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TOYOTA 86 FESTIVAL

I personally went to the Toyota 86 Festival and it attracted more than 500 people to the event. It was a great experience, meeting the other fellow Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ owners. There were also quite a few turbocharged and supercharged 86's and BRZ's in the crowd and it really opened my eyes to the vast modification potential of the cars. In all, the event was highly well organised and entertaining. The 86/BRZ chief engineer, Tetsuya Tada, was present at the event and signed my engine fuse box and dashboard cover. He says it will increase the resale value of the car!

Here is a link to the news article surrounding the events of the Toyota 86 Festival:

http://www.motoring.com.au/news/2013/sports/toyota/86/festival-of-86-attracts-record-crowd-38147

ENGINE SWAPS IN THE 86

People have swapped the stock Subaru-made FA20 engine for much higher horsepower engines such as the 2JZ-GTE Toyota-made twin turbo engine. Is it worth it?

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=49039

2JZ-GTE engine in the Toyota 86

FA20 engine in the 86 being swapped out

86 Twin Scroll Turbo Kit

JDLAutoDesign have recently released the first Twin Scroll Turbo Kit for the 86. It is quite remarkable with the horse power that can be achieved with it. Below is a graph of a comparison of an 86 with the kit and without the kit.

The kit comes with:

- JDL Stainless Steel Twin Scroll Tubular Manifold
- Dual 38mm MVS wastegate flanges
- JDL 3″ Stainless Steel Vband Downpipe
-JDL 38mm MVS Stainless Steel Dump Tubes VTA
- JDL Aluminum Intake powder coated texture black for OEM look
- Precision 51mm Billet Wheel Ball Bearing Turbo
- 2 TiAL 38mm MVS wastegates
- Tial Q 50mm BOV
- JDL Short Path Aluminum Intercooler piping (powder coated texture black for OEM look) with all couplers and Tbolt Clamps
- JDL 500HP Intercooler
- Oil Lines and oil pan fitting for drain
- 2 Spal 12″ High Performance Slim Fans
- All Vband clamps needed

Source: http://www.my-86.com/

TOYOTA 86 BATHURST DEBUT

WATCH REEVES RIP IN DURING THE 40 MINUTE BATHURST RACE DEBUT.................

SOURCE: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QneOTpHJtO8

They're gonna wreck it and make a HYBRID :( !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rumour has it that a petrol-electric hybrid variant of the Toyota 86 sports car is nearing an "advanced" stage, though a productionised version is still far from a certainty.

Unlike that other Toyota hybrid, the Prius, the 86 hybrid is widely expected to utilise a KERS-type system to deliver a momentary boost in power to supplement the internal combustion engine.

However in an interview with British outlet Autocar, Toyota's senior manager of drivetrain engineering Koei Saga said that a multi-mode hybrid set up derived from Toyota's other road cars coud also be adapted to the 86.

Citing the Japanese automaker's experience with the PriusLexus hybrids as well as its Le Mans hybrid race car, Saga told Autocar that engineering a sporty hybrid set up would not be a great challenge for the automaker.

The extra weight of a hybrid's high-voltage battery pack would also be offset by the dynamic benefits of mounting that weight low in the chassis, he said.

But although work is already well underway, don't expect to see a hybrid 86 in your local Toyota showroom any time soon - it has yet to be given the go-ahead by Toyota's management.

Yet Saga is confident that should the nod be given, it won't take long for the technology to transition from prototype to production.

Source: http://www.themotorreport.com.au/57315/toyota-86-hybrid-development-nears-completion-report

TOYOTA 86 TO MAKE RACING DEBUT AT BATHURST

THE first Toyota 86 to hit Australia’s race tracks looks set to make it’s racing debut at the Bathurst Motor Festival this Easter – and the team in question hopes fans of the hugely popular new car come along for the ride.

FIND OUT MORE AT: http://bathurstmotorfestival.com.au/?q=uncategorized/toyota-86-to-make-racing-debut-at-motor-festival 

The Pedders Motorsport team is set to be the first to race the new sports coupe’ in Australia – and possibly the world in production-based form - and has organised a drive event at Mount Panorama to help celebrate the vehicles debut as part of the Production Touring Car field next weekend.

FIND OUT MORE AT:http://www.modern sportscars.com.au/driver-profiles/toyota-86-takes -modern-sports-cars 

Chris Reeves of Triple Zero Racing will partner with open wheeler stalwart Bruce Colby in their Toyota 86 for next months Modern Sports Cars Series.

Triple Zero Racing (TZR) was formed in 2009 with the Police VE HSV. In 2011 TZR finished 3rd in the highly competitive Production Touring Club Championship. For 2013 TZR took on the challenge of building and preparing one of Australia’s first Toyota 86GTS circuit racers. The aim for 2013 is to win the Production Car Club Championship. After two rounds at Bathurst and Sydney Motorsport Park, the team is well placed for the assault.

Japanese Parade Run with the 86 Society!

Last Saturday the Japanese Toyota 86 community hosted a parade run on the Ibuki Mountains for a 17 km drive. There were 86 Toyota GT 86 in the event which is definitely a huge event. Below are photos of the event!

