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Old 02-17-2012, 06:17 PM   #1348
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Originally Posted by 86'd View Post
The Genesis has grown on me over the years, but I would probably would never buy one.

Not because it's a Hyundai, but because I don't think it stands out quite on its own yet.

It seems like a great all around package but with no defining features.

The FRS/BRZ is lighter weight, will have a decent shifter, a "unique" boxer engine and a low cd. Kool-aid or not I like the FRS/BRZ better.

Even though it might not be "better" than the GC, the FRS reminds me more of an S2000 coupe, whereas the GC reminds me of a 350z. Same class, different philosophies.
This is what I have been saying all along and this is why people will try to compare them the most. The GC is pretty much a bigger sized FRS with a different philosophy. I think its like this.

S2000 is more about handling over power but it still has good power.
60% handler and 40% power

350Z is more about power than handling but it still handled well enough
60% Power and 40% handler

I feel the FRS will be like the 2+2 s2000 and the GC from my test drive(3.8 Track) felt like the 2+2 350Z. And it's also funny to me since the S2K and the Z is also my favorite Japanese 2 seaters under 35k. That's probably why I like the GC and FRS so much.
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