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SON1C v3 -> 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue Build

Hi ft86 this is my first post here on this forum. I purchased my 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue from Fitzgerald Subaru in Gaithersburg Maryland a few days ago.

But first. . Where did I come from?
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7306/...1035c784_o.jpg by Son1cWax, on Flickr

To sum my car career up I bought a 2001 V6 Mustang when I was 16 and then upgraded into a 2003 Sonic Blue Mustang GT as a 19th birthday present to myself, and then as I closed in on 22 I finally reached the top of my hierarchy dreams and bought a 2003 Sonic Blue Cobra "Termi" mustang.
Unfortunately my long time dream car redacted. redacted 700 miles.

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8621/...f9bc843e_h.jpg 2003 Sonic Blue Mustang Cobra by Son1cWax, on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8633/...a45945e5_h.jpg 2003 Sonic Blue Mustang Cobra by Son1cWax, on Flickr

As far as my Mustang GT I loved it for what it was, but to advance my build it'd be so much money to be just another s/c 2v. So many aspects of the car just left me wanting more.

2012 - Early 2014
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7307/...0c9250c6_h.jpg 1/2014 Dirty SON1C by Son1cWax, on Flickr
2014 - 2015
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7565/...7e9d0d44_o.jpg by Son1cWax, on Flickr

Que scene transition and now it's only two days ago. .
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7413/...c4b13a70_b.jpg 2003 Sonic Blue Mustang GT trade-in by Son1cWax, on Flickr

After researching all of the cars in my budget range and deciphering what I think I'd like best the BRZ came to the top of the relatively short list. I drove the BRZ and FRS as well as the 4 cylinder mustang v6 & v8 along with looking over the hyundai genesis. The BRZ just really grabbed my interest I think it's beautiful and the World Rally Blue color is phenomenal. In my BRZ research I came across the Series Blue and to be honest I was all for it, the blue interior with blue accent I think flows so beautifully but these cars released in Julyish? 2014 now it's February 2015. . Surely I couldn't find one with some expansive research I found a white one only 5 miles from me in Fairfax, Va which I went to check out the interior to make sure it was worth all of this effort . . sure enough I felt that it was along with the exterior upgrades (mainly the chin spoiler I enjoy). I located two Series Blue in Maryland. I went to the dealership and was sad to see already 50 test drive miles, find out the car has been on the Dealers lot for 203 days! I also briefly checked out the only other Series Blue I could find in the area which was in another maryland dealer 10 miles from the first one. However this one had been hit in their lot! I asked the salesman about it who completely ignored the eye destructing scratches down to the bare panel on the rear damage at least 12 in x 12 in and he said the price is non-negotiable lol -- needless to say I went home and mulled over the Series Blue at the other dealership. .

Several days later I decided to go there and throw my deal on the table, they refused but said we could work on the price a bit since it does have a few scratches (relatively minor and keep in mind this is the 1st Series Blue not the second with severe damage) then I illustrated that I would need $6,000 trade-in on my 2003 Mustang GT Premium 83k miles which I believed to be reasonable. After they appraised my car they bumped it to 6k trade-in value no hassle and right then. . I was basically sold.

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8605/...b71b6c00_o.jpg by Son1cWax, on Flickr

Fast Forward 5 hours from as I walked into the dealership and 5 hours later walking out to what is now my car.

Arrive

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8574/...a6564664_h.jpg BRZ 2015 Day 0 by Son1cWax, on Flickr

Depart

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7435/...50e024ec_h.jpg 2015 BRZ Day 1 by Son1cWax, on Flickr

So as I write this on my third day of ownership I love this car, in my opinion its absolutely perfect aside from being underpowered. However I will add a supercharger or turbo over the next few years and then it will truly be a flawless car.

It's a blast to drive, and really feels like the complete package inside and out. Sure I came from 2-3x the power, but this car just puts a smile on my face. I aspire to compete more in autocross and drifting so this car really is the perfect match.

I was able to sneak out and shoot some pictures of the car the car yesterday.

Paradise Springs Winery

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7347/...25355624_h.jpg 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue by Son1cWax, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7353/...96dbed7c_h.jpg 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue by Son1cWax, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7289/...f5798d48_h.jpg 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue by Son1cWax, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7378/...94891228_h.jpg 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue by Son1cWax, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7285/...866083d9_h.jpg 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue by Son1cWax, on Flickr

--> Bunny Man Bridge

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7290/...351027a1_h.jpg 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue by Son1cWax, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7349/...40f6de77_h.jpg 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue by Son1cWax, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7369/...2aa213c2_h.jpg 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue by Son1cWax, on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8566/...1716ed76_h.jpg 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue by Son1cWax, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7456/...2d3488a8_h.jpg 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue by Son1cWax, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7399/...87c972e0_h.jpg 2015 Subaru BRZ Series Blue by Son1cWax, on Flickr

Also tackled Skyline Drive today with the BRZ (Third day with the car)

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7290/...8faa4033_b.jpg SON1C conquers Skyline Drive Day 3 by Son1cWax, on Flickr

Pics are awesome dude! Love all the cars. Keep up the great work and hopefully ill see you at Pub Dog!

-Carlos

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Originally Posted by Carlos_M (Post 2132240)

Pics are awesome dude! Love all the cars. Keep up the great work and hopefully ill see you at Pub Dog!

-Carlos

Thanks! Definitely will :D and where / what is Pub Dog?

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Originally Posted by R N M (Post 2131874)

Congrats!

thank you!

