How to Buy a Toyota GR Corolla (and Why I Bought One)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 มี.ค. 2023
- The GR Corolla is a great, yet elusive car. And because I've been told it was impossible to buy for a reasonable price (even by dealers), today, I will show how I purchased one myself.
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So wait it was 2k ADM and the 1600 for the PPF as well?
Yes🥴 Not a big deal for me as I was planning on spending a lot more than that to get it properly ceramic coated but I don’t like that tactic at all.
Glad you asked I was confused too lol
@@liudxdx Just pinned it to avoid any confusion!
@@Realistick Is the GR corolla easy to start from a stop as far as being resistant to stalling? I heard that the Civic Si has a good gearbox, but you have to pay close attention to get it off the line smoothly. I ask this as someone who hasn't driven a manual much and is hesitant to buy one as my only car. I have a 2022 GTI with DSG. But I'm considering trading it in for a manual to have something more fun. Is the GR a lot more fun than an auto GTI?
@@joezastawny932 it’s pretty easy to drive! It has a stall preventing feature, auto hold and auto rev matching (defaults to off). It’s more fun than a gti and much quicker in my opinion but if you don’t need awd and don’t care for the extra wow factor of it being a specialty Corolla. The GTI is much more comfortable and has a better interior in most ways. Plus the brakes and tires are less aggressive so it should be cheaper to upkeep. Especially if you consider the mpgs of the GTI and that it runs on regular.
This was my exact experience when trying to buy a 2022 civic si. I called about 50 dealers all marking the car up from 5-10k which totally defeats the purpose of a 200 hp civic with a manual transmission. So, I ended up getting a 2022 Wrx!
It really does make no sense on a car that pivots around being a value proposition. Congrats on the WRX!
Have you enjoyed it until now? I would have considered the WRX as my first option!
@@mikimenendez yeah I just recently hit 10k miles it’s been great! It’s my first manual car so I’m enjoying it a ton. I had a 2.0t accord before the car, so in terms of interior feel and quality it is lacking compared to the accord, but the manual transmission and awd makes up for it. The reason I didn’t consider it first was cuz of the looks but now that I have the car I think it looks awesome! The haters are always gonna hate
@@nathanpop9578 My wife wont let me get a GR (way cramped interior), but she's ok with the WRX. I just wish the WRX had a different infotainment set-up. The big screen thing is terrible! Going to buy the WRX tomorrow, most likely. Awesome driving car, and at 3,000 below MSRP, you can't go wrong!
My exact experience! I was even able to get mine under MSRP. I do wish I got the Civic's MPGs though
Glad that a regular guy like us got such a special car. Enjoy it to the fullest, and congrats.
I appreciate it! First track day (you get a free one with any GR purchase) on April 22nd!
I feel this guy's videos are so underrated. The quality and detail of the reviews are pro level, honestly I feel this guy deserves way more subscribers. I found about him when I was looking for reviews for a Honda Fit manual, and his review was one of the main reasons I decided to buy one of those cars.
Finally someone that knows how to shift and launch the car proper. Picked one up last month and must say the car feels quick!
Congrats! As a former Fiesta ST owner, this is a car that really speaks to me (even more than a Civic Type R), so I hope they keep making it for a few years. Maybe at some point supply will catch up with and even exceed demand, but I'm not holding my breath. For now, it's not worth the hassle to me to try to find a deal like you did. Enjoy your GR!
Thank you, I really think it will be much easier next year, I hope I don't eat my words.
The higher interest rates keep going the more likely we see an end to dealers charging over MSRP.
Former Fiesta st owner too. I need this GR, I remember telling my wife that I wish Ford would make a Fiesta RS. This GR is a little smaller then the Focus n bigger then the St. Got my name on a dealership that doesn’t do markups,even talked to the Sales manager. Hope they keep their word, also I miss 😢my ST!!
@@JG-mg3if Good luck, hope you get your GR!
