From MK5 Supra to GR Corolla: Devin's Journey | Supra Farewell and Corolla "Upgrade"?
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- čas přidán 30. 06. 2024
- Great conversation with Devin, who makes his return to the channel with his new whip, the 2023 GR Corolla Circuit Edition. It was nice to have him back on the channel since he was the first person I featured on my channel's Supra Build Series. Make sure to give him a follow on Instagram (@2j_who) to see what happens with his build and feel free to DM him if you want more details on specific mods that he has on the car.
This definitely won't be the last time you all see this car on the channel. More content coming soon with it!
Check out the driving portion video here:
• From Supra to GR Corol...
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Cinematics
0:53 - Introduction
1:38 - Devin's Previous Car
2:43 - Why Get the GR Corolla?
6:38 - Car Walkthrough (Exterior)
12:26 - Engine Bay
16:23 - Interior
19:15 - Performance Discussion
22:15 - Conclusion
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The Corolla is way more practical, imho. The Supra has no back seats and the trunk is not enormous. Which is fine if it’s just a toy. But if you want a little of everything, the Corolla is it.
I agree , I have not driven Corolla but it seems like a fun car … Supra is fun but not a daily driver….
Nonsense. I've driven my Supra as a daily for 3 years.
Depends on your use. For me, I decided to get a Supra because I never used the back seats in my STIs and Type R and a majority of the time, it was just me and a passenger. Corolla's trunk space is much smaller than an STI hatch, but definitely bigger than a Supra. Corolla is definitely a great contender for a fun daily driver if power is not a priority. Reminded me so much of my STI hatch and I put like 20k miles on mine in the first year I had it.
@@dannyd7714 I did that with mine too for 25k miles, so I know what I'm talking about. Try carrying a dog around, or stuffing a set of golf clubs in. It's not practical just because you suffer everyday.
Well a mini van is more practical then a Corolla.... They are different types of cars....
I absolutely love this car... I wouldn't trade my Supra for it, but if I did, I would want to do it exactly like this guy did. Very tastefully done so far! 👍👏
Couldn't agree more!
Your videos are qauilty bro love it and theyre from personal experiences so real life situations compare to just reg car reviews!
Appreciate it bro! Of course everyones' experience is always going to be different, but I always want to share it to help out whomever I can.
I’m actually a big fan of that new Corolla!
New shop build? 👀
I own a 6MT MK5, and I have driven the GR Corolla for weeks at a time. I drove these cars back to back for weeks. The Corolla is more fun around town, and its a better daily sports car. I love the Supra, and I will keep it. But I did think about switching. For 40K, I could not get over the Corolla interior experience, its still a 21K interior.
Thanks for the input Blake! I will actually have a video comparing them back to back so glad you commented. Completely agree with your sentiment about the interior. It looks nice, but definitely could be a tad nicer. Oh well, Corolla is a Corolla.
Well the corolla will at least last 300k while your MK5 will be at the junk yard getting parted out at 180k
@@Motorsportsgeek no lol
@@Motorsportsgeek both is made by Toyota. Yes b58 was created with the partnership of bmw and Toyota in 2012 before the z4
@@Uruieie Lmao, calling a BRZ a toyota would be more accurate even if it's 90% subaru but people that still think the MK5 has anything to do with toyota is laughable but also pisses me off that manufactures get away with it. Its a rebadged Z4, toyota had nothing to do with the drivetrain and most of the car its a bmw and that should be something toyota tells you not me
Nice to hear his perspective
Always an awesome conversation with Devin, super insightful and open about his experiences!
Thanks for the vid, really liked how you talked about the driving experience of both cars. I've had my GRC for 6 months and got a '24 supra manual coming in may, super excited to have both for a bit and compare!
Nice! Congratulations! Planning on doing a comparison video myself so hope to get that scheduled soon.
great video and overview, tons of tasteful mods. I picked up my premium last week, so happy with it and hope that Evanturi intake gets cheaper lol
Thanks so much for viewing! Congrats on the purchase and have fun with it!
love the seat ! I have just the Core edition but with the special limited slip diff's I love this car...also I have a 2023 M3 Comp this car is more fun in some ways
Great taste of cars! Been reading a lot the LSDs in the GRCs are an absolute must. So cool you have a choice of just pure, technological speed and something smaller and engaging.
I’ve had my gr corolla for 8 month now and I’m loving it. Those red seats are so cool!
Awesome! I wish my wife knew how to drive with a stick so I could justify getting one lol. Yeah the seats are nice. Check them out here: www.alealeather.com/en/
@@VinceChristmastree maybe you can convince her! They have intelligent manual trans so it has hill assist and auto rev matching for the downshifts. I’ve been taking my girlfriend out here and there to learn and now she’s been asking me nonstop to go back out !
