Inspection of New FR-S - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Still Tripped · 03-22-2013, 02:00 PM

Hey All!

I ordered a new FR-S in late January, and should be at the dealer ready for pick-up around early to mid April. My question is: What should I look for on my inspection before driving it off the lot? Is there anything specific I should be looking for with these cars (or any new vehicle in general) or questions I should be asking? I know there will be a lot of excitement, but I want to be sure that I don't overlook anything at the time of inspection that may give me a headache later on. Any feedback would be helpful! Thanks!

Captain_Awesome_Pants · 03-22-2013, 02:22 PM

You certainly must... and I can't stress this enough... make sure its sitting on 4 wheels.

All joking aside, nothing you wouldn't be mindful of on any car. Make sure its got exactly what you ordered, look for smaller things you DIDN'T order (extra mats, clear-bra etc), and look for any known common issues like tail light inner condensation, maybe paint chips/swirls (you're almost guaranteed swirls if they washed it) etc. That's really about it. Certainly want to remember how it sounds the day you drive it off the lot. No music. Try to use that as a baseline for anything that crops up later.

Oh yeah, and if it has a Bespoke in it, bodyslam the salesperson to the concrete until they replace it.

Wes · 03-22-2013, 02:28 PM

Pretty much what Awesome pants said, and if you don't want your front bumper drilled for front plates make sure they know

Still Tripped · 03-22-2013, 02:59 PM

Thanks! I was also told not to inspect if the car is wet. or an evening pickup....say sunny day vs. overcast/evening. Scratched underbody from unload?

Captain_Awesome_Pants · 03-22-2013, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Still Tripped

Thanks! I was also told not to inspect if the car is wet. or an evening pickup....say sunny day vs. overcast/evening. Scratched underbody from unload?

Those are pretty good rules too, but aren't dealbreakers in my book since you can easily pull it under a bright light to check and carry a flashlight. Most places would gladly oblige you.

CrazyWookiee · 03-22-2013, 03:10 PM

- rips and tears in seat
- car was filled with premium. NOT regular.
- locking lug key included
- tie down hole is plugged properly
- scratches on door sills
- scratches on inner lower door panel
- removal of dealer decals (if you care)
- proper tires that you want (either the Michelin Primacy, or the Bridgestones. I'm not gonna suggest which ones better, its personal preference)

eddieEndo · 03-22-2013, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Still Tripped

Hey All!

I ordered a new FR-S in late January, and should be at the dealer ready for pick-up around early to mid April. My question is: What should I look for on my inspection before driving it off the lot? Is there anything specific I should be looking for with these cars (or any new vehicle in general) or questions I should be asking? I know there will be a lot of excitement, but I want to be sure that I don't overlook anything at the time of inspection that may give me a headache later on. Any feedback would be helpful! Thanks!

leaky tail lights and a "cricket noise" from the fuel pump are stuff you should watch for! also make sure when they fill your tank up they do so with 91 not 87

dun3 · 03-22-2013, 04:02 PM

^what they all said... But I like the bespoke system. Dont use the Navi, but for music, and bluetooth connectivity, it's not that bad imo

FRSfan111 · 03-22-2013, 04:05 PM

The stock Oem has Bluetooth and voice calling too...no need to pay extra.

dem00n · 03-22-2013, 04:11 PM

Check this out as well...

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bG7oVjg77o"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bG7oVjg77o[/ame]

Captain_Awesome_Pants · 03-22-2013, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dun3

^what they all said... But I like the bespoke system. Dont use the Navi, but for music, and bluetooth connectivity, it's not that bad imo

The stock unit does all that. Bespoke is a complete waste of money and has zero customer support.

See also: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29452

L3P47 · 03-22-2013, 04:38 PM

I would suggest telling them not to wash your car. Rest assure if they do they'll use a brush.

5hairpins · 03-22-2013, 04:59 PM

Per CrazyWookie above:
- tie down hole is plugged properly
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showp...3&postcount=42

The gromets should either be installed or in the glovebox. Otherwise you will have to buy them online like I did.

whaap · 03-22-2013, 05:13 PM

If by any chance your car is white, ask them if they eliminated the rail dust. If they didn't you will start to notice small little rust spots all over your car when the dust turns to rust. It happens to all cars that are transported on open rail road cars. It's just that it really isn't noticeable except on white cars. If they said they had not, insist they do. All dealerships are aware of this problem and all have a mild chemical wash that is not harmful to the car finish but will eliminate the problem. Insist they take care of it.

