Should You Buy a TOYOTA GT86? (Test Drive & Review)
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I like this channel because it shows you all types of second-hand cars that people would actually buy or consider buying. Keep it up!
Fiasco Saif Thank you! I try and keep it varied. Cheers for watching 😉
Fiasco Saif your so right after watching these videos I end up on the classifieds looking for car that was reviewed.
I could listen n watch him all day long.. that voice... im a petrol head and listening to him is so relaxing. Some guys talk b#ll#cks he just says it how it is.and icandy too.
I completely agree. I only just discovered this channel and this is a great channel. It's so nice to find a channel who reviews cars and gives a full review into the positives and negatives.
I love how you review cars that average people can buy not reviews meant only for the 1%.
Cant wait for your channel to blow up.
Kiba Blood Thanks! I appreciate it 😉
I own a GT86 of the same year - the manual gear box is such a short throw, it's to die for. Would really recommend giving one a go! Makes the car infinitely better.
hey, can you tell me how the car is in terms of service? does it cost much or is there little to replace or maintain? :)
Another great review . And honestly how many other reviewers dress to match the car interior !
Mark Browne Haha that’s true. I didn’t realise until I was editing 😂
Mark Browne he’s a hottie.
Great trip Matt. Your totally honest reviews are always a joy to watch and listen to.
Cheers
Mike
PS ... Loving my XF :)
Mike Waldt Thanks Mike! Enjoy the XF 😉
I’m glad you touched on the steering wheel part! I love everything straight, and dash straight. I think the Toyota GT86 is going to be my next car. I’m a BMW man but this Toyota is something special for the full driving experience.. Great review mate.
I like them overall. Good choice
Interesting what you said about handling, Matt. My FK8 is not the fastest hatchback, but there are not many hatches that handle corners like my FK8. Great on country roads, go into a corner feels like it's on rails. The gearbox is sublime, very important part of the driving experience. Great review as always.
actually liked this review, its reasonable and actually shows what the pro and negatives are in the general everyday use for the car that most people will likely use it for. keep it up
I love this little car. I’ve driven five of them since it came out in 2012 and it’s just such a fun back to basics sports car. I’m in a position now where I can get a 2015 model and it will be my only car. My work is a very short 10 minute drive from my house so it’ll cover low mileage under my ownership. I am aware of the compromises you need to make with a car like this but If like me your in your 20’s and don’t haul many things or people around then you can live with this car. Can’t wait to get mine.
Buy this car with manual you can learn :
Drifting (RWD)
Experienced with manual
Fixing ( Subaru engine )
Modify cars (JDM time)
considering he's british Im sure he learned on stick
What do u mean fixing? Does it have problems?
@@stelios292001 subarus engines have a bad rep of being unreliable, but thats usually when they are turbo charged and modified, a naturally aspirated boxer like the one in the 86 is fine though and is reliable
@@stelios292001 only when you get a used Subaru Impreza that was driven by a teenager or a young adult and didn’t let the engine break it and they started reviving it before the break in period. I’m surprised how many people don’t know that an engine has a break in period or they either don’t care about that
Nice review. Pleasant to listen to. As an owner my self of this beautiful vehicle, I must say that the boot is in reality quite big and useful.
I have one in burnt orange. Been living with it for 9 months as a daily, and have to say it's been great. I paid 17k for a 17plate with 17k miles, probably a bit expensive but overall it is a great car. I agree that you have to drive it aggressively to be rewarded which is why I opted for a manual.
However I also spend a lot of time in traffic and it's pretty comfortable, more comfortable in fact than my old 52 plate Corolla.
Good review btw. 👍
Cheers!
Is a manual great to drive in a city with traffic? Like comfortable or not annoying
@@willhu4345 it's a car, I find changing gears completely normal. I've never had an auto dont really see the point with a gt86 tbh...
In traffic it's not the most economical, but like I said more comfortable than my old hatchback tbh.
Another great review of a car that most folks can actually afford to buy, in a world where car review shows are all becoming American or focused on 200k super cars it’s cool to have a channel like this with interesting content that’s also really well produced. Well done dude! 👍🏻
Thanks! I think its more interesting to show affordable cars. There are only so many supercar vids I can watch
That digital clock at 2:24 is certainly my favourite feature. Certainly a drivers clock that, would look better next to a cassette player though, a drivers cassette player.
