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Ovrtme · 06-13-2012, 08:09 PM

After 3 months of waiting, I'm finally an owner. I've already put 130 miles on it in 2 days. I can't wait to get it broken in, shifting early is getting harder and harder to do - it just sounds so good from 4500 RPM and up!

GBS- looks awesome in direct sunlight, gets really bright. Then dark as the sun sets.
Suspension - much stiffer than I expected. I'm coming from a Nissan Sentra and a Mazda3, both stock, so it's a bit different. Handling is crazy good, I've literally been searching for roads with more curves.
Exhaust-quiet until 4000 RPM, then has a great rasp as the revs climb. I've been downshifting just to hear it more.
Interior- feels tight at first - I'm 6'1 250, but its actually roomy up front. Not used to sitting so low, and less window area, so it exaggerates the effect. Once I got used to the feeling it has been great. Plenty of leg/elbow/headroom.
Seats are FANTASTIC. The bolsters really hold you in. If I was any wider I'd be sitting "on" the seat rather than "in" it though.

Haven't touched the radio or Nav yet. I paired my phone to bluetooth and that's it. I don't even have the presets programmed. Bluetooth sound quality is good and the touchscreen has been responsive the few times I've answered calls.

A few pics attached, don't mind the water. I had to give the hood a quick rinse -apparently a bird didn't like my color choice.

Laika · 06-13-2012, 08:12 PM

Welcome to the GBS mafia! We have the same exact car actually, and don't worry, every new day only becomes more and more fun

dorkymork · 06-13-2012, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Laika

Welcome to the GBS mafia! We have the same exact car actually, and don't worry, every new day only becomes more and more fun

GBS mafia... I like that.

michaelahess · 06-13-2012, 08:20 PM

You guys are making me very sad.

Congrats ovrtme, it's friggin gorgeous!

Ovrtme · 06-13-2012, 08:28 PM

Thanks Guys. "GBS Mafia" that's awesome. I'm glad they are finally starting to arrive, hopefully it won't be much longer for you michaelahess.

Sportsguy83 · 06-13-2012, 08:35 PM

I got mine in Southeast FL (Miami) yesterday too! GBS Limited. What an amazing car for real...

dorkymork · 06-14-2012, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by sportsguy83

I got mine in Southeast FL (Miami) yesterday too! GBS Limited. What an amazing car for real...

Awesome news, all of us GBS guys, NYC BRZ included, picked ours up yesterday.

It was like Christmas morning then, and again this morning when I realized it is still here!

Turbowned · 06-14-2012, 11:51 AM

Dammit, I wanna join the GBS mafia!!!

slizoth · 06-14-2012, 02:14 PM

I've kept my owners manual and navigation manual on my desk and everyday I try to learn something new about how the BRZ operates and actually how to do said operation. Most recently I knew the shift light could be adjusted but not how, now I know how.

Laika · 06-14-2012, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Turbowned

Dammit, I wanna join the GBS mafia!!!

You better not pick up that firestorm frs!!

Amalgamo · 06-14-2012, 02:41 PM

Congratulations, this is the one from O'brien Subaru right?
Sorry but I'm the one that was driving your car when you arrived to the dealer. I'm glad your car is here, mine will be here eventually. Curvy roads around here: Treeline between Colonial and Daniels. Three oaks pkwy towards bonita springs, The forum Blvd, North River Rd in North Fort Myers towards Labelle. Have fun and hopefully I'll see you around.

NYC BRZ · 06-14-2012, 03:59 PM

Congrats! I just picked my GBS Limited up last night. I felt like a rockstar at work today. About 15 people came out to look at it at lunch. They all said the same thing "gorgeous color"

dorkymork · 06-14-2012, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by NYC BRZ

Congrats! I just picked my GBS Limited up last night. I felt like a rockstar at work today. About 15 people came out to look at it at lunch. They all said the same thing "gorgeous color"

Same, the color is unanimously praised. Had a guy break a few traffic laws to stop next to me to take some pics at a light. Was awesome.

