Michigan BRZ/FRS Random Chat and spotted thread. - Page 212 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Sevs753 · 08-28-2014, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Kayysonie

I still havent seen anyone here that has a Series Blue SWP/WRB BRZs here.

I might just be a cheapskate and get the STI style ground effects in Ebay....after this winter. lol.

I'll be installing my ebay knockoff STi lip on sunday. No use spending $400 on the official lip when it'll just get scratched.

Candlejack · 08-28-2014, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Sevs753

I'll be installing my ebay knockoff STi lip on sunday. No use spending $400 on the official lip when it'll just get scratched.

I'm aiming this route too. I had meant to pick up non-STi skirts and a "STi style" lip a month ago but I keep neglecting to actually SPEND THE MONEY.

Kayysonie · 08-28-2014, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Candlejack

I'm aiming this route too. I had meant to pick up non-STi skirts and a "STi style" lip a month ago but I keep neglecting to actually SPEND THE MONEY.

I feel you on that one. It's really cheap in Ebay.
I see about 350 for a complete set. Lip, side skirts, diffuser, and the little "wing" on the rear bumper.

Candlejack · 08-28-2014, 11:33 PM

Yeah not too bad at all. Jury is out on whether or not I want to pick up a rear diffuser. Might just go with the tiny side wings.

CallmeDave · 08-30-2014, 10:04 PM

On my way back from vacation driving the WRX I got a nod and a wave from Capt Slo here! I had to laugh when I said "Hey I know that guy" my Wife ask how and I said well I know him from the internet LOL

Kayysonie · 08-30-2014, 11:29 PM

I took my car to Washington DC this long weekend. Drove 10+ hours. And the weirdest thing happen. I did not spot any 86 at all.

Another thing I notice, people look at my car like it's a Ferrari. Although I did have painters tape just on the hood Lol.

I put one Michigan 86 sticker on my rear quarter window to represent. On my way to NJ now then home on Sunday.

Trowa_barton · 08-31-2014, 08:17 AM

Saw a sliver twin on 96 driving behind a black mx-5 on my way into work? Anybody here?

dsgerbc · 09-02-2014, 12:10 AM

Saw these on CL today, someone might want these here.
http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/pts/4632938789.html

NJ10 · 09-02-2014, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by dsgerbc

Saw these on CL today, someone might want these here.
http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/pts/4632938789.html

You can get the same STI wheels style new from a vendor for 950 shipped that too on 18x8.5. 1100 is a super steep price for these used IMO. These wheels are getting marked up quite a bit these days.

Edit : thanks for the scouting though.

dsgerbc · 09-02-2014, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by NJ10

the same STI wheels style

I'd take OEM quality any day over random "vendor" lookalike. The "vendor" only has to satisfy minimum standards to be able to sell their wheels, OEM quality control is far superior. Unless we're talking BBS as a 'vendor'.

vectordefense · 09-02-2014, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by dsgerbc

I'd take OEM quality any day over random "vendor" lookalike. The "vendor" only has to satisfy minimum standards to be able to sell their wheels, OEM quality control is far superior. Unless we're talking BBS as a 'vendor'.

Working with OEMs I can backup dsgerbc's assertions. Vehicle manufacturers spend thousands of hours on quality control and testing of wheels before they are selected.

Kayysonie · 09-02-2014, 08:59 AM

I think NJ10's point is that you can buy the same wheels (OEM STI, whatever) for cheaper than 1100 at other vendors.

Yeah people selling stuff on craigslist is not just some "vendor".

dsgerbc · 09-02-2014, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Kayysonie

I think NJ10's point is that you can buy the same wheels (OEM STI, whatever) for cheaper than 1100 at other vendors.

Yeah people selling stuff on craigslist is not just some "vendor".

Yeah, "the same", in 18x8.5 size.

Sevs753 · 09-02-2014, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by dsgerbc

Saw these on CL today, someone might want these here.
http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/pts/4632938789.html

Man, I want those so bad. They're my favorite wheel. $1100 is still too steep for them, IMO.

Quote:

Originally Posted by dsgerbc

Yeah, "the same", in 18x8.5 size.

FWIW, in Japan, STi offers those wheels in both 17x7 and 18x7.5.

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08-30-2014, 11:29 PM	#2960
Kayysonie Badass Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: 2014 SWP BRZ Limited Location: Near Detroit Zoo Posts: 342 Thanks: 60 Thanked 68 Times in 48 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I took my car to Washington DC this long weekend. Drove 10+ hours. And the weirdest thing happen. I did not spot any 86 at all. Another thing I notice, people look at my car like it's a Ferrari. Although I did have painters tape just on the hood Lol. I put one Michigan 86 sticker on my rear quarter window to represent. On my way to NJ now then home on Sunday.

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Trowa_barton Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Drives: TRD FRS Location: Brighton Mi Posts: 19 Thanks: 9 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Saw a sliver twin on 96 driving behind a black mx-5 on my way into work? Anybody here?

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dsgerbc Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: BRZ(sold), STI Location: A2, MI Posts: 1,915 Thanks: 176 Thanked 419 Times in 241 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Saw these on CL today, someone might want these here. http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/pts/4632938789.html

09-02-2014, 08:59 AM	#2966
Kayysonie Badass Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: 2014 SWP BRZ Limited Location: Near Detroit Zoo Posts: 342 Thanks: 60 Thanked 68 Times in 48 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I think NJ10's point is that you can buy the same wheels (OEM STI, whatever) for cheaper than 1100 at other vendors. Yeah people selling stuff on craigslist is not just some "vendor".

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