What's your choice?

The Toyota GT 86 is most definitely beautiful as well as a beast when it comes to engine power. It may even cause some to be jealous. Your wife or the 86? What's your choice? Watch the video below and you'll see the reactions of the wives.

TOYOTA 86 Australian Merchandise Brochure!

There has recently been a release of the Australian 86 merchandise range. Below are the brochures for the merchandise.

Source : http://gt86.com.au/toyota-86-australia-official-merchandise-with-prices/

Toyota GT 86 Near Crash

The driver going at high speed gets caught in the gravel but drifts away however he avoids a near crash. Close call! The driver drives away with no scrapes while the crowd cheers him on! What remarkable driving skills.

5 Facts about the Toyota 86

  1. You can fit 4 wheels in the back! Just in case you puncture them.

2. The 86 badge looks like a 86 but also represents 4 wheels drifting and the pistons on the sides represent the boxer engine.

3. Frameless rear vision mirror which is the first in the world. No annoying black outline/frame to obstruct your view.

4. Traction control and ESP is available with an on or off switch. Want to drift? Turn it off!

5. Triangular pattern on the rear fog lamp is exclusive only to the 86 which allows it to be distinguished easily.

Source : http://www.topgear.com/au/photos/14-little-86-things

Toyota GT 86 Convertible will be delayed indefinitely

A couple of months ago, there were rumors that Toyota had discontinued plans for the GT 86 Convertible. After this, the chief engineer of the GT 86 stated that these rumors were false and the model was still under evaluation. WhatCar has been recently reporting the model as "delayed indefinitely". In the magazine Company Insiders, it has stated that the model is on ice as it isn't in the product range for 2014 or 2015. The sources have declined to give reason for the model's status but previous reports have indicated high costs and production capacity issues. However, the magazine has also stated that the model could be fast tracked if Toyota's management changes their minds.

Source: http://www.worldcarfans.com/113100463877/toyota-gt-86-convertible-delayed-indefinitely---report

Toyota 86 2014 range updated!

The Toyota 86 range is going to have an update in 2014 which is headlined by minor mechanical and visual enhancements! 

 Now featuring the same Torsen limited-slip differential as the rest of the range, the price of the Toyota 86 GT automatic is increasing by $300 to $32,790. Whereas the entry-level GT manual is unchanged at $29,990. The entry level will have standard cruise control, daytime running lights and 16 inch alloy wheels.

The Toyota 86 GTS will now come with a rear spoiler, which will increase prices of the model both transmissions by $500. The GTS specification will include a 6.1-inch display screen with satellite navigation, aluminium pedals, 17-inch alloy wheels and leather-accented front seats

For those that want to have their paint metallic, it will cost an extra $420. Customers can also purchase a GTS aero pack will be $3000. 

2014 Toyota 86 Manufacturer’s list pricing:

• Toyota 86 GT manual – $29,990 (no change)
• Toyota 86 GT auto – $32,790 (+$300)
• Toyota 86 GTS manual – $35,990 (+$500)
• Toyota 86 GTS auto – $38,490 (+$500)

STANDARD TOYOTA 86

TOYOTA 86 WITH AERO PACK

Source: http://www.caradvice.com.au/253381/toyota-86-range-updated-2014/

Toyota 86 AR

The Toyota 86 Augmented Reality is a free app available for both Android users and Apple users. It allows users to experience the car themselves and see what it's like. It is a basically a simulator which allows users to drive the car using their smart devices in a real life environment with the use of the marker. The marker is printed which you can choose whichever size you like (the bigger the marker, the bigger the car).

Below are some images of the app being used in real life places.

The links to download the app are below:

Apple users : https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/toyota-86-ar/id535083426?mt=8

Android users: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fuerteint.toyota86

The print marker can be downloaded via:
http://www.toyota86ar.com/print-marker/#.UlDtTVBmiqc 

Source : http://www.toyota86ar.com/

TOYOTA 86 WILL APPEAR IN SMASH HIT VIDEO GAME 'WATCH DOGS'

It's so exciting that the Toyota 86 will appear in the first blockbuster game of the Playstation 4 Platform!

The Toyota 86 will be used as the main vehicle by the playable protagonist. I think it is due to the car's agile and lightweight nature that marked it as a perfect car for the game.

'Watch Dogs' will be released in Australia on the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 platform on the 21st of November 2013. No release date has been confirmed for the Playstation 4 and Xbox One gaming platforms.

Ratings and Criticism of the Toyota 86

Drive: 4.5/5

Let's get one thing straight, those folk who spoke nothing but good things about the 86 weren't lying, this thing drives like a car worth three times its asking price.

A low on road position enhances the driving experience of this sports car as it grips the tarmac firmly. This enables handling and steering to be first rate. On the flip side, bumps and potholes are slightly exaggerated. Throw the rear-wheel-drive 86 around a corner and the response is phenomenal!

The 86 GT Manual isn't the quickest sports car out of the blocks, in fact it clocks in at 7.0 seconds. Hardly a figure to sneeze at mind you. Shifting through 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th gears at pace is what truly gets the adrenalin pumping.

