2022 BRZ: 3 Month Owner Review; Still worth it?

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  • @VoxVirtus86
    @VoxVirtus86 2 ปีที่แล้ว +155

    Disable the seatbelt alarm. You can do that by having the ignition on and buckling and unbuckling the seatbelt 20 times quickly.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      That was my last upload 🔥

    • @VoxVirtus86
      @VoxVirtus86 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      @@Smeedia Lol you're right, I even watched it. I am trippin.

    • @Cal-El
      @Cal-El 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@VoxVirtus86 😂 Something like this happened to me before. You’re not alone

    • @sipka2
      @sipka2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      What is more annoying, plugging and unplugging it 20 times, or driving 20 metres with beeping. Lol

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Driving 20 meters listening to it beeping

  • @shiloh5199
    @shiloh5199 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That BRZ looks gorgeous in the opening scene with Tanner sitting in front on the passenger door

  • @jasoncote8837
    @jasoncote8837 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I have owned my 22 almost 5 months and 11k miles and still love it with no major complaints.

  • @kyleSTI
    @kyleSTI 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The turn signal lever is a common feature in fords. It turns off when you make the turn, or when you push it again to the direction you selected. Keyless doesn’t work when the car is running, at least that’s what I’ve learned with my STI. I lock my car when I start it to warm up, I have to use the actual key when I want to unlock it. Otherwise when I place my hand on the handle, it constantly rings at me. And the button on the key fob doesn’t lock/unlock the car either while it’s running.

  • @ericbradt8213
    @ericbradt8213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Dude you are one of, if not the most entertaining tuner enthusiast out there.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eyyyyy appreciate it Eric 😁😁😁

  • @chadm6805
    @chadm6805 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    No cars are worth the dealer markup. That’s a bs ploy

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Mark ups are scams

    • @xil3ntkha0s
      @xil3ntkha0s 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Smeedia they are 💯

    • @jakkals2039
      @jakkals2039 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      All Toyotas in nj currently have markups so I chose a brz 🤙

    • @ExperiMentalDon
      @ExperiMentalDon ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup. They'll give you all kinds of excuses if you mention it too. "Well, supply is really low right now, but they're selling like crazy," meanwhile there's half a lot full of the same car.

  • @VIVsVeiws
    @VIVsVeiws 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Learning to drive stick to fully enjoy mine when I get it. Might wait another year to see if they work out any kinks from the first run of cars. Mainly because I am broke and have my current ride paid off which feels amazing.

    • @itsmaistro
      @itsmaistro 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here 🤣🤣🤣

    • @diallo1347
      @diallo1347 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Smart. Too many people trying to buy brand new cars before they pay off their current one. Just lease if you HAVE to have the new car stop piling on debt.

    • @helena_augusta
      @helena_augusta 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I learned to drive a manual on a semi-truck. It was comical driving a Jeep... sometimes I'd try to double clutch or float other times I'd be looking for the splitter to grab a higher gear. 🤣

    • @TrojanRabbit521
      @TrojanRabbit521 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I didn’t know how to drive a standard when I bought my 1st car. Luckily for new drivers modern manuals are so much easier. Don’t have to ride the clutch in traffic jams.
      Go get 1 if lightweight sports cars are your bag. The 86/BRZ is a dream car. I got BRZ since Subaru didn’t mark the car up

    • @donjohnson2428
      @donjohnson2428 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Buy a beater and learn to drive on that before you put tons of unnecessary wear on a brand new car’s transmission…. Protect your investment

  • @exkilledu8370
    @exkilledu8370 2 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    Bro no way you just come out with this vid lol. I’ve been thinking about getting one of these recently but the Toyota version

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I can almost read minds 😅🔥

    • @exkilledu8370
      @exkilledu8370 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Smeedia it appears so

    • @danny4evr
      @danny4evr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Same bro same. Just 2 hours ago I was looking at videos

    • @jeanpalacio3360
      @jeanpalacio3360 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Bro is the most clutch when it comes to Subaru

    • @Twig2250
      @Twig2250 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Save a few extra bucks for a new Z id say

  • @joynalabdhin7034
    @joynalabdhin7034 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I am 5'5 and this car is my dream car. Love this car. 😀

