FR-S 2013 10 Series or 2014 FR-S? - Page 2 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

N1rve · 12-23-2013, 11:42 PM

I was in this EXACT situation just a few weeks ago. I went with the Scion FRS 10 Series.

My 10 Series was 27,930 while a a white FRS was 26,950.

The difference of 980 dollars gave me....

1) Push to start
2) Dual Climate Control/Auto climate control
3) Smart Key Access
4) Automatic HID headlights

This ALREADY justified the extra 980 dollars.

I also get the exclusiveness as well.

Honestly, I really wanted the Pearl White BRZ, however the price was like 1 grand more than the FRS 10 Series. The difference would be just the color, but I couldn't justify the color for a grand more.

I also didn't want to order out of state because I really hate dealing with the DMV lol.

Also -- there are no good Subaru dealers near where I live, so would hate going in for service. My Toyota dealer is the best as I've bought 4 toyotas and service them there as well.

FJ/BRZ · 12-24-2013, 12:15 AM

I would get the 2014. None of that stuff is worth 1000$. Spend the $$ on Aftermarket. And the fact that it's a '14 instead of a "13 should even things out for resale value.

unikhmer · 12-24-2013, 12:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FJ/BRZ

I would get the 2014. None of that stuff is worth 1000$. Spend the $$ on Aftermarket. And the fact that it's a '14 instead of a "13 should even things out for resale value.

The GT86 headlights are like $1900, not including the HID ballasts. Which the 10 series already comes with... For me the 10 series is the best buy.

N1rve · 12-24-2013, 12:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FJ/BRZ

I would get the 2014. None of that stuff is worth 1000$. Spend the $$ on Aftermarket. And the fact that it's a '14 instead of a "13 should even things out for resale value.

The headlights alone already cost 2000 dollars if you wanted to add it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by unikhmer

The GT86 headlights are like $1900, not including the HID ballasts. Which the 10 series already comes with... For me the 10 series is the best buy.

Right on!

torqdork · 12-24-2013, 12:29 AM

^ Also, the '14 Pioneer 300W 6.1" touchscreen head unit, LED DRL's, frameless Rr view mirror, 10 Series cargo mat, numbered interior badge, electroluminescent interior panel and exterior locator badges.

Whether any of those add value is controversial here, but I think in total will help prop up resale above standard issue cars.

Rio · 12-24-2013, 12:32 AM

To be honest it depends on why you are buying the car. If you are buying it for "bragging rights", make it slick looking, etc. Then get the 10 series. If you are getting it because you are a true driving enthusiast then get the 2014. I say 2014 instead of the a stock 2013, because of the radio alone :-) I love driving, but I need to have some music and a half decent system. :-)

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Drive · 12-24-2013, 12:36 AM

Eh, does anyone know what 2014 FR-S Monogram pricing is going to be like (roughly)?

Boxer486 · 12-24-2013, 12:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rio

To be honest it depends on why you are buying the car. If you are buying it for "bragging rights", make it slick looking, etc. Then get the 10 series. If you are getting it because you are a true driving enthusiast then get the 2014. I say 2014 instead of the a stock 2013, because of the radio alone :-) I love driving, but I need to have some music and a half decent system. :-)

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You comment makes no sense to me. Bragging rights? Push start/smart key, Dual HVAC, Daytime LED DRLs have more to do with actually driving the car than switching to a different radio. Not to mention the 10 already has the best radio you can get in a 86.

N1rve · 12-24-2013, 01:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Drive

Eh, does anyone know what 2014 FR-S Monogram pricing is going to be like (roughly)?

Probably looking at 30k+ as its similarly equipped to the BRZ.

Rio · 12-24-2013, 01:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boxer486

You comment makes no sense to me. Bragging rights? Push start/smart key, Dual HVAC, Daytime LED DRLs have more to do with actually driving the car than switching to a different radio. Not to mention the 10 already has the best radio you can get in a 86.

I didn't expect everyone to get it. It's like buying a Porsche GT3 vs. GT3RS. Or better yet, a GT 86 or a GT 86 RC.

