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Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 08-02-2019, 01:07 AM
Replies: 3,104
Views: 1,154,946
Posted By iceman666
So, one week from my most recent "repair" and I'm...

So, one week from my most recent "repair" and I'm virtually certain you can add my 2013 BRZ limited to list of engine failures.

Driving home tonight, noticed a slight "whistle" from the engine (no...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 07-30-2019, 05:38 PM
Replies: 3,104
Views: 1,154,946
Posted By iceman666
XXthrillxx, Thanks for the suggestion. ...

XXthrillxx,

Thanks for the suggestion. Following my most recent post, the service department replaced the right exhaust oil control valve (in addition to the right intake oil control valve...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 07-26-2019, 04:31 PM
Replies: 3,104
Views: 1,154,946
Posted By iceman666
So, we can add my 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited to the...

So, we can add my 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited to the list of vehicles.

I had approximately 97,000 trouble free miles on my car. . . And then (3 weeks ago) I brought my BRZ in for the valve spring...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-21-2014, 12:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,970
Posted By iceman666
Thanks for info. . . As an aside, I was not up...

Thanks for info. . . As an aside, I was not up in arms. Its a car, sh*t happens. I was just a bit annoyed to have to deal with it so early into ownership.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-17-2014, 10:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,970
Posted By iceman666
Update. . . Within a week, condensation in BOTH...

Update. . . Within a week, condensation in BOTH tail lights. . .

F'in awesome. Needless to say, will be scheduling a trip to the dealership.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-14-2014, 10:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,970
Posted By iceman666
It took 11 months for the rear view mirror mounts...

It took 11 months for the rear view mirror mounts to fail?!?! Impressive. I had my car for approximately 10 days before the original mounts / screws failed.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-14-2014, 06:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,970
Posted By iceman666
As I'm still well within the car's 3/36 warranty,...

As I'm still well within the car's 3/36 warranty, this will be a Subaru issue to address. That said, my last three cars (Accord, Prelude, S2000 - with a combined 600K miles) never had a condensation...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-14-2014, 03:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,970
Posted By iceman666
Tail Light Condensation

10 months and 13,000 miles in to ownership of a BRZ Limited, and add me to the seemingly growing list of owners with tail light condensation :mad0260: (rear passenger-side unit).

Clearly not...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-14-2014, 03:47 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,094
Posted By iceman666
My BRZ is a replacement for my prior daily driver...

My BRZ is a replacement for my prior daily driver (1994 Honda Prelude Si) which was forced into retirement last summer with 391,100 miles.

Conditions willing, I plan on keeping the BRZ as a daily...
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 01-19-2014, 10:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,031
Posted By iceman666
As an S2K owner (AP1 used for weekends /...

As an S2K owner (AP1 used for weekends / trackdays) and a BRZ owener (daily driver), if you need a 4-seater, the BRZ is the wrong car. . .

BRZ fits 2 comfortably and 3 people reasonably over...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-02-2014, 11:41 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 22,799
Posted By iceman666
TM, Condolences with respect to your BRZ. ...

TM,

Condolences with respect to your BRZ. That said, I agree with the comments above, 40 MPH is way too fast in an RWD car without (and even with) snow tires given the conditions.

About 10...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-09-2013, 12:13 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 14,618
Posted By iceman666
A couple of thoughts. . . 1. Inexcusable...

A couple of thoughts. . .

1. Inexcusable to omit the McLaren F1, Acura NSX, and at least one of the following: MR2, Supra, RX-7.

2. Glad I currently own 2 cars on the list.

3. ...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 11-08-2013, 03:06 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 12,475
Posted By iceman666
I'm averaging between 29 and 30 mpg per fill-up...

I'm averaging between 29 and 30 mpg per fill-up (combination highway / local miles).
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 09-26-2013, 04:25 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 529,011
Posted By iceman666
I would disagree with respect to the roll hoop...

I would disagree with respect to the roll hoop height. I am 5' 11" and have no issues will helmet / roll hoop height.

Also, I have had my 2001 since November 00', used it for numerous track...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 09-24-2013, 06:10 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 529,011
Posted By iceman666
The S2000 passes the "brookstick" test as well. ...