03-22-2013, 02:00 PM	#1
Still Tripped Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: 2006 Toyota 4-Runner Location: MN Posts: 14 Thanks: 31 Thanked 12 Times in 5 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Inspection of New FR-S Hey All! I ordered a new FR-S in late January, and should be at the dealer ready for pick-up around early to mid April. My question is: What should I look for on my inspection before driving it off the lot? Is there anything specific I should be looking for with these cars (or any new vehicle in general) or questions I should be asking? I know there will be a lot of excitement, but I want to be sure that I don't overlook anything at the time of inspection that may give me a headache later on. Any feedback would be helpful! Thanks!

03-22-2013, 03:10 PM	#6
CrazyWookiee Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: Whiteout FR-S Location: Canada Posts: 546 Thanks: 375 Thanked 349 Times in 165 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	- rips and tears in seat - car was filled with premium. NOT regular. - locking lug key included - tie down hole is plugged properly - scratches on door sills - scratches on inner lower door panel - removal of dealer decals (if you care) - proper tires that you want (either the Michelin Primacy, or the Bridgestones. I'm not gonna suggest which ones better, its personal preference) __________________ "I'm the real Peter Lau" - Peter Lau

03-22-2013, 04:05 PM	#9
FRSfan111 Sideways and smiling! Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: First 86 FRS 5/8/2012 (second US) Location: Oregon Posts: 941 Thanks: 17 Thanked 273 Times in 179 Posts Mentioned: 15 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	The stock Oem has Bluetooth and voice calling too...no need to pay extra. __________________ My build http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...08#post1283608

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03-22-2013, 02:22 PM	#2
Captain_Awesome_Pants Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Drives: FR-S: Firestorm Location: NC Posts: 171 Thanks: 97 Thanked 116 Times in 56 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	You certainly must... and I can't stress this enough... make sure its sitting on 4 wheels. All joking aside, nothing you wouldn't be mindful of on any car. Make sure its got exactly what you ordered, look for smaller things you DIDN'T order (extra mats, clear-bra etc), and look for any known common issues like tail light inner condensation, maybe paint chips/swirls (you're almost guaranteed swirls if they washed it) etc. That's really about it. Certainly want to remember how it sounds the day you drive it off the lot. No music. Try to use that as a baseline for anything that crops up later. Oh yeah, and if it has a Bespoke in it, bodyslam the salesperson to the concrete until they replace it.

03-22-2013, 02:28 PM	#3
Wes Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: JRSC'd Asphalt FR-S Location: SoCal Posts: 1,317 Thanks: 868 Thanked 436 Times in 260 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	Pretty much what Awesome pants said, and if you don't want your front bumper drilled for front plates make sure they know

03-22-2013, 02:59 PM	#4
Still Tripped Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: 2006 Toyota 4-Runner Location: MN Posts: 14 Thanks: 31 Thanked 12 Times in 5 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Thanks! I was also told not to inspect if the car is wet. or an evening pickup....say sunny day vs. overcast/evening. Scratched underbody from unload?

03-22-2013, 04:02 PM	#8
dun3 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: 2013 Ultra Marine Blue FR-S Location: Bay Area Posts: 558 Thanks: 232 Thanked 157 Times in 118 Posts Mentioned: 20 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	^what they all said... But I like the bespoke system. Dont use the Navi, but for music, and bluetooth connectivity, it's not that bad imo

03-22-2013, 04:11 PM	#10
dem00n Member of the year - 2016 Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: Scion FRS Location: New York Posts: 3,575 Thanks: 788 Thanked 2,427 Times in 1,111 Posts Mentioned: 23 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Check this out as well... [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bG7oVjg77o"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bG7oVjg77o[/ame]

03-22-2013, 04:59 PM	#13
5hairpins Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: 2013 MT Asphalt FR-S Location: Brownwood TX Posts: 567 Thanks: 84 Thanked 254 Times in 116 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	Per CrazyWookie above: - tie down hole is plugged properly http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showp...3&postcount=42 The gromets should either be installed or in the glovebox. Otherwise you will have to buy them online like I did.

03-22-2013, 05:13 PM	#14
whaap Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Drives: '13 FR-S firestorm, 6 mt - '11 CR-V Location: Tucson Posts: 2,133 Thanks: 243 Thanked 1,387 Times in 657 Posts Mentioned: 36 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	If by any chance your car is white, ask them if they eliminated the rail dust. If they didn't you will start to notice small little rust spots all over your car when the dust turns to rust. It happens to all cars that are transported on open rail road cars. It's just that it really isn't noticeable except on white cars. If they said they had not, insist they do. All dealerships are aware of this problem and all have a mild chemical wash that is not harmful to the car finish but will eliminate the problem. Insist they take care of it.

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