brz arriving within 2 weeks. should I get it? - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Gaen · 10-29-2012, 11:04 PM

So I ordered my brz around June and I finally got a call letting me know the car will be arriving by November 16 or sooner. So I actually been contemplating since the refresh is about 6 months away should I really get it now or wait for the refresh? I think one of the main reasons for me to get it now was that I was able to get it at msrp. And most likely once the 2nd gen comes out They won't have that incentive. Decisions decisions.... anyone got any advice?

Burrcold · 10-29-2012, 11:13 PM

Just get it! So many of us only wish we were in your shoes right now.

xdbuix · 10-30-2012, 12:33 AM

6 months away is half a year. Before you know it, there's going to be a 2015 model.

When it comes to cars n everything, always going to be outdated sooner or later, so just go buy it. Its WORTH it

Subie · 10-30-2012, 12:45 AM

Refresh? 2014 isn't a "refresh," nor is it "2nd gen," nor is buying a car at MSRP considered an "incentive" to buy, at least where I come from. You also have to consider that supply will have caught up with demand, or at least be in a considerably better position when the 2014 cars roll around, and dealers won't be able to charge mark-ups anymore in order to make a sale.

Cars generally aren't refreshed until mid-cycle, or 2-3 years into production. 2014 will be iterative at best, and while no one knows exactly what will have changed, I doubt there will be anything compelling. Also, the 2014 BRZ is most likely well over 6 months way. The 2013 model was released unusually early in the calendar year as compared to the vast majority of car launches. My guess is that it will be Q3 2013 before the 2014-MY BRZ rolls around.

ashtray · 10-30-2012, 02:06 AM

Yeah - the next year's model may not come out till next September. No one really knows. And what changes will be made - again unknown. Also unknown would be the price. Or what colors are available.

Take the WRX for example. MY02 was first year in US. I think it had about a 15 month run. MY04 came out early - May or June of 2003. Changes made to the headlights and taillights, but the interior got cheaper (IMO). Much prefer the '02-'03 interior.

Subaru is pretty good at keeping the next MY changes a secret until they're about to release it.

There's just no way to tell except in retrospect. And we don't know if the next MY will be as limited quantity as MY13. So if you wait, there's no telling when you may get one - could be another year from now. Who knows.

You want the car now, get it now. If you can wait, then wait. I got mine June 1 - and I've loved driving it. I could have waited a few years if I wanted to - but I wanted to buy and enjoy this car now. Bottom line - its up to you. Roll the dice and see.

Dorb · 10-30-2012, 08:03 AM

Wait, but then again you did order one.

BRZnut · 10-30-2012, 09:30 AM

I am in the same boat..ordered in June and received a call from the dealer this past week with my VIN and that my BRZ will arrive Nov 12th.

But I am more concerned about the realibity of the car...with all the issues I have been reading about, I don't want to spend the next 6 months at the dealer getting my BRZ repaired over and over.

Turbowned · 10-30-2012, 10:34 AM

If I may be allowed to present my opinion:

Thank you.

DantKR · 10-30-2012, 10:52 AM

Closer to 9 months for a 2014 model than 6.

BRZfan · 10-30-2012, 01:21 PM

You should now have adequate advice on what to do. Some of us folks spent a lot of time and energy to respond to you. Now:

What is your decision?

BRZfan · 10-30-2012, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BRZnut

I am in the same boat..ordered in June and received a call from the dealer this past week with my VIN and that my BRZ will arrive Nov 12th.

But I am more concerned about the realibity of the car...with all the issues I have been reading about, I don't want to spend the next 6 months at the dealer getting my BRZ repaired over and over.

Like many people, you only read the negatives just as the media concentrates on negatives. Get real! Don't convey excuses just because the car did not arrive as you had thought it would. WE all knew that the BRZ was a limited production car with extended delivery. Ignorance is no excuse.

RL_BRZ · 10-30-2012, 01:40 PM

Get the car!!! It's really worth it...

Boosted · 10-30-2012, 02:02 PM

Remember this is a car forum of enthusiasts. Most people that dont have problems are still not everyone and to see those that arent you have to follow their journal to even know. With that being said the gps may have issues but there is a bulliten on it so no worries and it may sound like crickets invaded ur engine bay in traffic sometimes. If crickets dont bother you then you should get. Its a great car and a blast to drive. Im at over 9,000 miles and have no issues other then the ones I stated above. There will always be something newer and better sooner or later so enjoy it now.

-Alex

jmaryt · 10-30-2012, 10:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turbowned

If I may be allowed to present my opinion:

Thank you.

make sure ya get arnold's autograph!

10-29-2012, 11:04 PM	#1
Gaen Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Drives: the speed limit Location: Cali Posts: 68 Thanks: 12 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	brz arriving within 2 weeks. should I get it? So I ordered my brz around June and I finally got a call letting me know the car will be arriving by November 16 or sooner. So I actually been contemplating since the refresh is about 6 months away should I really get it now or wait for the refresh? I think one of the main reasons for me to get it now was that I was able to get it at msrp. And most likely once the 2nd gen comes out They won't have that incentive. Decisions decisions.... anyone got any advice?

