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Tanuki · 10-19-2009, 02:16 PM

Hi I am new. i drive an sti and an ae86 so this is like my dream car !

YourFearlessLeader · 10-19-2009, 02:44 PM

Hey guys,

Just stopping in to say hi
Can't wait to trade in my tC for this, as long as the concept looks similar to the production model (probably not).

MODyssey · 10-19-2009, 03:06 PM

Hello! Love the forum and LOVE the car. I'll be replacing my 97 Celica with a black FT-86...that red is sweet though. I've always said I'd never own a red car (cop magnet) but that color red actually has me thinking I'd have to have it if it were available on the production model. I just can't tell my wife the color is named after a monkey's red ass or I'd never hear the end of it. I'll probably stick with black though...decisions, decisions.

I also drive a 67 Camaro that's being converted to an exact replica of Lane Meyer's car in the old 80's flick Better Off Dead, and a rare black/black 85.5 Pininfarina Spider (my wife's show winner).

I hope they make a 1:18 diecast of the concept as I'm a collector as well.

I have plenty of time to start saving now. Bring on 2011!!!

PuGZoR · 10-19-2009, 08:10 PM

Newbie here, from Australia. Hoping that we get it and it isn't ridiculously priced! Hopefully Toyota Australia don't grab for cash like they do with the Prius. Actually, I'm hoping that Australia actually gets it at all. We're not a major market like Japan and the US, but we do have a large RWD fanbase due to our domestic manufacturers going that way with their flagship models. (Holden Commodore [Pontiac G6 and G8?] and Ford Falcon)

I've posted this on other forums regarding pricing, because I think that'll be the make-or-break for this car. If they want to infiltrate the younger markets that I think they were aiming for in the original scope, they need to be competitive. I reckon there'll be three trims available:

Budget/Basic:
Bare bottom model! This would possibly even have wind up windows (if Toyota even makes them anymore), steel wheels, basic CD/Mp3 player, cloth seats, etc. Not the fastest thing on the road, but good enough to be fun. My estimate: AU$29000 to AU$32000 by the time you get it out of the showroom. We get the lowest grade Subaru Impreza here for a touch under that so I can't see why we couldn't get the FT86 at that price in its most basic form.

Comfort:
Inhanced for maximum driver comfort, this model will have little or nothing in the way of performance upgrades, but will provide a lot of common options. Power everything, CD-stacker, maybe a premium audio package, possibly a race-inspired interior, maybe a spoiler, alloy wheels (16-17"?) and similar. Dare I say this grade may have colours available for exterior and interior that aren't available in the lower spec too? I'd estimate this to weigh in at an extra AU$5000 above the base model. AU$34000 to AU$37000.

Sports:
The model we all want but might not be able to afford. Probably will come standard with power everything, spoiler and alloy wheels, maybe a different front bumper too, but will alloy everything to be upgraded at extra cost to the comfort spec. Biggest improvement will be to performance, with tighter shocks, slightly lower ride height, and a subtle power gain through de-de-tuning or hopefully a mild turbocharger system. Even though it won't be as comfortable inside, I'd guess AU$39000 to AU$42000 for it, if not a touch more depending on whether they do go turbo or not.

Can only hope though and wait!

Gost · 10-19-2009, 10:08 PM

Integra owner from NY. I love my freaking integra because of how it drives on the highway when im cruising. Its hard to describe how fun it is when I cruise the highway in my teg, even tho the body is beaten up and it's not very fast.

I found this forum from that exclusive nurburgring video off autoblog. I've been following the news of cars coming out of Asia for the past year. I'm hoping for competition among the Japanese companies to bring back the lightweight sports cars like in the 80s and early 90s. I was also following the rumors on a potential Nissan S16, as a successor to the S15, but sadly those were just rumors.

qqw1981 · 10-19-2009, 10:29 PM

hello everyone
Im Sam from jax, FL
I was trying to get a honda civic Si
but now ae86 is coming back!!

OrangeP33l · 10-19-2009, 11:34 PM

Sup everyone. I cant' believe there's a clubsite to this already! Fell in love with the FT86 at first sight. If things go right, hopefully this will be my first car (and assuming it comes to Canada).