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You'd fit perfectly it in 🔥

  • @peterb352
    @peterb352 2 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Was able to grab a GR86 at MSRP and I agree with everything you said in this video. I'm loving the car.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Eyyyy good job on the MSRP dude! Dealers be wild out Here

    • @peterb352
      @peterb352 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Smeedia no kidding. I saw you were in WA. Had to go all the way to Bellingham to get mine at msrp. Lol

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Nit too far though 😬

    • @Sazyua
      @Sazyua 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I want a GR 86 but the only dealership in Atlanta that allow pre-orders has a $4-5k markup :/

    • @griffin_kith6214
      @griffin_kith6214 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I went to a Toyota here in Phoenix and they tried to have me paying 40k and I walked out, they called me a few days later and I told them I’m gonna keep looking for one at msrp and they told me they’d sell it to me at msrp, sadly I now have to wait because my parents told me they’d co sign with me if I waited until I graduate and since I’m only 19 I could use that

  • @TheHeartless917
    @TheHeartless917 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    glad I discovered this channel. this dude is super entertaining.. looking forward to owning the new brz too

  • @vincentnoir
    @vincentnoir 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You’re the first channel I’ve ever subscribed to after just one video. Love your car

  • @Sazyua
    @Sazyua 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I want a GR86 so badly but none of the dealerships around Atlanta have one or are accepting pre-orders and the only one that is has a $4-5k markup. Thank you for your advice on walking out. Your point made it clear to me not to give these dealerships extra money. After talking to the salesman who tried to sell me a GR86 for $42k, I walked out lol I’ll just wait or find dealerships further out than me

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      42K?! 😳 holy hell, I promise there are some out there at MSRP they pop up every now and then

    • @kaboom1252
      @kaboom1252 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I believe r/gr86 has a dealer thread of dealers that do MSRP only

    • @jakkals2039
      @jakkals2039 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I almost got an 86 for $40k but ended up finding the same year (2023) brz for $30k. Agree that paying a markup defeats the whole purpose of an “affordable sports car”

  • @Netryon
    @Netryon 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's so meaningful if you own it and are being watched from second or third floor so then you next to it's scaled down bigger scene. MSRP is completely new term for us and our hardware info components.

  • @alexlee-isted5046
    @alexlee-isted5046 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved this video. Orders just went live yesterday in the UK for the 86 with first deliveries due in July 22. Very excited and counting down the days!

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ohhhh hopefully time Flys by 🥳

    • @alexlee-isted5046
      @alexlee-isted5046 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Smeedia Toyota have said every UK allocated car sold out in 40 minutes so I was lucky to have got one!

  • @CruiseControl1
    @CruiseControl1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the update I'm still waiting for my Neptune Blue GR86

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great color choice!!!!

  • @Fuegobunny
    @Fuegobunny ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man I wish you didn't sell this car. Would have loved to learn about this car with you

  • @toasty699
    @toasty699 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wait it's already been 3 months?!?! Sheeeeeesh keep up the great work!!!

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right, time Flys 😬

  • @leonsdx
    @leonsdx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I was looking for one near my area and all the dealers had em over 35k almost 40k! Nice to know it's a good purchase if it's near MSRP, I appreciate the insight dude

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Anytime and hopefully one comes up for MSRP Near you!

  • @WarriorsPhoto
    @WarriorsPhoto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Congratulations and I am glad to see you enjoying the car. (:

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Ricky 🥳

    • @WarriorsPhoto
      @WarriorsPhoto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Smeedia You’re welcome. Remember to stay dry. (:

  • @dapperAaron
    @dapperAaron 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    It's very nice but I'm gonna stick with my 2013, almost at 100k miles and still running strong with no issues. Was gonna get a new car but decided I don't need a 3rd car and gonna use that new car payment money on my investment portfolio instead

    • @kenshinhimura9387
      @kenshinhimura9387 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      never buy new cars. Huge waste of money. Buy them used for a massive discount. Investing is WAY smarter than buying a car that isn't worth anything.

