Canadian BRZ pricing announced - $27,295 to $30,495

[CoryUyede]

Originally Posted by daiheadjai

anyone else slightly bummed that we won't get DGM?
after watching the video from Subaru though, the silver is growing on me (despite the fact that silver is generally played out now that every family-hauler and econobox is thusly coloured)...

i wonder what was the rationale for holding back that colour?

It basically came down to Canada not having enough buying power/initial volume. So i think subaru japan said "we'll make a Cdn spec BRZ for you in 4 colors, you choose". I suppose you could rationalize and say the World rally blue is a given, Black and white are staples, Silver is a Mid-tone between the white and black. As nice as the DGM is..its so dark some people mistake it for black. Also, it wouldn't make sense for the 4th color to be silica, because of WRB, and red is maybe too polarizing, a love it or hate it color...subaru canada probably wanted to play it safe, hence...1 Color..and 3 shades of Safe =D

I would Bet money that the '14 Canadian BRZ will mix up the Colors, replace one with another, or add another if volume increases.

[Ikaros]

If I was getting a BRZ it would be WRB for sure it look so nice and distinct. As soon as you see that colour you know it's a Subaru kinda like the Ferari red

[pastuch]

So with 13% HST the OTD price is roughly:

FRS: $31100
BRZ Premium: $32700
BRZ Limited: $35000

I'm really torn between all three. I have preorders in for an FR-S and BRZ-P. The limited is probably the worst value and yet I make enough money that it's not out of the question. It would be cool to have push button start and the Alcantra/leather interior. The spoiler is a turn off though. The first BRZ shipment to my dealer is a White BRZ Premium which I told him I want. Bloody hell this is tough decision.

[CoryUyede]

Originally Posted by pastuch

So with 13% HST the OTD price is roughly:

FRS: $31100
BRZ Premium: $33700
BRZ Limited: $35500

I'm really torn between all three. I have preorders in for an FR-S and BRZ-P. The limited is probably the worst value and yet I make enough money that it's not out of the question. It would be cool to have push button start and the Alcantra/leather interior. The spoiler is a turn off though. The first BRZ shipment to my dealer is a White BRZ Premium which I told him I want. Bloody hell this is tough decision.

Just curious how u ended up with a 2600 otd difference between the frs and brz prem? Is there a GB discount in there?

I honestly believe the brz sport-tech is a GREAT value when compared to a FRS. But comparing a sporttech to a brz premium, the value is less evident. what it comes down to for me is, i love the alcantara(loved it on the sti), the push button/auto climate cleans up the interior nicely , foglights that ill buy either way and my girlfriend likes her butt preheated..:p the alarm is a bonus too

note: Ive had both the sti alcantara AND the new wrx cloth..which looks damn similar to brz premium cloth. I have to say, the cloth is a huge downgrade is comfort, appearance and durability

[pastuch]

Originally Posted by CoryUyede

Just curious how u ended up with a 2600 otd difference between the frs and brz prem? Is there a GB discount in there?

I honestly believe the brz sport-tech is a GREAT value when compared to a FRS. But comparing a sporttech to a brz premium, the value is less evident. what it comes down to for me is, i love the alcantara(loved it on the sti), the push button/auto climate cleans up the interior nicely , foglights that ill buy either way and my girlfriend likes her butt preheated..:p the alarm is a bonus too

note: Ive had both the sti alcantara AND the new wrx cloth..which looks damn similar to brz premium cloth. I have to say, the cloth is a huge downgrade is comfort, appearance and durability

Typo.... changed to 32700. It's $1300 + $100 more freight + tax on that which is another $200 for +$1600.

Thanks for your impression on the Alcantra vs Cloth debate.

The switch gear is definitely ghetto on the non-limited and my hatred for the silver plastic dash knows no bounds. It reminds me of my G35 Coupe which is never a good thing (Horrible car!).

[CoryUyede]

Originally Posted by pastuch

Typo.... changed to 32700. It's $1300 + $100 more freight + tax on that which is another $200 for +$1600.

Thanks for your impression on the Alcantra vs Cloth debate.

The switch gear is definitely ghetto on the non-limited and my hatred for the silver plastic dash knows no bounds. It reminds me of my G35 Coupe which is never a good thing (Horrible car!).