10-30-2012, 02:02 PM	#13
Boosted Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: 13 brz, 06 STI Location: Mid-Atlantic region Posts: 268 Thanks: 59 Thanked 135 Times in 82 Posts Mentioned: 13 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Remember this is a car forum of enthusiasts. Most people that dont have problems are still not everyone and to see those that arent you have to follow their journal to even know. With that being said the gps may have issues but there is a bulliten on it so no worries and it may sound like crickets invaded ur engine bay in traffic sometimes. If crickets dont bother you then you should get. Its a great car and a blast to drive. Im at over 9,000 miles and have no issues other then the ones I stated above. There will always be something newer and better sooner or later so enjoy it now. -Alex __________________ 2013 BRZ Limited build: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...d=1#post586737 2006 STI- lots of go fast goodies 551whp/491 Tq on 93(weekend car) 1988 CRX si- b16A1 (Sold) RIP 2003 WRX

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Any Idea When 2014 Models Will be Arriving?	tez2013	Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum	29	11-30-2012 11:33 PM
I have a Date.....that my car is arriving!	jadewbj	Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum	4	08-20-2012 08:31 PM
license plates arriving	earthsscum	Southern California	46	07-20-2012 10:48 AM
[Vancouver, BC] Cars arriving to the dealerships (pictures + updates)	Marloon	CANADA	2	05-11-2012 10:33 AM
Cars are arriving!!	engee	NY / NJ / CT / PA	5	05-04-2012 01:57 PM

10-29-2012, 11:13 PM	#2
Burrcold Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Drives: Subaru BRZ Limited Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 2,624 Thanks: 763 Thanked 1,586 Times in 776 Posts Mentioned: 10 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Just get it! So many of us only wish we were in your shoes right now.

10-30-2012, 12:45 AM	#4
Subie Señor Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: 2013 SSM DZE BRZ Location: SC Posts: 947 Thanks: 728 Thanked 405 Times in 196 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Refresh? 2014 isn't a "refresh," nor is it "2nd gen," nor is buying a car at MSRP considered an "incentive" to buy, at least where I come from. You also have to consider that supply will have caught up with demand, or at least be in a considerably better position when the 2014 cars roll around, and dealers won't be able to charge mark-ups anymore in order to make a sale. Cars generally aren't refreshed until mid-cycle, or 2-3 years into production. 2014 will be iterative at best, and while no one knows exactly what will have changed, I doubt there will be anything compelling. Also, the 2014 BRZ is most likely well over 6 months way. The 2013 model was released unusually early in the calendar year as compared to the vast majority of car launches. My guess is that it will be Q3 2013 before the 2014-MY BRZ rolls around.

10-30-2012, 02:06 AM	#5
ashtray As Seen On The Internet Join Date: Apr 2011 Drives: 2003 WRX, 2013 BRZ, 442 Location: SoCal Posts: 852 Thanks: 23 Thanked 251 Times in 159 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Yeah - the next year's model may not come out till next September. No one really knows. And what changes will be made - again unknown. Also unknown would be the price. Or what colors are available. Take the WRX for example. MY02 was first year in US. I think it had about a 15 month run. MY04 came out early - May or June of 2003. Changes made to the headlights and taillights, but the interior got cheaper (IMO). Much prefer the '02-'03 interior. Subaru is pretty good at keeping the next MY changes a secret until they're about to release it. There's just no way to tell except in retrospect. And we don't know if the next MY will be as limited quantity as MY13. So if you wait, there's no telling when you may get one - could be another year from now. Who knows. You want the car now, get it now. If you can wait, then wait. I got mine June 1 - and I've loved driving it. I could have waited a few years if I wanted to - but I wanted to buy and enjoy this car now. Bottom line - its up to you. Roll the dice and see.

10-30-2012, 08:03 AM	#6
Dorb Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: 16 LM STI/13 LM BRZ/04 AVALANCHE Location: Ohio,Dayton area... Posts: 318 Thanks: 196 Thanked 89 Times in 53 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Wait, but then again you did order one.

10-30-2012, 09:30 AM	#7
BRZnut Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: BRZ DGM Limited Location: USA Posts: 1,237 Thanks: 5 Thanked 431 Times in 250 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I am in the same boat..ordered in June and received a call from the dealer this past week with my VIN and that my BRZ will arrive Nov 12th. But I am more concerned about the realibity of the car...with all the issues I have been reading about, I don't want to spend the next 6 months at the dealer getting my BRZ repaired over and over.

10-30-2012, 10:52 AM	#9
DantKR Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Drives: Subaru BRZ LT Location: NC Posts: 759 Thanks: 7 Thanked 124 Times in 71 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Closer to 9 months for a 2014 model than 6.

10-30-2012, 01:21 PM	#10
BRZfan Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: 2013BRZ Premium St Silver Metallic Location: USA Posts: 824 Thanks: 79 Thanked 212 Times in 156 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	You should now have adequate advice on what to do. Some of us folks spent a lot of time and energy to respond to you. Now: What is your decision?

10-30-2012, 01:40 PM	#12
RL_BRZ Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: BRZ WRB Pearl Limited Manual Location: Mays Landing, New Jersey Posts: 247 Thanks: 104 Thanked 40 Times in 35 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Get the car!!! It's really worth it...

User Name		Remember Me?
Password