    • @andrewalvarez5120
      @andrewalvarez5120 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@kenshinhimura9387 buying a used car right now in todays market is probably the worst decision you could possibly make

    • @walkemdown4127
      @walkemdown4127 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kenshinhimura9387 Thats generally true but you'd be a fool to buy a used car rn. Used cars are going more for new, it makes literally no sense

  • @jptothetree
    @jptothetree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I removed the chime speaker behind my dash for that very reason. It's really damn annoying! Great review--thanks for posting.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The chime just gets louder and louder 😅😅

    • @jptothetree
      @jptothetree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Smeedia Right. Just a slap in the face

    • @abrooker55
      @abrooker55 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I did that but it also turned off the blinker sound too haha

  • @Dragon151415
    @Dragon151415 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely love the intro song,a total banger,please have more of this kind in the vids,video, been looking at either a gr sti or a cheap brz,fr-s

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can definitely add them in 🥳🔥

  • @Repz_VN
    @Repz_VN 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i just ordered mine, 2023 version so its a little more expensive 28,595 for the premium manual, with 2 addons, taxes, shipping and tag came out to 33,910 wont be here till September / October i cant wait

  • @ISOPHAMOUS
    @ISOPHAMOUS 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this type of content. Earned a new subscriber. Funny and professional at the same time.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Eyyyyy appreciate the support 🔥 🙏

  • @christaylor8495
    @christaylor8495 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    had to double-check my playback speed cos old mate talks feckin rapid! thought I was watching a micro machines ad for a minute!

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My bad 😅😅😅

  • @apexchaser6187
    @apexchaser6187 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol, it's not just you dude. I drive a 95 Miata, and that's not even the smallest car I've owned. Big SUVs/Pickups love to come up on your butt (what's that about?). I always just take joy watching them disappear the minute the road gets twisty. They usually tend to leave me alone after I walk away from them with my 1.8 127 hp hairdressers car 😁

  • @b97p.19
    @b97p.19 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I work for Toyota in Australia & have an order for a GR86. It’s crazy to me. that American dealerships are allowed to mark up prices from MSRP. If we did that in Australia on a new car the ACCC - which is the “Australian Competition & Consumer Commission” would fine the living life outta the company.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's like the wild west out here with dealers 😤

    • @blackrhino44
      @blackrhino44 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      In Australia they just add on $2000 of “dealer charges” instead.

    • @user1138
      @user1138 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Must be nice having a government that actually gives af about regular people

    • @Thelastkeyboardwarrior
      @Thelastkeyboardwarrior 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How’s capitalism treating you in America?

    • @b97p.19
      @b97p.19 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@blackrhino44 yea true, we need to bump up that gross profit somehow haha. You’d be surprised just how little profit some cars have in them. The old 86 had $2100.00 - after we’d discount it for customers the delivery fee was where we got the profit.

  • @AzNightmare
    @AzNightmare 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    17:20 *This guy in a '22 BRZ lined up with a STI and did a couple of pulls and surprisingly, the BRZ was able to keep up. The video is on TH-cam done by another channel. The new gen BRZ makes a lot more power than on paper, and the STI really doesn't make as much power as it seems due to all the drivetrain loss. Although a new STI will becoming out, but it sounds like it's going to be a lot faster, but of course, with a much higher price tag.*

  • @dalebales4408
    @dalebales4408 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I own a 2017 BRZ. The first time I let my son drive it, I told him to be careful of pickup trucks and Jeeps, that they will tailgate you and pull up beside at a light, wanting to race. He laughed at me, until it all came true.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Happens all too often 🙃

  • @dhaug
    @dhaug 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just about everyone who's reviewed the second gen BRZ/GR86 has a grin like the one at about 10:30. Can't wait to get my '24 BRZ later this month!

  • @Luis2Munchiez
    @Luis2Munchiez 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i got the premium GR86 and literally everything he said in the video is how i feel
    it’s such a fun car, im loving it, with the right mods it can be even better

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad yo hear your loving yours 🥳

  • @PNCthebeast39
    @PNCthebeast39 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this car. Love this video. 100% getting one of these. The mods for this car are going to be amazing

  • @joshuatucker521
    @joshuatucker521 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My two dream cars are a brz/86 as well a ford maverick. One day I will have both

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maverick would be a cool one to have 🔥

    • @cuzimaluzer777
      @cuzimaluzer777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That would be a great combination. I have a forester with a 2" ball for towing lawnmower and motorcycle and I'm possibly getting a brz