I raced in a GT86 at a skid pan and fell in love with it, thanks for this review since it's pushed me a bit further towards buying one 🤣
In my opinion you are one of the best car reviewers out there amongst the top dogs. Straight to the point, always useful informations. I wish more of the car reviewers were like you. No complaining, no whining, not nitpicky. keep up your good work mate.
Thank you! I appreciate your comments :)
With you 100% on this and the Subaru version. It is great that someone is still building a back to basics sport coupe.
Thanks Matt, great review as always. This has finally made my mind up after many months. I’m off to buy a GT86 👍🏻
Cheers! Go for it.
Great car. Great video also, love watching your car reviews. Keep up the good work
Daz Sid Thanks!
This is literally the car I’m about to buy, in fact if it was LHD I wouldn’t mind driving that exact one (plus I’m not a huge fan of the automatic transmission). I agree with you 100%, when you drive it slowly you almost tend to hate it, but when you get it to speed, then you get the whole point of it. Thank you for this kind of reviews, loving the channel and the way you explain the cars you try. Keep up with the good work!
Diego Navarro Antoñanzas Thanks for watching! I appreciate it 👍🏻
Love your talk on this great car .
Like your sense of humour and your comment on a friend with no head
Would like to buy a second car like this Toyota gt 86
I own an 86 and I think you should definitely try the manual, the shifting is spot on
Always enjoy your videos. Never get old!
Glad you like them!
Give this man more credit he deserves!
I cant wait to see the second generation in a year or two.
Good genuine reviews keep them coming
Thanks!
So keen to watch this review......!
Another great review. And good of you to match your outfit with the interior 😆
I think you're videos are great! Banging review and production.
Thanks
A very good description of a sports car. Good information on price.
Great review Matt, cheers once again 👌
Cheers!
Brilliant review! Thanks a lot!
I got a manual 2017 Orange Edition. I was a bit nervous to get this as my previous car, a fully loaded 2014 Audi S3 Convertible, was super fast and lux but a bit dull to drive!
Great review, spot on!
I've only driven one of these on a half hour test drive, but really loved it. My current daily is an F type V8 which is hilarious around town but a bit lacking when you really get on it, I think a car like this is the opposite, really fun when you're on it, but kind of dull the rest of the time.
I have the same car. I found that always keeping it in sport mode it's perfect and I use the paddles in auto mode to shift down a lot. Great car
The auto gearbox is excellent isn't it. Much better than I thought it would be
honestly mate.. always wanted 1 - love the DESIGN
When I look at it I can’t help But think it looks like a modern version of the old Toyota Celica
Thats right
That red shirt mwah
I was actually thinking of replacing my old 00 gts but the 86 is about as underpowered the stock celica was. Probably gonna go with a mustang ecoboost instead. More potential for the money.
@@177SCmaro Two completely different cars for different things. Mustang will be way more comfortable and shove harder at low rpm but the 86 is the better proposition for stuff like AutoX but will punish you for everyday driving.
@@DeltaAnt1000 They're not completely different. One is a pony car (basically a combination of a muscle car and a sports car) the other is a sports car. There is some overlap. And the mustang ecoboost beats the 86 at just about everything except a very tight road course. If the 86 had another 70-80 hp and a better power band then it would be the other way around. Unfortunately to make an 86 do that costs more than an ecoboost so you might as well get the mustang unless your heart is set on a pure sports car.
There is individual preference but the ecoboost objectively performs better out of the box in more categories. The lackluster power to weight of the 86 kills it stock but it does look to be "driving a slow car fast" type of fun.
Went to my first car meet last night with my 2013 GTS stock with modified subwoofer oriented system and it’s 😅 can’t wait to mod for performance later!
Great review thanks
Brilliant review
Great review of a great car!
Thinking of buying one, useful thank you
I have an 86.
It's awesome.
Thank you, enjoyed that cheers Paul
Cheers!