Former Fiesta ST owner chiming in here as well.. Went from Fiesta St -> GR Supra -> GR Corolla. Its amazing. 100% worth the cost and effort to snag one(near msrp).
As someone who is in a similar situation, I greatly appreciate this video. Great content!
This sounds exactly like my process, that I’ve also been telling people to follow. Great video and congrats! Will be referencing this video next time someone asks how I got one for MSRP
Bro that's too funny I was in constant contact with that dealer as well, and eventually they got the one you bought but they couldn't give me a straight price over the phone so I never bothered lol. Congrats on getting it.
I feel like a lot of the dealers initially got obsessed with figuring out exactly HOW much they could get, disappointing to hear that they did that to you. Feel free to try to grab the other one they have and show this as proof that they will sell for 2k over if they try to tell you otherwise. The staff were honestly much more down to earth than most others I talked to!
Awesome video! Gives me renewed hope as I’m also on quest for one close to MSRP.
Don't stop believing!
Love your videos and style. Such a breath of fresh air. Calm. Collected. Professional. What people really want these days. No fluff and over the top "diSruPtioN". Great work!
Thanks for watching!
This was helpful! Thank you for the review!
Glad I could be of assistance
Good video and congrats on the car. I put in a good amount of work trying to order a 22' BRZ back in November of 2021. Ran into LOTS of markup, dealer add ons and aggressively shitty salesmen. Eventually found a legit great dealer 65 miles away and the whole process with them was fantastic- easily the best car buying experience I've ever had.
Where is that dealer located? (city/state)
You just got a new sub. Keep up the good work.
I’ll be looking next year to park one next to my Kona N. Love this car.
Best of luck!
increíble man!! love the gr . congrats 🎊🎉🍾
A friend of mine owns the company who manufactures the “paint protection “ which is a Wax and he sells his product to car dealerships, Nation wide for $25 a bottle. It’s basically a Ceramic Wax.
Congrats on your newly acquired legend. 🚗💨
Congratulations, fantastic looking car, best of luck with it.
Australia just got the first shipment of GR Corolla in March 2023.
I would love one but have a GR Yaris.
PS We call it GR Corolla GTS. Same spec as Circuit one in America but no Carbon roof. Price $62.900 plus on roads.
Only 700 GTS for 2023. 25 of the special version sold.
Amazing
I reserved mine a day before they announced it back in March 2022 . I was #2 on the list. I waited a year for mine. I got lucky with a weather, technology and performance package on a ice cap core model. I'm glad I passed up on a 2020 corolla hatchback XSE I was about to get at the time. I'm happy with my purchase although I did pay a slight markup. I haven't had this much fun since I picked up an 85 Corolla GTS back in 2003...
Awesome car!! That is a great deal!! The color looks amazing! I just bought a 2023 civic Type R two months ago and I was fortunate to get my type R at msrp! If I didn’t get the Type R I would have tried to get the gr Corolla as well!! I really like the channel and enjoy the content! I am a new subscriber!! Keep up the phenomenal work
That’s awesome, congrats and thank you!
@@Realistick you’re welcome!!🚙👍🏼😃
Man big congratulations 👏. One of the best cars to come out in a long time. I feel like it’s already a legendary car 😅 I mean it’s that clear how great the GR is. I can only imagine the smiles the car puts on your face 🏎️ 💨.
Yes it’s a Corolla, nothing luxurious about interior but it’s a GR✨. It’ll set in after you sort of settle in with your decision 👍.
Thanks, it does feel like an awesome outro to Toyota's ICE sports cars as the brand fights with going EV!
@@Realistick Seriously special car 🔥.
I love it! I think it was a great choice!!!
I test drove a core and loved it so much! Do you think its worth it spending more for the circuit?
Interesting choice for a personal vehicle. I pegged you for a Subaru Outback person, myself.
Another road trip series coming? I'm sure it will be very fun to watch.
Early stages of planning, my goal would be too find a bunch of different alternatives to the GR and then compare them! I'm thinking a tuned wrx and a CTR would be a must.