  • @p3rsonaz823
    @p3rsonaz823 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    For the seatbelt, I think they sell seat belt plugs with custom designs, you could leave that in the passenger side to get rid of that. They’re super dangerous usually but it should solve that problem specifically

  • @limitededition3278
    @limitededition3278 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like that high pitch voice falsetto at 14:08 mark 😂

  • @michaeljohn1160
    @michaeljohn1160 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Quick add. I went with Toyota for my gr86. Big difference is Toyota (racing history) uses a yellow before redline indicator on the rpm gauge. This is a huge help managing rpms on the track and daily driving. Remember Subaru is phasing out their performance side while Toyota is pushing gazoo racing all over the place. The engine was lowered 28mm because GR engineers figured out a different mounting position, not Subaru or sti. Toyota was the one who changed the fenders to aluminum trying to reduce weight do to larger engine. My point. Who is completing in racing at a high levels using rear power? Who’s ceo is a race car driver? Toyota. Oh I own a 2018 brz race car. 2589lbs/230whp (n/a)

    • @joshuaszeto
      @joshuaszeto 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did you get 230hp Na? I currently have a cat less uel, stock mid, and a 2.5 inch catback, intake (doubt that makes any difference) . Running an oft tune but haven't had a chance to dyno. But I would be very open to making more power. I just recently had a chance to drive a new brz in anger and it's noticeably faster than my frs. I would be upset if my frs was close in power

    • @jakkals2039
      @jakkals2039 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Whose

    • @donjohnson2428
      @donjohnson2428 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah but not everyone is going to be racing their 86/BRZ. I think what Subaru did with their version of making it more comfortable and “live-able” is a good thing for those who just want a fun daily driver they’ll occasionally zip down some backroads on.

    • @EpicTacoSenpai
      @EpicTacoSenpai ปีที่แล้ว

      im saying. its not always about performance. some people like the cars to drive in but never have time to track it. reason i got my subaru@@donjohnson2428

    • @jaron95
      @jaron95 ปีที่แล้ว

      Old comment, but you can add the yellow indicator to the BRZ tachometer. It's a setting in the digital gauge cluster. TMYK 🌈⭐

  • @HandlewithcareVibes
    @HandlewithcareVibes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don't know about this specific model but I've bought the '17 one and I would buy it again and again. Wonderful car.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fantastic cars! 😁

  • @anf2029
    @anf2029 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just got this car and I love it

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad to hear! They're an absolute blast 🔥

  • @paulmarsdensr1095
    @paulmarsdensr1095 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I must say That everything you have done to the BRZ is very good 👍.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      She getting there 🥳

  • @mugeneri776
    @mugeneri776 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the center console location for the cupholders makes sense in a car you wanna play with. Less spillage :D

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My cups still have spillage 😭

  • @sqeakyman123
    @sqeakyman123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So I found a video recently that seatbelt sound can be turned off in the settings! So it won’t bother anymore

  • @mengdynasty6034
    @mengdynasty6034 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I was skeptical of the looks but they actually do look good in person.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Way better in person 🔥

  • @JonathanRodriguez-gm9zo
    @JonathanRodriguez-gm9zo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another day another video 🙌🏾

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🥳😁🥳😁

  • @jamesmead1011
    @jamesmead1011 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The seat dings because the phone is plugged into your usb outlet. The phone generates an electrical field that creates a faulty signal for the weight alarm to be triggered when plugged in. When its unplugged it wont go off.
    My wrx does the same thing and I randomly figured that out. Sadly every spot in the car to store a phone is way to small, and my cup holder has turned into a phone holder.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Even when it's not plugged it still does it. A water bottle in its place sets it off 😅

    • @brandonturbo9911
      @brandonturbo9911 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My phone in the cup holder with the usb cable on the seat makes it go off lol.

  • @zoboomaku
    @zoboomaku 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    So torn up between this car and a Miata. I'm leaning 90% Miata right now, but this car has made me second guess it many times.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Tbh both are solid picks 🔥

    • @centripetal25
      @centripetal25 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      esp if you have a daily, a miata is going to be a more refreshing experience, there's just more going on when you have an open top on a weekend drive. Ive driven both and I think they are both great cars. Miata is as close as you can get to a motorcycle experience without riding a motorcycle

    • @johnrooney507
      @johnrooney507 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I sat in a Miata while getting my wife’s Cx5 serviced and I felt cramped and am a slim 5’ll, couldn’t imagine it as a daily. My brz is comfortable enough, and something special. Just wish there was a little bit more leg room for rear seats.

