID!!!

madfast · 03-01-2012, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by S2kphile

Remember this is a niche vehicle in a niche part of a segment and as long as it reaches targeted sales the company will continue to produce this kind of vehicle. And if adding a trim like convertible will appeal to a larger demographic. I'm all for it.

Make a vehicle that will appeal to the targeted demographic and add in more trims/options to appeal to a larger market. Porsche IMO has one of better business models when it comes to their vehicle lineup.

its a scion. one car, one trim.

as for porsche, they sell great cars, but above all else, they sell their brand.

iLuveKetchup · 03-01-2012, 11:51 AM

The coupe is already (relatively) heavy. It's going to weigh more if it's a convertible. Convertibles derived from a coupe is never a good idea.

Marrk · 03-01-2012, 11:51 AM

The convertible looks good (in that picture). Not sure I would trade weight/rigidity for it, but looks good.

I'm waiting for the announcement about a lightweight "superleggera" edition of the FR-S.

MoarGeesPlease · 03-01-2012, 11:51 AM

Not gonna lie, (all points considered) this is affecting my buying decision...I really want that convertible...

rock_box · 03-01-2012, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by ichitaka05

Targa Pic

So want. I was thinking this from day 1

Grateful Dave · 03-01-2012, 11:56 AM

It looks Awesome!!! But I'm still in the market for a coupe that has some secondary seating and an area for stuff. This is going to be my daily driver.

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