I'm just going by the latest interview with Kevin Hunter where he said they were hoping that FT1 would be built on the LC. While that maybe all true, A70TTR has told us projects are compartmentalize. I believe to prevent leaks and such...
The issue with the Supra was Calty and the joint project team were not on the same page. The design team was hoping the FT1 would be approved on the Lexus LC chassis and I believe they were unware of the Toyota/BMW joint project and vice versa. It was only when the FT1 was met with so much...
I don't think the Z is bad at all. However, it looks a little too generic for my taste. Since looks is all we're going by the Supra wins in my book. Love it or hate at least it stands out. Maybe once we get numbers in and a chance to drive one I might change my mind.
@Guff & @A70TTR, do you think this has anything to do with the mid-engine BMW test mule?
https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1119147_bmw-spied-testing-mid-engine-platform
Just speculation on my part, but imagine what people would say if the after thought 2.0 that was only made half way into R&D were to receive a manual, but the flagship 3.0 that was developed since the beginning was stuck as an auto only.
I would be very weary of water damage cars. I have seen cars that were flooded to the roof that were cleaned and detailed by the insurance companies so well that they looked like showroom condition just in order to fetch more money at the auctions. It goes without saying, but check it out in...
Brand New Toyota Supra Totaled During Test Drive, Occupants Live To Tell The Tale
https://www.carscoops.com/2020/06/brand-new-toyota-supra-crashed-during-test-drive-occupants-live-to-tell-the-tale/