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Derek128 · 05-27-2012, 12:19 AM

I actually drove one on the street, because I'm organizing a VCMC event.(VCMC Motorsport Club Forums - Latest)

There is autox event coming up, there are spots for Scion dealerships & spots for VCMC members. VCMC's spots are full already,but there is waiting list.

In the VCMC event we are going to run some Works Wheels & Wedsport Wheels with Kumho V710/V70A R tires.

I'm not a good car reviewer, the following part will be boring !

The FRS I drove was an auto & I drove a manual daily......
So there was a normal auto delay when I stepped on the gas

The engine rev fast (not as fast as a s2000 nor B16a SIR), good torque quick pick up(for a 2L NA). Steering is sharp and quick, a bit slower than a Miata (Miata's steering is too fast @ speed). Steering wheel is well weighted (for Janpanese car, a bit lighter than my wife GDB Impreza, no where close to European). I didn't push it on the street, but the handling of the car is good, the feedback is very direct. Even I hate auto, I have to said the gear changing is quite fast. The suspension is nice & sporty, firm enough & not hurting your back. Brake is pretty good for a stock car.

Not much head room for me as I'm 6'1" almost 6'2". I can't fit in this car with a helmet & sitting the driving position I want. (straight & close to the steering wheel).
The seat got really good support!

Interior.... they put in their effort to make it looks good. I personally prefer ever thinner & lighter interior. A basic functional interior like Lotus Elise is perfect for me, but than I know I'm weird.

You can hear the engine sound very clear & road noise as there isn't much sound insulation. If you owned/drove a Type R you know what it is like.

It is a fun car to drive and with the great aftermarket support. I will have to drive it at a autox event to give futher comment.

Stock tires are hopeless hard rubber and stock rims aren't my style
But the car looks great with Works Emotion XC8 & Wedsport TC105N with Kumho V710 R tires

If there is anything I didn't cover let me know.
I hope to drive a manual version

Oh yeah 1 more thing the trunk is small, can't fit dead body in it. LOL

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05-27-2012, 12:19 AM	#716
Derek128 Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Richmond Posts: 815 Thanked 128 Times in 49 Posts Failed 82 Times in 13 Posts	I actually drove one on the street, because I'm organizing a VCMC event.(VCMC Motorsport Club Forums - Latest) There is autox event coming up, there are spots for Scion dealerships & spots for VCMC members. VCMC's spots are full already,but there is waiting list. In the VCMC event we are going to run some Works Wheels & Wedsport Wheels with Kumho V710/V70A R tires. I'm not a good car reviewer, the following part will be boring ! The FRS I drove was an auto & I drove a manual daily...... So there was a normal auto delay when I stepped on the gas The engine rev fast (not as fast as a s2000 nor B16a SIR), good torque quick pick up(for a 2L NA). Steering is sharp and quick, a bit slower than a Miata (Miata's steering is too fast @ speed). Steering wheel is well weighted (for Janpanese car, a bit lighter than my wife GDB Impreza, no where close to European). I didn't push it on the street, but the handling of the car is good, the feedback is very direct. Even I hate auto, I have to said the gear changing is quite fast. The suspension is nice & sporty, firm enough & not hurting your back. Brake is pretty good for a stock car. Not much head room for me as I'm 6'1" almost 6'2". I can't fit in this car with a helmet & sitting the driving position I want. (straight & close to the steering wheel). The seat got really good support! Interior.... they put in their effort to make it looks good. I personally prefer ever thinner & lighter interior. A basic functional interior like Lotus Elise is perfect for me, but than I know I'm weird. You can hear the engine sound very clear & road noise as there isn't much sound insulation. If you owned/drove a Type R you know what it is like. It is a fun car to drive and with the great aftermarket support. I will have to drive it at a autox event to give futher comment. Stock tires are hopeless hard rubber and stock rims aren't my style But the car looks great with Works Emotion XC8 & Wedsport TC105N with Kumho V710 R tires If there is anything I didn't cover let me know. I hope to drive a manual version Oh yeah 1 more thing the trunk is small, can't fit dead body in it. LOL Also LIKE us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/vcmcca) & Follow us on Twitter (www.twitter.com/vcmcca) __________________ 1994 Honda Accord EXR(RIP) 2000 Honda Civic SIR(SOLD) 1992 Acura Integra LS(SOLD) 2005 Subaru Impreza 2.5RS(SOLD) 1994 Mazda Miata R(SOLD) 2000 Dodge Dakota 4.7(SOLD) 2015 Toyota Prius V 1980 Crossle 45F Forumla Ford 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 5.3 V8 Last edited by Derek128; 05-27-2012 at 01:32 AM.