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Originally Posted by krayzie
Coming from a faster car to a BRZ is like coming from a modern console to a mini NES just to rediscover what fun really is.
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Spot on!!!
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I am coming from a 2004 WRX for 10 years. The BRZ is in every way a more enjoyable vehicle.
Often I would think mann, why dont I just grab an NA impreza 2.5 tune for throttle response and then go all out for suspension. but the limit of starting at about 165hp at the crank always deterred me. Didnt want an older 240, or similar.
This car basically has the NA motor I always wanted, the steering and handling I always wanted, the weight I always wanted. . lol you see where this is going.
Really though, with the auto and transportation industry changing so much, I am just happy that a car with good steering, RWD with a factory LSD, and closer to 2500 than 3000lbs is available for around 25k and it has flat folding rear seats!
Edit: I was reflecting on this question more today and what i love most about this car is that it captures all the good of the moderate-weight econo 4 cylinder of days past (think integra, prelude) except with RWD and top notch motoring design features both mechanical and ergonomic/aesthetically.
Rear seats only useful for belongings or kids, maybe medium build adults in a pinch: check. (more useful that a tight 2 seater, but not so big to be a sedan, give room to stretch out if needed)
Good gas mileage with a cheap tank to fill: check.
Simple mechanics and design: check.
moderate pricing when compared to the rest of the industry: check
Then it has endless benefits beyond what was available back then. and its done it all with the tighter regulations and safety.