Heh, THOSE numbers make more sense

What year G35 Did u have The 2003-04's interiors were terrible..the 05-07 was a huge step up, to average =p. I had a '09 G37 sedan, i thought the interior was pretty classy at the time.

And i strongly suggest going Sport Tech..you're not likely to regret spending a little more..but you're likely to regret "cheaping out" =D

[pastuch]

Originally Posted by CoryUyede

Heh, THOSE numbers make more sense

What year G35 Did u have The 2003-04's interiors were terrible..the 05-07 was a huge step up, to average =p. I had a '09 G37 sedan, i thought the interior was pretty classy at the time.

And i strongly suggest going Sport Tech..you're not likely to regret spending a little more..but you're likely to regret "cheaping out" =D

The problem with the sport tech is I spend $4000 more and then I have to buy a new front bumper to make it attractive. If the Scion FR-S had BRZ lights it would be a no brainer for me to buy the FR-S.

[Enemies]

You may be surprised by the attractiveness of the BRZ's front end once you see it in person. Especially if it has a license plate on it.

If you've already seen it in person and still don't like the look, nevermind. :P

[CoryUyede]

Originally Posted by Enemies

You may be surprised by the attractiveness of the BRZ's front end once you see it in person. Especially if it has a license plate on it.

If you've already seen it in person and still don't like the look, nevermind. :P

This!

I didnt like the brz till i saw in person

[Dimman]

Originally Posted by CoryUyede

This!

I didnt like the brz till i saw in person

Same. I think part of it is the angle. Looking down at the 'mustache' makes it less noticeable, plus in-person you see it's textured and for some reason that seems to make it more subdued.

I quite prefer the looks of the BRZ now over the FR-S.

[CoryUyede]

Originally Posted by Dimman

Same. I think part of it is the angle. Looking down at the 'mustache' makes it less noticeable, plus in-person you see it's textured and for some reason that seems to make it more subdued.

I quite prefer the looks of the BRZ now over the FR-S.

I'm not quite as confident in saying i like the brz front more now than the frs, but it's as likeable as the fr-s after seeing them both up close. The HID's and LED's put the brz over the top for me

[YinYang1980]

i did not see the brz in personne, but i really dont like the front end.

[Sport-Tech]

Saw the car (FR-S) in person last night, and spent some time inside. The faux carbon-fibre looks a lot better in person, I quite liked it - especially in comparison to the fake metal in the BRZ. And the seat fabric is OK, but definitely not upscale. Dash looked MUCH better with the upgraded LCD HU. IP looked fantastic at night when lit up - clean white dial lettering, I much prefer it to the BRZ's red.

[Marloon]

Originally Posted by Enemies

In BC:

$29,295.00 - Limited 6MT
$1,595.00 - Freight and PDI
$125.00 - AC/Battery/Tire
$395.00 - Documentation Fee

Assuming the above is correct and I'm not missing anything...

$3769.20 - HST (12% Tax)

$35,179.20 - Total

Anybody talk to their dealer about final prices and/or find out about Doc Fees?

I walked into Subaru Richmond today to put a $1000 deposit on a White Limited 6MT. According to the sales manager, I am the third to ask for the same car. I am thinking of pulling out of the pre-order list because I know the car will not come for a long time AND I can allocate the $1000 deposit elsewhere while I wait.

To be honest, I did not like my experience at Richmond Subaru today. The sales manager pulled all of my information (credit card & license) but did not give me a receipt - he said that he will e-mail me the receipt in a couple of days once the credit card has been processed. Also, it was verbally agreed upon that the deposit was refundable - however, not written down which is what I would have preferred knowing that I have another refundable deposit at another subaru dealer for a WRB BRZ Limited 6MT and another Scion Dealership for a whiteout FR-S.

I also asked the sales manager about financing rates for the car - it should be 3.9-5.9 which are really high. At that price, percent, and with 0 down, I am looking at paying 647.87-680.11/mo. I still want to get a pricing quote for the insurance to see if i'll be fine as I am also financing another car at the same time. If it gets too hairy for me as this is a HUGE WANT (not a need), then I might have to admit that i am out.