Shiri Juu FT86 · 10-20-2009, 02:15 AM

Hello Hello just dropping by checking out that site and info cant wait for this car to come out

RWD_only · 10-20-2009, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ashybone

whats good guys. Another Houstonian checkin in. currently drive a toyota camry (tranny went out) and a 3000GT VR-4 (when it wants to work. yall wit miatas dont know shit about breaking down.)

My miata is special. I got the super rare Alfa Romeo edition miata.

I won't lie, the ITBs were nice.

cyde01 · 10-20-2009, 02:25 PM

hi just joined. i drive an 05 s2k. i love the car but i would love to drive something similar with a roof, back seat, and rear hatch. i really hope the ft-86 is a hatch.

Mr. Sociable · 10-20-2009, 05:17 PM

Hey all, joined this forum a few days ago, been on ft-86.com for a while. I drive an '05 Saab 9-2X Aero, so I guess you could say I have a thing for weird 2-manufacturer cars.

dyeang · 10-20-2009, 08:56 PM

Hello fellow FT-86ers, my name is Dara from Kentucky, just wanted to say "Hi" to everyone.
When I first read about the ft-86 on pressroom.toyota.com, I couldn't stop smiling. All day at work I was smiling and I work at Toyota and the most exciting thing to look at is the IS-F across the street at our Lexus lot haha.
I drive an '08 xB right now and was looking at something more fun to drive, I love the xB for it's practicality but I want and yern for a lightweight, RWD. A used S2K was all I can think of that is within my budget. I'm happy now that I have something to look forward to and it's coming from TOYOTA!
Will be happy to get to know everyone much better on this forum.

subyota · 10-21-2009, 12:19 AM

hola everyone! i want my rwd!

Blokatos · 10-21-2009, 03:41 AM

Hello everyone.

I am from Greece and I currently drive a MX5 2005 MY. I loved the Toyota-Subaru concept from the begining. As an insider (I was an automotive journalist) I know about it for quite some time.

I am a big fan of boxer engines and rwd sports cars. Now these are about to be mixed in one car and if price is right I will be selling my MX5.

10-20-2009, 02:15 AM	#64
Shiri Juu FT86 I GOTTA BIG EGO!!!!!! Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: Mazda 6, 240sx Location: ATL Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Hello Hello just dropping by checking out that site and info cant wait for this car to come out __________________ If there's no one hating on you, you ain't doin it right. - Katt W

10-19-2009, 02:16 PM	#57
Tanuki Turtle Factory Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: Mint M3 Location: PDX Posts: 1,286 Thanks: 1,021 Thanked 613 Times in 312 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	Hi I am new. i drive an sti and an ae86 so this is like my dream car !

10-19-2009, 03:06 PM	#59
MODyssey My Other Car (below) Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: 67 Camaro, 85.5 Pininfarina Spider Location: Seattle Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Hello! Love the forum and LOVE the car. I'll be replacing my 97 Celica with a black FT-86...that red is sweet though. I've always said I'd never own a red car (cop magnet) but that color red actually has me thinking I'd have to have it if it were available on the production model. I just can't tell my wife the color is named after a monkey's red ass or I'd never hear the end of it. I'll probably stick with black though...decisions, decisions. I also drive a 67 Camaro that's being converted to an exact replica of Lane Meyer's car in the old 80's flick Better Off Dead, and a rare black/black 85.5 Pininfarina Spider (my wife's show winner). I hope they make a 1:18 diecast of the concept as I'm a collector as well. I have plenty of time to start saving now. Bring on 2011!!!