Great review! Thanks m8
Rick Leonard Thanks! 👍🏻
I've only been driving around 5 years nearly, and owned a 124 (Fiat) and Mk3 TT but had to step down to a standard A1 after moving to London. I'm on the horizon of moving out soon and I've had my eye on this for a while, and I have to say this video I think may have just tipped me over in favour of securing one this year! What you said about it being an "ideal second car" resonates with me because I work from home, so my only time spent in the car is for long (fun) trips up the country, or for leisure meaning my primary car always feels like the average second car.
I have to say too, I totally agree about the spoiler. It just looks...wrong without it. Great video by the way, you have a new subscriber :D
I really enjoyed the video 📹 I the gt86 will be my next car but in Red! I had a brilliant Red hyundai coupe once wasn't very fast but looked the business! Even though thought it was crap , I loved it!
This proves that big brother is watching. I was just looking at one of these online then i opened you tube and there you are. I really want one but i think my wife might kill me 😂 thanks for the information
I had a 63' plate manual from new in December 2013. Best car ever. I miss it.
I had a 2012 in burnt orange. Only parted with it due to having kids. Miss it so much.
Just been looking at these as a replacement for the rx8 and this pops up what a coincidence 👍
Im looking for a second 'fun' car and have narrowed it down to mx5 mk3, s2000 or this. The first two put me off a tad as I like to put my seat back more than they will allow, and this gt86 obviously is a hard top, but looks great. Im now warming to it a lot after this review. Like this reviewer...no bullshit, just his honest thoughts on it.
Thanks!
Every time I get to drive this car it just puts a huge smile on my face. Love it to bits, thinking to get one as a second car as you say ..
Thanks for finally reviewing a decent reliable car
I love mine. I've had it a little over a year and never get tired of driving it. Mine is a manual and I haven't driven an auto, but I've heard the auto is pretty good. I think it looks better without the spoiler. The spoiler looks like something they threw on as an afterthought.
Just rented the automatic version (no manual available). I'm pretty disappointed. I'm sure the manual is more fun.
Rev up you engines! Love it.
That’s a beautiful car 😍
I agree about the engine choice, being a boxer engine I wouldn't risk buying one without a full main dealer history.
Interesting. I have to disagree with one major thing. You say it’s a good second car. My partner used hers as a workhouse. It was used everyday for a 60 mile commute, right through the winter too. We live in the Scottish highlands and with good winter tyres on 16” wheels it handles snow and slush with ease. With the rear seats down there is a fair bit of room. She used to throw bags of compost and manure in there, stuff for the tip, bundles of decking boards, in fact, all sorts of crap. In the summer back on its 18” wheels it was used to go on holiday with 500 mile drives down to England. They are an awesome every day car :)
Good point!
why would you put smaller tyres on in the winter wouldent that remove some of the already very limited ground clerance
Dub 420 winter tyres as far as i am aware are not low profile so would need smaller wheels
Dub 420 because you want a taller side wall to allow tyres to flex more and get better grip. The rolling diameter of the tyre is identical.
This is a car which I very much want to drive as well, I am not surprised that you were not disappointed by it! Looks like an awful lot of fun...
It is :)
@@HighPeakAutos , I should get one of these in for review as well, shouldn't I? Funnily enough, our common theme tradition appears to be continuing, as I am just uploading a review of a 2018 Toyota Prius, so we have both reviewed current Toyota models in the same week. Wonder what the next one will be?
Hello like the variety of cars you've shown lately, keep going, variety is always interesting. With the GT86 only 2 things you have to do,1 change the oe Michelins for anything further up the performance tyre range (primercey hampered the handling as they gave no grip)2 remember you have a torque lite engine because Japanese manufacturers don't understand what torque is. Regards Simon.
Thats right! Good tip with the tyres too :)
The rear seat folds down - perfect everyday (only) driver's car..
No legs
No arms
No head
Some of my best mates are torsos.
Martin Deathe 😂
Adds a whole new meaning to getting something off your chest.......
avereage height is 5'7" for male and female combined, I have BRZ , I'm 5'7" and someone that is 5'4" fits fine in the back, so for short people this car is ok but for people taller than 5'8" not so much.
You have a few mates called Matt then ey
It suits your last name
Got one same colour last week.. today decided to CZcams and I am more in love 😍
It’s the best car I ever had 👌🏼
Good choice! Enjoy!
