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Well, as some of you know, I traded the Bocanegra in a few weeks ago for the GT86. The Bocanegra was a fantastic car and fulfilled its purpose for my needs at the time. Was cheap to tax, insure and fuel. However, I just felt I was starting to get a bit too old to be driving around in a lowered hot-hatch and it was time to change to something else.
So, I have always had a soft spot for the Toyota GT86's; from the inception as the FT86 through to the final model for the market. When Curtis' at Ballymena had their unveiling of the GT86, I test drove the car that night and I knew that one day I would end up with one.
After looking at one or two different cars, I finally opted for a 2013 model with 6500miles on the clock. For me, this is my dream affordable car and comes fully loaded with plenty of accessories: auto lights, heated seats, satnav, cruise control, push-button start, pearlescent paint, half leather / alacantara upholstery, Bluetooth / hands-free, USB etc
It's certainly not the quickest car on the road, but it is nippy enough for me. I will be leaving this car completely standard, although one or two items from Fensport are winking at me...just cosmetic bits and pieces, e.g. carbon-fibre diffuser...it's a bit expensive though for all it is. Might end up having the diffuser carbon-dipped...but that is really the only thing I am considering.
Have to say thanks to @GT86_Dave for providing me with a space-saver wheel earlier...nice wee addition to have in case of emergency.
Anyway, a few pics. I know these aren't to everyone's liking, but I think they look class and are a real pleasure to drive.
Main intention is just to drive this car and enjoy it for a couple of years. Have been pleasantly surprised on the drive into work, getting between 39-42.5mpg taking it easy
Thanks for having a look.
Dave
So, I have always had a soft spot for the Toyota GT86's; from the inception as the FT86 through to the final model for the market. When Curtis' at Ballymena had their unveiling of the GT86, I test drove the car that night and I knew that one day I would end up with one.
After looking at one or two different cars, I finally opted for a 2013 model with 6500miles on the clock. For me, this is my dream affordable car and comes fully loaded with plenty of accessories: auto lights, heated seats, satnav, cruise control, push-button start, pearlescent paint, half leather / alacantara upholstery, Bluetooth / hands-free, USB etc
It's certainly not the quickest car on the road, but it is nippy enough for me. I will be leaving this car completely standard, although one or two items from Fensport are winking at me...just cosmetic bits and pieces, e.g. carbon-fibre diffuser...it's a bit expensive though for all it is. Might end up having the diffuser carbon-dipped...but that is really the only thing I am considering.
Have to say thanks to @GT86_Dave for providing me with a space-saver wheel earlier...nice wee addition to have in case of emergency.
Anyway, a few pics. I know these aren't to everyone's liking, but I think they look class and are a real pleasure to drive.
Main intention is just to drive this car and enjoy it for a couple of years. Have been pleasantly surprised on the drive into work, getting between 39-42.5mpg taking it easy
Thanks for having a look.
Dave
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