This Toyota GR86 Will RUIN Other Cars For You. Reviewed By A 1st Gen Subaru BRZ Owner 

This was a wonderful review that really described how I feel about my car. I have a premium manual in trueno blue, and I honestly can say I am more in love with this car than anything else. Everyday is a joy to drive it. I find myself taking the long way home just to drive it more. The connection, the rawness, the light carefree nature, everything brings a smile to my face. Truly this car has saved me. I was so depressed driving my awful car everyday to work for 6 years while I saved and saved and when I saw the ad for this car I knew this was it. Now my life is amazing and this car really saved me. I will never get rid of it. One thing I’d recommend to new owners: Do the led swap kit from ftspeed. The interior lights, door lights, and reverse lights being LED make this car feel like a $60,000 car and just gives it that little bit of style. That being said, Toyota and Subaru did an amazing job. And what an excellent review. Thank you.

I've watched a dozen+ reviews on this car. I kept trying to figure out why I couldn't stop watching yours. Then it clicked at the end: Zero background music. Love it! You kept both the shots AND the audio track clean. Just pure information; zero fluff. Subscribed! PS: Another differentiator? The overhead drone shots. So cool to see the car from all those new angles. Stellar work!

Couldn’t agree more. I just got mine, Premium Trim. It’s the first new car I’ve ever owned and I bought it despite not ever test driving it OR seeing it. I was blown away. I’ve had the privilege of driving a very wide variety of cars and nothing has put a smile on my face quite like this car. It’s nimble, quick, and stylish. You point the car where to go, and it goes there. And I definitely look back at it every time I park it. If you can get your hands on one, do it.

Have to say, keeping your self in the passenger seat, a great angle works well and your commentary over the b-roll works well. So much better than when reviewer is driving and talking and then cutting between and the audio just not working that well due to background noise. Great work and look forward to watching more! Subscribed :)

I love your comment "If you don't look back at your car after you park it - you've bought the wrong car" - I so often look back at my Prius when I park it & walk away. You just confirmed for me that I bought the right car (for me)! 🥰

When I first had my 01’ alpine white/imola red E46 M3 back in 2000 it checked all the things you talked about in this video. Now patiently waiting for my sapphire blue 23’ BRZ premium manual to be delivered to revisit that feeling of checking back after parking, taking the long way home, fine excuse to drive, etc.

I have the 2023 subaru brz, it gets an average of 28 mpg, and it’s 2,700 lbs, I have no issues with acceleration or speed, it’s an absolutely phenomenal experience to drive. no one around has anything like it so it turns a lot of heads

Great video! I traded in my 2020 86 (which I truly loved) for a 22 Track bRed GR86 Premium and I absolutely LOVE IT! I am looking forward to hitting some of the winding runs in NC in October to see how it compares to the 2020 model. I think with the tighter tuned suspension, frame strengthening for less body roll that it is REALLY gonna be a LOT of fun!

This video is so well done. Great coverage of the pros and cons.

I’d assume these will continue to have a great resale value too. Even if electric cars take over, someone is going to want to drive something like this

Great insights! I got my 2013 BRZ brand new when it launched and never seriously considered getting rid of it. Then Toyota enters the room and releases the GR Supra, GR86 and GR Corolla. Car enthusiasts are spoiled with options right now. Lol

Really great review. Also appreciate the fact that you sat in the passenger seat to showcase the driver side of the interior.

I'm quite jealous that this car is so cheap in the u.s. here in the Netherlands this car costs 75k dollars

Love my 2019 Toyota 86. Seriously considering an upgrade while the resale market on used cars is still as high as it is now.

You have just perfectly put into words why I love my car so much. Thanks for the review!

Hey a fellow NNJRer! I run at MetLife with MSNE and SCCA! I recently moved from my 13 FR-S to a GR86 and I have to agree with every single one of your points in this video. This is the perfect evolution to this chassis and I couldn’t be happier. Hope to see you around at the autocross!

Very good in depth review, even shots of highway driving and curves. Very convinced to pick one up in the next couple years. The available colors and 2.4 liter engine definitely sold me.

Great review, looking to grab a GR soon, I can't wait!

Best review I've been on this car! Very well done 👏

I had a 2013 FRS and now I want this. Awesome cars, so Much fun.

