2023 Toyota GR86 Premium Review - For The Love Of The Drive!

[@TheFalseProdigy]

You get more brownie points than literally every other car review channel for actually showing BOTH ends of the spectrum fitting in this car. 👏👏 even the best channels rarely show actual David’s and goliaths fitting in the car. Also that heartfelt ending was really good. Your channel is criminally underrated, and I hope that you find good ways to manage your anxiety, it’s never easy but with support from friends you can get through anything

[@abunova2718]

I second this. I have watched maybe 100 GR86/BRZ reviews and was not clear I fit in it as a 6’5 until I saw your video. Salute 🫡

[@SilverScarletSpider]

This dude is a hero

[@fretstain]

@@abunova2718 have they also become your comfort background noise videos? If I just want something nice playing in the background I'll usually throw on some gr86/brz videos

[@lambirging]

yes

[@DustinTavo]

I was gonna say moot point if talk fits but you were right. She barely makes it!

[@G3n3ralN0ns3ns3]

Stay strong Zack, appreciate you being open about your diagnosis. You can get through it. Glad you're growing with your love of cars. One love brother. Keep up the good work!

[@mkecarconnection3808]

Man it feels like the last time I noticed your sub count it was in the 50k’s and that feels like yesterday 😂. Your channel is growing and you deserve it. From reviewing the most bland everyday cars (which I adore) to cool cars, you knock it out of the park every single time. These little end pieces were you get a bit more personal is the reason you’re the only KZbin I have notifications on for. You actually connect to the people your make your content for. From opening up about your anxiety to your piece on your trip to St. Augustine, you remind me that you’re not just a celeb behind a screen but an actual normal person. Cheers from Wisconsin buddy. Hope to have something for you to review in the near future!!

[@antonkusal557]

hey Zack, first video of yours I have watched. i appreciate you talking about your anxiety so candidly. This is something many people suffer with in one way or another, but many of us feel alone and isolated in our struggles. Hearing from others and knowing that your anxiety in not strange, is not some defect or oddity, is important. You are using your platform well. Your video was informative, fair and entertaining, and I hope you continue to make many more reviews in the future. I think the comparison of a very short driver vs. a very tall driver is unique, and not something I have seen in other reviews. As my daily driver, the turn signal is infuriating - it is the only thing I wish I could change. You didn't touch on it, but unplugging the fake engine noise from behind/below the glove box is a nice daily driver enhancement, especially if you listen to podcasts or audio books in the car. Keep on keeping on my dude.

[@joeljames6295]

As a fellow owner. I can’t agree more to you on this. The car has almost became my therapy now.

[@speedfiend925]

Zack, I have struggled with anxiety for years basically since my 20s which have included multiple hospital stays. It got so bad back in 2019 that I ended up hospitalized about 5 different times. I realized at that point that I could no longer avoid dealing with this problem. I shared what I was going through with a female friend on Facebook and she asked if I had heard of CBD oil. A friend of hers happened to sell it and to say it was lifechanging would be an understatement. My anxiety and panic attacks are basically gone. I also decided my family should know about what I had been living with and if you have not told them yet I would encourage you to do so. For years I hid this condition out of embarrassment but as it turned out they were very understanding. I hope you find a way to cope with it like did.

[@hondahaney6404]

Try burning one

[@dractowry9809]

I am an owner of a 2015 Frs and your description of the emotion and the tranquility that our cars bring to anyone suffering with anything is so relatable and so comforting. I’m really glad that you could experience how those of us who daily drive these cars including myself, feel when driving a car that’s meant for real drivers. I hope you get through everything you’re going through. Thank you for your honest review.

[@casiopeaman]

Really appreciated the informal post-outro. Glad you're finding what works best to treat your anxiety and I hope you begin to feel better man. Your reviews are always a little highlight in my YT feed. Keep up the good work, Zack.

[@damilolaakanni]

15:07 not if you get the Morizo edition. The Morizo edition deletes the back seats, but for some weird reason, keeps the back doors.