The Sports Tacho makes coasting at the speed limit somewhat of a challenge at times. Often you will find the car drifting above the speed limit. Extra concentration is required to keep the speed to a "legal" limit.

The Manual consumes around 7.8 litres per 100kms, whilst the auto consumes 7.1 litres per 100kms. Considering Premium Unleaded isn't cheap, it's a good thing that fuel consumption is relatively low.

Engine: 4.5/5

A 2.0 Litre Boxer 4 cylinder DOHC, Naturally Aspirated Engine resides in the Toyota 86.

The engine note is meaty enough to place a sneaky smile on the face of those that drive it. Whilst aggressive it is not an over-the-top "fully sick bro" engine noise. Merely a suitable noise that matches the style and performance of the 86. However, we did feel that the GTS Auto was somewhat more tamed than the GT Manual.

Exterior: 5/5

How many sports cars can you find for sub $50K? The answer "Not Many".

The 86 is a sexy, eye-catching sports car. Not surprising when you combine twin exhausts, hot alloy wheels, automatic head lights and a sleek and an ultra modern exterior style. It's no surprise every man and his dog stopped to have a geez whenever we coasted by!

A car that honestly looks like it would cost a mint, yet in reality it doesn't. I dare you, try not to fall in love with it.

Safety: 5/5

Not surprisingly, the Toyota 86 received a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

A host of air-bags line the walls of the cabin, including; Front Driver Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag for Front Seats, Side Curtain Airbags for Front and Rear Passengers and a Drivers side Knee Airbag.

Other safety features include; Anti-Skid Brakes (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist, Traction Control and Vehicle Stability Control.

Interior: 4/5

The low on-road position of the 86 is probably the only thing stopping some people from buying this car. Getting in and out of this bad boy, can be a real work-out for the lower back. A touch of inflexibility, forget about it!

Once you have lowered yourself into the large front sport seats (that practically sit just about ground level), it's all about comfort. The front fabric seats offer good lumbar support and positioning to the sports steering wheel is adequate.

Unfortunately, the backseats are next to non-existent. Sure, they are there, but purely so this car can be pushed as a 4 seater. Practical they are not. Nonetheless, we thought it appropriate (and hilarious), to put a mate in the back seat and test them out. Not surprisingly, the unfortunate passenger got pins and needles after 5 minutes as their feet were trapped under the front seats. Although it must be said, it was a pretty funny experience watching him squirm. But hey, Toyota have sacrificed rear seats and decent storage space (217L restricted boot space) and made it all about the front passengers.

The Interior Entertainment System is very, very good. It comes with an AUX input on the front dash and 2, yes 2, USB inputs. You would be surprised at how many manufacturers refuse to have both a USB and AUX input. Thankfully, not Toyota.

The GTS model comes with a touch display screen, with Bluetooth, navigation and all media needs. The iPod interface is a little slow at times. Browsing through your ipod library can become tedious as you have to search through A-Z with slow loading times. Oh and the sound system is good, not great.

Find out more at: http://www.webwombat.com.au/cars/pages/motoring/road-tests/toyota-86.htm

Introduction and Specification of Toyota 86

The Toyota 86 is a series of grand tourer sports coupés jointly developed by Japanese automobile manufacturers Toyota and Subaru. It also called as Toyota GT86, Subaru BRZ, and Scion FR-S. Toyota 86 is the name that we called in Japan, South Africa and Australia, Toyota GT86 is called in Europe. Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S are called in United States and Canada. Toyota 86 was the idea referred from Toyota first production sports car, The Sports 800, 2000GT and AE86. Besides, Toyota 86 was awarded as Car of the year in 2012.

Specification of Toyota 86
Engine : 2.0L 4 Cylinder boxer (FA20)
Transmission : 6 speed manual or 6 speed automatic
Max power : 147kW/7000rpm
Max torque : 205Nm/6400-6600rpm
Top speed: 233km/h / 145 mph
0-100km/h : 7.5 seconds
Fuel consumption : 6.9 litres per 100km

Interior:

• Premium 3-Spoke Steering Wheel
• Premium Shift Lever & Knob
• Front Sport Bucket Seats
• Flat-Folding Back Seat

Exterior:

• 16″ Alloy Wheels
• Dual Exhaust Tail Pipes with Diffuser
• UV Cut Glass
• Halogen Headlamps
• Outside Rear View Mirrors with Power Fold
• Lightweight, highly rigid body

Safety:

• 7 SRS Airbags: Driver & Passenger, Front Side,
• Curtain Shield & Drivers knee
• ABS
• Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)- with Sport
• VSC Mode
• Front & Rear Stabiliser Bar

Suspension:

• Front Suspension – MacPherson Strut
• Rear Suspension – Double Wishbone
• Suspension Tower Strut Brace

Utility & Comfort:

• Cruise Control
• Driver & Passenger Power Windows
• Illuminated Entry with Fade-Out
• Manual A/C
• Anti-Theft System
• Electronic Power Steering (EPS)

Audio:

• AUX & USB Input
• 6.1″ Display Audio
• Multi Information Display (MID)