Amazing presentation! New subscriber here. You did Amazing job! Keep it up💪

I agree that the BRZ and the 86 are great for learning proper driving techniques. I would also recommend that buyers look into a low-mile C6 corvette with a 6MT. We bought a '12 C6 in pristine condition with only 11k miles for 27k and after adding Bilstein sport shocks with Michelin PS 4s tires the car has amazing handling and it is a blast to drive. Still debating trading in our '18 Civic SI for a new BRZ or 86 which would I feel would be a great daily driver. Also the 2.4L NA engine may very well be more reliable than these newer small displacement turbo engines. Great review!

You're unique doing the video from the passenger seat. Thanks for the review as I'm considering a gr86 myself

Have owned this car (Premium Raven) for a few days, and so far it has lived up to (if not surpassed) expectation. The look is hard to appreciate if you havent seen it in person, yes its small (which I was a little worried about) but immediately when you see it those worries go away, the thing has a nice presence about it. Only two things so far I wish were different are the high catch point on the clutch, and the turn signal indicator not sticking, but its not something you cant adjust to.

1:20 you were SO unlucky. Had my 2013 for over 7 years with literally zero issues & barely even any wear and tear considering it’s age. Superb car!!

I've been considering a used 718 Cayman for a while, but this was the car that actually changed my mind after getting behind the wheel of both. Don't get me wrong - stock for stock, the 718 is the superior car, but I honestly felt that the GR86 was better value for the money... for the price of a used Cayman, I could buy two of these brand new and while I love the 718, I really loved what I experienced in the GR86 as well. Now I'm just playing the waiting game - my local dealer is expecting to get allocated a 2023 Special Edition and I've got a deposit on it with the option to go for a Premium if they don't get the allocation. If you had told me a few years ago that I could afford a Porsche, but would buy a Toyota over it, I'd have laughed at you - these little things are amazing.

I love your approach and speaking style. I subbed. Now, one thing no car review person does it seems is to imagine what it's like to be on your commute, or a long road trip, and have an expensive coffee beverage in your cup holder, and to have to drive, get the beverage out of the cup holder, take a sip, and put it back without spilling it. It seems car designers are making cup holders more and more awkward to do this with. This car has the cupholders shifted backwards in favor of some gadget, which I guarantee I won't be using as much as my latte, if at all. Right now my only car is a current design Subaru Outback, and I'd love to have a "fun toy car" someday, but at least I can sip my latte while I drive (safety first) and not think about it.

I’m currently thinking about a Pavement Grey one. You’ve got me thinking about getting Red again. I had a Red Nissan 200SX SE-R. I’d love to get another “Red Racer”. When you said that its a great all a rounder I think you had me sold. Also when you said it was great in the snow with the right tires you had me thinking about the Initial D 3rd Stage Movie!!!!!

Thanks for your review and information. What about the RTV engine issue ? Is there any difference for the new 2023 ?

This reminds me of the Supra/Celica era of 90’s…two good looking siblings at different price points.

Great Review , Any updated of the oil pan silicone excess Thanks

Great review. I am ordering one today for my wife. NEPTUNE BLUE with the manual transmission and premium package. I can't wait to "borrow" it. Thanks.

Great review!

I love your enthusiasm. 👍🏻

Great breakdown 👏🏽

There are some pretty significant suspension differences with how Toyota and Subaru tune and setup suspension on these cars. Can’t go wrong with either, but Toyota does ride a bit stiffer around town.

Hanson, Good day, Sir. I hope you are well. Thank you for making this video. I understand that I have nothing to say that can be closely compared to this GR86. I would like to say that I owned a ‘77 Toyota Celica GT with the 20R (2.2 liter) engine and five speed manual tranny. I kept that gearshift knob out of that car because it has such a unique look and color to it. I owned a ‘90 Nissan 240SX KA24E engine (sohc) and five speed transmission. These two cars are the only examples I could even come close to comparing to the GR86. Those two cars I listed were an FR (Front engine-Rear drive) two door, 2+2 seating configuration that you have reviewed in this video. I loved the Celica’s rear quarter windows because you could crank roll them down. This was not the fastback. It had a proper trunk and the fuel tank took up half the space in the trunk. The hood was hinged at the front of the car, not the rear like almost all cars. There were vents in the hood that were stock. It was an ugly brown color. That sculpted rear fender was the best part of that car. And right behind the left rear quarter window was the gas cap. If I had a chance to get another one just like it, I would get one. But, maybe a GR86 is a better option too.

I just placed a order for one give the dealership said it might take a little bit to get here however I couldn’t be more excited for it’s arrival. I’m going to make mine a dedicated canyon cruisers and I can’t wait

Great review. Thank you.