[@casiopeaman]

It'd be fun if Toyota Dukes of Hazzard'd the Morizo by welding the doors shut lo

[@In-obscurity-n7j]

Thanks for the videos Zach. I viewed your Mazda with Realistic a few days ago. You reiterated about the plastic being soft on the instrument cluster. I had saw your original when you scratched it :( the point is I purchased a new car last year and because you said something I have been able to avoid scratches. So big thank you buddy. You Rock!!

[@dp01]

Matt at 6'5 inside that car looked like Bowser on top of a Mario Kart, what a beast. Very nice review and about the other stuff don't worry about it too much you have very pretty friends.

[@bakuganewsnet]

Kudos to you brother, you always provide amazing in-depth reviews of cars new and old, and I respect the hell out of you for that, there’s often times I learn about an obscure car and go right to your channel to find another great video. Thank you for being open and honest with your audience, it means a lot man, from one Zack to another, you are not alone, I have struggled with anxiety and depression for a greater part of my life, with this week being especially hard for me, so hearing you come out and express what you’ve been going through means a lot, just know you’re not alone in this struggle, I hope you can find ways to manage and control your anxiety, there’s usually no one surefire fix to it, but stay strong and look for the positives in life, no matter how small or how hard it is to find them sometimes. Keep up the great work brother, much love from 🇨🇦

[@gabegz7]

What you said at the end is exactly how I feel with my 2013 Si sedan, it’s my literal happy place and everything bad in my life fades away. I sat in a new BRZ 6MT at my job the other day and I love it, I really want to drive one so I can only imagine how it was for you with the GR. Keep up the good work brother🔥

[@hollybirge4087]

I also think that if Toyota had kept the Celica name, this would be the GR Celica

[@bricegraham8256]

Dude I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis with having anxiety. Thanks for sharing with us. I sheaded a tear cause I hurt and it kinda made me think of myself. Sometimes I wonder if I have anxiety cause sometimes when something big is about to happen I get rather nervous myself. Not so much so to where I throw up, but I still get pretty nervous like on my first day at the new shop this past Monday. I eas kinda nervous. However I was able to complete the jobs my boss gave me like I normally would be able too. I do hope things get better for you man. Honestly from watching you so much your one of my favorite KZbinrs as of late. Your very relatable and your videos feel very down to earth and funny too. I think your a great KZbinr and you seem like the kinda guy that if I ran into omyou out in the wild you'd dab me and and be a pretty chill dude to hang with. I wish the best to your future man, your a great guy.

[@Realistick]

Great video man, the 86 is even more of an emotion driven car than the Grrolla. I also wish you the best of luck with the diagnosis and I hope it leads to some problems being solved for you!

[@edgaryzen4925]

Interesting. Idk about you but Something tells me that cars have it own aesthetic image and “vibe”. Like, for example, if I truly want a Corolla/Civic with all the belts and whistles because I like reliability and technology, I learned that both are still labeled as appliance no matter what price point it gonna be. So yeah money can’t buy happiness.

[@Kacpa2]

My old 1990 Celica was such a car for me, always made it fun and lifted my spirits up. Even if i just drove it in traffic. I still miss that car, and her pop up headlights, squishy thin rim leather wheel. She had no radio, was a bit of a rusty lemon, but gave me lots of joy over 4 years i had her. Sadly had to sell her. Car i have now doesnt give me as much joy or connection. Small Fraction of it at best...

[@stms4411]

Didn’t think I’d be choked up during a car review. Thank you for sharing something so personal. I hope things improve for your health over time. You have a terrific world view! I loved the review and appreciate that you see the car I love for what it is. I own a 22 with a manual. Had owned two previous gen 1 BRZs. This is a significant step forward for what was already a great driver’s car. Thoroughly enjoyed seeing someone Matt’s size get in the car! The turn signal becomes second nature before long….I promise.

[@SilverScarletSpider]

you have no idea how happy you have made me this part week when i saw your toyota gr corolla and gr86 videos in my subscriptions and recommendations! i knew i would not regret following your mazda3 videos, and i’m glad i did. be well 👍

[@TarmenAmzarian]

Lovely review, and I'm so happy that you're not (too) afraid to share your struggles with all of us watching; it's relatable and will undoubtably offer much needed reflection to many people. Take care of yourself, stay healthy, and accept that progress is slow and never linear; you'll get there in the end: The better place.

