GT86/GR86/BRZ

Delta3D · 22 Apr 2019 at 16:19

DB_SamX said:
2L version? I'd be happy with that if so. I have a soft spot for the C-HR too.

I hope so! I'm betting I'll most likely get the dinky little 1.2 but oh well!

Nasher · 22 Apr 2019 at 16:21

The biggest is a 1.8 with 97hp. I hope you don't have many steep hills

bloodhunter · 25 Apr 2019 at 00:01

rebel rebel said:
January 2028? Sounds like you bought a Delorean.

Yeah lol, I meant 2018.

rebel rebel · 25 Apr 2019 at 22:55

bloodhunter said:
Yeah lol, I meant 2018.

What colour is yours? Mines Grey, it really shows the dirt, this Zahara dirt storm we've been getting in the UK has really battered it.

SupraWez · 26 Apr 2019 at 17:50

Went to look at a 2018 GT86 Pro today, very nice, like the included lap timer.....

They also had a 2014 for £6k less just out of warranty...

Nasher · 26 Apr 2019 at 17:57

Toyota extended warranty is pretty cheap and can go up to 12 years, so don't be put off by that

Cars over 5 years old also get 20% off services and MOTs.

SupraWez · 26 Apr 2019 at 18:10

Good to know thanks.

Did prefer the dash cluster in the newer motor.

bloodhunter · 26 Apr 2019 at 22:11

rebel rebel said:
What colour is yours? Mines Grey, it really shows the dirt, this Zahara dirt storm we've been getting in the UK has really battered it.

Mine is Red.

rebel rebel · 26 Apr 2019 at 22:21

I kinda want to get mine wrapped, but can't decide whether it's worth the hassle or what colour to go for.

UberTiger · 27 Apr 2019 at 09:38

rebel rebel said:
What colour is yours? Mines Grey, it really shows the dirt, this Zahara dirt storm we've been getting in the UK has really battered it.

Mine is red but sometime looks more brown or yellow when we get all this dirt coming through the air. Amazes me how much can settle on the car in a day or two.

Delta3D · 27 Apr 2019 at 12:38

This recent Sahara Dust Storm thing that's hit the UK has made my car utterly filthy. Needs a proper wash today!

rebel rebel · 27 Apr 2019 at 21:46

It looked so dirty today it was embarrassing. Ended up getting it hand washed at a shopping centre, they did a decent job.

Last time I got it washed, I came out the next day and a builder was shaking his dust sheet in the road right next to it. :confused:

Steeps · 27 Apr 2019 at 22:35

Blue car, sahara dust, blossom tree in high wind. Not looking good

rebel rebel · 11 May 2019 at 14:32

Anyone else get a recall information letter from Toyota today?

Delta3D · 11 May 2019 at 15:53

rebel rebel said:
Anyone else get a recall information letter from Toyota today?

I've not received a letter yet but already booked in and everything.

Wonder whats causing them to send only a few letters out at a time? Maybe trying to delay everyone going to get the recall done at the same time?

Steeps · 11 May 2019 at 17:14

Pretty much, official channels have known about the issue since before November (when I found out when trying to fix a different issue) but getting the dealerships trained to handle the recall has taken time and with each car taking a week they will dribble the letters out to avoid a rush. ECU recall was about an hour, this is 20+.

SupraWez · 11 May 2019 at 17:49

What is the recall for?

rebel rebel · 11 May 2019 at 18:02

During the manufacturing process, a very small impurity within the valve spring material composition may have been introduced. Combined with excessive engine stress, the impurity may cause the valve spring to fracture under load. If a valve spring fractures, it may result in the engine stalling, causing inability to restart the vehicle and so increasing the risk of a crash.

The letter came from Toyota rather than the dealership. It lists all the dealers that can carry out the work and says call them yourself.

It's dated 3rd May.

SupraWez · 11 May 2019 at 18:07

Oh...

rebel rebel · 11 May 2019 at 18:09

SupraWez said:
Oh...

The recall is only for older models.