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Originally Posted by zygrene
Some of you need to be more realistic and stop saying "the BRZ/FR-S/FT86 is in a different market than the GTI/WRX/etc." Realistically speaking, the vast majority of customers in the market for a sub-$30k "sporty" car aren't specifically looking for a totally driver-centric, RWD sports car with LSD and whatnot. They base their often limited knowledge on appearance, engine specs, acceleration, space, fuel efficiency and price. So for them, I think the GTI, WRX, Mazda3, GenCoupe, etc are all viable options to pick from.
For the more hardcore enthusiasts, of course the BRZ isn't in the same league as econobox hot hatches or w/e, but I think we're a minority among people looking at these cars.
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I totally agree dude. On specs, etc they aren't a fair comparison, but the reality is most people set a budget for a "sporty/performance" car. Alot of them won't care whether the car is rwd, fwd, awd. As long as it looks good and is going to beat people at the lights.
While it may not necessarily be fair, the GTI gold is fast and sporty, the WRX is a performance car. Average people will definitely consider those kinda of options. MPS3 and SP25 as well. And MX5.
We don't have the genesis over here yet though :P