I will definitely show her your comment lol thank you!
How fast does it feel? I’m coming from a 106 hp 2020 Yaris and a 23’ Nissan rogue 200hp lol. I think it’ll be a rocket! I want to do the 400hp tune and that’s probably all the power I’ll ever need.
@@VinceChristmastree That IS the justification for you getting one! My wife can't drive mine for a good reason!
So sick
Indeed! The white GRC looks clean as fuck too
That's why I kept my Supra, and added a GR Corolla 😊
Literally a perfect 2 car combo! Pretty jealous lol
Look at that TE37! Gorgeous!
CE28s!
Please share that ECU tune. 🙏 awesome build..You need to upgrade the headgaskets and Valve springs for 400+ hp with stock internals
Thanks for the information! You'll have to get an EcuTek license/dongle and a tune from Mikey Botti. You can email him at: mikey84botti@gmail.com
All tunes are locked to the ECU and car.
who said that u cant go over 400 whp im sure u can make over 400 on stock motor
@@jdmteggy2388 Wishful thinking 🤔 the weakest point of that engine is the head gasket and valve springs. The intake overheating can be fixed with an aftermarket intake like the Eventuri intake
@3:04 breath of fresh air with that squash lol
LOL yup. Detailers can't have their cars smelling bad!
The rear diffuser over the factory one is like wearing a coat over another coat.
Different strokes for different folks!
Those seats look good!!!
They are awesome!
I test drove a core version of this car without anyone else in the car. I never thought I would drive a car more fun than my Fiesta ST, I was wrong. I have owned 68 cars, and have driven 100's others. Everything from a Porsche 911 turbo to a
Focus ST. 15 different Subarus, etc.. None of them more fun than this GR Corolla.
Incredible praise for this car! I haven't driven as many as you, but this car is one of the most memorable drives I've had. It's so peppy and just excited to get going.
I’ve driven both. Own both. Not to knock the Supra but the GR Corolla is the move
In terms of pure driver engagement, 100%. Super fun car.
I just pick up a 24 GR Corolla track option premium👏
I love it so far.
I am looking into any mods options because this is my first Toyota.
My End game after Cosmetics is 400whp / 420whp.
Congratulations on the purchase! Hope your modding journey is a fun one. 400whp on this car would be an absolute blast. I think that would be the sweet spot if I had one.
yoooooo this is giving me some major ideas for my GRC CE!
Good template to build off of!
Excellent content!
Thanks so much Nikolai! Love your content too!
Yoooooo, those seat covers are GORGEOUS! I need me a set...
Check them out at AleaLeather.com!
@@VinceChristmastree Oh I already sent them an inquiry! 🤣
Lol yessss!
I need that intake! Cant wait for my 24 CE to arrive. I’m a hot hatch enthusiast. there isn’t a car on the market at any price point I’d want more than the GR C (other than a GR Yaris). My 22 WRX is my daily and this will be strictly for fun
Nice combination! I view this car as the spiritual successor to the STI hatch since Subaru killed off the STI hatch first then the STI.
Thanks! At times I’ve considered moving my deposit to a GR86 since I have a WRX but like you said GRC is like having the STI hatch we all miss. I must go back and forth daily lol
@@danny2607 LOL when you get the GRC, you'll definitely alternate the daily duties! It's a fun car to drive.
I know I’m thinking about having a gr Yaris shipped out here, but I’ll probably just end up getting a GR Corolla😅
like here in northeast pa i have awsome backroads everywhere i can enjoy the sti and gr corolla i want a gr corolla but hard to fine the circut edition at the msrp
Yeah that's almost impossible right now unless you have the hookup.
Cool to see another circuit but where did you get those red seats and steering wheel?
I think he got them directly from the manufacturer, Alea Leather. Here's their website:
www.alealeather.com/en/
As for the steering wheel, you'll have to check with him! Feel free to shoot him a message on IG @2j_who.
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I’ll pass this on!
What did you do / are doing to protect the CB roof? I just got my Circuit edition and I am not sure If I need to PFF or if a ceramic coating is fine?
He did both, PPF then ceramic coated on top.
Where did you acquire the steering wheel? Also, does it still retain the heated function?
Devin got it from @gr_store_llc on IG. As for the heated function, it does still retain it!
