Some dealer questions - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Moe · 10-09-2013, 11:43 AM

Got a few questions that I'm hoping I can get answers on.

Firstly, just some background: I plan on buying a 86 in January. Want to get a new 2014 model. Been trying to get info out of the dealers but lots of inconsistent answers so maybe some of you can help.

1) Been informed that the stock radio in the 86 High Spec was updated this month, but can't get any pics or specs/model info on the new deck. Went to Toyota in Midrand, but the sales people don't there don't have any info.

2) According to Toyota SA web site spec, the 86 High now has a boot spoiler (as part of the high package). Again, the dealer was unable to confirm that new cars will arrive with this. Can anyone confirm.

3) If I want a white 86 High Spec manual, what is the expected waiting time on a new car once I'm ready to purchase. Seems that when I phone a dealer and ask, they cannot give me any straight answers - almost appears that dealer stock and colours are based on pure luck. I also asked about the inclusive spoiler and new radio and the response was that they can only tell once a car physically arrives.

I must say that I am really frustrated by the lack of dealer knowledge on these cars. Maybe I'm just speaking to the wrong sales people.

Kev01 · 10-09-2013, 12:23 PM

Hi
New radio is a touch screen so should look good. It will be fitted with the brz spoiler. Price goes up to cater for the additional goodies. Best to phone around and check for pre-ordered stock at different dealers.

lucius · 10-09-2013, 12:59 PM

Hey Moe

sounds very familiar. had the same problems when I bought my car. One dealer didn't even know the car existed..lol..best would be to book the car, let them give you some proof. Toyota has a main software system where they book the cars coming into the country. When the car arrives then you can see what's in and whats not. You can always decide to leave it if you don't want it. If they force you to take it, just laugh and walk away.

sav · 10-09-2013, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Kev01

Hi
New radio is a touch screen so should look good. It will be fitted with the brz spoiler. Price goes up to cater for the additional goodies. Best to phone around and check for pre-ordered stock at different dealers.

That is correct. You can see the new radio on the website, just click on the 360 interior.

Otherwise google Toyota TAS300.

sav · 10-09-2013, 01:14 PM

Reverse cam is not standard.

Fish Eagle · 10-09-2013, 01:43 PM

FYI - spotted new 86 pricing in our local newspaper yesterday.

6MT Std - was 298,500 now 315,300
6MT High - was 334,500 now 354,600
6AT High - was 351,900 now 372,500

BRZ pricing unchanged at 389,900

Moe · 10-09-2013, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fish Eagle

FYI - spotted new 86 pricing in our local newspaper yesterday.

6MT Std - was 298,500 now 315,300
6MT High - was 334,500 now 354,600
6AT High - was 351,900 now 372,500

BRZ pricing unchanged at 389,900

Yep - sadly pricing seems to have gone up a bit this month. I wonder if there were any further mechanical/technical updates on these cars too since they are now out for a little while.

sav · 10-09-2013, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Moe

Yep - sadly pricing seems to have gone up a bit this month. I wonder if there were any further mechanical/technical updates on these cars too since they are now out for a little while.

None except for functioning daytime running lights on the High spec. There is also now a proper boot mat if I'm not mistaken.

The radio and spoiler is not cheap though and would cost you around R20k if you bought it separately.

iacvlvs · 10-10-2013, 01:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sav

Reverse cam is not standard.

Is it (OEM reverse cam) available from Toyota as an option?

sav · 10-10-2013, 03:31 AM

Unfortunately not but there are some DIY tutorials. Can fit one yourself for less than R300.

wmaz · 10-15-2013, 12:27 PM

Saw the Toyota tec data sheet.
Differences:
-boot spoiler
-touch screen radio, no satnav
-DRL comes on automatically in day time, no more need to switch to main lights to turn them on in the day.
-R21' more expensive on AT high

cabriolet will be available next year June.
will be on show at the Jnb motor show end of this month.

sav · 10-16-2013, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by wmaz

cabriolet will be available next year June.
will be on show at the Jnb motor show end of this month.

That is interesting because it seems the projects had been put on hold.

I know it'll be at JIMS though.

10-09-2013, 11:43 AM	#1
Moe Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Drives: Lexus IS250, Toyota 86 Location: Gauteng Posts: 159 Thanks: 58 Thanked 59 Times in 36 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Some dealer questions Got a few questions that I'm hoping I can get answers on. Firstly, just some background: I plan on buying a 86 in January. Want to get a new 2014 model. Been trying to get info out of the dealers but lots of inconsistent answers so maybe some of you can help. 1) Been informed that the stock radio in the 86 High Spec was updated this month, but can't get any pics or specs/model info on the new deck. Went to Toyota in Midrand, but the sales people don't there don't have any info. 2) According to Toyota SA web site spec, the 86 High now has a boot spoiler (as part of the high package). Again, the dealer was unable to confirm that new cars will arrive with this. Can anyone confirm. 3) If I want a white 86 High Spec manual, what is the expected waiting time on a new car once I'm ready to purchase. Seems that when I phone a dealer and ask, they cannot give me any straight answers - almost appears that dealer stock and colours are based on pure luck. I also asked about the inclusive spoiler and new radio and the response was that they can only tell once a car physically arrives. I must say that I am really frustrated by the lack of dealer knowledge on these cars. Maybe I'm just speaking to the wrong sales people.

10-09-2013, 01:14 PM	#5
sav Official anti-BS squad Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: Toyota 86 High 6MT Location: South Africa Posts: 2,365 Thanks: 378 Thanked 452 Times in 309 Posts Mentioned: 72 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Reverse cam is not standard. __________________ Toyota 86 High 6MT (Satin Pearl White) 95RON SAV Tuned

10-10-2013, 03:31 AM	#10
sav Official anti-BS squad Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: Toyota 86 High 6MT Location: South Africa Posts: 2,365 Thanks: 378 Thanked 452 Times in 309 Posts Mentioned: 72 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Unfortunately not but there are some DIY tutorials. Can fit one yourself for less than R300. __________________ Toyota 86 High 6MT (Satin Pearl White) 95RON SAV Tuned

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Kev01 Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Drives: Toyota 86 Location: Vanderbijlpark, South Africa Posts: 70 Thanks: 19 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	Hi New radio is a touch screen so should look good. It will be fitted with the brz spoiler. Price goes up to cater for the additional goodies. Best to phone around and check for pre-ordered stock at different dealers.

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lucius Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: Toyota 86 Pearl White Location: South Africa Posts: 138 Thanks: 14 Thanked 15 Times in 13 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Hey Moe sounds very familiar. had the same problems when I bought my car. One dealer didn't even know the car existed..lol..best would be to book the car, let them give you some proof. Toyota has a main software system where they book the cars coming into the country. When the car arrives then you can see what's in and whats not. You can always decide to leave it if you don't want it. If they force you to take it, just laugh and walk away.

10-15-2013, 12:27 PM	#11
wmaz Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: 86 AT pearl white Location: Free State Posts: 19 Thanks: 9 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Saw the Toyota tec data sheet. Differences: -boot spoiler -touch screen radio, no satnav -DRL comes on automatically in day time, no more need to switch to main lights to turn them on in the day. -R21' more expensive on AT high cabriolet will be available next year June. will be on show at the Jnb motor show end of this month.

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