Is the FR-S/BRZ for Me? (Newbie) - Page 2 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Boom · 09-25-2013, 06:44 PM

Mack,

My previous car was a 6th gen Celica GT (FWD). I've had my FR-S for almost a full month now and I must say that I'm still in awe every time I walk out to my car. The car is honestly a neck breaker - I was driving back from lunch today and got a "sweet car, dude" in the parking lot.

I love the RWD feel, and the low COG provides unbelievable handling. My car's completely stock for now, and I get giddy at the thought of how it'll be once my mods arrive.

Everyone's right - those dogs will not like you for getting the car. If necessary, short trips only.

Overall, I have no regrets about this purchase. Can't find a better sub $30k IMO. Great car - looks, performance, handle, feel, smell, taste. I don't see myself getting bored with this car for a long long time.

humfrz · 09-25-2013, 06:44 PM

Well, it sounds like a FR-S/BRZ would be a good car for you ...... if you leave your dogs at home......

humfrz

mpdescha · 09-25-2013, 06:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by humfrz

Well, it sounds like a FR-S/BRZ would be a good car for you ...... if you leave your dogs at home......

humfrz

itisthumper · 09-25-2013, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by mpdescha

Thanks for the responses!

Honestly my main priorities are a fun to drive car that I will not get bored of after a year or two. I'd put that at the top of the list. Practicality and comfort also rate pretty high but if forced to chose I would chose fun. I hate to be an elitist but I also value RWD over FWD. I know that the golf & 3 are supposed to be good cars to drive, but I just can't see staying excited with them year after year. Is there any comparison?

I actually did get the chance to test drive an FR-S but I'm going to have to go again soon. The car salesman came with me and spent the entire ride talking about financing and then trying to show me how to work the radio. Needless to say I had some difficulty focusing haha. From what I can recall, I LOVED the steering and the car didn't feel wanting in terms of power. I didn't get a chance to fling it around any corners, unfortunately. I drove it on the highway briefly and it felt a bit jittery but not uncomfortable. I'd love to find a dealership that'll let me take one out on my own for 10 minutes and evaluate without a salesman breathing down my neck the entire time!

Definitely sounds like a good car for you then

Buddhalite · 09-25-2013, 06:59 PM

I have a 65 lb Bull Terrier and a very leggy Boxer and both fit in the back seat without issue. You just need a hammock for the back seat to keep it clean.

mpdescha · 09-25-2013, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Buddhalite

I have a 65 lb Bull Terrier and a very leggy Boxer and both fit in the back seat without issue. You just need a hammock for the back seat to keep it clean.

Niiice. That gives me hope

Leonardo · 09-25-2013, 07:50 PM

Yes and no.

If money were no option, I would drive something else. It is my favorite car I have owned out of 30+ cars.

I have two adult American red nose pit bulls. They ride in my honda ridgeline. My chihuahua rides in the FR-S. The interior in the FRS gets dog hair embedded into it. Even if you are super anal like me.

I fold the rear seats up in my truck fold when my big dogs go with me.

The car, at least for me, is a perfect balance of affordability, sexiness, and practicality.

bestwheelbase · 09-25-2013, 07:57 PM

Great to see such helpful responses. FT86Club rocks!
@mpdescha let's see pictures of your dog, so we can get a better idea for how comfy they might be.

Kelbyat07 · 09-25-2013, 08:02 PM

Honestly if you are going to constantly put people in the back of you car, it is annoying and will be really uncomfrotable for whoever sits in the back. Go for it if you want a very fun car to drive to work everyday.

bdanisi · 09-25-2013, 08:03 PM

my Sonny weighs 92 lbs, he fits fine, I dont get all these people telling you 2 dogs wont fit... See this picture if you dont believe me, hes pretty lanky too. I guess for long road trips two dogs would be tight if they dont like to sit upright, but my dog cant stop windsurfing haha so I guess it depends on the dogs as well

mpdescha · 09-25-2013, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bestwheelbase

Great to see such helpful responses. FT86Club rocks!
@mpdescha let's see pictures of your dog, so we can get a better idea for how comfy they might be.

Obja · 09-25-2013, 08:14 PM

If you're not 100% sure i'd say NO.

:p

bestwheelbase · 09-25-2013, 08:23 PM

I don't see a problem. I guess it depends on your dog. Some dogs just can't get comfortable in ANY car. I think it has more to do with their temperament than it does with the accommodations.

Worst-case scenario you can always pull a Turner and Hooch. Kidding!

TRD-X · 09-25-2013, 09:44 PM

If you have to ask us if the FR-S is right for you then it's not OP....

If you go test drive the FR-S and like it then buy one and get a old beater car for your dog trips problem solved.

09-25-2013, 06:44 PM	#15
Boom (Jo_o)J Join Date: Sep 2013 Drives: 2013 Raven FR-S Location: Portland, OR Posts: 319 Thanks: 234 Thanked 129 Times in 76 Posts Mentioned: 24 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Mack, My previous car was a 6th gen Celica GT (FWD). I've had my FR-S for almost a full month now and I must say that I'm still in awe every time I walk out to my car. The car is honestly a neck breaker - I was driving back from lunch today and got a "sweet car, dude" in the parking lot. I love the RWD feel, and the low COG provides unbelievable handling. My car's completely stock for now, and I get giddy at the thought of how it'll be once my mods arrive. Everyone's right - those dogs will not like you for getting the car. If necessary, short trips only. Overall, I have no regrets about this purchase. Can't find a better sub $30k IMO. Great car - looks, performance, handle, feel, smell, taste. I don't see myself getting bored with this car for a long long time. __________________ I like the tuna here

09-25-2013, 08:02 PM	#23
Kelbyat07 Poor College Kid Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: ~.~ Location: Chicago Posts: 2,801 Thanks: 246 Thanked 2,182 Times in 1,249 Posts Mentioned: 32 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Honestly if you are going to constantly put people in the back of you car, it is annoying and will be really uncomfrotable for whoever sits in the back. Go for it if you want a very fun car to drive to work everyday. __________________

09-25-2013, 08:03 PM	#24
bdanisi You Made Bro? Join Date: Dec 2012 Drives: Raven 86 Location: Laguna Niguel Posts: 520 Thanks: 134 Thanked 241 Times in 112 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	my Sonny weighs 92 lbs, he fits fine, I dont get all these people telling you 2 dogs wont fit... See this picture if you dont believe me, hes pretty lanky too. I guess for long road trips two dogs would be tight if they dont like to sit upright, but my dog cant stop windsurfing haha so I guess it depends on the dogs as well __________________ "Careful though, I've seen many of my friends turn from ironic bros to full on bros by accident." - cfusionpm

09-25-2013, 09:44 PM	#28
TRD-X Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: Da-Big Banana Location: Myrtle Beach SC Posts: 1,199 Thanks: 1,311 Thanked 955 Times in 534 Posts Mentioned: 24 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	If you have to ask us if the FR-S is right for you then it's not OP.... If you go test drive the FR-S and like it then buy one and get a old beater car for your dog trips problem solved. __________________ Supratwins/TRD-X aka Jim Gone to a higher plane of existence!

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bestwheelbase Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: 1985 P-Type Location: Nashville, TN, USA Posts: 3,710 Thanks: 3,273 Thanked 2,058 Times in 1,098 Posts Mentioned: 50 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	I don't see a problem. I guess it depends on your dog. Some dogs just can't get comfortable in ANY car. I think it has more to do with their temperament than it does with the accommodations. Worst-case scenario you can always pull a Turner and Hooch. Kidding!

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