This was an excellent write-up
The FR-S has a unique character and driving experience to it, the little things about it (low seating position, bolstered seats, excellent handling, lightweight car, the fact that you have to 'work' to gain speed and keep revs high for more power, having fun while staying under the speed limits, and so on) all add up to a rewarding driving experience that most
(if not all) cars in the 25-30K range cannot even come close to. It may not win every straight line race like the GT, but that is not an accomplishment to be proud of anyway. I can guarantee anyone that once you take the FRS/BRZ for a spirited drive, you'll be hard pressed finding another car in the same price range that comes close to the overall satisfaction of the driving experience.