[@SilverScarletSpider]

thank you for going in depth in showing how spacious the rear seats are because it so rare to see

[@samt6788]

Take care of yourself Zack! Love all that you do, you seem like a great friend to have.❤

[@SpaceCaptainDR]

I’m so excited, mine gets delivered in four weeks!

[@RohanSanjith]

Why no one buys the Subaru brz?

[@mikaseusshaklelord4781]

I feel what you said. I had a bad day. I Get in my miata, put the roof down, music played, and i started to smile again. By the way, it would be nice if you could insert a text for vmax in km/h and gasmileage in litre/100km for your european viewers.

[@ericc705]

Wow what a touching segment at the end! I totally agree! Manual cars that are not filtered with all the tech wizardries connect with the driver in ways that provide a very specific feeling of joy and therapy. They pull you in and you become one with the vehicle. Long live the manual. 💙

[@bhumiriady]

Great review of the GR86, Zack! Also, thanks for sharing your struggles with us and I wish you best of luck for your future, fella.

[@justinmwilcox]

What a lovely way to send us off. Thanks for your vulnerability and know this... No one is ever alone. Keep em coming.

[@mattm2339]

Life is made that much better by finding the joy in little things, everyday things, like walking up to a car you love. I'd try to find more of those little things, make your life that much better every day

[@Kommander-jb8zc]

Appreciate you calling it 8-6 an not “eighty six”. You are the man nice video and stay strong!

[@Andrew-zs5tc]

I have about 200 miles on my 2023 BRZ. I find the visibility to be good. Much better than most sports cars and about average for a typical sedan. I anticipated being frustrated with the turn signals. I was hoping they would have fixed it after the first year. I found them easy to adapt to. As a bigger person, I have no problem with the seats. Tough getting down into the car. Feels like you are sitting below ground level. The suspension is firmer than anyone who is looking for a "Sporty" car and not necessarily a "Sports Car" would be happy with but knowing that it is a true sports car it is perfect.

[@jde4866]

Loved your review, and man, I think I speak for everyone when I say I support you 100%. Keep on keeping on Zack!

[@jaiwalke]

Hey man that last part of this review will really stick with me long term, just was looking through to find a review and that touch of personality and your life really make me want to stay here thank you for the video, review and candidness.

[@inVINCEible64]

Wow, I rarely comment on KZbin videos, but this is a great video. Loved what you shared at the end. ✌🏼

[@Toyobru86]

Got this car….I’m 5’4”, wife 5’3” and two kids…..so if your family is all part of the short people club the back seats are functional.

[@MichaelPaxton-n9g]

Great job!! I had a 2014 BRZ for five years and am about to order on of these. You did a great job of pointing out all the outstanding ups and downs of owning this car. And your personal challenge comments were nicely done without initiating a pity party. I am your newest fan!! Thanks!!

[@Skubi1111]

Bro it was a really good review. Reminded me a lot of Jayemm on cars. You mentioned many important aspects that many other big channels never spoken of. Keep up the good work and stay strong fighting with your disease 💪❤ Subscribed ✌️

[@krustyk98]

If anyone wants to know, I am 5"8 and 300 lbs, I can easily fit but will say that the seats hit my thigh. Its not the end of the world but when you think that this car will be yours for the next few years or so, would you want to deal with that? nah I am good. Overall comfort for me is like 6.5/10. I sat in a 2023 GR86 Premium

[@allan010101]

❤ I normally don’t comment on videos however, with your final comment I felt I wanted to tell you about how much I and my wife enjoy the content of the channel. Your sense of humor and observations about the cars you review and the car history is appreciated. I and my wife suffer from anxiety and are fellow “pillow screamers “. Keep sending your videos one of these days I would like you to review my wife’s SVX’s. (We have four, one was a police car in Montana)

[@micahgao7203]

Damn this channels grown so much, keep up the good work man 👍

[@HighMessart]

DUDE!! i ddnt expect the korean drama levels of feels at the end!😭😭 im a grown azz man crying at work!! as a GR86 owner i say "hats off to you and stay strong bro" 💪💪

[@archlight007]

damn bro the ending was so good, i was thinking twice about buying a 86 but definitely getting my own now

[@HumorDash]

I own a 22 brz it's very comfy compared to my outgoing 2019 crosstrek. I have the automatic and it's very very fun to drive. Great fuel economy on the highway I found myself getting better gas millage than my crosstrek on usual trips. I also bought the limited trim and it has an amazing sound system. I brake a lot and it has prius brake pads so do what you will with that information you might want some better brake pads.