BTW, 10 series and 2014 have the same HU. PT546-00140.

Boxer486 · 12-24-2013, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rio

BTW, 10 series and 2014 have the same HU. PT546-00140.

No kidding, you're point?

So if you get a regular FRS under the imagined pretense it's some sort of GT3RS and never track the car, who's the one getting a car for "bragging rights"?

Turbo95eg6 · 12-24-2013, 06:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Luis_GT

lol

In reality, it ain't sold here, but I don't like how it looks in pictures.

At least it ain't a Scion right? lol

Luis_GT · 12-24-2013, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turbo95eg6

At least it ain't a Scion right? lol

I like scion...

wulfstan · 12-24-2013, 08:29 AM

I'd wait for 14 Monogram if it ever came out...

My $0.02...

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12-24-2013, 12:32 AM	#20
Rio Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Drives: 2014 Scion FR-S ハチ Location: Portland, OR Posts: 1,048 Thanks: 744 Thanked 390 Times in 241 Posts Mentioned: 131 Post(s)	To be honest it depends on why you are buying the car. If you are buying it for "bragging rights", make it slick looking, etc. Then get the 10 series. If you are getting it because you are a true driving enthusiast then get the 2014. I say 2014 instead of the a stock 2013, because of the radio alone :-) I love driving, but I need to have some music and a half decent system. :-) Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk __________________

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N1rve Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Drives: 2019 BMW ///M4 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 2,332 Thanks: 102 Thanked 1,167 Times in 714 Posts Mentioned: 28 Post(s)	I was in this EXACT situation just a few weeks ago. I went with the Scion FRS 10 Series. My 10 Series was 27,930 while a a white FRS was 26,950. The difference of 980 dollars gave me.... 1) Push to start 2) Dual Climate Control/Auto climate control 3) Smart Key Access 4) Automatic HID headlights This ALREADY justified the extra 980 dollars. I also get the exclusiveness as well. Honestly, I really wanted the Pearl White BRZ, however the price was like 1 grand more than the FRS 10 Series. The difference would be just the color, but I couldn't justify the color for a grand more. I also didn't want to order out of state because I really hate dealing with the DMV lol. Also -- there are no good Subaru dealers near where I live, so would hate going in for service. My Toyota dealer is the best as I've bought 4 toyotas and service them there as well.

12-24-2013, 12:15 AM	#16
FJ/BRZ Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Drives: FJ Cruiser, BRZ Location: Montreal Posts: 39 Thanks: 51 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I would get the 2014. None of that stuff is worth 1000$. Spend the $$ on Aftermarket. And the fact that it's a '14 instead of a "13 should even things out for resale value.

12-24-2013, 12:29 AM	#19
torqdork Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: RV-7 Location: Out West Posts: 1,818 Thanks: 1,042 Thanked 893 Times in 562 Posts Mentioned: 45 Post(s)	^ Also, the '14 Pioneer 300W 6.1" touchscreen head unit, LED DRL's, frameless Rr view mirror, 10 Series cargo mat, numbered interior badge, electroluminescent interior panel and exterior locator badges. Whether any of those add value is controversial here, but I think in total will help prop up resale above standard issue cars.

12-24-2013, 12:36 AM	#21
Drive Crickets... Join Date: Dec 2013 Drives: FR-S 10 Series Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 199 Thanks: 41 Thanked 53 Times in 35 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s)	Eh, does anyone know what 2014 FR-S Monogram pricing is going to be like (roughly)?

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wulfstan Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Drives: 2014 Whiteout Monogram 6MT FR-S Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 275 Thanks: 305 Thanked 111 Times in 67 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s)	I'd wait for 14 Monogram if it ever came out... My $0.02... Johnny __________________ 2014 Lexus IS 350 FSport Ultra White / Rioja Red / Mark Lev / BSM K&N drop in Air Filter │Coming Soon... Plasti-Dip Emblems │TRD Body kit 1985 Toyota Corolla GT-S Red Hatchback (AE86) 157k miles 1987 Toyota Supra Turbo Pearl White (MA70) 101k miles

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