    • @BMWWolf
      @BMWWolf 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a Miata that I love but she needs an 86 for a brother

  • @alexardines6152
    @alexardines6152 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was close to getting one until the Toyato dealer in Doral miami decide to put a 15k mark up on, stood up and left same instant

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      15K?! 😳

  • @E9EXPO
    @E9EXPO 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Now that the new STI is nixed, il gonna have to get a 86 and slap a turbski on it.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      DO ITTTT 😈😈😈

  • @CapFlipGaming
    @CapFlipGaming 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Your exhaust definitely sound better. I think that is absolutely worth the $500.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That's what I'm saying! For $500 really not bad 🔥

    • @apexchaser6187
      @apexchaser6187 ปีที่แล้ว

      Considering buying one of these, saved this video to a playlist specifically so I can reference the exhaust. Sounded like pure sex to me 🥰

  • @ryandrews9612
    @ryandrews9612 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The rain def makes an appearance in most of your videos...I can see why you're excited to move that shit is ridiculous!!!!

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dude it's like everyday 💀💀💀

    • @ryandrews9612
      @ryandrews9612 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Car guys and rain just don’t mix

  • @daiganzen7794
    @daiganzen7794 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In the UK we do not get the BRZ anymore. We only get the Toyota GR86

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They don't even bring the BRZ over there now?! 😳

  • @silkcustoms520
    @silkcustoms520 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a 2015 BRZ Limited Pearl White and luv it. Subaru keeps calling if I want trade for the 22 but my Car is mint and only has 63K miles on it. Also, I get Family and Friends which is 3K off the top.

  • @RippedPantsss
    @RippedPantsss 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    For sure the best thing the consumers can do to get the best price and the price we all deserve is to walk away

  • @oso_nomada
    @oso_nomada ปีที่แล้ว +2

    “Gen2 way way better than Gen1?” 😐
    Respect. Your. Elders. 🤫

  • @bawlout9367
    @bawlout9367 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    jst tuning is working on a tune for the brz

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yessss 🔥🔥🔥

    • @bawlout9367
      @bawlout9367 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Smeedia my stage 3 fbo Focus is tuned by them and i saw on their facebook they got one in the shop and started to work on a tune maybe a month or so ago

  • @home541_
    @home541_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve done turbo AWD 3 times. Had a 17’ STi and a Evo X. My wife currently has an 05’ STi. My STi was basic stage 2. Was fun but had to sell it for other reasons. Evo was full bolt on made mid 400’s but the car just didn’t do it for me, it didn’t feel engaging enough. Im hoping the new BRZ will be a car I keep. Mine comes in July.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Totally feel it! I have both my STI and my Evo 8. The brz definitely gives the most fun for a drivers car. All three are great in their own way. But the BRZ is a blast

    • @home541_
      @home541_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Smeedia I’m really hoping I feel the same way 😂 I’m tired of putting money into a car and then losing money or barely breaking even on it. Having a reliable daily will be a breath of fresh air to be honest. My clapped civic is on its last legs and the car is to far gone to dump money into fixing it

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hopefully it holds out until yours shows up 🤞

    • @home541_
      @home541_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Smeedia Lucas oil stabilizer works wonders

  • @daviddin8863
    @daviddin8863 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My roommate has the exact same car and color. Im still not a fan on the rear end, specially the lights, but it's growing on me. One thing he and I (my 21 WRX) have been having an issue with is apple car play (Android auto in my case) it doesn't connect properly and you can't control the volume and sound only plays in the rear speakers.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That would get annoying with the speaks real quick, May have to kidnap the ladies IPhone to give it a try

    • @daviddin8863
      @daviddin8863 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Smeedia it's pretty sporadic but when it does happen you have to connect and reconnect 3 or 4 times or reboot the head unit.

