2017 BRZ VS Current BRZ

[krayzie]

Go test drive the current one first. If you need to get moving just downshift and rev it out. If you like to drive lazy then there is no replacement for displacement.

This kind of midrange torque dip is nothing new, even Porsches have that.

Myself I went with a little higher clamping pressure clutch and clutch cover setup, that alone gave me a better feel of acceleration.

[TheWatersBoy]

I've test drove the current model a couple times, and I really, really enjoyed every second of it. And I'm looking for as much driving engagement as possible.

Let me throw this out there. I know we can play the what if game all day and all night, but if the 2016 and 2017 cost the exact same amount, which would you take and why?

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[Sport-Tech]

While running up the revs is often fun, having some mid-range grunt has its advantages - you don't have to have the car screaming like a banshee and attracting unwanted attention in order to make a quick pass in dense traffic.

[Oxyg3n]

Originally Posted by TheWatersBoy

I've test drove the current model a couple times, and I really, really enjoyed every second of it. And I'm looking for as much driving engagement as possible.

Let me throw this out there. I know we can play the what if game all day and all night, but if the 2016 and 2017 cost the exact same amount, which would you take and why?

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I'd take the 2017 because for some reason I think the tachometer looks so much better haha. Also it seems like they eliminated the torque dip everyone is talking about. (I'm one of those people that likes to use stock parts) And I just feel like if I'm going to pay for a brand new car why not get the most up to date look..not that the older ones look bad at all though.

[Bman117]

Originally Posted by TheWatersBoy

Wow, that's a long wait. But they haven't started taking orders for the 2017 just yet, and it's scheduled to hit the lots in September. So if I order soon, maybe....

Not sure about your area, but I have already ordered my 2017 at the start of this month.

[Oxyg3n]

Originally Posted by Bman117

Not sure about your area, but I have already ordered my 2017 at the start of this month.

I thought you have to negotiate before placing an order?

[TheWatersBoy]

Originally Posted by Bman117

Not sure about your area, but I have already ordered my 2017 at the start of this month.

How is that possible when they haven't released specs, pricing, or basically any information other than what's in that video? Did they give you a price or any information on when it will arrive or anything that may shed some light for the rest of us?

[krayzie]

I think because the factory has already started producing the 2017 cars ("E" chassis) it would be impossible to order a 2016 ("D" chassis).

I think someone already posted that Subaru started taking orders for the new car at the beginning of this month. The dealer probably just ask for a deposit to be in line even if nothing is finalized yet.

If price is no object I would take a 2017 with Performance Pack, get the best base as possible.

[funwheeldrive]

Wait for the magazine reviews at least and see what the verdict is.

Also, keep in mind that buying a first year refresh could have issues like when the MY13s came out. You might have more quirks with your car than the MY18 or MY19. It should all be covered under warranty though.

Just don't get disappointed if they announce something even better a year after you get your car.

[nikitopo]

Originally Posted by TheWatersBoy

Wow, that's a long wait. But they haven't started taking orders for the 2017 just yet, and it's scheduled to hit the lots in September. So if I order soon, maybe....

If you manage to place a new order now, then you'll get it faster. You'll be early in the queue. In fact you might get it as soon as they start the new production and start shipping the first cars. This is what happened to my when I ordered the 2015 model. I had to wait 6 months because the production was over and I had to wait for the new production cycle. They don't make these cars the whole year. They stop the production in specific months and build other models to speed a bit the high demand.

[nikitopo]

Originally Posted by TheWatersBoy

I know we can play the what if game all day and all night, but if the 2016 and 2017 cost the exact same amount, which would you take and why?

If they cost the same, then order the 2017 model. In fact it'll be cheaper because it is already modified a bit by the factory.

[nikitopo]

Originally Posted by funwheeldrive

Also, keep in mind that buying a first year refresh could have issues like when the MY13s came out. You might have more quirks with your car than the MY18 or MY19. It should all be covered under warranty though.

Come on guys, they are not so many differences. It is just a model refresh. When the car first came out it was an entirely new platform. I don't expect to see any important issues. The most possible, no issues at all.

[funwheeldrive]

Originally Posted by nikitopo

Come on guys, they are not so many differences. It is just a model refresh. When the car first came out it was an entirely new platform. I don't expect to see any important issues. The most possible, no issues at all.

I didn't mean any huge failures. Just things like leaky taillights or peeling steering wheels. New pieces that haven't stood the test of time yet.

[mav1178]

Originally Posted by TheWatersBoy

Let me throw this out there. I know we can play the what if game all day and all night, but if the 2016 and 2017 cost the exact same amount, which would you take and why?

Considering you want to mod, I'd go with 2016.

Why? Because all the "improvements" on the 2017 are easily replaced with aftermarket mods.

Originally Posted by Bman117

Not sure about your area, but I have already ordered my 2017 at the start of this month.

Dealers can take orders at any time. Whether they have a firm commitment from the factory is another story.

-alex