Why did you choose the BRZ over the FRS? - Page 6 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

DeepHunta · 02-06-2013, 12:57 AM

"Push Button to Start" stock on the Limited trim. That's it.

I was specific to ask the Scion delearship if they could install it, but they said no so BRZ it is.

campy · 02-06-2013, 01:07 AM

I've gotta ask, why does it seem like the HID's are the #1 reason why everyone here picked the BRZ over the FRS?

fatoni · 02-06-2013, 01:29 AM

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Originally Posted by campy

I've gotta ask, why does it seem like the HID's are the #1 reason why everyone here picked the BRZ over the FRS?

because its the most significant difference and its probably the only thing that is objectively better

CTB727 · 02-06-2013, 01:43 AM

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Originally Posted by campy

I've gotta ask, why does it seem like the HID's are the #1 reason why everyone here picked the BRZ over the FRS?

Drive a car with HID's and a car with halogens back to back. It makes a HUGE difference, especially in areas that don't have a lot of street lighting.

Not only is it for looks, but it's a SAFETY feature most importantly.

ishiscray · 02-06-2013, 03:36 AM

All of the amenities personally won me over. I've really grown attached to my heated seats, heated mirrors, push start, and never having to take keys out of my pocket.

The HIDs, nav, LEDs, leather, badge, etc. don't hurt either.

uspspro · 02-06-2013, 04:06 AM

The premium BRZ model had my favorite options among all 3 cars (BRZ-L, BRZ-P and FRS).

1) I like the BRZ front bumper a lot more (not the mouthguard, but the overall lines/shapes).
2) I like the BRZ headlights more. First the aesthetics, and second that they are HID.
3) I like the BRZ-P seats the best. I like the cloth more than the FRS cloth, no red panels, but still without leather.
4) All black gauges
5) Navigation
6) Stiffer front springs ... low on my list since they will be changed one day.

DEnd · 02-06-2013, 04:17 AM

I haven't bought one yet, and probably won't for a while (I've never been in debt and don't want to start so I gotta save my pennies). But the main reasons I want the BRZ over the FRS are:

#1 I think the BRZ's interior looks a bit better.
#2 Fog lights
#3 Alcantara seats
#4 I think the front end looks a bit better.

Things I don't really care about
#1 Nav unit, for the most part my phone is all I need. If I need something else I'll get a map.
#2 HIDs. Yep I know they are better, but they are not a driving reason for my decision.

That said considering I will likely buy the car used (not necessarily though), If the right FRS comes along at the right price I'll hop on it in a heart beat.

kchkwan · 02-06-2013, 05:03 AM

LED DRL is mandatory in a new car for me... so are HIDs...
I enjoy the FR-S look but couldn't stand the interior.
I'm like the subie badge btr than scion, but i would take a toyota badge over them both.
Though I really wanted WRB :O

swift996 · 02-06-2013, 10:14 AM

- The emblem, it's hard to drive a Porsche, BMW, and a Scion. I probably wouldn't mind the Toyota GT86 but I'd hate to rep Scion. I thought it was a poor decision and a company who turned their back on sports cars like others did.

- HIDs, they just look better

- The front end looks better to me, I think over time it will stay relevant. It's more classic styling relative to it's twin.

- The limited trim option. I wanted an interior that had some better elements.

- Technology, I wanted the key-less/remote start. It's 2013 and I've never had that luxury. I'm very happy with my decision.

industrial · 02-06-2013, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by campy

I've gotta ask, why does it seem like the HID's are the #1 reason why everyone here picked the BRZ over the FRS?

The BRZ lights are awesome, that's why. HID with the light stripe swoosh is a pretty nice touch. They come blacked out. I honestly can't think of any headlights I like better on any production car. The FRS lights all chromed out with halogen drls are terrible. They remind me of the difference between the JDM projectors and USDM chrome neon lights on the 02' wrx.

chenshuo · 02-06-2013, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by campy

I've gotta ask, why does it seem like the HID's are the #1 reason why everyone here picked the BRZ over the FRS?

i'm wondering about that too! the main reason i got the brz is the interior.

was385 · 02-06-2013, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by chenshuo

i'm wondering about that too! the main reason i got the brz is the interior.

Yeah, the HIDs are a nice touch, but the FRS interior looks like a cheap rental car and I wanted something a little better.

AlexTheGreek · 02-06-2013, 12:03 PM

I don't do meth so I don't drive a Scion.

Calin · 02-06-2013, 12:06 PM

Everyone already gave the reasons I chose a BRZ, but I figured I'd contribute also.

