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Jul 13, 2006 | 08:20 AM

#16

SoCalSC4

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Originally Posted by Onelove

Who wants a 450hp NA V8 Supra ? The car is built around it's legendary 2JZ engine and MKIV model, bringing out something that isn't turbo isn't going to appeal to as many people as the previous car that was slated a failure. I've talked to many insiders and I don't see this happening any time soon. Toyota is doing fine selling cars with their current and future slated lineup.

On the contrary, market research says that Toyota's customers want a naturally aspirated engine. I like the 'tunability' of a turbo car, but my guess is that if a version of the Supra resurfaces the high end version will be around $50-$55K... they won't exactly be targeting first time car buyers or xB customers. A majority of the initial NEW CAR buyers will likely lease the cars and leave them stock (perhaps wheels, tint, exhaust... nothing crazy).

I love the 2J and respect what it's capable of, but the straight 6 is long gone, replaced by lighter, more efficient eco-friendly engines. An aluminum V8 would be awesome... if nothing else, for the sound. And Toyota has shown they can build a terrific V8.

I'd love to see Toyota step back in this market with a V6 and V8 model to scare 350Z and RX-8 owners. The new Supra wouldn't be a huge seller, but it would do wonders for Toyota's image.

Toyota builds great cars... too bad none of the current cars excite me.

Last edited by SoCalSC4; Jul 13, 2006 at 08:23 AM.

Jul 13, 2006 | 10:24 AM

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tmf2004

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Originally Posted by GlobeCLK

Supra's return is pretty much a set deal. All japanese magazines are reporting a Spring 2008 date, a few months after the GT-R launch.

V6 and V8 models for going up against 350Z and the GT-R.

They're not going to go turbo. Nowadays they can efficiently use a V8 with good gas consumption and power output. It will be up to the aftermarket.

I saw a article the other night about the GT-R.. It looks badazz...

My question is, when is it coming to the states...

Jul 15, 2006 | 09:32 PM

#18

Nextourer

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2007 is it not?

Jul 16, 2006 | 12:48 AM

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Dynasty SC

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ive seen those pics quite awhile ago... i wouild love love love to see a new supra and the coupe most definitely looks the part, that wouldnt disappoint me as the new supra. still i have my doubts just as ive had with every supra rumor to come out in the past 8 years. let us hope we hear an official toyota announcement

Jul 16, 2006 | 12:52 AM

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saleem

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Is the topspeed link on the first page a new picture ? because I cant seem to open it . It just says website is busy or something. The second link has been posted a BILLION times please end the stupid madness. Is the topspeed link new or the same old convertible coupe red white scan from the japanese mag ? If so YOU SHOULD BE BANNED FOR REPOST !

Jul 16, 2006 | 01:00 AM

#21

saleem

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Oh God it is the SAME ****ing scan thats been circulating the interwebs for six months now

WTF please dont post this **** anymore. Im gonna go postal if I see one more supposed Supra post. IT DOES NOT EXIST LF-A is coming maybe IS500 is coming those are LEXUS. Toyota has a hybrid sports car in the works which wont be making an appearance probably for another year to say the least and no Its not the VOLTA.