10-19-2009, 08:10 PM	#60
PuGZoR Long time obsessor Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: AE86 & depressing SUV Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 230 Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Newbie here, from Australia. Hoping that we get it and it isn't ridiculously priced! Hopefully Toyota Australia don't grab for cash like they do with the Prius. Actually, I'm hoping that Australia actually gets it at all. We're not a major market like Japan and the US, but we do have a large RWD fanbase due to our domestic manufacturers going that way with their flagship models. (Holden Commodore [Pontiac G6 and G8?] and Ford Falcon) I've posted this on other forums regarding pricing, because I think that'll be the make-or-break for this car. If they want to infiltrate the younger markets that I think they were aiming for in the original scope, they need to be competitive. I reckon there'll be three trims available: Budget/Basic: Bare bottom model! This would possibly even have wind up windows (if Toyota even makes them anymore), steel wheels, basic CD/Mp3 player, cloth seats, etc. Not the fastest thing on the road, but good enough to be fun. My estimate: AU$29000 to AU$32000 by the time you get it out of the showroom. We get the lowest grade Subaru Impreza here for a touch under that so I can't see why we couldn't get the FT86 at that price in its most basic form. Comfort: Inhanced for maximum driver comfort, this model will have little or nothing in the way of performance upgrades, but will provide a lot of common options. Power everything, CD-stacker, maybe a premium audio package, possibly a race-inspired interior, maybe a spoiler, alloy wheels (16-17"?) and similar. Dare I say this grade may have colours available for exterior and interior that aren't available in the lower spec too? I'd estimate this to weigh in at an extra AU$5000 above the base model. AU$34000 to AU$37000. Sports: The model we all want but might not be able to afford. Probably will come standard with power everything, spoiler and alloy wheels, maybe a different front bumper too, but will alloy everything to be upgraded at extra cost to the comfort spec. Biggest improvement will be to performance, with tighter shocks, slightly lower ride height, and a subtle power gain through de-de-tuning or hopefully a mild turbocharger system. Even though it won't be as comfortable inside, I'd guess AU$39000 to AU$42000 for it, if not a touch more depending on whether they do go turbo or not. Can only hope though and wait!

10-19-2009, 10:29 PM	#62
qqw1981 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: honda Location: jacksonville Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	hello everyone Im Sam from jax, FL I was trying to get a honda civic Si but now ae86 is coming back!!

10-19-2009, 11:34 PM	#63
OrangeP33l the orangest of them all Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: Toyota Corolla '01 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Sup everyone. I cant' believe there's a clubsite to this already! Fell in love with the FT86 at first sight. If things go right, hopefully this will be my first car (and assuming it comes to Canada).

10-20-2009, 02:25 PM	#66
cyde01 ft86club resident b-boy Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: Yamaha R3, moonslate 2018 GT Black Location: LA Area So Cal Posts: 1,214 Thanks: 142 Thanked 208 Times in 101 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	hi just joined. i drive an 05 s2k. i love the car but i would love to drive something similar with a roof, back seat, and rear hatch. i really hope the ft-86 is a hatch.

10-20-2009, 05:17 PM	#67
Mr. Sociable Hombabe Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: 2014 BRZ Location: Colorado Posts: 75 Thanks: 2 Thanked 53 Times in 16 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Hey all, joined this forum a few days ago, been on ft-86.com for a while. I drive an '05 Saab 9-2X Aero, so I guess you could say I have a thing for weird 2-manufacturer cars.

10-20-2009, 08:56 PM	#68
dyeang Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: 2008 Scion xB Location: Kentucky Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Hello fellow FT-86ers, my name is Dara from Kentucky, just wanted to say "Hi" to everyone. When I first read about the ft-86 on pressroom.toyota.com, I couldn't stop smiling. All day at work I was smiling and I work at Toyota and the most exciting thing to look at is the IS-F across the street at our Lexus lot haha. I drive an '08 xB right now and was looking at something more fun to drive, I love the xB for it's practicality but I want and yern for a lightweight, RWD. A used S2K was all I can think of that is within my budget. I'm happy now that I have something to look forward to and it's coming from TOYOTA! Will be happy to get to know everyone much better on this forum.

10-21-2009, 12:19 AM	#69
subyota Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: Stage IV '03 WRX Location: La La Land Posts: 13 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	hola everyone! i want my rwd!

10-21-2009, 03:41 AM	#70
Blokatos Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: MX5 Miata Mk2.5 1.6 Location: Here Posts: 132 Thanks: 86 Thanked 19 Times in 16 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Hello everyone. I am from Greece and I currently drive a MX5 2005 MY. I loved the Toyota-Subaru concept from the begining. As an insider (I was an automotive journalist) I know about it for quite some time. I am a big fan of boxer engines and rwd sports cars. Now these are about to be mixed in one car and if price is right I will be selling my MX5.

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