Started my mileage log, original fill, dealer filled take when I bought it, and I logged the milage from that. Went ahead and filled with 93 at my local gas station and will continue to log mileage

http://ecomodder.com/forum/fe-graphs/graph8928.gif

For comparison here's my fuel log for my 2003 Mustang GT

http://ecomodder.com/forum/fe-graphs/graph6419.gif
Lifetime Fuel Economy: 17.5 mpg (US), 13.5 L/100 km, 21 mpg (Imp)
90-day Fuel Economy: 16.8 mpg (US), 14 L/100 km, 20.2 mpg (Imp)
3-tank Fuel Economy: 16.4 mpg (US), 14.3 L/100 km, 19.7 mpg (Imp)
EPA Combined Rating / % over rating: 19 mpg (US) / -11.7% (based on 90-day fuel economy)
Total fills: 72
Average cost per gal/L: $3.26 per gal (US); $0.00 per L (price data entered for 72 fill/s)
Average cost per fill: $37.01
Average distance cost: $0.19 per mi. / $0.12 per km
Total fuel used: 816.68 gal (US), 3091.5 L
Total distance traveled: 14267.7 mi. / 22961.6 km
Total cost: $2,664.60
Total fuel saved vs. EPA: -65.7 gal. (US) / -248.7 L
Total saved: $-214.18 (based on avg. cost per gal./L)
Average tank distance: 198.2 mi. / 318.9 km

I ordered the perrins performance tow hook mount front license plate, seemed a clever way to mount a front plate without drilling / adhering things to the front bumper
http://perrinperformance.com/i-13324...-fr-s-brz.html
http://perrinperformance.com/images/M74511461

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Originally Posted by SON1C (Post 2145986)

Thanks! Definitely will :D and where / what is Pub Dog?

It is in Columbia Maryland. quite a few people from Virginia go as well. I believe if you look in the Mid-Atlantic Regional forum it has a better description. Also, if you have Facebook, search for Mid-Atlantic 86 Club. This is probably where we are most active. Anyways keep up the good work and if you need more details shoot me a pm!

-Carlos

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Originally Posted by Choco (Post 2150673)

Beautiful photos!

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Originally Posted by Carlos_M (Post 2146444)

Great rec on that fb group, glad to be a apart of it and thank you.

Thanks Choco!

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEAu8U_-UUY"]Tow Hook License Plate Installation How To Tutorial - Perrin Performance Review - YouTube[/ame]

How to install a tow hook license plate relocation kit by Perrin Performance on my 2015 Subaru BRZ

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Originally Posted by SON1C (Post 2218444)

Great rec on that fb group, glad to be a apart of it and thank you.

Thanks Choco!

No problem! We're just a bunch of misfits that have a similar passion. Hopefully I will see you this weekend at Pubdog, or Boxerfest, or the Laurel High event. I'll be down all weekend for the shenanigans :happyanim:

Son1c! I need that wax lol see you at boxerfest!

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Originally Posted by Marcoscrdo (Post 2221257)

Son1c! I need that wax lol see you at boxerfest!

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Originally Posted by Carlos_M (Post 2220876)

I'll try and find you guys at boxerfest :D I'll have my big tripod with me (black and silver) probably wear a black & blue hat so stay in touch would be cool to meet you all and put names to faces!

June 2016 Update

A lot has changed and I'm in the middle of my build, I'll just cite some of my recent videos for this quick update, a true update once I finish it next month.

Tinting / Redding Out BRZ Tail Lights
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50KWlJuBIMk"]How To Spray Tint Your Tail Lights Tutorial DIY ( Black Out, Red Out ) - YouTube[/ame]

Customized my start-up screen
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6uT4ci_rHI"]How To Change Start-Up Background Screen Image on BRZ FRS GT86 - YouTube[/ame]

Customized my BRZ interior step 1. . Series.Blue Stitching for toyota gt86 replica arm rest
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzHO3ywubKU"]BRZ FRS Arm Rest - Series Blue Custom Stitching & Auto Upholstery - YouTube[/ame]

PTuning Turbo Kit BRZ 325/250
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSiyHlGwlFk"]325 HP Turbo Subaru BRZ Dyno Pull @ PTuning - Virginia - YouTube[/ame]

Valenti Revo Tail Lights Install Video
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEPPHhmhy-U"]How To Install Tail Lights BRZ / FRS - Valenti Taillights Revo - YouTube[/ame]

June 2016 Update Part 2

Valenti Style Reverse Bar Install Video
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GU2Ztj0cm5M"]How To Install BRZ FRS Reverse Bar / Third Brake Light - Valenti Style fteightysix - YouTube[/ame]

Bought TE37SL's for my BRZ
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ut6PPfgffnE"]Modding the BRZ Update - New Wheels - Volk Racing TE37SL's - YouTube[/ame]

Wrapping my Volk wheels in pilot supersports
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1Ml9o-SGSI"]New Tires - Michelin Pilot Super Sports & Tirebuyer.com review! - YouTube[/ame]

Put together a review on the brz frs valenti revo tail lights
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWROtA9x0bs"]Aftermarket Tail Lights - BRZ / FRS Valenti Taillights Review - Valenti Revo - - YouTube[/ame]

Also put together a review on the brz frs valenti style reverse bar
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EToZaWCJQsg"]Valenti Style Reverse Bar Review - Subaru BRZ FRS GT86 - fteightyix/86speed - YouTube[/ame]

Blacking & blueing out my brz interior with overnight parts from japan.
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6exdIs_kbU"]Overnight Parts From Japan - Blacking Out BRZ FRS Interior - Amayama Review - YouTube[/ame]