  • @solidfpvdeadgxsr4528
    @solidfpvdeadgxsr4528 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just like there are sings that say "look out for motorcycles", it should be added "and 86/brz". Middle lanes almost never see my frs on left lane and I have to dodge those drivers.

  • @haha1680
    @haha1680 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I live in a very busy city in Florida I got the automatic it should be here on 5/10, I hope I didn’t make a mistake not getting the manual

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They're not too terrible 🙏

  • @JapeProductions1
    @JapeProductions1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I recognize the backdrop in the video. Where do you cruise around here? Looking for some fun roads.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Base of mount Rainer or carbanto 🔥

  • @BPEKSupraInteractive
    @BPEKSupraInteractive 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I never realized they the brake master cylinder flexes... I guess that's something to take care of now lol

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Makes a night and day diffrenece with the brakes 🔥🥳

  • @4CountDaddy
    @4CountDaddy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Skat... like the "Velvet Fog" Mr. Mel Torme... classic :)

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      😅😅

  • @nldewey
    @nldewey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just put the same 17x9 +40 Ampliforms (bronze) on my 2013 BRZ last week. They just clear the stock suspension with 245/40R17s on them, and have a little bit of poke on the front. I'm thinking of getting Fortune Auto 500s to lower the car a tiny bit, but I'm reluctant to go much lower since I can just clear entering my alley as it is, and would love to get the sti front lip someday.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad to hear they clear! Will prob run thr same tire size on mine 🔥
      Had the STI Lip on my old one, well worth it

    • @Hakuonu
      @Hakuonu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My Forester has 18x9.5 ur telling me if I get BRZ they won't fit??

  • @abandonedhope2606
    @abandonedhope2606 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I gave a thumbs up because it was funny when he killed the bug inside the vehicule and talking about balls in his hand XD

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Damn bugs getting in there 😅

  • @jakekeiser7087
    @jakekeiser7087 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad to be a new subscriber. Loving all the content! 🔥

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eyyy, appreciate the support Jake!

  • @danny2607
    @danny2607 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My 23 86 deposit is at a dealer 1700 miles away just to avoid markups. I refuse to pay a markup and will never buy at a dealer again that is currently marking up.

  • @PocketDrummer
    @PocketDrummer ปีที่แล้ว

    15:30 - The proper seating is to be able to rest your wrist on the top of the steering wheel with a slight bend in the elbows. I don't know why people like to drive with their arms stretched out. Imagine trying to avoid a wreck like that...

  • @hatteras33
    @hatteras33 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm getting an 86, waiting for it to come in. For me I wanted a fun coupe that I can daily. and I wanted a new car. Being only 25, I don't want to pay insurance for a mustang or a supra. This felt like the only real solid choice. Helps I really liked the car from a test drive I did! And for the cost I feel like its hard to beat. Can't get a miata since I play cello.

    • @romachoz
      @romachoz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can get 328i e36 with same power, but smooth l6 and way more torque, for 3000 dollars, they came with lsd too

  • @SquallRinoa89
    @SquallRinoa89 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I get people who get on my ass on my 05 Legacy GT and its ANNOYING...but I'm use to it as I initiate a break check :)

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don't brake check but I'll never understand the riding if the asses 😆

  • @rboucher00
    @rboucher00 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The question is wrx 2022 or brz 2022, in the process of buying but can’t choose beetwen them 🥴

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      BRZ 100%, then again I'm not a big fan of the new wrx 😅

  • @petetherealrelentless6542
    @petetherealrelentless6542 ปีที่แล้ว

    That exhaust swap makes it sound so much better.. what system did you use? I want to use the exact same one when my 2024 BRZ gets here. Thx

  • @cameronluce3379
    @cameronluce3379 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My 15 sti passenger seat sensor doesn't go off with my phone

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jealous 😪

    • @cameronluce3379
      @cameronluce3379 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Smeedia yeah. I always put stuff there. Unless it's different due to it being a "base" sti

  • @TheBugB
    @TheBugB 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I drive a Golf and yes bigger cars getting right up my tail with their lights shining directly into my mirrors so annoying 😭

  • @MrMegatron85
    @MrMegatron85 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    as soon as I saw that rain and grey sky, I knew you were in the pnw. thinking about trading in my year old RDX for one of these

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gotta love the overcast and rain here 😅

  • @JupiterxBlues
    @JupiterxBlues 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Did you find any RTV in their oil pickup? Trying to get a spreadsheet going with a survey to see how bad it really is.