@@Realistickwould love to see a comparison of a 2022 wrx manual with this GR ….
I have started mods on my friends GR Corolla. Done cold air intake, exhaust Magna-flow , just sent ECU out to get tune loaded. Next is intercooler and downpipe.
This is a really good video. I am a salesman in Toyota Tempe Arizona and too much info but our average markup for GR Corolla is exactly what was mentioned here on this vid. With us its first come first serve and they've all left within few hours of arriving. Demand is crazy high and believe me if you really want this car you'll get it. Supras are being marked up
Then I'll just continue to wait a year or two or three. I just hope Toyota Corp doesn't assume sales # are low for this car when people a larger market wants it at MSRP.
On a plus side, it still is a 1st year production. It is better to be patient and see if there are any long term issues.
Great video.
Next time please let us know what dealership’s are over charging, so people can avoid that particular Dealership.
I know Town Toyota in E Wenatchee Washington USA has a $2K markup, but 2 hours away in Yakima Washington they don’t have any markups so the 4 hour round trip is well worth the $2K savings.
We know bc we tried to keep our money local but they told us to go to Yakima, so we did exactly that when we bought our last Toyota
There's actually a website that does that already! I was rapid fire calling and many are ONLY marking up the GR and TRD Pro stuff, so saying to avoid them completely may be a little excessive.
@@Realistick Thanks
I got my GRC at MSRP. It was a MSRP only dealer. I had purchased a Sienna from the dealer a year earlier and called the day it was announced, April 1st, and put my name on the waitlist. I was 5th. Everyone ended up dropping off, I'm assuming some waited for circuit only, and I got mine start of March. I was also offered a '23 CTR, WRX, and Elantra N at MSRP in the interim. I was offered a CTR 2 weeks before the GRC, pretty tough decision. Overall, I'm extremely impressed, this thing is spectacular. In hindsight, if my budget were tighter, I would have absolutely gotten the Elantra N.
Something I think that a lot of reviewers aren't highlighting is the fact that this comes with adaptive cruise control in lane centering, Toyota's third generation version. It is extremely good. It is not available in the WRX manual or the Elantra N. If you actually commute longer distances in your car, it is very valuable, and I would pay several grand for it. CTR has it, but MSRP is 5k more than a fully loaded core.
It's totally doable to buy this at MSRP. You need to make a lot of calls. It may have been easier because I'm in the Midwest, but it can be done. If you're not on waitlists, you can probably get by with a 2k adm given interest rates, which I would still consider a bargain for how cohesive a driving experience this is. I wouldn't pay that, but I also was willing to wait a year.
EVERYONE needs to refuse ADMs. Also you need to write negative reviews on these dealer's websites. You need to point out that these dealers are looking for every opportunity to fleece you and you need to stay loyal to the MSRP only dealers.
You need to show dealers ADMs are short-sighted profits.
Our Servco Honolulu Toyota was great. We called and asked to put us on a list. We got a call weeks later and they said they got one in BUT, they wanted it to be even for everyone interested. They did a lottery. We lost. A few weeks later, we got another call and notified a second GR Corolla arrived. We put our name in again and this time we won! Servco also sold it at manufacturer's price. No mark up. Kudos to Servco Hawaii Toyota for leveling the playing field. Our Salesman was Alan Tashiro. Thank you Alan!!!
I went through that same thing with my supra. Was awful... most wanted 10k over msrp. Glad you got your car the gr corolla is sick.
Cool car! I'd consider selling my sunny day driving only 2022 MINI Cooper manual to get one of these but I'd have to come up with another $20k + to fund it so not worth it for me right now. But, geez $40k is getting up there price-wise.
Posting from 10 months later, got my Premium trim in Black at MSRP (albeit with roof rack/weather matts/core grade shifter that did bump the price up 1k). 47k OTD (tax/license/registration in California + a 1300 dollar tire/wheel protection warranty).
