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Old 06-22-11 | 08:28 PM
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I'm just glad that FR-S exist. It doesn't matter if it falls under scion or toyota since it still runs by the same company. If it's between lexus and toyota then it's a big difference.
Old 06-23-11 | 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by spwolf
and... there is nothing wrong with that... this is not high volume car.
Didn't say that there was. In fact, I'm looking forward to Lexus ditching the rear seats and chopping the top.
Old 06-23-11 | 04:07 PM
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Originally Posted by MR_F1
In fact, I'm looking forward to Lexus ditching the rear seats and chopping the top.
I couldn't agree more!
Old 06-23-11 | 05:08 PM
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Originally Posted by dj.ctwatt
As an unrelated point of reference, this a reminder that any and all rebadges are possible. Yes, it's a real picture. Yes, it's RHD and JDM. No, it's not photoshopped. If you don't believe me, look it up. Toyota imported, rebadged, and SOLD the Chevrolet Cavalier as a Toyota badged product.

OMG!!!! I'm distraught.

I can't believe my eyes, a Chevy Cavalier?????

LOL
Old 06-28-11 | 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by KevinGS
OMG!!!! I'm distraught.

I can't believe my eyes, a Chevy Cavalier?????

LOL
If I recall it was some agreement to help with export/import relationships between the two countries. Of course it sold very poorly in Japan.
Old 06-28-11 | 05:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike@Vossen
If I recall it was some agreement to help with export/import relationships between the two countries. Of course it sold very poorly in Japan.
yep... and toyota ceo at the time apologized to GM for low sales.
Old 06-29-11 | 10:10 AM
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I can't believe that existed

Originally Posted by spwolf
yep... and toyota ceo at the time apologized to GM for low sales.
Why should toyota apologize?
GM should've been the one to apologize for having a crappy product that even a toyota badge couldn't save it. Talk about looking bad.
Old 06-29-11 | 03:44 PM
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Make a Lexus version..

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Old 07-01-11 | 09:55 PM
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I hope the "hot" version mentioned earlier in the thread employs some NA engine tuning along the lines of what Porsche does to their flat-6 in the GT3. Within reason of course given that this is car has 1.8L less displacement and two less cylinders than a GT3 and costs far less. 250 horsepower would be a great number to reach.
Old 07-01-11 | 10:55 PM
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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
Make a Lexus version..

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Agreed. I believe a low volume luxurious version of this, would be appreciated and well received by enthusiasts.
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Old 07-10-11 | 01:56 PM
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motortrend is on the roll with "lets make up stuff" articles.
Old 07-10-11 | 06:44 PM
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I'm really digging Road & Track's depiction.........I could see myself driving one when I'm not with the children!
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I hope it'll be good enough to compete with the Genesis coupe. That car is really everywhere now, and I gotta admit it looks great, with performance to boot.
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Originally Posted by GlobeCLK
I hope it'll be good enough to compete with the Genesis coupe. That car is really everywhere now, and I gotta admit it looks great, with performance to boot.
I totally agree. I hope the FRS looks like it does in the magazine article. The Genesis coupe is serious competition judging by how popular they are around here.


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