I Test drove the BRZ today! Sexy Beast!

[Mango22]

Originally Posted by Scion FR-S

Wow, I was sure that was black (still not convinced it itsn't) -- if its DGM, what a drag, I really liked the look of Asphalt in shots like the one below, and it was going to be my choice. If that pic above is what it really looks like outside I'll pass. Any comments from those who have seen it live?

Could be my crappy cell phone camera. Trust me the car looks as good in person as the pic you posted. I have a Asphalt 2010 Highlander Sport and it looks different depending on the lighting, overcast, shade. Over all its an incredible color but as I said I already have that color so I went for the GBS, which is pure sex.

[Mango22]

Originally Posted by Scion FR-S

After doing a little more checking, I think you are wrong on the color in the op photo for 2 reasons. It's most likely black, not DGM.

The pic below is from the crystal black thread and as you can see there is lot of metallic flake in it as well, so flake does not preclude the car being black.

Second, if you look at the tires in your pic, which was clearly taken with a cellphone camera with poor white balance, you can see that the sidewalls have the same greyish-brown tint as the paint, when they should be solid black. This suggests to me that the reason the car does not appear as black as it should is due to a camera issue.
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Call Farrish Subaru...that should settle it.

[Sport-Tech]

Originally Posted by dsgerbc

Go to the nearest Subaru dealership and look. There should Foresters, WRXs of that color. To me it looks like dirty-black, unless freshly waxed, in which case you can see the spark in it. Hence, I passed on this color.

If its the same paint code I definitely will look before ordering, thanks for the tip.

[Pakjk89]

Any idea if others will be able to test drive? I live 5 minutes away from the dealership! I'm gonna go tomorrow if I can!!!

[Mango22]

Originally Posted by crash

The 135i is the other car im considering. Coming from a car with double the hp did you feel that it was sufficiently powered?

Not at all. The power to weight ratio seems to be fine in the BRZ. I wouldn't argue that a turbo would be great. My BMW Hpower was sick... but it was also a fat little pig,(3208 curb weight). It felt heavy though, compared to the BRZ. I say its a personal preference. Both cars are good in their own way. I think the BRZ will be more track "fun".

Heres a pick of my car (BMW)

[Mango22]

Originally Posted by Pakjk89

Any idea if others will be able to test drive? I live 5 minutes away from the dealership! I'm gonna go tomorrow if I can!!!

Call and set up a time. I was told they have test drive slots filling up.

[Sport-Tech]

Originally Posted by Mango22

Call Farrish Subaru...that should settle it.

Just did, you are correct sir! Might be Ultramarine for me.

[Pakjk89]

Originally Posted by Mango22

Call and set up a time. I was told they have test drive slots filling up.

What the...fail...I called and they straight up said nope...awwww man!!!

[Zgrinch]

Originally Posted by Scion FR-S

After doing a little more checking, I think you are wrong on the color in the op photo for 2 reasons. It's most likely black, not DGM.

The pic below is from the crystal black thread and as you can see there is lot of metallic flake in it as well, so flake does not preclude the car being black.

Second, if you look at the tires in your pic, which was clearly taken with a cellphone camera with poor white balance, you can see that the sidewalls have the same greyish-brown tint as the paint, when they should be solid black. This suggests to me that the reason the car does not appear as black as it should is due to a camera issue.
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Originally Posted by Mango22

Call Farrish Subaru...that should settle it.

Originally Posted by Scion FR-S

Just did, you are correct sir!

You are right that it is a dark color, and hence easy to confuse with black... My decision was made when I went to a dealer and saw the color in person, but dark colors are not for everyone, but I will say it is a much richer looking than black. Let us know your opinion when you get a chance to see the color.

[Mango22]

Originally Posted by Pakjk89

What the...fail...I called and they straight up said nope...awwww man!!!

Really? that must have gotten a shit storm of calls for the demo ride then. Sorry to hear that. Did you ask for Jackie Coogan? He's the sales guy who rode with me on my test drive...

[Pakjk89]

I'll just go over there early tomorrow morning. What a huge bummer. Was it a manual or automatic?

[Mango22]

Originally Posted by Pakjk89

I'll just go over there early tomorrow morning. What a huge bummer. Was it a manual or automatic?

Manual. Nice short shifter.

[Pakjk89]

O M G. Now I have to try to get that test drive.

[RRnold]

Originally Posted by Mango22

I think the BRZ is worth the minimal price difference. I think a lot of pre-ordered Scions will be canceled when they see they can get more for their money with the BRZ. And it will impact Scion's bottom line because of their pricing. Just my opinion. dont flame me...

No flaming at all. :happy0180:

I hope it does have that exact effect you've mentioned. That is, majority will cancel their FR-S orders and buy the BRZ.

The outcome will be:
-More BRZ's on the road than FR-S which will give the FR-S a more exclusive edge.
-Scion will see the demand of the BRZ and offer better rebates and incentives other than the current recent grad and military promos.