[@DeadHorizon117]

Thank you for sharing Zach, I also struggle with anxiety. Treatment is worth it and things do get better. It’s very difficult sometimes but I’m glad you are getting help! It’s worth it! Love the Handel and you’re videos too!

[@enekoprins]

Wow, that outro was not what I expected. First of all, good luck with your health. And second, it makes me feel very happy with my decision to order one of these cars.

[@unknOwN-nv9nu]

Stay strong brother ✊. Keep the content going and get yourself a GR86 treat yourself.

[@joshherter6198]

never thought a car review would make me cry, gonna buy one now lol

[@djomanchester]

Hey man, amazing car amazing review. Videos like this when add back story of the reviewer make it special. Look after yourself. My current car MX5 2 litre soft top. We've travelled together 100,000 miles on life's highways. I have now a deposit on, an order for silver manual GR86 over here in the UK. I'm looking forward to the next 100,000 miles full of smiles.

[@kameronmckinnon5527]

Anxiety if very hard to live with and I'm personally speaking from my experience but my other half has a worse go to a point were they suffered a Phantom stroke. Never be scared of who you are, but it's amazing how much something people call just a hunk of steel and rubber can clear your mind like a wave of relaxation

[@harris7963]

Damn you made me teary out of nowhere. Great review and take care!

[@danrobinson5519]

First time watching your videos… great job man! New subscriber, the end chocked me up. Good that you can share your story. Wish you all the best👍

[@DroptopMedia]

I bought one of these about a month ago and I was dying laughing at some of the points you hit on. The directionals piss me off, not enough flashes etc. The downshifting I agree is way smoother than the upshifting in this car but I thought maybe it was just me. This video nails it if you’re going to be buying one of these.

[@austen7110]

I'm 6'5" and its good to know that I will be able to fit in this car

[@HaggisNHorsepower]

As a person that struggles majorly with anxiety too, I feel you big time Zack. I know it’s easier said than done but I wish you the best on the road to a peaceful mind. Love the reviews, keep it up 👍🏻

[@pyrolusite]

Good review Zack! Take care of yourself....I always enjoy your car selections.

[@JustKicks786]

Great review, really love the silver! appreciate opening up as well. Goodluck!

[@Yaopyy]

this is such a good review man you put a lot of thought in your videos i’m enjoying it fr

[@mrdeeds72]

Thanks for peeling back the curtain. All the best!

[@Kacpa2]

Dont rear seats fold tho? You get extra room to use since only 2 people can seat comfortably in it, unless its someone really short or a child.

[@Kacpa2]

i dont get why they done this, these stocks look identical to ones i have used in my current XV(Crosstrek) and my parent's previous car Toyota Avensis wagon(european equivalent of Camry made till 2018) And it remained in the left and right indicator positions.

[@SilverScarletSpider]

19:40 If you want to buy a GR86, you can. Currently, there are dozens to hundreds of manual transmission Subaru BRZ’s that are being sold at MSRP or below MSRP. They are just sitting there unsold and rotting on dealership lots, just like the Manual Subaru WRX and Manual Acura Integra A-Spec. Which is interesting because the Honda Civic Si and Toyota GR86 are still going for above MSRP at some greedy dealers.

[@alexnguyen7609]

Much love and support ❤!

[@voltjutsu]

Get well soon, Sir! 🤝🚗

[@supereyes9468]

The last part is very touching..... thanks for sharing

[@Notadrianmonroy]

Sending ya nothing but love, Brotha!

[@pol.86]

sounds like you should buy one!

