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Old 08-21-12, 08:59 AM
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Old 08-21-12, 09:05 AM
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My friend put a few things on his BRZ Limited over the past few weeks...

57 Extreme Gramlights (19's)
Tein S-Tech Spring
Greddy SP Elite Exhaust
JDM Clear side Markers
Cusco Front and Rear Tow Hook


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Old 08-21-12, 09:32 AM
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^^^ wow, awesome!!!
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Old 08-21-12, 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by bitkahuna
^^^ wow, awesome!!!
definitely an improvement as far as cosmetics go...he's awaiting a custom front lip as well. The rims kinda killed the fun factor some, car feels a lot lazier now. he's eyeing the AVO turbo setup to help compensate that though, most likely year end after proper R&D has been completed with the kit.

i'm begging him to go lower...i hate the little bit of gap that is still left
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Old 08-21-12, 02:32 PM
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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
Maybe I logged onto Beancounters.com but who gives a **** about how much rear room it has? At least it has 4 seats if you actually need them. I'm 6" 5 and fit fine in the front. You know whats funny, even a big coupe like a 6 series has terrible rear seat room.

Its like complaining that a LandCruiser sits to high off the pavement.
Well it's perfectly understandable why some people need the extra versatility afforded by usable rear seats. This isn't an exotic car after all. Particularly true for buyers in this price range, either this is going to be their only car, or it makes the WAF (wife-approval factor) that much higher, being able to drop off/pick up kids from daycare/school on the way to work/home. As for fitting "adults" in the rear.. well it may still prove to be useful when it comes to picking up that extra girl or two when needed. (Can't think of why anyone would want a fully grown man to sit back there.)
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Old 08-22-12, 09:27 AM
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http://online.wsj.com/article/SB1000...937984498.html

The Return of Small, Impractical and Sexy

Two of the hottest-selling cars in America right now are a pair of impractical sporty coupes designed to make the daily commute feel like a day at the races.
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Old 08-22-12, 12:18 PM
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That gave me a good laugh "Day at the races" Hell yah
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Old 08-23-12, 09:14 AM
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I just noticed this...all 3 are using the same front grill hexagon opening...except that the Toyota is upside down.

very funny

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Old 08-23-12, 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by baddis es
definitely an improvement as far as cosmetics go...he's awaiting a custom front lip as well. The rims kinda killed the fun factor some, car feels a lot lazier now. he's eyeing the AVO turbo setup to help compensate that though, most likely year end after proper R&D has been completed with the kit.
looks perfect.....no need to go lower!!!!

awesome pics thanks!
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Old 08-23-12, 11:53 AM
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yea they did one test where the laptime was actually slower when they put 18" wheels on it. The car was faster on the 17s
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Old 08-23-12, 12:11 PM
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Too much tire slowed its speed, but it gripped better.
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This has to be the first time the 86/FR-S/BRZ ever loses a comparo from a reputable car medium, but still it's very well placed against a very tough (read: much more expensive) group of competition. Not surprised about the Lambo, which has always been about brute force rather than finesse, and not surprised about the Porsche of course. The only real surprise to me is the AMG being placed so high as a driver's car. Good job to them breaking the mold.

http://www.motortrend.com/features/p...r/viewall.html

2012 Motor Trend Best Driver's Car

1st Place: Porsche 911 Carrera S
2nd Place: Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series Coupe
3rd Place: 2013 Nissan GT-R Black Edition
4th Place: Subaru BRZ
5th Place: McLaren MP4-12C
6th Place: Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
7th Place: Ford Shelby GT500
8th Place: Jaguar XKR-S
9th Place: Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4
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Old 08-23-12, 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by ydooby

1st Place: Porsche 911 Carrera S
2nd Place: Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series Coupe
3rd Place: 2013 Nissan GT-R Black Edition
4th Place: Subaru BRZ
5th Place: McLaren MP4-12C
6th Place: Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
7th Place: Ford Shelby GT500
8th Place: Jaguar XKR-S
9th Place: Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4
"If price were a factor, the BRZ would win this competition hands-down. This car, like the Miata, proves you don't need a monster engine to be a great driving car."

But why no Lotus or Cayman?
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Old 08-23-12, 03:24 PM
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Originally Posted by ST430
"If price were a factor, the BRZ would win this competition hands-down. This car, like the Miata, proves you don't need a monster engine to be a great driving car."

But why no Lotus or Cayman?
The car has to be either new or significantly refreshed for the year in order to qualify for this comparo.
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