2019 Toyota Supra
07-12-18, 12:05 PM
#18
Lexus Fanatic
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The Supra replaces the Camry in this series
Like with all NASCAR models, the Supra bears only a slight resemblance to the upcoming production car. It's really just a spec race car dressed up in a Supra suit, sharing far more parts with the Ford Mustangs and Chevy Camaros than with any road-going Toyota. All Xfinity Series cars use carbureted 5.8-liter V8s and tube-frame chassis.
will this really entice more supra sales? if so, p.t.barnum was right, again...
07-12-18, 01:58 PM
#20
Lexus Test Driver
Not liking anything thus far. It has a pointy, Alfa Romeo nose and an over-chiseled, 3/4 scale rear flanks- none of which resemble any past Supra. The Supra body has always been a fully-grown, full-bodied affair. This looks like a 3/4 baked car, in the same class as older Z4 or something smaller.
07-12-18, 02:04 PM
#21
Lexus Test Driver
but i guess we'll see.
i'd honestly consider one.. depending on how much it is. 45k/55k seems to be the sweet spot. For 4/6 cylinders.
07-12-18, 02:05 PM
#22
Lexus Test Driver
BTW it's interesting how little faith Lexus/Toyota seems to have in their 8AR engine. They already have a 4-turbo and yet they're just sourcing from BMW. both Turbo 4 engines are supposed to directly compete and are both current.
07-12-18, 02:07 PM
#23
Lexus Test Driver
I saw an internal document that referenced B58B30 which is the current BMW 340i engine. and also BMW's current 2.0L 4 cylinder engine in the lower model. They're basically getting BMW's current 4 and 6 turbos. nothing more nothing less.
but i guess we'll see.
i'd honestly consider one.. depending on how much it is. 45k/55k seems to be the sweet spot. For 4/6 cylinders.
but i guess we'll see.
i'd honestly consider one.. depending on how much it is. 45k/55k seems to be the sweet spot. For 4/6 cylinders.
check Supra forums for insider info on the iron block, its coming from several reputable sources there.....we shall see i guess
07-12-18, 02:15 PM
#24
Lexus Fanatic
07-12-18, 02:17 PM
#25
You're one of our resident BMW guys. What do you think? Do you believe the new Supra will be had in only BMW 4 and 6 cylinder engines? That a new Iron Block is on it's way? Maybe to be an option or replace the BMW 6 in the future? Curious what your take is on these rumors.
07-12-18, 02:20 PM
#27
It can take a beating and keep humming along vs say Aluminum block. Longevity. Of course since cars are leased more and more these days, the number of cars reaching 250-300k miles is less and less. Not to say an aluminum block can't last long. The 2JZ-GE/GTE is a legend because one could essentially put a bullet in it and it would still run.
07-12-18, 02:20 PM
#28
Lexus Fanatic