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Although I'm pretty sure there's a reason why Toyota never invested into dual clutch gearboxes, it's probably due to durability and reliability and cost reasons. How would you guys feel if and when Toyota does decide to offer a manual with the new Supra, but only for the base 4 cylinder model? |
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how much less do you think it will be? the price differences between the TT and NA Supra was like $10k. so assuming the 6 cylinder cost $50k-$55k i would think a 4 cylinder model would be around $40k-$45k. and that begs the question, would anyone really pay that much for the reportedly 262hp 4 cylinder model?
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The 6 cylinder will be over $60K, I believe. So, if there is a $15K difference between the 6 and 4 then yes, I think there will be a market for it.....if it comes here.
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just my opinion, but Toyota should price the I6 Supra around the C7 and not above it. |
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Eh, the 4C is over $55K and is more like a civilized Lotus Elise than it is a Cayman. The Cayman can be used as a daily without a problem. The Supra 4 looks to be that kind of a car.
We see people on this very forum taking a $30K 86 or BRZ and then adding FI and everything that comes with it which puts the modified price of the car near $40K. With the Supra 4 you would get factory reliability, a warranty and probably a lot more bells and whistle for not a whole lot more. I do not think for a moment that the Supra is going to be a big seller but I do think that there are those that will buy both the 4 and the 6. Enough so to keep it in production longer than the 4C.
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personally i would rather see a stripped out version with the I6 as an entry level model for those that are considered about weight and price. kinda like with the SE Supra, no leather, powerseats, heated/cool seats, navigation system, wing, and etc.
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I would buy the Corvette instead but I would probably go C6. I have never really liked the looks of the C7 personally. And, if I was in the market for a $40K car, instead of the Supra 4, I would probably go with a Camaro SS1 or Mustang GT. But there are a lot of people that still look down on American cars who will opt for the Supra. To be honest, the BMW drivetrain is a major turn-off for me. I have had it with German engineered cars!
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I agree the 4C isn't the best comparison in determining the 4 cyl Supra's future but I think it does show a very limited market for RWD 4 cyl 2 seater coupes above $40 K...and it will be quite tough to compete against the Cayman as it has the brand prestige, offers a stick, has multiple trims and is flat out more exotic due to the drivetrain layout..
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Would be even lighter-weight, have better weight distribution, and cost even less |
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same here, C7 looks like crap. i have own tons of BMWs. the main issues for me was electrical problems and water leakage. Quote:
1. Supra has always had 6 cylinders. 2. its suppose to be Toyota's flagship and halo car. 3. dont think BMW would allow Toyota to undercut them by that much. 4. $35k for a 4 cyl Supra? might as well close up shop on the 86. :p |
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"Because it's always been that way" is never a good answer...
I love inline 6 for aesthetic reasons, but I4 = less weight and with engine c.g. further aft. Quote:
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In any case, if a better car came along for similar $$$ to the 86 and dents its sales to the point that the 86 is 86'd, so what, now there's a better car for the same $$$! |
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