@@HighPeakAutos thanks mate nice video to
My mate had a Subaru BRZ which I drove and I completely agree. It was only fun to drive when you revved the shit out of it and threw it round some corners. It desperately needed a turbo and he was planning on installing one which would've given it the power it so lacks, but alas, he sold it instead for more than he bought it for. That's another thing - they seem to hold their value quite well.
another one to ponder i like the way you tick Matt and do not shy away from cars others would just gloss over it looks like it could be fun especially in a high peak winter but a couple of 2x2 paving slabs in the boot may help with that (old manta trick ;) ) bypass thrash soundtrack sounded great just watch for those lazy coppers snoring in the layby ;) cheers bud i do not think you will struggle to move that on
Cheers! Thats a good idea with the paving slabs
Bought one superb car so pleased !!
I just bought one from High Lane garage, agree with everything you say, but you should try a manual, the power comes in a lower revs. Love watching your on the road shots, spend most of my time trying to spot which lane you are on. give us a wave as you go past our house while you are hammering up the by pass.
Yet another no B/S review ,i love 'em !!!
Thanks!
Just clocked up 120 miles today at Donnington Park in my friends GT86. They drive great. 👍
Always a thumbs up from me Matt 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 I do think that comment " If you have any negative comments keep um to yourself " was brilliant😁😁😁😁😁 and looking at the comments section it seems to have worked ( Masterstroke )
Haha yes it looks that way! :)
"The lack of grip is just right"
K
I have a 19 plate manual and love it. Don’t forget it was designed to be easily modified, adding a turbo or supercharger kit for around £3000 and still keeping the Toyota warranty is a massive positive!
Fantastic video. I picked mine up a few months ago. Its was either one of these or a megane rs. I think I made the right choice
Good choice!
I am purchasing this exact car tomorrow! Hope you looked after it 😂 Decent review, looking forward to driving it.
This very same car?
@@HighPeakAutos yes, same reg plate!
So how is the car? I’m looking at these 😂
Nice one. Another affordable review what the average man (or woman) could afford to buy.
Easy on the eye but I can’t help feeling it would have been a proper GT with a 2.5 or 3 litre lump in it. As it stands I think for money saving alone plus similar fun factor I’d opt for the MX5
It would be great with a V6!
Another spot on and honest review 👌👌👌👌 Reg`s Steve.
Cheers Steve!
@@HighPeakAutos Nearly 22k subscribers in one year ( Wow !! ) I did know from the start Matt that you stood out from the rest. May I say your humour and definite individuality plus common sense approach is why you have achieved this. One of the best car reviewers that us ordinary car-buying public can easily relate with. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 Reg`s Steve
stevie 007 Thank Steve! I appreciate your support. I never thought I’d be at 22k in one year either. 👍🏻
You need to try a manual Gt86 😂😂😂😂
@End of Days My brother has an FRS and I got a BRZ, no regrets at all
I have an auto no regrets at all
MrSodaBelly Once you have owned an automotive You won't go back to manual
@@boomerhgt said typical murican
manual for fun and feeling, auto for cruising and daily commute
I looked at this car and it was on the list because of it's reviews but when I realised the engine was a Subaru boxer with 200 bhp I looked elsewhere and bought a BMW M235i with 330 bhp, that was 4 1/2 years ago, I now have a MINI JCW with 231 bhp, now that's an exciting drive.
Nice car, excellent review 👋👋🎵
Cheers!
Jesus why did you buy an automatic, bring it back mate, you need a gearbox.
Geraldine Geraldine Because F1 style is faster and more elite
@@samurai2600 hahahahhahahahahahahahahah This car is made and designed for manual gearbox. Automatic was after tought so you lose small amount of power by automatic. (that's what I heard couple days ago)
@@jozosaravanja1626 The manual has a slightly tuned engine giving it 5 more horsepower, the automatic and the manual are virtually the same, they actually made the auto have taller gears in order to make it not outperform the manual. People shit talk the auto in the car but its one of the best non-dual clutch autos there is.
Jp well in the Toyota 86 auto u don’t even get a lsd so I do believe this type of car was built to be a manual
@@Jp-hn9ju I didn't said that this is ad automatic. It's just a fact this car is made to be manual.