Very well done review. Thank you.

A very well presented and concise review and its a Toyota so you know it will work 👏👏👏🍻

Great review! What is *your* slant on the new Subaru offering… a wash or a consideration?

Got my '23 BRZ back in November. Love it to bits. Fun and comfy to drive and I know for certain I have a unique vehicle as around here I have only seen ONE other 2nd Gen BRZ/GR86 and just two old and very dirty FRSs. It's definitely filled my need for a manual car so I'm now lookin' to sell my manual V6 S197 even though I love it dearly, but I still want a newer S550 GT as the one thing a BRZ cannot fulfill is that awesome feeling of a Coyote rumbling and roaring.

Love this review man. Thanks 👍

Ordered one in April.. may have it by November. Videos like this make let me know the wait will be worth it.

Sup bro, glad I found your channel

fantastic review 🎉

Owning a 2014 BRZ and a 2022 BRZ, the main disappointing point I find in the new model is that you have less steering feel and road feel than in the old one ....

Great video man I want one

I wonder if the RTV sealant issue will be fixed for 2023. I'm about to cancel my 23 BRZ pre-order

Got a 2023 gr86 premium last October. It took about 6 months of speaking to dealers in 4 states. Got one! Even 7 months later...I love this car.

I had the scion FRS, loved it! Now i'm debating if I should get this car or just get a family SUV lol. Im at the point in life where I still want a fun car but I need to think about family practicality.

I just ordered my 2023 in all white or red. Stick of course, It’ll be here in 5 months. I’m stoked.

From Wegmans??? WNY Represent brother! Great video!

Every time I've looked at these the markups are crazy

Had a Celica back in the day, just got the 2023 and I feel like a teenager all over again. Not the fastest thing out there, but it’s definitely a blast to drive!

Best review of this fantastic old school sports-car with manual transmission ,I test drove it today and it looks so good "live" the only negative thing for me is the a bit cheap interior plastics.

Have a 2020 Brz Ts. Love it. Power dip and all. Not fast, but so dialed in. Only thing keeping me from the new model is a limited edition. Here is hoping before they make everything electronic... gah! In the mealtime, you can't pry my 2020 from my fingers! Cheers!

Savagegeese mentioned that the steering was a bit worse or specifically "like every other car". Do you notice any difference in feedback / feel between this and the gen 1?

Great Video I 💯% agree that driving this kind of car with ice tires on snow is a sh*t ton of Fun. I'm waiting on a GR Corolla (hoping for the Circuit) To replace my Fiesta ST.

Want this car, but not willing to pay a dealer markup, period! Great review! Thanks!✌️

I'm keeping my 2013 gt86. It looks better than the GR version, but the engine upgrade is a reason to buy the new one.

I nearly bought a BRZ back in 2017, but couldn't quite do it. I wanted a little more from the engine. If this was the car they had then, I probably would have bought it.

Got a big chuckle out of your comment, "If you don't look back at your car after you park it, you bought the wrong car." I didn't realize I was doing that until you made the comment. I have the BRZ Limited and couldn't be happier. I do live in the northern U.S., so I had to buy a set of all-season tires. Summer tires, here, are good for 4-6 months. I like to drive my car a little more than that! :-)

Was thinking about getting one, the limited availability in europe, and some concerns about the power/torque lead me to buy a new mk4 Focus ST instead. Seeing the engine problems I'm pretty glad I didn't buy one, but I expect subaru to deal with the issues and fix it in the future. If the prices are somewhat reasonable, I'm thinking about picking one up next year as a summer-car.

Quick question, I'm seeing a few RU-vid videos by guys talking about silicone in the pick-up tube of the engine. Potentially could be an issue. Are they using silicone instead of a gasket? That would really piss me off as this same issue happened on my 1996 Corvette where the silicone dried up and started leaking.

I think I am in contact with five dealerships in the area trying to buy one at MSRP. To be honest I think it may be November or later till I can find a seller without a markup, but I keep hoping it will be sooner. In the meantime I can just keep growing that down payment.

This new 86 and brz has the old school 1995 Mitsubishi eclipse look to it! Love it!

Awesome 😎👍 from Cape Town South Africa

Having wanting a 86 since the first gen but not being financially able to get one, owning a GR86 has been an absolute joy. I think it was a blessing that I was able to get one when the second gen dropped, as I was always reluctant to pull the trigger bc of the old gens lackluster motor. They improved every aspect of this car, from looks to performance. It really is perfect.