Those seat covers are amazing! I also have the circuit edition I love those red leather seat covers. Question tho I noticed your badges were darkened out a little bit, can I remove those badges and place a hard overly on mine or is there a camera? Did you wrap the front a rear badge or did you remove yours. I have some great red replacement badges I am scared to put on? Thanks in advance.
Thanks for the comment! From my understanding the front emblem houses the radar, so an overlay is as aggressive as you can get. Smoked vinyl is all I used. I haven't tried removing the rear emblem yet but its on my list!
See Devin’s comment above!
I can’t understand how someone can be a fan of the Supra and Corolla at the same time lol but to each their own!
Nothing wrong with being a fan of the two cars at the same time, they are both great in their own right!
wtf u talking about they both great but for me the gr corolla is better then supra so
gr supra more track 😋
gr corolla more rally 😛
toyota 🪐 let’s go places!
How did you get the red interior. It must be custom because I can't option that in a new one. I remember the 90s vehicles with the option for different color interiors whether it is leather or cloth. Definitely love the red interior.
Check out Alea Leather on Instagram. They are seat covers and really high quality. All links are in the description box.
Really like the steering wheel. Where can I get the Forged CF wheel?
Devin got them from what was formerly known as GR Store: www.marvelmotorsports.com
This guy literally did what I did, and hes building his GR exactly the same way as mine, bruh lol. Same parts and everything and came from an A90.
LOL great minds think alike?
haha absolutely!@@VinceChristmastree
its a short and wide little car u could run wide meaty fitment 18x10 -38 with 255 265 on the gr corolla but the digital dash is awsome hes right this is like a better mor reliable verson of sti hatch
Yup, would be cool to feature a higher mileage GRC on the channel!
Nice GR Corolla but like many said, I wouldn't trade a GR Supra for a Corolla. Glad it works out for you, that's what counts. I'm still waiting for my GR Supra.
Yeah definitely not a popular move, but Devin enjoys it a lot. Nice man, enjoy the Supra! 3 years later and it still puts a smile on my face.
Dam vince you starting to look buff
Trying to get off my butt more LOL
I don't know. You put a rear diffuser on top of a diffuser? Doesn't look good at all. The wheels are great though.
Double the aerodynamics baby! LOL
Only issue I find with this car is the cooling. Heard the rear clutch awd system can get hot when pushing the car and then it defaults to fwd. Other than that it seems perfect.
Didn't know that! Thanks for the information!
It's not technically overheating, just the sensor does, puts in FWD mode after several hot laps on the track. I've had good luck using heat tape and shielding.
Was the video filmed in hdr?
Nope, in 10-bit 4K S-Log3. I color corrected it on my own.
You in the SA area? Would be cool to see how it does at SASCA.
Nope, we are in the DFW area.
Interior was holding me to get one but your interior has got me convinced. If you don't mind me how much was the upholstery and the steering redone?
DM him on IG @2j_who! It's from Alea Leather. It's nice and plush when I sat in it.
Thanks! The leather kit was a prototype so it was discounted. They have authorized upholstery shops you can reach out to for a quote. The airbag was custom and included the core so it was about 400. Steering wheels range from 700-1000 depending on options.
@@devinthedude87 how did you get the GR logo on the headrest? Did they make it themselves or did you take off the original one?
@@andrewkrikorian760 they custom embroidered it. It costs a little extra but worth it.
@devinthedude87 it looks 100% identical to the real one haha. I went on the website and couldn't see the GRC listed. Does that mean it's not out yet? Also what material did you use? Sorry for all the questions :/
Next time please show the car more, overall it is beautiful.
More videos coming on this car so you'll get your fix of it!
i really like the gr corolla but i personally i wouldn’t give up a mi5 supra. why not have both
I think Devin was just ready for the next thing!
Expensive to get 420 wheel,given whats out there in UK for the Yaris,2 years in.Syvecs ecu £5k,built motor £10/11k,for starters,been told oem ecu is being worked on so a hybrid turbo and oem ecu tune +bolt ons will be a thing.
Isn't that where the stock block maxes out?
@VinceChristmastree tbf,455 crank/410 wheel is being offered here with stock engine,syvecs,cams/springs.Ive got everything else on the car so may go for that myself.
Where did you get the steering wheel????
GR Store! They're on IG: @gr_store_llc
Does this void the factory warranty?
ECU tuning potentially
is that person in the shot making tik toks with you? random that they chose that place out of the whole lot lmao
LOL that's his daughter. I didn't even realize it until I was editing this video!
Hi can you deactivate the "always online" feature of the car so it won't always be trackable online? I hate that new cars are reporting to somebody on the other side and wish cars are way back then. If I wanted GPS I'd rather use a stand alone 3rd party that would protect my privacy.
