Limited owners, do you feel the extra goodies are worth it?

[MY13FRS]

I brought the FRS because I like having a real old fashion key. Also like the fact that the car doesn't pretend to be a luxury car. Budget sporty car for the win!

[oldpueblo]

The OP mentioned the FR-S as a choice and the new FR-S trim is now comparable to the Limited trim sooo... (awkward)

[StickThatClutch]

Originally Posted by oldpueblo

Honestly I bet a lot of people are going to be in the same position, so this is a great thread for helping people decide as long as it doesn't descend into fanboyism. If we keep it to just what are the differences between the trims and why we chose the way we did, then I think we'll be fine.

I only considered a Limited trim BRZ (and I had a lot of time to change my mind since it took me 9 months to find my car locally - only test drive I ever did was an FRS since the Suby dealers are stingy with the BRZs in SoCal). But in the end, the major interface points are the same. The steering wheel/feel, shifter, pedals, seating position and powertrain are the same. And when you're engaged in the act of driving, you don't really notice everything else around you. I don't think I'd really miss any of the "extras" of the limited. Because in the end, just like my FRS, Premium and Limited brothers-in-arms I'm just too busy having a hoot driving.

Drive safe.

[cnk]

Originally Posted by oldpueblo

The OP mentioned the FR-S as a choice and the new FR-S trim is now comparable to the Limited trim sooo... (awkward)

Not awkward at all. The question was still targeted at BRZ Limited owners. . .not BRZ Premium nor FRS nor FRS 10 owners. Reading comprehension is your friend.

[SliverBrz]

If you have the keyless entry on your previous car, you would not want to go back. Thats just how i feel. I don't like taking keys out of my pocket anymore lol.

If you never had it, then it probably wouldn't matter.

[tacoss23]

I was sure I was going to get the Limited, but now I'm heading more for the Premium.

Leather/Alcantara Seats = Don't want it, will be making my own design from Roadwire. Full leather patented designer series seats can't be beat.
Seat Heaters = Don't need them, I'm getting 3 stage Cool/Warm Climate Control System (Ventilated seats) from Roadwire too. (Switches are even nicer)
Foglights = Will be switching to FRS Bumper, so I can still use them.
Spoiler = Don't want it, will be using 5-axis
Heated Mirrors: I live in Texas....
AutoDim Mirror: Getting aftermarket Auto Dim Mirror with integrated backup Cam from Classic Soft Trim for the same price pretty much of the factory Auto Dim.

So all I have left to justify the value is:
Push-to Start
Keyless entry
Dual Zone Auto Climate controls.
Nicer looking dash

Yeah...not worth it for me. Personally I can't understand how someone living in the South can put up with those horrible Alcantara seats. In my test drive my back was already sticking to them.

[SliverBrz]

Originally Posted by Luis_GT

I have keyless, touch screen, dual climate control, and hid's

The OP was asking about the cheaper FRS, meaning not the scion 10 i bet.

FRS, PRemium brz, and limited brz.

I dont think 10 series was in the equation

[oldpueblo]

Originally Posted by chickdigger802

So I assume many of y'all had your brz for a while now. Do you think it has been worth it over getting the cheaper premium or the even cheaper fr-s?

Top 'goodie' that you enjoy? Which 'goodie' you can live without/find annoying?

I'm guessing he wasn't aware of the upgraded features of the 10 series, most in this thread appear to be in the same position and keep mentioning only the original FR-S trim. I'm not looking to argue like Luis_GT, just educate and help someone make a decision with all the variables. If he's interested in the Limited but hasn't ruled out the original FR-S either, then he should definitely also consider the 10 series of course since this entire question is should I pay more money for more features.

[cnk]

Originally Posted by chickdigger802

such a weird world when subaru is considered the luxury of anything lol.

WRX's are fun stuff, but that interior....

The Legacy's are actually really nice, but yeah. . Subies are not a luxury brand by any stretch of the imagination. They have always been a niche brand and if the CEO has his way, will remain so moving forward.

[switchlanez]

It being better bang-for-your buck compared to adding the upgrades on your own makes it worth it. Plus it can be rolled into your financing so you can spread payment of the upgrade across several years. Similar aftermarket parts may cost the same but have to be paid for up front (cannot be financed). Modding in the upgrades with OEM parts will cost *a lot* more and I don't think anyone has been able to successfully complete a conversion for fully functioning center console controls from the BRZ Limited to the FR-S.

That said, if you don't care for the upgrades, then it's not worth it. It's like finding the latest pair of Jordans for $50 with a BOGO deal on top of that. But the person who only buys driving shoes or the preppy hipster metrosexual could care less for legit bargain Jordans.

[Luis_GT]

Originally Posted by SliverBrz

The OP was asking about the cheaper FRS, meaning not the scion 10 i bet.

FRS, PRemium brz, and limited brz.

I dont think 10 series was in the equation

Oh... now I know that they created different hvac systems and keyless entry

[Be-Are-Zee]

Keyless entry worth the price alone. I don't even know what my keys look like. I love it.

[2013GTRNate]

Originally Posted by Be-Are-Zee

Keyless entry worth the price alone. I don't even know what my keys look like. I love it.

I agree, all of my cars are keyless entry with the exception of my Miata Island car.

[nalc]

Originally Posted by tacoss23

AutoDim Mirror: Getting aftermarket Auto Dim Mirror with integrated backup Cam from Classic Soft Trim for the same price pretty much of the factory Auto Dim.

Just FYI, the BRZ head unit already supports a backup cam, if you buy the $20 harness it's plug and play and you'll get the image on your HU screen whenever you go into reverse. No need for an additional screen.