Ft86 Club (2025)

FAQs

Is FT86 and GT86 the same? ›

For the first-generation model, Toyota marketed the sports car as the 86 in Asia, Australia, North America (from August 2016), South Africa, and South America; as the Toyota GT86 in Europe; as the 86 and GT86 in New Zealand; as the Toyota FT86 in Brunei, Nicaragua and Jamaica and as the Scion FR-S (2012–2016) in the ...

In conclusion, the older, P-plate-legal models of the Subaru BRZ and the Toyota 86 (generally speaking, those manufactured before late 2021) are solid choices for first cars as long as they are driven sensibly. For parents, the safety aspect is on point for the era these cars were made in.

Full meaning is "Future Toyota 86"

While the GT86 isn't the most powerful car on sale, the engine begs to be revved and offers plenty of performance for keen drivers. The lightweight body and rear-wheel-drive layout make it one of the best handling sports cars for sale, especially at the affordable end of the segment where the GT86 competes.

The Toyobaru is being killed due to new safety regulations, but the Miata lives on. It's usually stricter emissions regulations that force automakers to discontinue their fun cars in Europe. However, the Toyota GR86 and Subaru BRZ will be discontinued due to upcoming safety legislation.

Is the Toyota G86 faster than the Subaru BRZ? Toyota GR86 vs. Subaru BRZ performance is tied, as both models posted a Car and Driver tested 0-60-mph time of 5.4 seconds. They share the same specs and platform, leading to equal capabilities in both vehicles.

And yet the GR86 is doomed to a similar fate. Due to new safety regulations coming into effect in 2024 – the required sensors, cameras and so on simply won't fit – this affordable purist's sports car is already very much sold-out and becoming a classic in its own lifetime.

What is Toyota Gt86 lifespan? The estimated lifespan of a Toyota Gt86 is 131,000mi, before reaching the life expectancy upper limit. Fuel type is a major factor when looking into a vehicles lifespan/life expectancy.

Is the Toyota GR86 fast? Yes, the Toyota GR86 is fast, being able to get from 0 to 60 in 6.1 seconds and having a top speed of 140 MPH.

After Scion transitioned to Toyota, the Scion FR-S became the Toyota 86; The 86 name is passed down from the car that inspired it, the "AE86" Corolla GT-S of the 1980s. Combines 4-wheel drive and off-road runner.

How much does a Toyota 86 cost? ›

Prices for a used Toyota 86 currently range from $13,950 to $36,999, with vehicle mileage ranging from 4,449 to 127,428.

It's small inside. There's limited passenger and cargo space. It's not particularly comfortable, especially for taller drivers, and its technology feels dated and inadequate. Most damning is that the 86 simply lacks power and looks faster at idle that it actually is.

So if not maintained correctly, years of abuse take their toll on the 2.0 litre boxer engine and can cause the dreaded bottom end knock. Often this knock is due to either spun connecting rod bearings or spun crankshaft bearings as a result of oil starvation or excess oil temperatures.

The next most common 86 modification is probably the lightweight pulley. While it doesn't actually add peak horsepower, pulleys will make your car faster by reducing rotating weight and parasitic drag and allowing the engine to rev more quickly.

After Scion transitioned to Toyota, the Scion FR-S became the Toyota 86; The 86 name is passed down from the car that inspired it, the "AE86" Corolla GT-S of the 1980s. Combines 4-wheel drive and off-road runner.

The AE86 would go on to inspire the Toyota 86 (2012–present), a 2+2 sports car jointly developed by Toyota and Subaru, manufactured by Subaru—and marketed also as the Toyota GT86, Toyota FT86, Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ.

The Subaru BRZ and Toyota GT86 share the same platform, so it's no surprise that they look similar to each other.

Its design elements on the exterior and interior are a modern interpretation of the 1980's model. As for performance, the GR86 is recognized by many enthusiasts as Toyota's spiritual successor to the AE86.