I'm not Devin, but I was watching some other videos here on YT and I don't think anyone has found a way to turn it off. I'll go ask Devin to see if he's heard of anyone finding a way to deactivate that.
many thanks@@VinceChristmastree and please do find a way. The long term effects of doing so would help a lot of people, as there was an insurance agent in UK who divulged an info that in the coming years these types of system will be used by insurance and others to shut off your car remotely. What would be the essence of calling it your car and paying for it when in coming years they will be able to do that. If you are able to find a way to shut it off make it like a stand alone or completely remove all those nasty add one that are unnecessary save for the sake of "convenience" it would bring a time when driving was like back then -non trackable by any grid save yourself when you choose to install a removable tracking device hidden.
How am I able to get these seat covers. The website is very unintuitive I want to protect my 2024 gr
Try reaching out to them on IG @alealeather
@@VinceChristmastree okay, thanks!
After driving & owning a Supra. There is just know way I could ever drive a 4 cylinder ever again. But that's just me.
It's a 3-cylinder, but if you get a chance, I definitely recommend it. It's a different type of fun.
@VinceChristmastree I believe u. There fun if they are stupid light like 2500lbs . Bur I drove a friend's modified 4cyl Supra probably 380hp & it weights 3100lbs 350 lighter than the 6cy Supra & it still felt like a dinosaur 🦕 & quiet sounding. But sir just my opinion. I know it's a fun car in alot of demand. I'm just not the target market for this car. But not knocking it.
Now that you mention that, I should probably do a video on a 4 cylinder Supra (stock and modified). But yeah, fair enough! It's definitely a car that has a pretty set demographic.
@VinceChristmastree Agreed 👍. Yes a comparison with the 4cy I would love to see it. 👀
Does anyone know what rims those are called ????
Volk Racing TE37s
@@VinceChristmastree thank you bro
@@publicmaster7383 You're welcome!
To me if I own a business like yours, I wouldn’t have sold the Supra. In your kind of business you need more of a display/ modified cars to attack and pull more customers! C GR is cool I’m not saying it’s not but my only point was for business standpoint and I’m sure you can agree to that. Different cars pulls different market!
Good point! He actually has other cars, Bronco, Raptor and a 240Z lol Devin has a variety of cars that he owns/owned!
very smart choice! even if the corolla and zupra is the same price I will always choose the GRC
You're definitely the minority, but I'm just glad that Toyota is giving the consumers multiple choices!
@@VinceChristmastree it's very simple because it's "Bespoke" Toyota it's like would you choose a 10/10 girl but just like any other 10/10 girl or a 7/10 but she's one of a kind LOL
Lmfaooo 10/10 comparison 😂
Oh he'll no. not gonna trade my supra with this corolla
Not the first one that's said that to him and not the last lol glad to talk to someone in depth who made the move though!
@VinceChristmastree 😃 if I came from subaru, evo world I would thought of trading them, but its a fun car for sure
Yeah definitely true. Different segment for the two cars. I do agree with you though, if I was trading in an STI or Evo, this would be an upgrade. Tuning capabilities aren't there yet, but stock for stock, the GRC is much better. My opinion though!
I bought a 21 Supra but got bored of it within six months. It was quick but nothing about it felt Japanese except the design. I couldn't wait for the release of the GR Corolla as I'd rather much have that over the Supra.
What did you end up getting?
@@VinceChristmastree I ended up with a used C7 Z06 later on
@@mrjjthor That's an awesome car. I was in the market for one and test drove an auto and manual and really liked it. Only thing that swayed me the Supra route was the interior. Was never a fan of the GM interior, though they have gotten better. Also not sure about the community, but it seems like a majority of the owners are older retired gentleman, which is definitely not my target demographic since I planned on making content with it lol
@@VinceChristmastree true, vette interior are not great compared to it's competition and the car is definitely a magnet for old retired white men. Lol. Not a great pick for content creating.
@@mrjjthor If I had the disposable income though to have another expensive car, I probably would have one. I enjoyed driving it so much and the V8 supercharger whine is something else!
Just got rid of my mk5.. this might be the next step
It’s an awesome car! Decent amount of people made the move and been happy with it. As long as you are happy with where your money is going, that’s what matters.
heheh "under wot".. "ecutek" thats so american to sound out acronyms in real speech. Perhaps the engineers at Gazoo were more focused on keeping out heavy rain and splash by creating the box the way that they did? that's usually why OEM snorkels start low and guide upward rather than come straight on.
LOL Devin is built different. That's what I'm thinking so you might be on to something.