I hope that Toyota continues to build this car for a few years which improves the odds that I can get one. As a former Toyota Matrix owner, this is definitely a dream vehicle for me. Over time, the prices should eventually stabilize for an already overpriced vehicle.
Have you had any issues when shifting quickly? I’ve read on the gr Corolla forum about some members having issues with being unable to shift quickly when going WOT causing miss shifts and gear grinds.
I work for a large dealership (BMW) but our network also has a Toyota dealership. They don’t have any in stock (obviously), but they said they don’t charge over MSRP, and me being an employee of the network, they said they’ll put me at the top of the list.
I'm in Canada. 2K refundable deposit on the day the GRC was announced in April 2022. Apparently 7th on the list. I agree with what you said about "lazy" dealerships, I had to email probably 10 times, with one in person visit to finally find out they've put in an order to the factory on my behalf for a Core, and I'm ok with any colour. . As far as I know, this is a MRSP dealership... Fingers are crossed.
Best of luck, you have a good shot at msrp since it's a reservation but I would clarify that with the dealer as the 2k over reservation I had was at a dealer that otherwise sold at msrp.
ADM can be gut-turning and skin crawling. While I personally wouldn't as a hard and fast rule, I've accepted there are some great vehicles I will probably never buy because of it. And while it's "just" a hot hatchback, let's not pretend it was a markup on an entry level Corolla like we saw all too often last year. Even though it shouldn't be a penny over, I wouldn't feel too bad about 2k. Especially if it's something you're going to use and enjoy for a long time for it's performance.
Well said!
California, Rooseville Toyota has a $20,000 mark-up (market adjustment), on many vehicles, some lesser models have only $10,000 mark-up.
Man im so glad I got this before I try to move out there!
Got mine in NorCal MSRP. You can do it!
I want one and in the market for a car but I'm willing and able to wait till all the hype dies down. Maybe in 2024 🤞🏼
It would be nice if you could do a video on supplies, as in will it come back to precovid level, ever? Or car makers are making a business case to create an artificial rarity ? Not only for special car like your GR, but also for mid level practical vehicle.
I just might, I'll have to talk to quite a few dealers but that's a good idea.
I just ordered one, it should deliver in the next two weeks. First dealer I went to wanted 15k over, I walked out. The second wanted 5k over but had no allocations in sight. Finally found one that had a red premium edition on its way $1900 over msrp, I was able to negotiate to $1100; but, man did they push hard for the $2500 ceramic coating. I said no and ordered the $170 kit myself.
Congrats! And ouch, Im glad you kept searching.
Hi, did you notice excessive carbon build up on exhaust tips? I have been filling up with Chevron only but those tips turn black in just a few days
Oil. You need catch can for blow by.
Chiming in 5mo later. Got my Core for MSRP 39445 in SoCal.
Oh things have changed since posted. Picked up a 24 premium for 39k. Got the ceramic paint protection/interior warranty for $400. 44 out the door.
Strategy: walked in NYE. Straight to manager. Cashiers check. Done.
Is this GR Corolla now available in the US market?
I gave up a long time ago trying to get this car. I don’t see anywhere close to me where they are selling at MSRP. I got the WRX instead. I’m super happy with it. I’ve taken it out to the gravel and have driven on snowy roads already. The car is as fast as a last generation STI. A few bolt-ons and you’re already at 400whp/wtq. So no, I don’t have any regrets getting the WRX over the GRC.
I recently went to my local toyota dealer just to see if they had one and to get a look up close. To my surprise they had a black core edition with good options. They were asking a 6k mark up and obviously its nit the best, in this market is could have been a lot worse. If i had the money i probibly would have bought it.
I want one. Was going to put in some effort in getting one until I found out they are upping production numbers next year. I can wait a year
Not upping production, just not getting rid of the circuit.
@@Realistick“When Toyota GR fans speak, we listen and our plans are to increase GR Corolla volume and continue offering the Circuit Edition as part of the GR Corolla lineup in 2024,” said Toyota VP of Marketing and Communications Michael Tripp.