Ovrtme · 06-15-2012, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Amalgamo

Congratulations, this is the one from O'brien Subaru right?
Sorry but I'm the one that was driving your car when you arrived to the dealer. I'm glad your car is here, mine will be here eventually. Curvy roads around here: Treeline between Colonial and Daniels. Three oaks pkwy towards bonita springs, The forum Blvd, North River Rd in North Fort Myers towards Labelle. Have fun and hopefully I'll see you around.

Yep, that's me! They told me they had two cars in, but neither was mine. I showed up and my wife said "isn't that the color you picked out?". I checked for the two options(Homelink mirror and wheel locks) and realized it was my pre-order, a week earlier than Phil the salesman said to expect it.
I live close to Treeline /Colonial and The Forum- Treeline was the first place I went!

I'll have to go hunting for North River Rd next, thanks for the suggestion. I hope you pick one up, great to see another fan locally.

Ovrtme · 06-15-2012, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by NYC BRZ

Congrats! I just picked my GBS Limited up last night. I felt like a rockstar at work today. About 15 people came out to look at it at lunch. They all said the same thing "gorgeous color"

Same here, I've been giving "tours" of it all week. I'm really surprised by all the comments about the wheel design. Four different people have pointed out how great they look. I have to admit, they're much better looking in person than photos.

Amalgamo · 06-15-2012, 09:13 AM

When Phil called me, he said there were two: a white one (auto) and a WRB (6 speeds). When I arrived I told him that wasn't the WRB but the GBS and he was surprised. So Phil had no idea that the GBS was your pre ordered. Glad nobody bought it before you showed up (including myself). I live in Botanica Lakes so treeline is my playground, best road around here.
I'll let you know when mine arrives, we can do Autocross at Lehigh or Track days at Seebring if you are interested.

BioRage · 06-15-2012, 10:07 AM

Sigh, if we only had that color in Canada.

We're limited to 4/7 colors here.

Ovrtme · 06-15-2012, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Amalgamo

When Phil called me, he said there were two: a white one (auto) and a WRB (6 speeds). When I arrived I told him that wasn't the WRB but the GBS and he was surprised. So Phil had no idea that the GBS was your pre ordered. Glad nobody bought it before you showed up (including myself). I live in Botanica Lakes so treeline is my playground, best road around here.
I'll let you know when mine arrives, we can do Autocross at Lehigh or Track days at Seebring if you are interested.

Yeah, I was glad I showed up when I did! What color did you order?

Let me know, I'd definitely be up for Autocross or Track Days. I didn't realize anyone was autocrossing so close. I haven't tried either yet, but that was half the reason to get this car.

My wife got me a few laps in a Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Audi R8 last month(at Homestead) - that was a blast. I started looking into HDPEs and track days as soon as I got back in town.

Here's hoping your car gets in soon, that wait was excruciating.

Amalgamo · 06-15-2012, 09:33 PM

I ordered Dark Grey. Here is autox info: http://www.gulfcoastautocrossers.com/ and for HDPE's I use www.chinmotorsports.com July 14th is the next event at homestead. I might take the bimmer down there. Let me know if you are interested on going.

bestwheelbase · 06-17-2012, 05:38 PM

Congrats!

Beautiful color choice.

WRXGuy1 · 06-17-2012, 07:48 PM

Congrats! Sometimes I regret getting the GBS..

Laika · 06-18-2012, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Ovrtme

Thanks Guys. "GBS Mafia" that's awesome.

Feel free to add a note about it in your sig

06-13-2012, 08:09 PM	#1
Ovrtme Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: GBS Premium BRZ Location: Southwest Florida Posts: 18 Thanks: 1 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	My GBS Premium in Florida After 3 months of waiting, I'm finally an owner. I've already put 130 miles on it in 2 days. I can't wait to get it broken in, shifting early is getting harder and harder to do - it just sounds so good from 4500 RPM and up! GBS- looks awesome in direct sunlight, gets really bright. Then dark as the sun sets. Suspension - much stiffer than I expected. I'm coming from a Nissan Sentra and a Mazda3, both stock, so it's a bit different. Handling is crazy good, I've literally been searching for roads with more curves. Exhaust-quiet until 4000 RPM, then has a great rasp as the revs climb. I've been downshifting just to hear it more. Interior- feels tight at first - I'm 6'1 250, but its actually roomy up front. Not used to sitting so low, and less window area, so it exaggerates the effect. Once I got used to the feeling it has been great. Plenty of leg/elbow/headroom. Seats are FANTASTIC. The bolsters really hold you in. If I was any wider I'd be sitting "on" the seat rather than "in" it though. Haven't touched the radio or Nav yet. I paired my phone to bluetooth and that's it. I don't even have the presets programmed. Bluetooth sound quality is good and the touchscreen has been responsive the few times I've answered calls. A few pics attached, don't mind the water. I had to give the hood a quick rinse -apparently a bird didn't like my color choice. Attached Images

