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Toyota FT-86G Sport Arrives for Australian International Motor Show

The Toyota FT-86 G Sport has arrived in Australia for the Australian International Motor Show starting October 15!

http://www.caradvice.com.au/86382/to...ncept-arrives/

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My internet was so slow while the picture was loading, and my pants got wet twice during that time.

It looks tiny in the 2nd pic

Nice.... that is all. It does look small

Why does it look like it's only three feet tall?

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Originally Posted by kiya (Post 20401)

Why does it look like it's only three feet tall?

It's really a fairy small/low car in person. I think most of you will be surprised how small it is (pleasantly so, hopefully) :thumbup:

Ever see AE86? It's about the same size...

nice, my post made front page..ROFL

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Originally Posted by WingsofWar (Post 20408)

nice, my post made front page..ROFL

:thumbup::clap:

I'm getting this car.

It is small - yeah! That's why all along I've said the Genesis is no way a comparison.

Having seen this very car in the metal last month, I can tell you it is pretty damn small! (this is a good thing :) )

Its wider than I thought it would be though... As wide as a 370Z!

It does look very, very good. Photos don't do it justice. It has a real 'presence' about it.

YES! It's tiny. Every new photo shows i like it more and more...

I NEED IT :>

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Originally Posted by yera (Post 20418)

I NEED IT :>

I believe this sums up everything I feel about this car.

+1
i like to compare it best to the TT in size

Either this man is a giant, or I could walk up to the car and slap my junk on the roof without standing on my toes.

That thing is tiny!!!!!!!!!! I love it!

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http://www.ft86club.com/forums/attac...1&d=1255296097

Remember this ^ it's starting to make sense :)

^ yes i can't wait till Friday I'm goin there opening day gonna see it up clos and personal!

Also the rear wing didn't look as big as in the press shots it's kind of passable, but I'm witholding judgement till i see it in person

I hope they bring G-sports to America. If not, regular FT-86 will do. Still, the big question is, if Subie's still making their version...

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Originally Posted by Calais (Post 20447)

DUDE! can you take pics and post them up on this forum?!!

I'm pretty sure the car is gonna be slightly bigger then the concept... but small is good!

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Originally Posted by Calais (Post 20447)

Try for some under body shots. If they get mad and throw you out, atleast you would be taking one for the team.

^ I vote this!:thumbup:

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Originally Posted by Calais (Post 20447)

If the team want you to go in there and take picture of under-body and under the hood of FT-86, I say go for it. Don't hesitate.

lol. +1. You'd be an instant legend.

i will guys but i need someones email address for me to give the pics to because i dont know how to post em up here, unless someone can teach me

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Originally Posted by Calais (Post 20484)

i will guys but i need someones email address for me to give the pics to because i dont know how to post em up here, unless someone can teach me

I will post the instruction in off-topic lounge folder.

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Originally Posted by kiya (Post 20401)

Why does it look like it's only three feet tall?

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Originally Posted by Hachiroku (Post 20402)

It's really a fairy small/low car in person. I think most of you will be surprised how small it is (pleasantly so, hopefully) :thumbup:

I say it looks similar to the Nissan Silvia in size. A bit shorter and probably wider.

And looky here.
Nissan 240sx is 50.8in tall by 66.5 inches wide.
FT-86 is 48 inches tall by 69 inches wide.
woot

That's 4 feet people, that's one big dude.

I just found this!!
http://www.themotorreport.com.au/486...kyo-auto-salon

We have a date for AUS release!!! 2012!!!! YAY!!!! Can't wait!!!

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Toyota's FT-86 G Sports Concept has arrived in Australia this week ahead of its Australian International Motor Show debut on Friday.
Based on the FT-86 concept unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show late last year, this modified, turbo-charged show-piece was developed to help promote Toyota's new G Sports styling kits, exclusive to the Japanese market.
Toyota Australia has also confirmed the production version of the FT-86 is tentatively scheduled for a local debut in 2012 - although this will undoubtedly hinge on the car's international launch.
At the launch of the original FT-86 concept in Tokyo, Toyota President Akio Toyoda said the company needed to reconnect with younger buyers by producing fun-to-drive models.

"It is often said that young people today have drifted away from cars, but I feel it may not be the customers who have drifted from cars but us, the manufacturers," Mr Toyoda said.
"I believe it is the mission of auto makers to provide the fundamental excitement of automobiles to customers, regardless of the era," he said.

Externally, the FT-86 G Sports concept features a wide-body kit to accommodate a wider track, along with a lower, more open front bumper and intake arrangement.
A vented, unpainted carbon-fibre bonnet instantly connects the G Sports concept with its popular AE86 predecessor. Huge 19-inch wheels prop up each corner.
The aggressive, race-look body kit aside, the major addition to this FT-86 is a turbo-charger to the 2.0 litre Subaru-sourced boxer engine.
Unfortunately, Toyota and racing partner Gazoo have not offered any specific technical details for the FT-86 G Sports concept, so performance and engine output remains unknown.