Anyone else have their eye on the FT86?

hross · Post by **hross** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 1:27 am

So things have been heating up as the date closes for the FT86 production model release (Nov/Dec), and this past week has seen a heap of leaked information inclusive of production model photos, optional extras and interior shots.

ft86club.com

I been keeping a check on it since forever, thanks to constant AE86 remake rumors.

I cant wait to get behind the wheel of one, but im not sure i i will be able to afford a NZ new - thank god for jap imports!

Just wanting to know if anyone else has had their eyes on this new toyota candy??

~SlideWays~ · Post by **~SlideWays~** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 8:29 am

I loved the AE86 (well not in standard form...few dollars were spent) but there will never be another production car like it, too many regulations and safety equipment etc.

FT86 will probably be like an updated Altezza really.

I walked around the concept car in Paris last year and its very nice but it'll never have that light weight raw feeling like the original.

~SlideWays~ · Post by **~SlideWays~** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 8:31 am

Hmmm after reading a bit from your link, it looks interesting.... comparing it to the MX5 which is probably the closest to the AE86, handling wise, these days.

MAC_HATER · Post by **MAC_HATER** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 8:37 am

not so keen on the boxer engine

but 6 Speed Manual feeding a RWD Torsen LSD Setup - that i like the sound of

duddley · Post by **duddley** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 8:40 am

I think my Aunty wants one so knowing her she will be getting one!

thornz · Post by **thornz** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 8:47 am

Was there a turboed version rumoured as well?

DRFTIN · Post by **DRFTIN** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 9:03 am

i'd love to have one as a daily, prob be the kind of thing i could just drive and not have to modify
i could never justify spending that much money though

Snaps · Post by **Snaps** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 9:10 am

Yup, I'm following it closely. I'm on ft86club as well (same username).

It's looking really good. I was't expecting it to look as good as the Concepts, but I think they've done a really good job for what will probably be $45-$55K around here.

200hp
1200kg
RWD
6spd
TorSen LSD
Direct & Port Injection (D4-S as used in the IS350)
Centre of Gravity between Porsche Cayman and Ferrari 458 (Forgot the actual number)
Front: Macpherson struts
Rear: Double Wishbone

If that doesn't sound good for a 2012 car at $45-$55K, considering the weight gain almost every other car gets because of regulations, then I don't know what is!

To give everyone an idea of the CoG:

It's the FT86II, not the production version, but they should be VERY close (if not exactly the same) in terms of the engine mounting height.

1I1 · Post by **1I1** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 9:32 am

Heard the other day starting price is around 35k... And thats a very basic version. ie steel rims, black bumpers etc. Guess we have to wait just a little bit longer

Snaps · Post by **Snaps** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 10:00 am

Yeah I was just guessing the price from the US price and how much difference there is in price beteeen cars sold here and there...

$35K for the base model would be awesome! Could get one even eariler than I thought!

xsspeed · Post by **xsspeed** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 10:15 am

1I1 wrote:Heard the other day starting price is around 35k... And thats a very basic version. ie steel rims, black bumpers etc. Guess we have to wait just a little bit longer

Are there motor variations between base and high end?

If not base model would rule - black bumpers ftw lol

1I1 · Post by **1I1** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 10:38 am

That's all I've heard so far :lol:

I wouldn't hold that price as gospel, could change. Might be like the Scion range in the states where you buy a car then decide on wheels, body kits etc

pjay · Post by **pjay** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 11:03 am

Snaps · Post by **Snaps** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 12:06 pm

Production version:

Three different specs:

High-spec:
1230kg
White tach w/ shift light
LSD standard
Ventilated F & R brake rotors
LED DRL
Leather Steering Wheel
6 speaker audio
Sport pedals
Smart entry & start
Paddle shifters for auto
HID's standard
Optional Leather heated seats w/ alacantra centre
Digital speedo
17" wheels w/ 215/40/17
Better seat fabric

Base-Spec:
1210kg
Black Tach
LSD on Manual only
Optional HID's
Ventilated F, solid R brake rotors
16" Wheels w/ 205/55/16
Optional Leather steering wheel

"Customize"-spec:
1190kg
Black Tach
16" Steel wheels
Unpainted bumpers
No A/C, only heater
No speakers

Figured you guys may want some more info

I think these are for JDM, so I'm not sure what's gonna come to NZ...

GTTpower · Post by **GTTpower** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 12:27 pm

Steelies look cool

thornz · Post by **thornz** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 12:34 pm

Customize spec would be pretty sweet. A nice set of Volk TE37's, and you'd be away laughing!

Leon · Post by **Leon** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 1:24 pm

Maybe once they're a 20 year old car so I can contemplate affording one :lol:

Adoom · Post by **Adoom** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 1:42 pm

Leon wrote:Maybe once they're a 20 year old car so I can contemplate affording one

Where is the *LIKE* button. Stupid BookFace internet brainwashing! :roll:

FST4RD · Post by **FST4RD** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 1:44 pm

Would guess they would be using a Boxer motor due to it producing more torque then a standard 4 banger in the same guise?

~SlideWays~ · Post by **~SlideWays~** » Wed Nov 02, 2011 1:49 pm

FST4RD wrote:Would guess they would be using a Boxer motor due to it producing more torque then a standard 4 banger in the same guise?

Not sure if you mean, are they using a boxer? If so, yes.

I thought it'd be for low centre of gravity from being a flat four.