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Originally Posted by midenginebias
You make my point. Both of those cars are already available, and begin at a lower base introductory price point than what the FT86 is projected at.
Save $2k-$3k over a few hp/lb? That makes plenty of sense for most common sports car buyers out there.
Fans of the FT86 place more value in a Boxer 4 and less weight as opposed to just adding HP. It's more of a specialty. No different from RX8 fans who love the rotary, weight, and handling. More of a specialty, and more sports car buyers opted for the 350z and the Mustang instead.
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Remember, the starting price on the FR-S is still in speculation. And if it matches its competitors, it will be an all-around better sports car than any of them. Plus, with gas prices on the rise, more average buyers will shy away from the bigger sized engines in lieu of of the smaller ones that get better economy.
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Disagree. It boils down to the individual's values of what they want of a car. If I value cutting weight over size, then why wouldn't I just get a Miata over an FR-S? If I value horsepower more than weight, why wouldn't I get a Mustang v6 over an FR-S?
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That wasn't a disagree or agree fact. Its just true...you're talking to enthusiasts. I'm talking about the general public. Miata vs. FR-S...selling points that come up are larger luggage areas, 2 more seats, and more headroom/legroom, plus the added safety of it not being a ragtop. All of those WILL play important roles in their decision on which sport coupe to buy. In regards to the Mustang/Camaro, fuel efficiency will play a role too.