Guest $uprastar Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 This has no doubt been discussed but I thought Toyota had made a decent comeback with the GT-86 in terms of design, compared to some of the fairly bland cars they have produced since the Supra ceased production in '02. However, I saw a GT-86 when I was out and about and in my opinion it just can't compare to a Supra in terms of road presence/looks. The supra TT also has much more tuning potential too. Don't get me wrong, the 86 looked nice from the front but I thought the rear looked a little rushed/predictable with the cheap looking lexus style light's etc... After saying all that I still like them and at least it's not a prius I suppose this was just a drawn out way of me saying that in my opinion, the Supra is the best car Toyota have ever made & I can't imagine Toyota producing anything as good as it in the near future. Pics of them both (just because I can ) What does everyone else think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LOGIE Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 There is a turbo version en route Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mario Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Tuning potential? There's still lots of things possible if you're willing to pull some dollars.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_juJ7z9zNyI Lots of things are possible, http://www.gtrheritage.com/topic/1868-the-brz06-is-for-sale/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Tuning potential? There's still lots of things possible if you're willing to pull some dollars.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_juJ7z9zNyI Lots of things are possible, http://www.gtrheritage.com/topic/1868-the-brz06-is-for-sale/[/url] That has a Supra engine in it though Just got back from my in laws house and their next door neighbour has a GT86 in white, still doesn't have the road presence of the Supra. Saying that, them two cars can't be compared as it wasn't bench marked against a Supra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Why compare the two? GT86 is more of a Celica replacement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham1984 Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Why compare the two? GT86 is more of a Celica replacement. Totally agree, the only thing it has in common with the supra is a manufacturers badge IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mario Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 That has a Supra engine in it though Just got back from my in laws house and their next door neighbour has a GT86 in white, still doesn't have the road presence of the Supra. Saying that, them two cars can't be compared as it wasn't bench marked against a Supra. True, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adnanshah247 Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 That 2jz GT-86 is pure sex. What a machine, looks like a celica with a wide body kit though. There is a supra coming at the next motor show, remember reading it, 5.0litre twin turbo hybrid or something like that irc... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony tt Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Why compare the two? GT86 is more of a Celica replacement. Indeed. This is no Supra replacement, It may be the most glamorous of the modern Toyota range but in no way a Supra comparison. A replacement for the Celica for sure. If they stuck with the 2JZ for it then IMO it would have sold a lot more cars. I do like them and the interior is rather nice but they just don't have the road presence or the grunt behind it. If there is a new Supra it will be a fortune to own one. For many it will be a car to own in 15 years time when they could be affordable to the average joe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony tt Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 (edited) Why compare the two? GT86 is more of a Celica replacement. Indeed. This is no Supra replacement, It may be the most glamorous of the modern Toyota range but in no way a Supra comparison. A replacement for the Celica for sure. If they stuck with the 2JZ for it then IMO it would have sold a lot more cars. I do like them and the interior is rather nice but they just don't have the road presence or the grunt behind it. If there is a new Supra it will be a fortune to own one. For many it will be a car to own in 15 years time when they could be affordable to the average joe. - - - Updated - - - On a side note Graham, 8000 posts in two years bloody hell you must need a new keyboard by now Edited January 5, 2014 by tony tt (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wile e coyote Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 I think the lfa was as close to a replacement but the cost was sky high How much was the supra new and the equivelent cost now ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timlowthian Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 I don't think it was a replacement in any way but I do really like the GT86 the one thing that ruins them for me is the standard wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 I wouldn't want a Gt86 with a 2JZ, the engine is far too heavy for a nimble car like the GT86. A small, alloy V8 on the other hand, or even that gorgeous, tiny V10 from the LFA... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LOGIE Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 I don't think it was a replacement in any way but I do really like the GT86 the one thing that ruins them for me is the standard wheels. Agreed. However they are deliberately narrow for the right level of traction for a bit of sideways fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tayfun.tugra Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 I seen one in the showroom while picking up some parts, the paint work was sloppy and seating position is off far too much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulley Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 I've driven a rotrex supercharged version, with wider wheels/tyres and coilovers (so not exactly standard) And it was great, light snappy nimble But I can imagine the stock setup would get boring And I've seen a couple in showrooms and wasn't impressed with the finish, and think the stock wheels look ugly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fly Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Nice car, they have obviously tried to keep it to a reasonable budget but I did think they were a little plastic fantastic inside. Ile wait for a proper supra replacement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham1984 Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 I think the lfa was as close to a replacement but the cost was sky high How much was the supra new and the equivelent cost now ? I think a TT new was around 40k and the NA was about 30k iirc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Indeed. This is no Supra replacement, It may be the most glamorous of the modern Toyota range but in no way a Supra comparison. A replacement for the Celica for sure. If they stuck with the 2JZ for it then IMO it would have sold a lot more cars. I do like them and the interior is rather nice but they just don't have the road presence or the grunt behind it. If there is a new Supra it will be a fortune to own one. For many it will be a car to own in 15 years time when they could be affordable to the average joe. Just like the last one then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgyRog Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 That's just a Photoshop. I don't get the point of these threads. It was never intended to replace the Supra so why would you bother comparing the two. I've driven a rotrex supercharged version, with wider wheels/tyres and coilovers (so not exactly standard) And it was great, light snappy nimble Are you referring to a Lichfield BRZ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott87 Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Also pop into a showroom and ask them: A) What you get with the trd pack and how much it costs then b) Laugh yourself out of the showroom, as it's the funniest thing you'll hear all year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony tt Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Also pop into a showroom and ask them: A) What you get with the trd pack and how much it costs then b) Laugh yourself out of the showroom, as it's the funniest thing you'll hear all year! The base model is around 24k isn't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott87 Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 The base model is around 24k isn't it? Pretty much 25 flat. Then add 5k for the "racing development" pack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony tt Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 Pretty much 25 flat. Then add 5k for the "racing development" pack Ouft! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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