He sounds like he’s reciting a poem. Good review.
I've got one in automatic, I've had a manual before but prefer the auto, great fun car, looks fantastic, definitely a second car. Go for a used one, much cheaper and don't be put off by manual fans, the auto is brilliant,if not better in my opinion.
I agree. I was surprised how good the auto box was
buying used can be a gamble, previous owner might of driven hard on a track and street
I got mine from Toyota as an approved used, comes with warranty etc, also fully checked, it had a recall for valve spring replacements, so it had the full works, new gasket etc before collecting it. Makes me smile every time i look at it parked up and when driving.. Ive plugged the intake fake engine noise pipe which makes that droning noise inside the car. It sounds much better now and quieter, you can actually hear the true engine flat 4 sound and it feels a bit nippier, overall a fab car for the money £11k for a used gt86, cheap to run, drifts and wheel spins on tap! Can be modified just like the new Supra.
Let me buy if you done with it....it's my dream to own one....
Anyone wanna sell theirs....wud like to buy.... A discount will be awesome 😎
You liked the red so much you had your red t shirt on 😊
Please do a review of the Mercedes SLK would love to hear your thoughts on this if possible. Having said that I may consider this car in the future as well I love the growl when you put your foot down.
merciless6000 Which year SLK? I’ll try and do one 😉
@@HighPeakAutos Oooo I was thinking 2012 model, that would be awesome if you can :D
While I don't like toyotas current fussy design styling at the moment. I do really like this little sports car. A good review
mk 2 supra was always my dream car but then im oldschool
Another great review & a very good looking car,typical japanese vanilla interior,
Thanks! I agree, the interior could be nicer
Graet video
I have 2018 BRZ, not sure why he would say it is not easy to live with as a daily driver, I even look forward to when it snows here in Colorado, I put my winter tires on and 60 lbs of sand bags in the trunk and have fun driving in the snow.
They've confirmed a whole new GT86 / BRZ is due soon around 2020 hopefully just be just as good. Great review.
I'm interested to see what that's like :)
@@HighPeakAutos I'm hoping for a hybrid version similar to what Honda did with the CRZ.
It probably will be. Thats the way things are going
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Positive:- I love your reviews and I know it's a long way from Cornwall to Stockport but I plan to come up and buy a car off you one day,
Negative:- I'll keep them to myself 🤣🤣
Hahah Cheers!
I’m 64, living in Ca. where lots of mountain roads exist making my automatic way quicker less fatigued frolicking my 2019 Toy 86 mile after mile on lengthy rides here in my county. As I have the base model I could care less about stereo listening
Pleased to hear it!
I had a 64 plate for about 6 months and loved it. Very easy to get the backend out on a roundabout. Only thing that annoyed me was having one of the poppers break on the side of the seat that is used as a seatbelt guide. Had to replace the whole seat cover. That was a few hundred.!! Would of sounded better with an HKS air filter as well. I now have a civic type r fn2 and prefer it to be honest. I put a throttle response unit on and it has reduced the 0-60 to about 5.6 and fuel economy has gone up to 35mpg on a run.
TROLL HUNTER good stuff! 😉
Ray H
Always loved the look of the GT86 looks great in burnt orange, but alas I can't convince the wife to get one.
Raymond Hunt They look great in any colour 😍
Good revue - A great buy if you love a bumpy ride, loads of noisy engine and competitive priced tyres.
Haha yes exactly!
Thank you for adressing the sound system. nobody has talked about that shit at all lol.
I have been looking forward to get home and watch this, WHAT A TREAT
I love this car, in my opinion it's one of the best sport cars design ever made
Hot,aggressive and affordable,
As expected great honest review nicely done, top class mate
Thanks for watching! I agree with you
@@HighPeakAutos
No thank you for what do mate its truly unique and original,
I'm getting a 2015 GT Limited Dark Grey Metallic manual real soon, high five ✋
I was contemplating one of these until the supra came out and learned it had a b58 ever since then I looked at the M240i. You can pick one up for less than 20k and it’s got similar performance to the new 50k supra with the same engine. I’m looking to pick my M240i up next year.
Good choice :)