So when are these enthusiasts cars that are supposed to be affordable gunna be affordable 😂 cause i need one
Yeah Devin and I were talking about that too. All of the people that would drive and appreciate it cannot afford it because of Toyota limiting production like crazy and not doing much with the stupid dealers marking everything up. Such a shame.
HAHA Right?!? Toyota promised this was gonna be an affordable fun car and its far from that. They even raised the price in Canada to 50k START!! 60k with options that complete the car, and taxes. For an AWD corolla...What a joke.
@@PurpleMonkeyWaffle racing has become this weird niche thats also super popular. You think with so many people being into it and making products that it would be easier to be apart of the culture
@@popdatclutch3010 All about that dollar dollar bill yall.
I was interested in this car. But I really don't trust a 3 banger turbo to be long term reliable. Even from Toyota.
We shall see. Apparently there have been some owners with 30k+ miles on their cars and it's been good, but that's just a couple of examples.
Platform has been in Japan for a long time, plenty already have 40-50k miles with no issues
@@SethKnows That's good to hear, but 50k miles is something even a Jeep or Chrysler can do. There's also been a couple videos coming out of GR Corollas with blown turbos.
@@nathanmjackson1210 But right now you have a couple videos like that where you don't know how long or hard the car was driven, what maintenance was like, how much power they're running. Just saying there is more evidence that they run well vs don't.
The only way to know is to look up some stats on STOCK GR Yaris mileage and their maintenance records.
It's a Toyota at the end of the day, they don't fumble as hard as Chrysler or Ford.
@@SethKnows One of the ones I watched provided documents showing their oil changes were done at a Toyota dealer every 3k miles. They repair is covered by warranty, given they are covering it I would assume it was stock.
It's a sports car, it's meant to be driven hard. That's what the engine should be built for. It's only a few examples, but it does emphasize my point that a 1.6 Liter engine outputting 300 horsepower will have high stress.
Driving manual is priceless. Not a manual is better than automatic post, but if you know you know post
Oh for sure. Don't care much for the whole "auto vs manual" conversation, but a manual is always going to be more engaging and enjoyable.
Nah not even close. Glaring issues with them gr rollas. Diff overheating, interior weak. And the price isn't far off from each other here in Canada. Hard pass.
It's a hard sell in Canada from what I've read and seen on CZcams. Such a shame, they're fun cars.
Same sadly. VERY sadly. I'm in Canada too and 60k after options and taxes for an AWD corolla with a shit ton of deal breaking problems and needs like 10k more to make it what it shoulda been, is deeply disappointing.
@@VinceChristmastreeYeah we are pissed. We have been sooo good to Toyota too cause we have the best quality control right along with the Japanese themselves. We made every single first gen Matrix and its widely known as the most reliable car out there. Now they let that plant make their Lexus cars!! And we get the shaft. FAR less stock than others and its a 60k car...😞
Its 100% toyota ❤❤❤
For sure!
Why would you feel bad putting miles on a Morizo? Storing and making them an only weekend fun car makes no sense. Maybe it's me but would never save a car for the next owner even if it can resell for more money. I'm a car enthusiast I have to drive a car for my pleasure
Well said. This one isn't a Morizo, just a Circuit, but regardless, I do agree. Drive the cars!
@@VinceChristmastree I'm an AMG guy but something about this GR Corolla making me interested in it over the Type R, Supra, and RS3. I'm in the market for a fun compact and the Corolla checks all the boxes. Toyota did it right with this one. Love what you did with yours too
Ugh, love AMGs. Been looking at an W213 E63S. They're so freaking fast. Fun compact, you can't go wrong with the GRC. I had a Type R before this and it is an amazing car and daily driver, but if you want more fun, but a tad less practicality, GRC is the way to go. If you want to sacrifice a little fun (but still fun nonetheless) for more practicality and a superior shifter, the Type R (FK8 or FL5).
"Feel guilty putting miles on it"...🤔🙄
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Uh, sweaty seats 😬
Oh man, yeah good point. I would need a towel in the summer if I had this car, I would sweat all over it and ruin the nice red color lol
Hence, why I prefer cloth seats 😉(which is standard by the way)@@VinceChristmastree
No.
Counterpoint, yes.
I don't like that rear fender arch&rear-end is just to HIDEOUS 🤮🤮big mistake you downgrade over a supra😂😂..
Different strokes for different folks! I personally love them, but they're definitely not for everyone!
Traded my Supra for a widebody scat and ohhh boy I regret it 🥲🥲
Noooooo! The V8 is sweet, but personally if I were to do a sedan, I would get the Supra sedan, M340i or a C63/E63.