@@doubledubs36 I stand corrected but when I read it the last time, I swear they said 1500 circuit models. Which means they may just be increasing production by 300. Either way, the demand will definitely be down by next year so I am sure they will be easier to buy. I just can't see them actually making more than 7000 a year!
@@Realistick they've been way more informative and specific about the circuit edition. However it does sound like they'll make more cores too.
I'm definitely waiting to see what happens. Maybe I'll consider a circuit model if I can get one of those for msrp. However a fully loaded core is my goal.
@@doubledubs36 We shall see, I think you should be able to get your hands on one either way!
Toyota Naperville and Toyota St Charles are MSRP only dealers fyi, about to get my 2024 premium from Naperville.
Ez just wait a yr. Now most places are selling @ MSRP & I ordered one
To my complete surprise, I was contacted by my local dealer and offered the chance to buy one at MSRP. I passed due to it not having the Performance Package which means no LSD. Being a performance car, no LSD was a deal breaker for me. Luckily I'm still on the waitlist and hopefully will be called about the next one, hopefully with an LSD.
I get that decision, I’m not sure I would have had the same self control if it was MSRP but I wish you the best of luck in finding one!
Buying this car without the LSD is brain dead buying. Non LSD puts the car in a 28k range for me, respectively.
Amen to to Canada markup horror stories. While browsing I found a ford dealer in my area selling a 'used' unit with slightly over 100 km for over 70,000$. Msrp here is 48,000$. Flippin rediculous...
Quite informative. Kona N owner...
congrats, this car fits you
Exactly, you're young, if you dont buy a dumb car now, when? Also, this is still more usuable daily than a GR86 or Miata which should only be a 2nd car.
Wish you can test this against a Elantra N/Kona N.
Also, hopefully, Subaru will take this and a hint to give some life support to WRX's.
Hey I am number one on a list for a circuit edition and am a massssive fan boy who is willing to pay way to much for this car. I’m ok losing money on this car in the long run. That said what do you think a decent mark up is for a circuit vs a core?
I've got a circuit edition GRC coming in the next month 2,500 over at my local dealer. Wouldn't pay more than that...
You know the dealer situation is bad when a video comes out on "How to buy" one.
I still can't wrap my head around why people are paying huge markups for freaking Hondas and Toyotas.
How’s your comfort level with the absence of center arm rest on long drives
unfortunately around me, Dealerships are saying their lists are full or its about a 2 year wait. I am hoping If I get on one of the smaller dealerships that the 2 year wait is more like a year to year and a half as they make more of these cars and the hype does down.
the stands of the car would look better with 245/35 tyres, the 235 tyres look a little bit small.
Beefy tires may be in the works if I change the suspension!
Romeoville il?is by my house !! Is it correct , i was there when this vehicles was delivered on the first day , they asking 20k msrp more , they wont tell me the price over the phone .lol , they then called me back after a week told me how much i can pay lol , i think they are joke . Never bother shop w them anymore . I am currently loooking at circuit edition slightly over 3 k , still debating buy or not buy as i have six other cars on my driveway lol
What was the APR you were given? I’m being told i can see one when it arrives later this month but APR and potential markup concerns me.
It all depends on your credit score, debt to income, and length of credit. Right now, top tier credit gets you a sub 6 percent rate for 72 months :( I’d recommend just paying it off as fast as possible and trying to put as much down as you can to reduce the principal. The car should hold a ton of value so a little markup here won’t put you in a bad spot like it would with most.
@@Realistick Yeah I have been looking at the market and that seems about on low end too. Last year i got a rav4 for 2.9. Sucks
@@jimmypena2442 It's dark times for money.
Congrats on the car. Best color for that car too! Want the GR but here in SoCal it’s impossible to find one at MSRP. I’m gonna stick with my Hyundai Veloster N manual. It’s 33.5k and in many ways better than the GR. Better seats, Adjustable suspension, nicer exhaust, a rear spoiler, and an actual armrest.
