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Check Out Kuhl Racing’s Insane Custom Scion FR-S

Check Out Kuhl Racing’s Insane Custom Scion FR-S

Japan really knows how to make radically cool stuff. And no, we’re not just talking about the major auto manufacturers—we’re talking about the tuning houses, or in this case, Kuhl Racing specifically. You may have already seen their insane chrome-gold R35 Nissan GT-R or their pimped-out Toyota Prius and thought “What kind of a crazed […]

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What Was the Best Scion and Why Is It the FR-S?

What Was the Best Scion and Why Is It the FR-S?

As most of you probably know already, Scion is almost about to disappear. The brand will be brought back into the Toyota fold, and in the process, the tC will be discontinued and the FR-S, iA, iM, and upcoming C-HR will all be rebranded into Toyotas. We expect the updated models will lose a bit […]

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Two Modified Scion FR-S Found For Sale on eBay

Two Modified Scion FR-S Found For Sale on eBay

Time is running out for you to buy a brand-new Scion FR-S, since the sports car will become the Toyota 86 once Scion closes its doors for good this summer. But, thanks to the modern marvel that is eBay, there will always be modified FR-S models for sale long after the FR-S itself is gone. […]

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[VIDEO] Driving a Tiffany-Blue Rocket Bunny Scion FR-S

[VIDEO] Driving a Tiffany-Blue Rocket Bunny Scion FR-S

As sporty coupes go, the Scion FR-S is definitely one of the most budget-friendly, whether it’s being sold as a Scion, a Subaru BRZ, or a Toyota 86 (or GT86, depending on your country). While its long list of monikers might make it seem like a complicated car, the FR-S is actually quite simple—until you […]

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How Can You Tell that the 2017 Toyota 86 is No Longer a Scion FR-S?

How Can You Tell that the 2017 Toyota 86 is No Longer a Scion FR-S?

Starting with the 2017 model year, the sporty coupe formerly known as the Scion FR-S will move into Toyota’s lineup and take on the 86 moniker under which the car is sold in numerous other regions. We already know that the 2017 Toyota 86 has been significantly redesigned, with new LED headlamps and turn signals, […]

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Scion FR-S vs. Toyota 86: What’s Changing?

Scion FR-S vs. Toyota 86: What’s Changing?

Back in February, Toyota made the announcement that its youth-oriented brand, Scion, would shut its doors for good this August, taking with it 13 years of wild and wacky vehicles. One of the vehicles that will live on in Toyota’s lineup, the Scion FR-S, is being renamed the Toyota 86, which is the name the […]

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Scion’s NAIAS Display to Feature C-HR Concept, FR-S Release Series

Scion’s NAIAS Display to Feature C-HR Concept, FR-S Release Series

Scion had an exceptional year in 2015 with the release of two all-new models—the iA sedan and the iM hatchback. Both models quickly became firm favorites with Scion’s target market—Millennials. The iA in particular was lauded by numerous automotive publications, as well as being the only car in its segment named a Top Safety Pick+ by […]

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Rumor: 2017 Scion FR-S to Feature Electric Turbocharger

Rumor: 2017 Scion FR-S to Feature Electric Turbocharger

The Scion FR-S is due to receive a makeover for the 2017 model year, which should include a restyled grille and repositioned exhaust outlets. Until now, the assumption was that the coupe’s engine would remain untouched, but new reports suggest that the FR-S will receive additional power from a new electric turbocharger. The rumors stem […]

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Exclusive 2016 Scion FR-S Release Series 2.0 Exudes Luxury

Exclusive 2016 Scion FR-S Release Series 2.0 Exudes Luxury

Love the 2016 Scion FR-S but don’t like its available colors and interior options? The limited-edition FR-S Release Series 2.0 could be the coupe for you. Just 1,000 models are being produced, nudging the FR-S Release Series firmly into the “exclusive” category, so you likely won’t have to worry about accidentally buying the same car […]

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2017 Scion FR-S Displays Updated Styling

2017 Scion FR-S Displays Updated Styling

The Scion FR-S has a decent fan base here in the United States, as well as overseas where it’s better known as the Toyota GT86. The 2016 model recently became available for purchase, but what we’re really excited about is the refreshed 2017 model, which will take off the mask and reveal itself for all […]

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2016 Scion FR-S Overview

2016 Scion FR-S Overview

For 2016, Scion has updated the FR-S to try and combat lagging sales in recent months. The result is a better-than-ever coupe that still boasts a fabulously affordable price tag. Based on the Toyota 86, which is not available in the US, the Scion FR-S brings luxury, style, and power to its class, and offers […]

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Robert Walker to Return to Pikes Peak in Mackin FR-S

Robert Walker to Return to Pikes Peak in Mackin FR-S

After months of training and preparation, drivers are almost ready to take on the 93rd running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb—a challenging race that puts competitors’ skills to the max. The course winds along 12.5 miles of mountainous road on Colorado’s Pikes Peak, ending at the mountain’s summit which stands 14,110 feet above […]

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2015 Scion FR-S Overview

2015 Scion FR-S Overview

Some drivers don’t need a huge bulky vehicle. Some just need a little car that can get them far. For them, the 2015 Scion FR-S is a clear choice. Scion’s coupe has a number of unique features that make it shine. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2015 Scion FR-S? For 2015, the Scion FR-S […]

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2016 Scion FR-S Updates and Pricing

2016 Scion FR-S Updates and Pricing

Scion’s stylish rear-drive coupe is back, despite declining sales rates for the model. The MRSP this year has increased $405 to $25,305 (for manual), covering the cost of a few standard additions. Before the model goes on sale in June, find out its details below. If you’ve seen the 2015 FR-S, you’ve seen the 2016 […]

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Scion to Bring “Maximum Attack” FR-S to Chicago Auto Show

Scion to Bring “Maximum Attack” FR-S to Chicago Auto Show

It’s now just over a week until the media preview kicks off for the Chicago Auto Show (CAS), and we’re hearing tidbits here and there about what we can expect to see. While we don’t have all the details, we know that Scion will be bringing the winner of its 10th annual Tuner Challenge—the “Maximum […]

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2014 Subaru BRZ/Scion FR-S Earn IIHS Top Safety Pick

2014 Subaru BRZ/Scion FR-S Earn IIHS Top Safety Pick

A famed poet once said: “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” We can’t source it with any certainty, although historians claim it may have been a time-traveling David Lee Roth. In any case, the sentiment is translatable to the safety of the Toyota GT-86, otherwise known as the Subaru BRZ, otherwise […]

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Win a Blue Beauty of an FR-S in Beck/Arnley 100th Year Celebration Car Sweepstakes

Win a Blue Beauty of an FR-S in Beck/Arnley 100th Year Celebration Car Sweepstakes

Beck/Arnley is celebrating a century as the world’s foremost import auto parts supplier, and they’ve decided to give a little something back to the masses who have kept them running for 100 years. By entering the 100th Year Celebration Car Sweepstakes, you could wind up being the lucky winner of a one-of-a-kind 2014 Scion FR-S […]

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More Proof We Need a Supercharged FR-S

More Proof We Need a Supercharged FR-S

Fans of the Scion FR-S love pretty much everything about the lovable little sports car. We do stress, however, “pretty much everything.” One of the constant complaints about the FR-S is that it is seriously lacking in the power department. For the longest time, folks have been clamoring for a turbocharged or supercharged FR-S, but […]

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