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Old Aug 22, 2019 | 11:40 AM
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Yeah, GTR starts at $113k, Supra at $50k. Not sure why anyone would expect the Supra to be faster.
Well the Supra was $50k back in the 90s. The expectation was perhaps that it would be more expensive and faster to keep up with the big boys.
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Old Aug 22, 2019 | 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by mmarshall
Well, I'll comment on it.......Legend or not, take it to the strip, not on the street, if you are going to drag-race someone.
the drag strip has too many other factors that influence the outcome besides just power, the real measure of performance is with the 60-130 pull

with its AWD and incredible launch control system the GT-R would just get a major initial lead every time, unless toyota made an AWD supra and who wants that
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Old Aug 22, 2019 | 12:57 PM
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not just one, but two?!?! now, that's gonna drive supra mkv prices up. just needs some huge NOS bottles

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Old Aug 22, 2019 | 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by RNM GS3
Toyota dealer would not allow me to sit in the Supra - just regular model not Launch Edition.

I just laughed and walked out.

Good luck to these horrible dealers that ruin the whole purchase experience with their markups and snotty attitudes.
That's ridiculous, you should call and reach the actual manager and say you had a check written for the car. That might change their tune.
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Old Aug 22, 2019 | 02:46 PM
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I got referred to a local dealership here in the SF Bay Area. Got the car ordered and should get it in 2-3 weeks, at MSRP. Impressions soon....
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Old Aug 22, 2019 | 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by EZZ
Well the Supra was $50k back in the 90s. The expectation was perhaps that it would be more expensive and faster to keep up with the big boys.
Maybe, but that is a stretch for a Toyota branded sports car.
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Old Aug 23, 2019 | 06:47 AM
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Originally Posted by EZZ
Well the Supra was $50k back in the 90s. The expectation was perhaps that it would be more expensive and faster to keep up with the big boys.
The 300z, 3000GT and RX7 was in the $50k range or close to it so I fully expect the GTR cost more than that.
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Old Aug 23, 2019 | 07:05 AM
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Either way, your aren't going to see a Toyota branded sports car anywhere close to the price range needed to compete with a $113k GTR. And as much as I don't like the BMW DNA, it's a good car for what it is.
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Old Aug 23, 2019 | 10:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Bob04
Either way, your aren't going to see a Toyota branded sports car anywhere close to the price range needed to compete with a $113k GTR. And as much as I don't like the BMW DNA, it's a good car for what it is.
i think only because there's Lexus these days, Toyota still wants people to have a reason to get the RC-F
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Old Aug 23, 2019 | 10:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Stroock639
i think only because there's Lexus these days, Toyota still wants people to have a reason to get the RC-F
I'd much rather have RC-F than the Supra. Wouldn't think twice.
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Old Aug 23, 2019 | 12:04 PM
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Originally Posted by AJT123
I'd much rather have RC-F than the Supra. Wouldn't think twice.
yea no s hit lol... it's way more awesome

but if the supra had the LS 500's ttv6 with bigger turbos and turned up to about 650-700hp i wouldn't really want the RC anymore
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Old Aug 23, 2019 | 12:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Stroock639
yea no s hit lol... it's way more awesome

but if the supra had the LS 500's ttv6 with bigger turbos and turned up to about 650-700hp i wouldn't really want the RC anymore
I think i'd rather the Supra. Its faster, handles better, and isn't such a pig. The RCF weighs a gazillion lbs
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Old Aug 23, 2019 | 12:36 PM
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Originally Posted by EZZ
I think i'd rather the Supra. Its faster, handles better, and isn't such a pig. The RCF weighs a gazillion lbs
that's why there just needs to be a faster BRZ model

there's currently no toyota that's really fast and comfortable for long trips
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Old Aug 24, 2019 | 08:18 AM
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Comparison with Shelby GT350:

https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...d%29%7D&src=nl

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Old Aug 25, 2019 | 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by ST430
I got referred to a local dealership here in the SF Bay Area. Got the car ordered and should get it in 2-3 weeks, at MSRP. Impressions soon....
Good to hear you got it for MSRP. Looking forward to your driving impressions. Don't compare it to the MKIV. Haha.
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