The S2000 passes the "brookstick" test as well. A number of owners have run SCDA events at Limerock and NJMP without a hardtop, as the factory rollbars are fixed and (slightly) above the helmet...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 09-24-2013, 04:44 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 529,011
Posted By iceman666
Also, in terms of the S2K looking "dated", beauty...

Also, in terms of the S2K looking "dated", beauty is in the eye of the beholder. That said, the front bumber on the 00' to '03 models does look a bit dated.

When I bought my S2K in November...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 09-24-2013, 04:34 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 529,011
Posted By iceman666
As an owner of an 2001 S2000 (with 37K miles) and...

As an owner of an 2001 S2000 (with 37K miles) and a 2013 BRZ (purchased to replace my Prelude daily driver), I would say the following:

1. If you want one of the best pure sports cars on the...
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 09-23-2013, 04:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,358
Posted By iceman666
XDBOYx, Thanks again for coordinating the...

XDBOYx,

Thanks again for coordinating the group buy and providing the continuous status updates with respect to the order. I'll be installing my panels within the next few weeks.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-06-2013, 07:42 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 13,901
Posted By iceman666
With respect to a mortgage, I don not have one. ...

With respect to a mortgage, I don not have one. Home is fully paid for. The decision to pay off loan is a function of minimizing the interest expense. As for those individuals with a mortgage, ...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-06-2013, 12:33 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 13,901
Posted By iceman666
Could have purchased my BRZ in cash, but opted to...

Could have purchased my BRZ in cash, but opted to finance a portion of the purchase.

Made a 40% down payment using my credit card for cash back bonus doallars (paid balance in full at the end...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 08-12-2013, 06:29 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 27,362
Posted By iceman666
Currently stock, and will remain primarily that...

Currently stock, and will remain primarily that way for the life of my ownership with the exception of: 1. A few chassis stiffeners / braces (within the next month or two); 2. upgraded tires (once...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 08-12-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 302
Views: 47,882
Posted By iceman666
I have a manual BRZ limited. I am approaching...

I have a manual BRZ limited. I am approaching 2,000 miles and have been averaging 30.x per tank (combination highway / local suburban driving).

No complaints.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-31-2013, 06:13 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 43,784
Posted By iceman666
With respect to the oil stavation issue, there...

With respect to the oil stavation issue, there were quite a number of early model AP1s had the oil stavation issue (I know because my dealer had to replace my entire engine at approximately 4,500...
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 07-22-2013, 05:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,358
Posted By iceman666
I'm in (if there is still room for another). ...

I'm in (if there is still room for another).

Send me a PM with the details.

Thanks.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-19-2013, 02:55 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 43,784
Posted By iceman666
While I like the "growl" of the BRZ's engine...

While I like the "growl" of the BRZ's engine (totally cool as a change of pace), nothing beats the S2000's high revving engine note above 8000 RPM :)

Also agree about the oversteer in the Prelude...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-18-2013, 04:48 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 43,784
Posted By iceman666
I actually had the Prelude's suspension rebuit...

I actually had the Prelude's suspension rebuit two years ago. . . which brought the handling (almost) back to the car's glory days.

As for the acceleration of the BRZ versus the S2000, I wasn't...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-17-2013, 07:29 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 43,784
Posted By iceman666
I will be installing a number of the chassis...

I will be installing a number of the chassis stiffeners / braces later this month, and will upgrade tires next year. I suspect that will help the handling (and improve the confidence going hard into...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-17-2013, 04:15 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 43,784
Posted By iceman666
BRZ vs. Prelude Si vs. S2000. . . Initial Thoughts

Hi All,

I just picked up my BRZ Limited (sterling silver) as a replacement for my daily driver 1993 Honda Prelude Si (retired with 391K miles).

The BRZ will be my daily driver with my 2001...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-16-2013, 01:08 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 38,785
Posted By iceman666
2010 Nissan GTR 1995 Toyota Supra Turbo 2001...

2010 Nissan GTR
1995 Toyota Supra Turbo
2001 Honda S2000
1998 Acura Integra Type-R
2013 Subaru BRZ
1993 Honda Prelude Si
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