Here is the FT-86 Open Concept (FR-S Convertible) - Official Pics and Video

[TylerLieberman]

While I still prefer the normal one, the convertible looks 1000x better than I thought it would. It didn't get a butchered rear end like a lot of cars do in convertible form.

[Koffy]

Not sure if this was covered in the 12 pages of this thread, but is there anywhere to buy the 86 steering wheel or the 86 center caps?

[DaJo]

Originally Posted by pelé

this is roughly what it would look like...

With rear seats there should be rear-quarter windows (as it makes more sense)... I think this would look more like production model...

I photoshopped a Toyota Solara's soft top onto the FT86 Open Concept.

[ThugNasty]

Someone please make an aftermarket version of this:


Nao pls

[Zaku]

Originally Posted by DaJo

With rear seats there should be rear-quarter windows (as it makes more sense)... I think this would look more like production model...

I photoshopped a Toyota Solara's soft top onto the FT86 Open Concept.

Nice now that you mention that, there seem to be some Box or mechanism behind the seats to the side. Which I think does something like so, I hope it doesn't have to much hunch it's the back and is a smoother transition.

[Lonewolf]

Originally Posted by AZOOZ_95

I am thinking of getting this. When do u guys think this will start selling. cause if its goign to be a year from now ill just buy the normal one

I wouldn't expect it before Spring 2014...

[Kids Heart]

Originally Posted by DaJo

With rear seats there should be rear-quarter windows (as it makes more sense)... I think this would look more like production model...

I photoshopped a Toyota Solara's soft top onto the FT86 Open Concept.

Thank you thank you. Keep them coming.

[Deslock]

Pardon me if this was already posted here (I didn't see it mentioned), but Autoblog has posted the press release from Toyota UK. As expected, powertrain is the same and weight is TBD. A couple notable sentences:

"Toyota has pinpointed numerous areas that will need further engineering evaluation to assess the impact of the cabriolet design on performance, vehicle rigidity, balance, weight and aerodynamics."

"Engineering the cabriolet to be "weight-neutral" relative to the coupe will be a key area of study should Toyota decided to progress with the project."

WORLD DEBUT FOR TOYOTA FT-86 OPEN CONCEPT

KEY POINTS

- Toyota to unveil new FT-86 Open at Geneva motor show

- Concept created to gauge reaction to possible development of a cabriolet version of the GT86 sports coupe

- Soft-top design allows 2+2 seating format to be retained, with minimal impact on boot space

- Unique colour scheme created in Milan to reflect the city's world-leading design status

- Toyota will present its new FT-86 Open concept for the first time at the Geneva motor show, a car created to test the water for the possible introduction of a convertible version of its globally acclaimed GT86 sports coupe.

The concept has been designed to deliver the lively, highly engaging and accessible performance and dynamic abilities of the GT86 with the added appeal of top-down motoring.

Its external dimensions match those of the coupe (length 4,240mm, width 1,750mm, height 1,270mm), with the fixed hard-top replaced by a multi-layered fabric roof with a glass rear screen. Inside it has the same 2+2 seating format, with the roof folding down behind the fixed rear seats, with minimal impact on the space available for luggage.

The show car has a special pure bright white and navy blue colour scheme designed by Toyota Boshoku Milan Design (TBMD) to capture the spirit and atmosphere of Milan, one of the world's leading centres for fashion and design. The bodywork is finished in white, contrasting with the blue of the roof. Inside, the perforated white leather upholstery is layered over a navy blue backing, with golden yellow accent stitching and carpets.

The FT-86 Open uses the same platform and powertrain as the GT86. At its heart is the naturally aspirated, horizontally opposed 1,998cc four cylinder "boxer" engine. Equipped with Toyota's D-4S direct injection technology, this compact unit is set low, helping lower the car's overall centre of gravity, and is capable of producing 100bhp per litre. It drives the rear wheels through a short-throw, six-speed manual gear shift or a six-speed automatic – the latter with the world's fastest paddle shift speed, just two tenths of a second.

As with the production GT86, it features MacPherson strut front and double wishbone rear suspension to give a direct handling feel, instant response and a high level of control. The electric power steering has a quick 13.1:1 ratio that's on a par with racing models, while large ventilated disc brakes fore and aft deliver excellent pedal feel for car control finesse.

Toyota has pinpointed numerous areas that will need further engineering evaluation to assess the impact of the cabriolet design on performance, vehicle rigidity, balance, weight and aerodynamics. However, with features such as frameless doors, the GT86 was designed with the development of a cabriolet in mind, which means the impact on structural rigidity by converting to an open-top design should not be great. Efficient measures to preserve rigidity are being analysed, such as the use of door lock reinforcements.

GT86 has a near-perfect 53:47 front-to-rear weight distribution, helping deliver ideal response to even subtle steering, throttle and brake inputs, and a low, 460mm centre of gravity. While introducing a fabric roof is likely to bring the centre of gravity even lower, further engineering analysis will be needed to match the balance of the coupe.

GT86 tips the scales at only 1257kg, thanks to comprehensive weight-saving measures, giving the car a power-to-weight ratio of around 160bhp per tonne This is crucial to performance, given the car uses an engine with a relatively small capacity. Engineering the cabriolet to be "weight-neutral" relative to the coupe will be a key area of study should Toyota decided to progress with the project.

[xrs]

Originally Posted by ichitaka05

Color part, no can't do (I don't know how)... but if you can get someone to change the color



You know, I don't see any reason for them to go hard top. Yeah, it'll add weight... but currently Miata have both hard top & soft top. I don't see them complain about hard top weighting too much

That's cuz people are stuck with the belief that the top weighs like 500 lbs or something like the old school convertible tops :P. Nowadays, they can throw a top on that only weighs 40lbs. What's up with all the whining bout a drop top anyways? Who cares, the more options, the better. I don't hear Z owners complaining there's a drop top version of their car lol. "SUMMER CAR! TOP DOWN TOP DOWN!"

[xrs]

Originally Posted by zc06_kisstherain

I like it but had enough of convertible when i had Miata. couldnt handle its wind noises. some people will buy

I'm in the same boat as you are. I loved being able to cruise early morning, sun just coming up over the horizon, flying through the early morning fog in my Miata. But man, the wind noise and even the heat of the sun wears on you eventually. Never had a t-top though before though. Would like to get a car with t-top one of these days. We can always hope there will eventually be an option.

[Jmur3040]

I loved having T-tops. Big drawback was the setup time though. As much fun as driving around with an open roof was, messing around for 2-3 minutes every time you wanna take them off and put them back on can be a pain.

[Brzetto]

I really want that phone holder..... That nuclear flash protection white interior is just blah, I call it that because it reminds me of what I saw on discovery channel a long time ago about some japanese special forces guys after WWII. They had figured out that people just outside of the cities who had light colored clothing on had only minor burns from the bright flashes at Hiroshima and Nagasaki. I guess that bright white is to show off the interior.

[Mango22]

Originally Posted by Surok

I want those center caps!

Mach V has them (86 center caps) available for purchase. Well, they had a set on Friday. Not sure how many through...

[Splat]

made the usa paper today