Thanks and cool car! I can't say I'd pick the Veloster over the GR in Indiana, but for that price, and with SoCal weather, the Veloster is hard to knock (especially with the armrest)!
How would you know it’s better than the GR if you have never truly driven a GR 🤣
@@dtbeachbums The GR with markups unfortunately is 45-50k. My car is 33.5k with many better features that I pointed out. So saving over 10k for similar performance with better options I’m gonna stick with the Veloster N. So yep, financially and functionally it’s a better value.
@@drumflip1253 but still you don’t truly know the difference in reality so enough of the financial statistics and just admit in real life you know nothing about the GR performance so let me know if you get a chance to drive it and drive it often then you might be able to truly compare the two if it’s “worth it” 😏
@@dtbeachbums I was just quoted 10k over MSRP by Tustin Toyota today. This car ain’t worth 50k sorry. I don’t need to drive it to know the interior is cheap, wireless charger doesn’t work well, radio isn’t good, the exhaust isn’t great and the cost of ridiculous unfortunately with these dealers in SoCal. So no thanks. After watching several reviews the same things keep being mentioned about all I said. At the real world price and mark ups It’s not an option for me. I’m sure it’s a blast to drive but so is mine and mine is 15k cheaper. I’ve owned several hot hatches I know how they feel and drive like.
These modern dealerships will be the death of the automotive industry
When the GR86 came out, I had a similar experience. Lazy car salesmen who wouldn't put any effort into helping me buy one. After months of trying, I gave up and decided not to get the GR86. Best decision because in hind sight, we know about the problems of the GR86.
In Canada I found one for 63k CAD for core model. They are asking way too much so I walked away.
What about a used one?
I got mine at 3k and just so happened to call on the day it arrived in the lot. I honestly think I should go by a lotto ticket…
What squeaks and rattles are you experiencing? I have 2,500 miles on my GR Core and it’s tight as a drum
Door panels, glove compartment, cargo area, all just interior plastics, nothing mechanical. I put some kilomat in it and that solved some of the issues.
I don't understand why it's so hard to buy these cars, and everything even remotely similar. There's the GR Corolla, the Civic Type R, the Integra Type S...all incredibly difficult to find for MSRP. It's not like these are Porsches, or Ford GTs...they are literally performance hatchbacks. Family cars!
mmmmm, I called a few places, they all wanted $10k over, and I was like hell-Z NO, guess I'll wait and wait
Not my cup of tea. I like base models. I’m admittedly not a car enthusiast. But I would never tell someone else what to do with their money. I do find it very odd that it doesn’t have a center console. Hope you enjoy the ride but drive it safely.
It's a cool car for sure, but not 45k cool. I just couldn't. I bought a 2017 fiesta st for 16k and it is all the hot hatch I need. And the aftermarket can push power to near the gr corolla levels if I really wanted that much power. I do like the awd option though. The fiesta would definitely benefit from that. I do think in time the gr will be a classic and appreciate in value. Not sure if that will happen for the fiesta.
People (including myself) are certainly paying for the specialness right now, it really does feel like a cheap hatch with a sports car soul.
My 2003.5 E46 M3 Coupe 6spd manual window sticker is 47k. And it’s faster stock than this GRC still lol. This GRC is way overpriced.
@@Realistick that’s the Toyota way. Cheap cars for high prices.
I wish they would allow us to build our own.
I put down a deposit 4/22 when the car came in (2/23) it wasn't the color I wanted. Called around 50 dealers, most dealer were 5K over, handful 10K and few 15K. Most people won't have the time to call that many dealers. Found a dealer MSRP + $1600 dealer add ons (paint/interior), $40.5K. The GR is a good low/mid $40s car, it is not a good $50K+ car. At 73 it's a stretch run, why not enjoy it?
Sounds like a great deal to me, glad you got what you wanted. Congratulations!
@@Realistick Red is the color for this car. Solid job on your reviews
I love the Corolla GR and glad Toyota made it available to U.S. buyers.
