Are you getting the FR-S or the BRZ and why?

[Sleeperz]

Probably the FRS, since I get a decent discount on parts at the Toyota Dealership.
Which now also sells the SCION.

[CSSM]

The Subaru is more mature, and I like the brand a lot more that Scion. Where I live, the FRS will be on every street corner, but the BRZ will only be in my garage. I want a quality car with the image to go with it, as WolfpackS2k mentioned

[NemesisPrime909]

My vote goes to the FR-S I just hope i'll be able to get the newer head unit instead of that one that looks like it came from the first gen scions

my reason for choosing the FR-S is simple the BRZ sti hasn't come out yet and we have no idea when it will arrive

so better to get the lighter more agile version than eventually get the sti as a track car and then make the FR-S a daily

[NemesisPrime909]

Originally Posted by ryude

What's wrong with Scion? I'm just trying to figure out what is wrong with their cars, the image is different. I've never heard of Scion cars being unreliable or having poor quality parts. It's still a Toyota, and the customer service Scion dealerships have are definitely top 3 in the country right now.

the problem is Scions have a huge association with young kids

an association that many people don't like. However, said people fail to realize that yes , a lot of young people buy scions, but that in no way affects what type of car they are or their quality.

so if you do buy a Scion you maybe grouped together with wannabe hipsters, and what not, but that doesn't matter. All that matters is how you feel about the car

[2fast4you]

Originally Posted by NemesisPrime909

the problem is Scions have a huge association with young kids

an association that many people don't like. However, said people fail to realize that yes , a lot of young people buy scions, but that in no way affects what type of car they are or their quality.

so if you do buy a Scion you maybe grouped together with wannabe hipsters, and what not, but that doesn't matter. All that matters is how you feel about the car

I guess I don't understand the Scion vs. Subaru debate. I've attended my fair share of car shows, track days, and SEMA, and from my perspective it's the same crowd. Same age group, same passion, same exact people in many cases.

In relation to the FR-S/BRZ, it's the same car mechanically and the same material quality inside and out. The BRZ Premium and the base FR-S will be almost exactly the same except NAV, HIDs, front fascia, and color choice.

[ryude]

Originally Posted by 2fast4you

I guess I don't understand the Scion vs. Subaru debate. I've attended my fair share of car shows, track days, and SEMA, and from my perspective it's the same crowd. Same age group, same passion, same exact people in many cases.

In relation to the FR-S/BRZ, it's the same car mechanically and the same material quality inside and out. The BRZ Premium and the base FR-S will be almost exactly the same except NAV, HIDs, front fascia, and color choice.

+1
Subaru is the same thing as Scion.

[3scapist]

eh...Leaning more towards the BRZ now because I'm an indecisive bastard. I need to see them both in person. Pictures alone don't do it for me.

[aesthetect]

Originally Posted by KidWonder

Scion FR-S =21k
Subaru BRZ=24K

assuming this info is correct, and both being for the most base models, where are you guys getting your details on standard options for both the subaru and the toyota? i am newish here but ive been looking through teh forum and cant really find that info. anyway, besides minute differences in pricing/options, aesthetics, and brand image () these first round, naturally aspirated, non sti/trd models are gonna be the same car. with slightly different spring rates.

Originally Posted by pastuch

Your right, it makes perfect sense to pay Subaru a 35% surcharge because they love to kick Canadians in the balls. We should reward them with our business. Not only do we pay 35% extra, we pay 13% tax on that 35% extra.

I'm not going to say one more word against the people that choose to give Subaru money. I'm just going to shit all over the brand to anyone and everyone that will listen until they fix their retarded Canadian pricing.

doesnt it also make sense that subaru does this because they know the desirability of their awd capabilities in such climates? if true, this car will not necessarily fit under that same dogma.

[amilleri]

Well I plan on getting the FR-S, a couple of reasons is cause I have a few friends that work at toyota and get me extras

Then ever since I saw the concept I was like omg I'm getting that car, now that I've seen the 2013 release I still want the car, although a little less, loved the look of the old headlights.

The car use to look like a pissed off aggressive machine, the new headlights make it look like a smiley anime face.

That and my brother is the subaru guy, I'm the toyota guy and we love competing :P

[Foto]

I'll be picking up the FR-S. I like the looks better and for me it's all about the cheaper of the 2. Yeah, so what the Subie has some more options? I could care less. I'll have maybe 2 options picked out for the Scion, and I have a friend who can get me a deal on one. Yeah, if I had a little more money I might buy the BRZ, but I know what I want and that's cheap. The radio and lack of a few things doesn't bother me.. as long as I can get white and a 6 speed, I'm set on the Scion... for now.

[KidWonder]

Originally Posted by Foto

I'll be picking up the FR-S. I like the looks better and for me it's all about the cheaper of the 2. Yeah, so what the Subie has some more options? I could care less. I'll have maybe 2 options picked out for the Scion, and I have a friend who can get me a deal on one. Yeah, if I had a little more money I might buy the BRZ, but I know what I want and that's cheap. The radio and lack of a few things doesn't bother me.. as long as I can get white and a 6 speed, I'm set on the Scion... for now.

I agree 100%

[aesthetect]

Originally Posted by Foto

Yeah, so what the Subie has some more options?

what are the differences in standard and available options??