So You Want a FRS/BRZ/86

The Toyobaru itself. The Scion FRS/Subaru BRZ/Toyota GT86 was a joint effort production car that was unveiled to the public market in 2012. The rear wheel drive boxer powered coupe took the car scene by storm and still seems to flood the parking lot of car meets and car shows every year. They may not be the fastest car on the market but today Alex takes a stab at the 86 platform and fills us in on why it is so popular. So you want a FRS/BRZ/86, well strap in for today's hard cornering episode of So You Want.

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So You Want is a series dedicated to talking about all things automotive. From engine swaps to cars such as the Toyota Supra, Mazda RX-7, Honda S2000, Subaru WRX, and many more. Strap in as Alex gives you the lowdown on what to expect if you are looking at owning, working on, or modifying any of these cars.

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[FitmentIndustries]

We love the 86s an we want to see yours if you have one! Submit your FRS/BRZ/86 over at
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[stanleychen]

U know wat i just realised? He sounds like the car guy version of linus tech tips

[AtomicNN]

B is for boxer, R is for rear wheel drive, Z is for zero power (I own a BRZ)

[BedazzledChanclas]

Youtube: so you want an 86

Me tearfully: yes :(

[numbnutsAU]

I have a unique 86 GTS - it's stock!!!!

[chrishammondgp]

I love my BRZ. It doesn't matter how much power your car has if it handles like shit. The BRZ/FR-S/GT86 platform handles like a dream. I often find myself trying to think of excuses to go somewhere just so I can drive it.

[markprado]

So you want to work at Fitment Industries

[DestinysComputer]

I love my 86. Favourite car I've ever owned. But if you think it's not fast enough, the roads you're driving on are too straight.

[_SKDK_]

The only modern Japanese sports car that's trying to keep the spirit of the 90s alive.

(low hp numbers, not about fancy interior, RWD, good platform/chassis to build on, cheap parts, affordable car, MANUAL...)

The skylines, rx7s, supras, and nsx had to adhere to the gentlemans agreement and made up for the power short comings with making a platform that handled well. Something modern sports cars don't do too often. It's all about high power and v8s now.

[drakvaclav]

This is a proper tuner car. Nothing comes even close with aftermarket support.

[rabbidstech]

Having a used FRS as my first car has been amazing so far! It never fails to put a smile on my face on a bendy road, and the lower horsepower number keeps me out of trouble when riding around town. I couldn't really ask for more out of the car. The people that complain about the lack of power have never driven it properly. When my friends and I go for a spirited drive, they are merely a dot in my rear-view mirror on bendy backroads. If you ever get the chance to take one of these cars for a spin, it is totally worth it.

[The_JDM_Dynasty]

We're so blessed to have content like "So you want a" and "Up to speed" on the YouTubes! Thanks for the 🔥 content

[NederHopp]

he is basically the linus tech tips of cars

[jotveerkhangura]

People hate that there are the 86 and the BRZ, but I kinda like it.

It gives off a Trueno/Levin vibe to me

[Immashift]

Eyyyy 2013 FRS guy here. My VIN# just barely squeaked out of the recall ranges. Still going strong :D No valve spring issues, no blowy uppy motor, nothing.

It's like a little family. Every single time I see someone in one of these cars we wave, or we flash lights, whatever. They also look great cruising as a crew. The car has character in loads. Ask an FRS/BRZ owner where his rattle is, and you'll get a different answer every single time. Mine went from inside my driver door to the dash to the passenger door and now is somewhere between the rear window and my trunk.


Nope, not a power car, but it does sound absolutely mint with the MXP Comp RS catback I have on there.
Actually, since the OFT tune to take out the torque dip, and the tiny power increase from a larger intake, it is a lot more peppy in the lower RPMs. But even with it having low power, once you cross the 4k RPM line it becomes a lot more fun. It's like the car has two personalities - below 4k RPM it's this benign little cruising car that just likes looking cool, but after that 4k line it sort of wakes up and wants to go fast.


Just don't be an asshole in this car because it really doesn't have the balls. I do find some people really can be idiots around the car though. Like you'll get people that want to show you up and blast by or tailgate you or whatever, meanwhile you're just out going to Walmart enjoying your car.


Everyone else in my experience though absolutely loves the car, ESPECIALLY non-car people. A few simple visual mods and people will talk to you endlessly at gas stations and such that have zero idea about the car scene but dig your car specifically. My favorite so far being some dude coming out of a grocery store, handing me a beer, cracking his open, pointing at the car, saying cheers, and walking off.


Be ready for the attention from the general public. People stare at it once you start modding it. I dropped mine by a few inches, added some wheels, stanced them flush with the body, replaced all the lighting with color matched LEDs and HIDs, blacked EVERYTHING out, and literally every light or corner or parking lot people stare at it. Sometimes you'll enjoy the attention, sometimes you'll hate it because you modded it for yourself, but on the whole it's worth it.

[BirbyHunter]

One of the most unique one I've seen is the engine swap with a Ferrari engine by Ryan Tuerck

[moldyrefrigerator]

I've had my FRS for 4 years now. I STILL get compliments on it every day. I've paid it off and people still think its some fancy new car. I've gotten another much faster car, and I still prefer driving this one around most of the time. I'm 100% keeping this car until the wheels fall off. It's not a car for everyone, but if it does appeal to you its fuckin great.
Also I have Gram Lights 57dr’s, no RPFevery1’s here lol.

[cupcakeo]

You guys did it! Finally after all the begging!

[Highstakeshobbies]

best daily I ever owned. Running cost : fun factor ratio is through the roof compared to anything else

[Delly_bean]

I got a 350z, but recently I went to go test drive a GT86. It was crazy fun. It may not have close to the same power in comparison, but it still handles and drives like you're going fast. And with TC off the rear end feels like it's just begging to go sideways. I would definitely get one if I didn't already have my Z :)