"If you don't look back at your car after you parked it, you have the wrong car" - true, same thing goes for ... OK, I'd better stop, will get into trouble even if it's true :-)

I have been reading reviews that some 2022 gr86 owners have been reported engine problems.

My track monster is a 1LE but if I was a high school kid again, I can myself wanting to have one of these little cars too

Does it come with manual steering and manual brakes? I wish it would.

I’m sold.. going to my dealership next few days I hope they have the setup details you spoke about can’t wait to find the right roads to open this up

For me the Shelby GT-350 had the best steering feel of any sports car I’ve owned. Second was a 2003 Z4 amazing feel!

Fun fact: in Europe the extra duckbill spoiler is optional. I bought the premium 6MT sapphire blue version without the duckbill spoiler.

Pretty sure this will be my next car, no snow here in Florida.

When I’m outta college (2026) this car will be a gift for myself

I have been stuck for months whether to get a BRZ or MX-5? I love them both. But I want at least a sunroom or a convertible from Subaru/Toyota.

To be fair, you can pick up some of the Twins for around 13k used now, a few mods a tune and maybe your into it 20k and you've got the same car. Youll still have tons of cash to spend on track days etc. the '22 also lost its 4 piston front brakes from the sports of 18+. I feel they should have done more with the 2nd Gens. It will lose out the the GR Corolla once they become "Available"

I never really liked any car in my life but when I got in one of the GR86 on one Toyota dealership, I just fell in love.

I have had the exact same car since taking delivery in 2022. It’s an awesome car - handling, looks and driving experience. Let alone the price point. I’m looking to increase horsepower by just enough to get more acceleration without having to swap out brakes and stuff. The only complaint I have is a a sticky second gear. Otherwise it’s a keeper.

Welp, I know what I'm getting after my 2014 tC dies. Snow was the only thing holding back a purchase.

I always said my FRS woudl've been perfect if it had 20-25 more HP. So glad they increased it from the factory.

The shifter at 3:54 had me dying idky

I keep seeing all the comparison to the Miata, and I think the GR-86 is a solid car no doubt. The Miata is a convertible and a toy, totally different segment.

Rear Wheel Drive Naturally aspirated vehicles with the options to turn off the Traction Control are FUN! ❤

Just found out that I have to drop the oil pan every time I do an oil change to look for blockage in the oil sump??????? Due to the silicone????? Or the engine will seize?????? I just got the car!!!!!!!

what about the honda 2023 type R?

Considering these cars are going for $35k to $40k with markup the 230i M sport is actually better. More power, actual useable back seats, and still RWD.

I am a race car engineer. In recent years (5 or 6 years) I've owned a 2017 BMW 340i, a 2017 BMW M240i, a 2015 Porsche Cayman S, and a 2014 Scion FRS. I still own the 2017 BMW M240i. Fastest 0-60 car I've owned. But, for steering feel, hands down, no comparison, the 2014 Scion FRS has the best steering feel (out of cars I've owned). It's like you are feeling the pavement with your hand. I sold the car because it wouldn't get out of it's own way power wise. Especially low end torque. I know the new generation is much better. But I would really like to drive one to seen how much better.

I drive these cars off the ship from Japan, yes they are good cars and perfect(for a new car) to learn how to drive a manual transmission.....but you gotta drive a good condition fd3s either stock or a good single turbo swap. Nothing like it, but generally the suspension will usually be to rough for some(it's a road going race car...read the Mazda designer expose on the car) so it's a but stiff

Does anyone prefer the base model over the premium?

That red is beautiful.

I have an m240i on order, but I've honestly been considering cancelling it in favor of picking up a GR86 and learning stick shift. The package that Toyota / Subaru has put together with this car just seems like such incredible value, and while the m240i is an absolute rocket ship, the GR86 just seems like more of a joyful car to drive.

News flash, it's not under $30k in reality anymore, but it's still worth it... Don't track your car unless you overfill by at least half a liter, and consider running an Accusump setup on track if you're going that route. The aftermarket will fix the oiling issues with a baffle that actually works soon, stay tuned. In the meantime, enjoy it on the backroads and remember to check your oil, change your oil, and service the PCV system every 30k miles.

im trying to decide on whether to get a gr86, supra 3.0 premium or camaro as my first car

what does this offer over an older cheap scion? lsd?

How many are going to the usa? Uk cars sold out in 45 minutes