If it was 86 size that would rock my world. I love how small and nimble the FR-S and BRZ are. Much larger and it starts to deal with different physics (no way to overcome size).
Definitely hope new Supra isn't RC-F size. That's grand tourer size. This car needs to look and act like a scapel...
Instead of a traditional convertible I'd like to see a spyder version instead. A car this beautiful would look completely exotic in spyder form.
Look at the Alfa 4C Spyder, R8 Spyder, 458 Spyder, Mclaren 650s Spyder. All completely gorgeous.
Seems like they've been showing it at most autoshows for over a year now so they should have plenty of reaction to gauge from. Time to give an update or announce production Toyota.
I sure as hell hope not. There isn't a single design I would call truly sporty in the Toyota / Scion lineup except the FR-S. This car needs to look special and completely blow up the boring utilitarian image that Toyota cars have developed since it last made sports cars.
That's going to be a function of the car's construction. If it gets that anticipated carbon fiber monocoque then we'll likely see a wide door sill. In my fantasy world I'd like to think that the concept has wide sills which indicates we'll be getting a carbon monocoque, but in reality I don't...
You mean you don't like the Mirai?! :puke:
That thing is like a cartoon characature of Toyota design elements gone wild. Cmon guys we can do better than this...
Yea totally agree. Nissan puts that on all of its N.American cars for some reason, I hate it. The japanese versions are usually better looking in the front.
Artist got some talent. Much prefer the wing type from the concept though. Works with the styling much better not to mention that it's mecchanically activated so its completely functional all the time.
This car should be targeting the higher end of the mid-level sports car market as you put it. If this car falls in the middle of that pack, it will flop. And pricing won't necessarily be too high. Toyota's are priced for much better value for what you get compared to the other brands this car...
The benchmarks are going to be what the GT350 Mustang benchmarked - 911, Corvette Stingray, Z/28, M4, and the GT350 also. These are the cars getting all the praise these days so you can sure as hell bet Toyota is going to measure development against them.
It doesn't have to be fair. We're talking about what cars the Toyota engineer should benchmark the FT1 Supra against and absolutely Z28 should be one of them. It's gotten a ton of great reviews in the press and evluations. If the MKV supra can put up Z28 #'s we're all in for a treat!