Is this a good idea?..
 

Hello,
So, I have a '13 FRS that I owe 7k on. It's in good running condition, near 36k miles.
I have decided I really want an edelbrock super charger.


traditional school of thought:
Pay off the car, save up, buy the super charger, install it, deal with any issues if they happen.


my.. idea..
I could go talk to the dealer about their new FRS stock, they are currently trying to dump the scions as they are closing the brand. I may be able to get a nice deal, and then tell them I want them to install the edelbrock as part of my new car purchase.
advantages: new car service plan, edelbrock powertrain warranty on new car. I may actually be able to lower my monthly payments
disadvantages: I will have 5 more years of payments. numbers are not in my favor.


so, risk assessment, If I want a supercharger, is buying a new FRS and trading my current FRS a good idea?

Well, your plan has a flaw in it ....... good luck with finding a dealer that will go for it.

If your dead set on supercharging a FR-S, I suggest you supercharge the one you have......;)


humfrz

So you want the dealer to install the SC thinking you get to keep the powertrain warranty? Good luck with that.

Even if that was the case I would not trust a dealer to change my oil let alone install forced induction. Keep your car. Find a tuner shop. Get the edlebrock. Enjoy

So far my dealer has been super chill with everything I have ever thrown them, which has been more than I expected, but yes I have had this thought too that they may just outright say nope.
but honestly they have been great to work with for me.
Sandy Springs Toyota in atl incase anyone was curious.

It would not be the Toyota one, edelbrock offers their own warranty on SC installed on new cars

Even if you managed to blow up the current car with the supercharger, it would still probably cost less to fix than what you will pay in interest alone on those 5 years of new car payments. Add all the other factors of trading up (loss of value of current car, taxes, increased insurance, etc) and it becomes even less of a good financial decision.

We don't really buy these cars as a good financial decision though, so if you really value having a newer car go for it. I wouldn't do it from the reliability/warranty standpoint.

ah. interesting. only on a new car? Either way I still say find a tuner shop IMO for the install no matter what you decide

In effect, it read as up to 36k mi from mile 0, and had verbiage about certifications required to install, or installed by dealer.

lol

Forged Performance is known for built motors and turbos but came up as an Edlebrock dealer. I would consider them but only you have dealt with your dealership. I would see if the dealer has ever done any work like that before at least

Horrendous idea. This thing blows up, you have payments on a new car, no warranty, and 17K in repair charges.

No. Thank. You.

I'm curious how this turns out. Good luck.

if you wanna sc dont get the new one. geesh

Interesting. Something tells me though that if you meet all these requirements you are going to pay a shit load of labour!

-FORCE SUPERCHARGER WARRANTY INFORMATION
We're so confident in the engineering, manufacturing, quality and proven performance of our E-Force Supercharger Systems that we're backing them up with an unprecedented new warranty.
Our new Limited Powertrain Warranty will pay up to $16,500 to cover the cost of parts and repairs for engine, transmission and rear axle components if a warranted vehicle suffers a mechanical failure. Now you can outfit your ride with an E-Force Supercharger and have the peace of mind that you'll be covered!

Coverage Benefits: •Terms are 3 years (36 months) or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first Time is measured from the vehicles original in-service date and the mileage is measured from zero (0) on the odometer
•Applies to Stage 1 systems and Stage 2 Corvette systems supplied with a tuner and utilizing the Edelbrock calibration
•E-Force system must be installed/repaired by:
- New car dealer
- Edelbrock certified installer
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified Technician at licensed automotive repair facility
•Valid in the U.S. and Canada
•Rental vehicle reimbursement for up to three (3) days or $105
•Warranty coverage provided and managed by Edelbrock, LLC
•$1,000 value at no additional cost to you