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NYC BRZ AutoX Addict Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: 08 Pontiac G8 GT,13 GBS BRZ Limited Location: Queens, NY Posts: 688 Thanks: 163 Thanked 110 Times in 77 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Congrats! I just picked my GBS Limited up last night. I felt like a rockstar at work today. About 15 people came out to look at it at lunch. They all said the same thing "gorgeous color" __________________ 2013 BRZ Limited- GBS - 6MT -VIN #0937 ~~NYR SCCA # 18 RTR~~ "But there’s no mistaking the noise. This car is loud, and not in a particularly nice way. There’s no crisp exhaust note, no induction wheezing. It’s just the sound of petrol exploding in a metal box." - Jeremy Clarkson

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michaelahess Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: '13 GBS BRZ Lim, 2006 Dodge RAM MC Location: Wyoming Posts: 622 Thanks: 66 Thanked 111 Times in 81 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	You guys are making me very sad. Congrats ovrtme, it's friggin gorgeous!

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Ovrtme Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: GBS Premium BRZ Location: Southwest Florida Posts: 18 Thanks: 1 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Thanks Guys. "GBS Mafia" that's awesome. I'm glad they are finally starting to arrive, hopefully it won't be much longer for you michaelahess.

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slizoth Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Drives: 2013 WRB Subaru BRZ Location: Oregon Posts: 328 Thanks: 70 Thanked 44 Times in 25 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I've kept my owners manual and navigation manual on my desk and everyday I try to learn something new about how the BRZ operates and actually how to do said operation. Most recently I knew the shift light could be adjusted but not how, now I know how.

06-14-2012, 02:41 PM	#11
Amalgamo Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: 2011 M3/ SWP BRZ Limited Location: SW Florida Posts: 55 Thanks: 9 Thanked 32 Times in 24 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Congratulations, this is the one from O'brien Subaru right? Sorry but I'm the one that was driving your car when you arrived to the dealer. I'm glad your car is here, mine will be here eventually. Curvy roads around here: Treeline between Colonial and Daniels. Three oaks pkwy towards bonita springs, The forum Blvd, North River Rd in North Fort Myers towards Labelle. Have fun and hopefully I'll see you around.

06-15-2012, 09:13 AM	#16
Amalgamo Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: 2011 M3/ SWP BRZ Limited Location: SW Florida Posts: 55 Thanks: 9 Thanked 32 Times in 24 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	When Phil called me, he said there were two: a white one (auto) and a WRB (6 speeds). When I arrived I told him that wasn't the WRB but the GBS and he was surprised. So Phil had no idea that the GBS was your pre ordered. Glad nobody bought it before you showed up (including myself). I live in Botanica Lakes so treeline is my playground, best road around here. I'll let you know when mine arrives, we can do Autocross at Lehigh or Track days at Seebring if you are interested.

06-15-2012, 10:07 AM	#17
BioRage Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: ~_~ Location: Toronto Posts: 833 Thanks: 26 Thanked 177 Times in 108 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Sigh, if we only had that color in Canada. We're limited to 4/7 colors here.

06-15-2012, 09:33 PM	#19
Amalgamo Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: 2011 M3/ SWP BRZ Limited Location: SW Florida Posts: 55 Thanks: 9 Thanked 32 Times in 24 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I ordered Dark Grey. Here is autox info: http://www.gulfcoastautocrossers.com/ and for HDPE's I use www.chinmotorsports.com July 14th is the next event at homestead. I might take the bimmer down there. Let me know if you are interested on going.

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