  • @awhnii
    @awhnii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wish there was more available to buy.. most likely gonna have to pre-order the 2023 version at this rate

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hopefully one comes up for you 🤞🤞🤞

    • @awhnii
      @awhnii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My subaru contacted me saying they just opened up orders! Getting mine in Augustish can't wait!

  • @Pharaoh_The_Great
    @Pharaoh_The_Great 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think a nice wing/spoiler would tie in the rear a lot better.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agreed 🔥🤌

  • @mavidatt0013
    @mavidatt0013 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Last two years have ruined car prices were gonna have to start doing horse and carriage reviews for us soon.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm down for a horse and buggie 😅

  • @juxzir3665
    @juxzir3665 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    “Yell at me daddy”
    Oh he’s getting a subscriber 😂

  • @WarwallTheFaithful
    @WarwallTheFaithful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It may just be a feel thing, but in an automatic I think my driving position is typical, but in a manual I like to be cramped in there. Kind of like it is a cockpit.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same!!! Whenever I'm in a manual I have to be all up in the sauce 😅

  • @John8.7
    @John8.7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I walked away and they called me back saying they would sell at MSRP

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You end up snagging it?! 🔥

    • @John8.7
      @John8.7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Smeedia No, I went to Toyota. they said no mark up and I am ordering the 2023 version. I 'm still torn between the GR86 and the BRZ

  • @rayj33
    @rayj33 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am from WA, may i know the dealership or the salerperson you dealth with. i would love to order a 2023 if i could get it for less than MSRP. I firmly believe that paying over 30k for limited is not worth it

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ended up snagging mine for around 29K they might work with ya a little

  • @kgthegreatone943
    @kgthegreatone943 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the new brz ❤️ I wanna see one with a tune

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sameeee 🔥🔥🔥

  • @OutRAjious
    @OutRAjious 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    it’s a thing of beauty esp in white

  • @RandyJM21
    @RandyJM21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Styling is better 1000% subjective or not . Styling is GOOD , and your are totally right that the 86 front is nicer. My understanding however is that the Toyota cost more despite being pretty much identical , so I would be hard pressed to chose as the 86 front is much nicer but MONEY .
    ANDBODY who pays more then MSRP for a budget car that already costs 30K is BONKERS ! I HAVE NEVER even paid MSRP on a car and bought many below invoice and dealer cost .I paid 20% ofF MSRP on my last car in 2019 or 20K for a 24-25K car between factory incentives and dealer shopping for best deal and drove 100 miles to buy it.
    I get that cars are expensive even in used market and all that but there is ZERO REASON that these cars should be marked up and dealers are trying to take advantage and anybody who pays 5K over sticker on a budget car , a good budget car but a budget car is NUTS and on principal I would wait or ride a bycycle before I paid that much . A C8 I understand and with production being slowed on a HIGHLY ANTICIPATED car that is a tremendous value but a car for monied people , to be the first I get it AND THE CAR IS SOLD OUT FOR YEARS . I would stick every dealer with these as I dont think there is a shortage .
    You need to find a BIG DEALER who moves many cars and tell them your shopoing , want one, have the money but looking for the best price . If they give you a crap price tell them they are nuts and no thanks . If you call enough dealers you will find one with sane pricing even if you have to travel to buy it . you can service and do warranty at any dealer so just refuse to buy from local if they are trying that shit . OR wait and tell them to call you back when the prices are normal and wh3n they call tell them the price you got if you got a car or if you haven't and waited DONT ACT EXCITED and check if you can't do better and call them back to see if they will beat it . There is NO R3GULAR OR BUDGET CAR so good it should get a premium . I would ride a skateboard before I paid 16% over MSRP for a NEW CAR that loses a ton of value the first time you drive it . INSANE . NO idea dealers were doing with cars in this price range . People are hurting , GAS and FOOD through the roof and it's a good time to raise prices on cars targeted at people with less money then average to spend on a car ?
    I don't get it .