1. HID lights
2. leather/alcantara seats (I hate cloth seats)
3. Navigation
4. I like the front bumper on the BRZ much more
5. keyless entry FTW!
6. push start button
7. I'm also not a huge fan of Scion. Subaru has a much better reputation in my opinion. No offense to any FRS guys. I do like the FRS, I just prefer my BRZ

02-06-2013, 12:57 AM	#71
DeepHunta Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: '05 Outback Wgn, '05 Lotus Elise Location: WA Posts: 543 Thanks: 21 Thanked 99 Times in 67 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	"Push Button to Start" stock on the Limited trim. That's it. I was specific to ask the Scion delearship if they could install it, but they said no so BRZ it is. __________________ Proud ex-owner of GBS 6MT BRZ Limited. Pre-ordered on Feb-29-2012, got VIN on 5/19 with ETA 6/6, arrived early on 6/2, but still didn't pick it up until Jun-6-2012. Recently sold the Buuurz as of 4/21/2014

02-06-2013, 10:14 AM	#79
swift996 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: Subaru BRZ Limited 6MT Location: Winston-Salem, NC Posts: 2,432 Thanks: 712 Thanked 955 Times in 545 Posts Mentioned: 47 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	- The emblem, it's hard to drive a Porsche, BMW, and a Scion. I probably wouldn't mind the Toyota GT86 but I'd hate to rep Scion. I thought it was a poor decision and a company who turned their back on sports cars like others did. - HIDs, they just look better - The front end looks better to me, I think over time it will stay relevant. It's more classic styling relative to it's twin. - The limited trim option. I wanted an interior that had some better elements. - Technology, I wanted the key-less/remote start. It's 2013 and I've never had that luxury. I'm very happy with my decision. __________________ Innovate Supercharged Black Limited BRZ 6-Speed MT(Build Thread) 2010 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan M6 w/550whp (Build Thread)

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campy No rice, no life Join Date: Dec 2012 Drives: 2013 Asphalt FR-S Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 1,143 Thanks: 266 Thanked 1,019 Times in 388 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I've gotta ask, why does it seem like the HID's are the #1 reason why everyone here picked the BRZ over the FRS?

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ishiscray Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: 2013 AT Black BRZ Limited Location: Issaquah, WA Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	All of the amenities personally won me over. I've really grown attached to my heated seats, heated mirrors, push start, and never having to take keys out of my pocket. The HIDs, nav, LEDs, leather, badge, etc. don't hurt either.

02-06-2013, 04:06 AM	#76
uspspro Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: DGM BRZ, MR-S 3.5L V6 swap (sold) Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 602 Thanks: 28 Thanked 188 Times in 121 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	The premium BRZ model had my favorite options among all 3 cars (BRZ-L, BRZ-P and FRS). 1) I like the BRZ front bumper a lot more (not the mouthguard, but the overall lines/shapes). 2) I like the BRZ headlights more. First the aesthetics, and second that they are HID. 3) I like the BRZ-P seats the best. I like the cloth more than the FRS cloth, no red panels, but still without leather. 4) All black gauges 5) Navigation 6) Stiffer front springs ... low on my list since they will be changed one day.

02-06-2013, 04:17 AM	#77
DEnd Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: anyone seen my steering wheel? Location: Double Shoals, NC Posts: 121 Thanks: 3 Thanked 23 Times in 12 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I haven't bought one yet, and probably won't for a while (I've never been in debt and don't want to start so I gotta save my pennies). But the main reasons I want the BRZ over the FRS are: #1 I think the BRZ's interior looks a bit better. #2 Fog lights #3 Alcantara seats #4 I think the front end looks a bit better. Things I don't really care about #1 Nav unit, for the most part my phone is all I need. If I need something else I'll get a map. #2 HIDs. Yep I know they are better, but they are not a driving reason for my decision. That said considering I will likely buy the car used (not necessarily though), If the right FRS comes along at the right price I'll hop on it in a heart beat.

02-06-2013, 05:03 AM	#78
kchkwan Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: Subaru BRZ Location: Toronto Posts: 118 Thanks: 4 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	LED DRL is mandatory in a new car for me... so are HIDs... I enjoy the FR-S look but couldn't stand the interior. I'm like the subie badge btr than scion, but i would take a toyota badge over them both. Though I really wanted WRB :O

02-06-2013, 12:06 PM	#84
Calin VTEC just kicked in, yo! Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: World Rally Blue BRZ - 6MT Location: SoCal Posts: 253 Thanks: 83 Thanked 124 Times in 58 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Everyone already gave the reasons I chose a BRZ, but I figured I'd contribute also. 1. HID lights 2. leather/alcantara seats (I hate cloth seats) 3. Navigation 4. I like the front bumper on the BRZ much more 5. keyless entry FTW! 6. push start button 7. I'm also not a huge fan of Scion. Subaru has a much better reputation in my opinion. No offense to any FRS guys. I do like the FRS, I just prefer my BRZ

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