However, I cannot justify paying markup on any vehicle. I’m sorry, but if you wouldn’t overpay for a washer, dryer, TV, etc. Why overpay for a car?? Markups on vehicles are killing the enthusiast market. They would go away If people would just stop paying it. 🛑
Dealers have certainly ruined the experience and we need to remember that. Subaru made sure their retailers didn't go over sticker, Toyota didn't. It's a lot easier for prices to be reduced when a dealer has 15 rav4s sitting around because people aren't buying them marked up than when a dealer has 1 or 2 gr corollas coming in for the whole year (if that). The dealer will just call the 5 people who are trying to put their name on it and see who wants it the most (I witnessed this firsthand). Toyota needs to take action if they want to prove they care.
What MODS would you do in the future?
Is this known as GR Yaris abroad?
No, different cars but North America doesn't have the Yaris anymore so we get this, a Corolla with a GR Yaris powertrain and extra boost!
Paying anything but MSRP for this car is ridiculous. Consumers should simply refuse to tolerate this.
I'm seeing that the MSRP for the core edition is 35.9k on Toyota's website, while the Circuit Edition is 42.9k. Can I ask where you got the 40k MSRP from? Thanks
Got mine unexpectedly, for msrp in So Cal. Core w/ full packages. Not on a list just bought a lot from them before so I got a call when financing dropped on one.
They made me buy the extended warranty and paint protection but worth it especially since I never expected to get one.
Killer deal, congrats!
Which dealer? I’m on the hunt, thanks!
So you paid $2,000 in adm, plus more money on unwanted dealer installed options.
Do I have that right?
How much were the unwanted dealer options?
Really like the supersonic red.
Yes, the only dealer bs was the paint protection, the stuff like floormats and GR shifter were included in the MSRP as port installed accessories (dealer has nothing to do with that). As much as the paint protection itself is a scam, the free fixes for scratches, chips, etc is nice so it wasn't a dealbreaker for me. I love the red too, that was extra as well :(
@@Realistick
So what was the total price out the door before sales tax?
@@dougmaverick3287 $40,469 (msrp includes accessories)plus 2,000 markup, plus $1,800 for the protection. $44,269.
@@Realistick
Well paint protection is of value to me, as I plan on getting ppf on the full hood, bumper, full fenders, mirror caps, rocker panels.
Overall how has your gr Corolla lived up to all the hype?
That film get's a lot more expensive than the ceramic coating stuff they put on my car so beware! The car has lived up to the hype and then some for me, but the interior feels cheaper than I was expecting. It's not even SE grade, just LE and it has subtle creaking noises that bother me but that's it. I'll go much more in-depth soon!
Great video. I think they will eventually fall under MSRP. But if I’m wrong. Will be able to buy WRX under MSRP all day long.
I doubt we'll see the day where it goes under msrp, the GR may go to 2025 and they make 20k units max. They make like 25k WRXs a year I believe and there's also a used market too so I think the WRX will go back under msrp on average here soon.
@@Realistick WRX has been under MSRP. GR might depending on certain factors. Thanks for great videos. Love the WRX vs GR comparison video.
I reached out to my local dealer who actually had the courtesy to call me back and they're not even taking names anymore because the wait list is so long. Oh well.
I'm glad they just told you! It seems like many dealers will just add you without thinking that it will come in. It's a calling game now but eventually it will be easier.
My local dealer was marking them up to $62000
It's a cute car. Cute is the word for it. Chicks dig the cute red egg.
Hopefully the moms dig it too😎😤
Other AWD cars just a few years, in this “basic” category, cost $30-35k. This is why I can’t get on board with new cars today. So much money for nothing much better.
Not worth MSRP, especially when Toyota adds those useless extras, and especially not if a dealer adds 'fees'.
It's a 25k car in my book.
I had a deposit for one for +5k over sticker. My wife hated the interior so much that I had to relent. Going with the WRX instead, which is being discounted now, so there's that.
