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ivtaku7 · 10-19-2015, 12:35 PM

Hey everyone!

I always liked the look of the 86, but when it came down to my first new car with my big boy job I bought a 2013 WRX Hatch. I loved every minute of it and enjoyed the time and effort put into the mods, but once I started down that path my concern for the longevity of the EJ started to get me stressed.

One weekend I was bored and went over to a local Toyota dealership and test drove an FR-S. I knew right away that this was going to be my next car. I got back in my WRX and knew I had a hard decision to make.

I parted out my WRX and traded it in for a 2015 Ultramarine FR-S and couldn't be happier. Initial impressions right off the lot, the gear box is so much nicer and more direct than the WRX. It's sharp around turns and the suspension isn't too rough, but not soft either. Finally, the bucket seats actually hug you unlike the seats in the WRX, which makes a huge difference in driving feel. Overall, I'm very happy with my decision and even though I miss the power some days, I'll never get tired of the way this car drives.

As it is a daily driver, my plans are to keep it simple for now with mostly cosmetic changes and upgrades. Eventually I may consider going the forced induction route, but for now I want some seat time with factory specs.

I'll update as best as I can and as frequently as possible, including pics and reviews along the way. Hopefully you guys enjoy the journey as much as I do!

Thanks,
Tom

Cosmetic:
JDM Clear Side Markers
Toyota Front Emblem
Toyota Rear Emblem
Toyota GT 86 Trunk Emblem
Grimmspeed License Plate Relocation Kit
JDM Red Steering Wheel
JDM Red Shift Knob
JDM Red Door Handles
JDM Red E-Brake Handle
JPM Coachworks Leather E-Brake Boot w/ Red Stitching
Loden GT86 Steering Wheel Emblem

Aerodynamics:
TRD Lip Spoiler (Color Matched)

Chassis & Suspension:
RCE Tarmac 0's
SPC Lower Control Arms
Whiteline Subframe Inserts
Whiteline Differential Bushings
Whiteline Front Control Arm - Lower Inner Rear Bushings

Engine, Exhaust & Transmission:
Nameless Axleback (2.5" Inlet w/ 5" Mufflers)
Whiteline Positive Shift Kit

Wheels & Tires:
Summer: Stock Wheels (Dipped Vintage Gold) & Tires
B2 Auto Designs 25mm Spacers
Winter: 16x6.5 +55 Snowflakes
195/60R16 Blizzaks

Lighting:
Winjet Headlights (Black Housing)
Morimoto 5500k HIDs
Diode Dynamics White LEDs - Trunk, Dome, Plate, and Side Marker

Updates:
Previous Build - 2013 WRX Hatch
First Week - 2015 FR-S
Turkey Day Update
Merry Christmas to Me!
Tax Return Present - RCE Coils
More Suspension Goodies
Low Life: Coilovers Installed
Wheels Spacers & Alignment

10-19-2015, 12:35 PM	#1
ivtaku7 Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Drives: 2015 Ultramarine FRS Location: Boston, MA Posts: 50 Thanks: 1 Thanked 8 Times in 7 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	ivtaku7's Ultramarine Mad JDM Daily Hey everyone! I always liked the look of the 86, but when it came down to my first new car with my big boy job I bought a 2013 WRX Hatch. I loved every minute of it and enjoyed the time and effort put into the mods, but once I started down that path my concern for the longevity of the EJ started to get me stressed. One weekend I was bored and went over to a local Toyota dealership and test drove an FR-S. I knew right away that this was going to be my next car. I got back in my WRX and knew I had a hard decision to make. I parted out my WRX and traded it in for a 2015 Ultramarine FR-S and couldn't be happier. Initial impressions right off the lot, the gear box is so much nicer and more direct than the WRX. It's sharp around turns and the suspension isn't too rough, but not soft either. Finally, the bucket seats actually hug you unlike the seats in the WRX, which makes a huge difference in driving feel. Overall, I'm very happy with my decision and even though I miss the power some days, I'll never get tired of the way this car drives. As it is a daily driver, my plans are to keep it simple for now with mostly cosmetic changes and upgrades. Eventually I may consider going the forced induction route, but for now I want some seat time with factory specs. I'll update as best as I can and as frequently as possible, including pics and reviews along the way. Hopefully you guys enjoy the journey as much as I do! Thanks, Tom Cosmetic: JDM Clear Side Markers Toyota Front Emblem Toyota Rear Emblem Toyota GT 86 Trunk Emblem Grimmspeed License Plate Relocation Kit JDM Red Steering Wheel JDM Red Shift Knob JDM Red Door Handles JDM Red E-Brake Handle JPM Coachworks Leather E-Brake Boot w/ Red Stitching Loden GT86 Steering Wheel Emblem Aerodynamics: TRD Lip Spoiler (Color Matched) Chassis & Suspension: RCE Tarmac 0's SPC Lower Control Arms Whiteline Subframe Inserts Whiteline Differential Bushings Whiteline Front Control Arm - Lower Inner Rear Bushings Engine, Exhaust & Transmission: Nameless Axleback (2.5" Inlet w/ 5" Mufflers) Whiteline Positive Shift Kit Wheels & Tires: Summer: Stock Wheels (Dipped Vintage Gold) & Tires B2 Auto Designs 25mm Spacers Winter: 16x6.5 +55 Snowflakes 195/60R16 Blizzaks Lighting: Winjet Headlights (Black Housing) Morimoto 5500k HIDs Diode Dynamics White LEDs - Trunk, Dome, Plate, and Side Marker Updates: Previous Build - 2013 WRX Hatch First Week - 2015 FR-S Turkey Day Update Merry Christmas to Me! Tax Return Present - RCE Coils More Suspension Goodies Low Life: Coilovers Installed Wheels Spacers & Alignment Last edited by ivtaku7; 08-05-2016 at 01:04 PM.