  • @taylortoeben3036
    @taylortoeben3036 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That looks so clean. Nice man 🤟❤️‍🔥 dream chaser

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you 😁😁😁

  • @theburritodaddy9384
    @theburritodaddy9384 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Just out of curiosity, how much of a difference did the master cylinder brace make? I think the brake feel on the STi is pretty good, I don't care for how little feedback there is in the clutch pedal though... Car's looking sexy!

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Night and day. Definitely gets rid of the squishy feeling in the pedal 😅

    • @theburritodaddy9384
      @theburritodaddy9384 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Smeedia think I’ll have to look into it then, maybe because these brakes are way beefier than anything else I’ve ever had it’s swaying my opinion 😂

    • @Puma6922
      @Puma6922 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did it to my wrx and I couldn't live without it now. Makes more of a difference than braided brake lines

    • @michaeljohn1160
      @michaeljohn1160 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Master cylinder is a must, but so is SS brake line, good brake fluid and upgraded pads. Makes a good car better.

  • @jordan3305
    @jordan3305 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I feel like dealerships that mark a car up more than 2-3k will never have a steady flow of customers, especially when the GR Corrola comes out. luckily around me most dealerships are msrp only and one is 2k standard mark up which I can deal with because you can negotiate add ons to lower the overall price.

  • @wiegraf9009
    @wiegraf9009 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Laughing at the people saying that the front looking like a Porsche is a bad thing! Hell I don't even mind the back end. Only thing I would do is see if I could get an after market blue Subaru badge like on the higher trim level because those look great with the white paint.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ohhhh yes 🔥

  • @MrMcbear
    @MrMcbear 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the cell phone weight sensor issue in my 18 STi as well, confused me for about a week before i figured it out and realized it was a subie thing lol

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol surprised they haven't fixed it yet

  • @dennyregova76
    @dennyregova76 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    NYC area no one selling a GR86 without a markup! I have no other choice but to settle with a $5k markup, granted, I will bargain like hell when it does come. I've been waiting for about three months now for the car. Seeking the Toyt GR86 Premium Manual Halo.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hopefully they'll work with you a little bit. Goodluck on picking it up my dude 🔥🥳

  • @andrewblewski7926
    @andrewblewski7926 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where'd you get the shift knob from? Looks clean.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Perrin performance 🤙

  • @マニロタナ
    @マニロタナ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol I use to live in Redmond 😅 I recognize some of those places 😅 I use to shop at the whole foods there😆

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Little more south of Redmond but close 😅💪

  • @joshanderson1122
    @joshanderson1122 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Couldn't agree more about the seats. Dont know why they didnt put a more aggressive bolsters in the sti. Just makes the brz feel sharp sitting still

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's what I'm saying! They feel so good!

  • @Dudeman9339
    @Dudeman9339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really wish Toyota had just done these solo and put their turbo 3 they have in the GR Yaris/Corolla.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That would be gnarly🔥

  • @jeremysanicki3825
    @jeremysanicki3825 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    SMEEDIA!!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      JEREMYYYYY!!!!

  • @josephshatrowsky
    @josephshatrowsky 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The road noise and the plastic doesn’t bother me. It reminds me of a go kart. It’s a fun little car and the “cheapness” adds to the go cart character.

  • @codykellner9985
    @codykellner9985 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There is no way you are going to keep this car basic....I see you enjoying it so much that you go all out on it....

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol you right 😅😅

  • @NeoDiNardo
    @NeoDiNardo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m still deciding between a 2022 BRZ/GR86, a 2023 Integra, or a 2022 GR Corolla.

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That GR corolla is 🔥 but heard very limited runs on them

    • @romachoz
      @romachoz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Corolla for winter fun, gr86 for summer fun

  • @GB-np4pi
    @GB-np4pi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey at 14:31 did you mean 32 instead of 42? I believe its rated between 27-30 mpg hwy (depending on 86/brz and manual/auto) so 42 sounded like a stretch to me. If you are actually getting 42 then you just sold me on this car lmao. Appreciate this video btw you spoke on a lot of topics potential buyers are interested in

    • @Smeedia
      @Smeedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Negative senior, been getting low 40s for MPG when driving normally. That's keeping RPM low and using higher gears

    • @GB-np4pi
      @GB-np4pi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Smeedia Hold up thats insane. So cruising at 65ish mph in 6th gear?