The Untold Feud Between Toyota And Subaru Cancelled The Greatest Sports Car... Twice

This is the story of what might be the most important car built this century, that's been badged and sold across 3 different brands as 3 different models. The Scion FR-S, Subaru BR-Z, and Toyota 86.

How Toyota's attempt at saving the sports car - almost didn't happen, all because of a feud between two Japanese titans - that between the two of them, had cancelled the project TWICE.

It took the help of not only the chief powertrain engineer of the Lexus LFA, but the involvement of the engineer who gave us the ORIGINAL 86 back in the day. Join us to see how Toyota and Subaru finally put aside their differences, joined forces, and together gave the world the simply awesome 86.

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This feud between two Japanese titans canceled the project... only to be resurrected by sheer luck!
Which ideal car do you want to see us do a story on next? ❤‍🔥

[frankponte]

So why was the Toyota 86 cancelled? Did I miss those details?

[NekoWinters]

"Canceled" *literally outselling miata even if you split the twins

[SOURMlLK]

I remember growing up in the 90s drooling over all the new JDM cars at the time and then when I was finally able to drive in the mid 2000s, they were all either discontinued or very boring. It was extremely disappointing! Me being more of a Nissan fan boy, I gained so much hope when the FR-S / BRZ was announced. It was a breathe of fresh air to see a new rwd car that was affordable and made for the enthusiast! I believe Toyota encouraged companies like Nissan, Mazda, Ford, Dodge, and Chevy to really go back into their roots and also gave every car enthusiast a light at the end of the tunnel! Great job Toyota 🫶

[niveketihw]

The markups on the new models around here are outrageous. $6K to $10K. Multiple dealerships trying to offer it for the same price as cars that objectively offer more.

I owned a 2012 FR-S and loved the chassis. What I didn't like was the uninspiring engine and the door rattles.

[lukasbambuch]

Funny how we didn't get to know how the world's greatest sports car got cancelled...

[tkskagen]

I really miss the SCION branded vehicles...😢

[wraith]

I own a 2012 model, and upgraded lots of parts on it. I love it so much, it’s just a joy to drive.

[jetcitykitty]

I've noticed that skills never match the car with most drivers, yet they still have an opinion on what's fast.

[Techcensorshipbot]

I think the world "almost" was supposed to be in the title.. perhaps?

[DeweyWRX]

I see Kevin Vo losing his ass at Mid Ohio a couple years ago at 8:37 lol.

[Victic]

Oh hell, they just slap an engine off the Subaru parts bin

[joshuatam]

nice video, but didnt you guys say it was slow af

[kartaku]

World's greatest sports car these cars were a disgrace to call sports car let alone the greatest

[matthewstapleford]

I had a 13 FRS, loved it, traded it in for a new GR86. The new car is even better.

[IdealCarsOfficial]

❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥!
This right here is an IDEAL video! We want more!

[AngelLopez-hcdf]

❤ Toyota Corolla GR ❤️
Bean's motor 4 cylinder would have been amazing in gr lineup.

[EddieChoii]

This car used to be my favorite I even own two but I’m not a fan after so many people buy them and riced them out it’s too common now

[carspottervincent]

and you now also have the supra Allen a few years ago, it is a pity that they are BMW motors

[Crush]

Ft-hs ? Or our Supra in 2023🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️