You can find them, but not for the price they're worth. The core edition is not worth 50k or 60k, which is what they're asking for.
Depends where you are, this was 2k over and I’ve heard others echo the same thing.
Constantly checking in with multiple dealerships and paying a markup? No car is worth that much effort...
Ho Lee Chit that was a hard story to swallow. You have to be a reel car nut to devote 60 days or more chasing down a car that is your not so average reviewed car. I’ll hope that your love affair will last.
Too expensive with markups and too much hassle to track one down. I currently own an FK8 and I wouldn't trade it in for the FL5 or the GR Corolla. I'd probably seek one out if I didn't have the type R.
So the WRX seems like a better deal all around. Easier to find, has aftermarket support, no markups, AWD, and a decent interior.
I will say this, the GR Corolla has a nice rear fenders and bumper. I'm sure this car will always have value, but Toyota didn't make enough of them.
WRX is definitely a better deal all around but it can't match the fun factor of the GR (which is why I bought one instead of saving ten grand on a WRX)
If I got an fk8 for under 38k I wouldn't look back
Drove the Elantra N and this and bought the N, I can't believe how much they want for this shit
cars are not cheap these days. Even current gen Golf R is nearly $50k if and I mean if you can find one at MSRP. Crazy times to be a car enthusiast
Congratulations, you deserve a cookie…….🤦♂️
When you pay the Markup, you’re throwing your money away because you Won’t get it back when you go to sell it.
You’re automatically Upside Down.
In 5 years you’ve lost 40% of the MSRP Plus the Markup that you gave to the owner of the Dealership so he can drive a Mercedes, BMW, Porsche, etc.
I guess there’s one born every minute
Sheeeesh you know nothing about the specialty market. Research the MSRP of cars like the Lancer Evolution, WRX STI and Focus RS, now see how much it takes to buy a lightly used one (spoiler, they haven't lost much in value or have appreciated).
@@Realistick In the last few years, used cars have actually gone Up in value, but with interest rates going up, taxes, fuel, food prices skyrocketing, a lot of people are having to make financial decisions that are becoming uncomfortable. It’s only going to get worse.
The bubble is about to burst.
You’re too young to remember back in the late 70s and early 80s car dealerships were selling cars for $100 over Dealer Costs.
I remember in the 80s when you were lucky if you could find a mortgage rate at 15%.
You younger people don’t have a clue, but you’re about to learn.
The bubble will burst certainly, you're right. When it does, the people who bought a Camry or Sorento will be hit hard, the people who bought limited edition, high demand cars will not be affected nearly as much. Like I said, this used to be my job before prices got inflated. I will make a video in a year or so to see how much it's worth just so you (and I) can learn ;)
Buy a Subaru WRX instead, and if you need it to be way faster than the GR Corolla, tune it.
You will get a more reliable, better daily, faster, funnier and cheaper car.
I’ve driven both a ton, GR is more fun to drive and much quicker stock. If you don’t like warranties and all you care about is more powah and less price, then sure, modify a wrx.
@@Realistick not necessarily less price, but a reasonable one. GR Corollas are way too expensive due to shortage. And even if the WRX is slower stock, it is better as a daily in my opinion
@@mikimenendez What you get with the Corolla is better overall. Better looking car, more competent, better features (brakes/diffs etc). I still wouldn't be paying over MSRP though lol. End of the day, it's a hot hatch that is artificially inflated in price. It's only 300bhp, it's not god mode power, so I find it a little comical. I would agree with you and say for anyone that needs the rear seats, the WRX is way more practical. The hatch on the GR is really nice to have though.
@@sidehide1 outside of the RTV issue, the FA24 is a beast of an engine.
@@matthewwain9958 better looking, maybe for some, but I like the WRX still. Stock vs stock yes, GR Corolla is a clear winner in terms of performance, but after market can level the Subaru easily. And yes, I mean better daily because of the passengers’ space, for a family for example. So depends on your needs…