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RRnold · 01-10-2013, 01:35 PM

I like the idea but if you're going to pull the back out more, slant the top more and make it a hatch.

ahausheer · 01-10-2013, 01:42 PM

Id like a hatch version in the same vein as the tC, and then kill off the tC. A useable back seat, coup looks, hatch practicality useable back seat. I could sacrifice a little performance/handling for slightly more practicality. Actually, just make the tC rear drive, and make it 220 or so hP (or reduce its weight) and that would be awesome.

WingsofWar · 01-10-2013, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Allch Chcar

The rear quarter glass looks smaller. :/

really? thought i made it larger, and taller over the stock quarter glass.

hmm

carbonBLUE · 01-10-2013, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by WingsofWar

really? thought i made it larger, and taller over the stock quarter glass.

hmm

its the c pillar and its size vs the window vs the stock appearance

Allch Chcar · 01-10-2013, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by WingsofWar

really? thought i made it larger, and taller over the stock quarter glass.

hmm

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Originally Posted by carbonBLUE

its the c pillar and its size vs the window vs the stock appearance

Whoops! It is bigger than the coupe's rear quarter window. I meant in comparison to the shooting brake in the article. Sorry for the confusion.

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Ericor · 01-14-2013, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Moshpit37

I've never been too fond of hot-hatches due to the FWD factor. Now, this, a 2-door, RWD (which is, I guess, where the "shooting brake" distinction comes in) is right up my alley. Keep as much of the handling of the FR-S as possible with a bit more cargo room? I'd trade mine in in a heartbeat.

My feelings exactly.

campy · 01-14-2013, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by WingsofWar

lulz

And here's the 4 door version:

PNW FRS · 01-14-2013, 01:27 AM

Those that refuse to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.

Toyota needs to go back and look how well the Lexus IS 300 Hatch worked out for them... seems the discerning auto enthusiasts out there didn't buy into "needing a bit more room in the back..."

I'm lucky to still drive a Lexus IS 300 and cringe when I see the elongated version on the road - which thankfully is not too often. Courtesy prevents me from posting a pix... but if you do a Google search on 'Lexus IS 300 Hatchback' you see what I mean. Regardless of whether a car is 2-door or 4-door... taking an good original design and adding sheet metal to create a variant... I dunno. This is right up there with Porsche creating the boat known as the HMS Panamerica.

If they need to make "improvements" then up the ante a bit with performance... Not dilute the essence of what is a great car.

(Edited since I wasn't trying to create an argument - just voicing an opinion (this IS a forum) and certainly not trying to disparage anyone elses opinion... or marginalize whatever needs they might have with their vehicle. Apologies if my original post offended anyone.)

Moshpit37 · 01-14-2013, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by PNW FRS

Those that refuse to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.

Toyota needs to go back and look how well the Lexus IS 300 Hatch worked out for them... seems the discerning auto enthusiasts out there didn't buy into "needing a bit more room in the back..."

I'm lucky to still drive a Lexus IS 300 and cringe when I see one on the road - which thankfully is not too often. Courtesy prevents me from posting a pix... but if you have a strong stomach, do a Google search on 'Lexus IS 300 Hatchback.'

WARNING: Have a barf bag close by...

If they need to make "improvements" then up the ante a bit with performance... Not dilute the essence of what is a great car. If I need to carry more groceries... I'll drive something designed to do so.

"Does this extra sheet metal make my ass look big?"

A: IS 300? Not a sports car; It is a 4-door sedan. Making an ugly car uglier is no basis for a relevant argument here.

B: For many people, the FR-S is the only car we have. Yes, it is my "grocery getter," and I'm damn proud to have the best looking car in the parking lot when I go. We had to make some lifestyle sacrifices to drive this wonderful car every day. If there were a new version that gave us some of that back whilst retaining the overall look and feel of the FR-S, why not?

C: Some people happen to like a big ass...

Turbowned · 01-14-2013, 09:17 AM

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Toyota GT86 Shooting Brake: The ’86 You’ll Never Admit To Wanting

Yeah, 'cause I don't!

MISTERLUCAS · 01-14-2013, 10:14 AM

I would do bad things for this...

johnnie · 01-14-2013, 11:03 AM

Do not want.

I'd rather have a focused model, like the S2000, than a market whore like the MINI lineup with a shitload of different models trying to cater to everyone and their dog.

Jesse · 01-14-2013, 11:11 AM

Want

Revird · 01-14-2013, 12:08 PM

It's great. I encourage Toyota to make as many FR cars as they want, whatever the styling.

01-10-2013, 01:35 PM	#57
RRnold 2 wheel member Join Date: Feb 2010 Drives: JZA80, 997.1, Taco Location: SoCal->NorCal Posts: 4,330 Thanks: 1,318 Thanked 938 Times in 480 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I like the idea but if you're going to pull the back out more, slant the top more and make it a hatch. __________________

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ahausheer Re-member Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: Toyota camry Location: S. Cali Posts: 1,001 Thanks: 98 Thanked 292 Times in 152 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Id like a hatch version in the same vein as the tC, and then kill off the tC. A useable back seat, coup looks, hatch practicality useable back seat. I could sacrifice a little performance/handling for slightly more practicality. Actually, just make the tC rear drive, and make it 220 or so hP (or reduce its weight) and that would be awesome. __________________ Nothing decays like progress, and nothing preserves like neglect.

01-14-2013, 01:27 AM	#64
PNW FRS Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 581 Thanks: 230 Thanked 342 Times in 189 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	Please... No! Those that refuse to learn from history are doomed to repeat it. Toyota needs to go back and look how well the Lexus IS 300 Hatch worked out for them... seems the discerning auto enthusiasts out there didn't buy into "needing a bit more room in the back..." I'm lucky to still drive a Lexus IS 300 and cringe when I see the elongated version on the road - which thankfully is not too often. Courtesy prevents me from posting a pix... but if you do a Google search on 'Lexus IS 300 Hatchback' you see what I mean. Regardless of whether a car is 2-door or 4-door... taking an good original design and adding sheet metal to create a variant... I dunno. This is right up there with Porsche creating the boat known as the HMS Panamerica. If they need to make "improvements" then up the ante a bit with performance... Not dilute the essence of what is a great car. (Edited since I wasn't trying to create an argument - just voicing an opinion (this IS a forum) and certainly not trying to disparage anyone elses opinion... or marginalize whatever needs they might have with their vehicle. Apologies if my original post offended anyone.) Last edited by PNW FRS; 01-14-2013 at 08:57 PM.

01-14-2013, 10:14 AM	#67
MISTERLUCAS Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: 2010 Toyota Yaris Location: Fall River MA Posts: 25 Thanks: 3 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I would do bad things for this... __________________ Coulda had a V8...

01-14-2013, 11:11 AM	#69
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01-14-2013, 11:03 AM	#68
johnnie Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: GT86 Location: Europe Posts: 90 Thanks: 25 Thanked 32 Times in 19 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Do not want. I'd rather have a focused model, like the S2000, than a market whore like the MINI lineup with a shitload of different models trying to cater to everyone and their dog.

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Revird Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: 3S Location: Earth Posts: 28 Thanks: 7 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	It's great. I encourage Toyota to make as many FR cars as they want, whatever the styling.

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