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01-29-13, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by mmarshall

Not to knock it in any way (it's a fine, highly-rated, small sports-coupe), but much of the BR-Z/FR-S (including the chassis/drivetrain) actually came from Subaru. Toyota (as I understand it) essentially did the body/interior and overall planning.

and transmission, engine technology, rear axle.... :-).

01-29-13, 12:29 PM

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and transmission, engine technology, rear axle.... :-).

And electric power steering.

01-29-13, 12:35 PM

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I had no idea they only built on sporty car. What about the GS, LFA, IS F, even the Camry SE, Avalon are far cries from past models in how they drive.