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Doriftuzendo · 12-17-2013, 02:13 PM

Hello everybody. This is my first post here even though I have been visiting the forums for a better part of the year.

History 101. My 2001 solara convertible blew the head gasket on New Years Day 2013. Imagine starting the year on the highway shoulder at 4 in the morning, holding the hood up for the engine to cool down on what was undoubtedly the coldest and windiest day of the winter

. After several attempts to resuscitate her over the year, I finally decided to let her go a month ago.

It was my first car and I had immensely enjoyed it.

Looking back, I do not remember when or how i first came across the Twins. I was considering the VW GLI Autobahn, the Civic SI, the Ford Focus and what not. I only remember I was suddenly reading and watching countless reviewers drooling as they tested the FR-S. I went for a test drive at my local dealership. They had a Hot Lava MT.

It was love at first drive. I was completely overwhelmed. I knew what not to expect with regards to a posh interior, a booming stereo or the power and surge of a big V6, thanks to all the posts on this forum and other reviews. But none of the positive reviews prepared me for the absolutely fantastic driving experience. The precision and feedback of the steering, the maneuverability offered by the perfect balance and the throttle response were amazing. I did not feel the lack of power in it. It was so obedient when I wanted it to surge ahead during overtakes on the highway.

I damned practicality and reliability to hell. I could never have been satisfied with any other car in my price point. Everyday would be a reminder of what I was not feeling if I drove anything else.

So, after a month's wait, my 2014 Whiteout FR-S finally arrived yesterday. I would like to give a big thumbs up to Jim Norton Toyota, Tulsa for a wonderful buying experience. They also let me drive around in a RAV 4 till my FR-S arrived. I would also like to thank this FT86 community for all the valuable information and for helping my make my mind.

I am looking forward to some nice times ahead.

It is true, what they say about the juvenile smile when you are driving around and the longing sigh as you get out off it.

12-17-2013, 02:13 PM	#3993
Doriftuzendo Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Drives: 2014 FR-S Whiteout M/T Location: Tulsa Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Thank you! Hello everybody. This is my first post here even though I have been visiting the forums for a better part of the year. History 101. My 2001 solara convertible blew the head gasket on New Years Day 2013. Imagine starting the year on the highway shoulder at 4 in the morning, holding the hood up for the engine to cool down on what was undoubtedly the coldest and windiest day of the winter . After several attempts to resuscitate her over the year, I finally decided to let her go a month ago. It was my first car and I had immensely enjoyed it. Looking back, I do not remember when or how i first came across the Twins. I was considering the VW GLI Autobahn, the Civic SI, the Ford Focus and what not. I only remember I was suddenly reading and watching countless reviewers drooling as they tested the FR-S. I went for a test drive at my local dealership. They had a Hot Lava MT. It was love at first drive. I was completely overwhelmed. I knew what not to expect with regards to a posh interior, a booming stereo or the power and surge of a big V6, thanks to all the posts on this forum and other reviews. But none of the positive reviews prepared me for the absolutely fantastic driving experience. The precision and feedback of the steering, the maneuverability offered by the perfect balance and the throttle response were amazing. I did not feel the lack of power in it. It was so obedient when I wanted it to surge ahead during overtakes on the highway. I damned practicality and reliability to hell. I could never have been satisfied with any other car in my price point. Everyday would be a reminder of what I was not feeling if I drove anything else. So, after a month's wait, my 2014 Whiteout FR-S finally arrived yesterday. I would like to give a big thumbs up to Jim Norton Toyota, Tulsa for a wonderful buying experience. They also let me drive around in a RAV 4 till my FR-S arrived. I would also like to thank this FT86 community for all the valuable information and for helping my make my mind. I am looking forward to some nice times ahead. It is true, what they say about the juvenile smile when you are driving around and the longing sigh as you get out off it.