[@stephenjablonsky1941]

Being human is not always easy. When things get anxious remember to do some deep breathing. Keep things in perspective and learn to laugh at yourself because you are just one more goofball on the bus like the rest of us.

[@K2Q2_]

I didn't know the GR86 had turn signals like that. The Tesla Model 3 has the same problem and it's really annoying to cancel your signal. Don't know why Subaru/Toyota decided to make a turn signal like that.

[@iDaRkkO]

Am i the only one that teared up and looked at their car as he was talking about happiness?

[@Ki0skFromTwitch]

wow that ending! get better dude

[@GabrielCordero-b3b]

Great Review; because you are a great man. Thank you for your videos 👍

[@bwofficial1776]

Thanks for sharing your struggle with us. Best wishes for your future. Keep up the good fight. There's no reason for Toyota to have made this car, let alone the first generation, yet they did. I've always wanted one of these as a weekend car. It's too small and low-tech for me to be a daily driver. This is a car for blasting back roads without getting into trouble. Toyota has been using that cruise control stick for decades. The turn signal stick is dumb, even more so because it looks like the stick Toyota has also used for decades. No one likes the spring-loaded turn signals. The window switches and heated seat switches are from Subaru. I think I like the first gen's styling more. I don't see why Subaru is using Honda Civic taillights on their cars.

[@jundguy2003]

where can i find that intro? thats literally my car and i love it.

[@matts6551]

To be fair with the seats down you do have quite a bit of cargo room, enough where you can put four full size wheels in there

[@YSS013]

that turn signal frustration tho. lmao

[@fretstain]

I'm 100% planning to get the GR86 and put a roof rack. Although it looks like I'll have to get a seasucker roofrack because of the aluminum roof.

[@vincentblouin5882]

Wow the end was so great and cute!

[@patriciaKnightley]

Get well… know you are appreciated and your talent is tops

[@orlandoflores72]

Love this car. This is a two person car, I will use the back seat for groceries to😂

[@Ej6daniel]

I have the same turn signal issue with my 2005 audi a4 cabriolet. So annoying.

[@nerfherder33]

You're seriously upset about the turn signal being too fast? Who gives a rats ass if your signal isn't still going while you're changing lanes?

[@brianreardon7700]

And it only weighs 2800lbs

[@damilolaakanni]

4:59 BMW did this throughout the 2010s, hence the joke that BMW drivers don't use their turn signals or don't know what it is. Even Lexus tried it with the most recent GS and LC. If you're using it for the first time it's going to be annoying and frustrating.

[@curtisingram7]

That outro. Great review

[@jlang8213]

The rear looks more like a Honda. My fusion has that same type of turn signal. While I have largely gotten use to them over the past 9 years, I still hate them.

[@hoomanAdnan]

Great review brother! 🏆 ❤️ From Bangladesh 🇧🇩

[@Foxtrot_Woof]

Biggest problem, YOU STILL CAN"T GET ONE! Every dealer I went to had none on the lot. The waiting list was 3-4 people deep and 6-9 months. You didn't get to order, you only got first refusal on what came in. The few lots that actually had inventory, tried to rip you off. ATL Toyota for example, (just 3 weeks ago 7/24/23) 2023 white GR86 Premium on the lot, Toyota website shows MSRP as $31,300k. They raised the MSRP to $34,500 on the paperwork and then added mandatory $7k paint protection film. Made the out the door price $44,500 after taxes and fees. I've wanted one of these for the last 2+ years, finally said screw it and went and bought a loaded Grand Touring MX-5 soft top. Toyota and their dealers can go take a flying %&*@!

[@wigletron2846]

Lol i tried getting a kia forte gt in manual. Literally 0 on lots in my entire state. Have to order, long wait, dealer markups. No thanks.

[@SkaterJay789]

These style reviews are great

[@djs134]

Would of loved a large moon roof or a targa top

[@MrNorotic]

Have to disagree with what was mentioned about visibility. I feel like i have the same amount of visibility you'd get from a corolla. Definitely better than any crossover i've sat in.

[@hondahaney6404]

Silver looks good

[@SeanLe-q5l]

10/10 video

[@johnball8758]

I love this car, but I loved the last generations' outside looks better. I especially don't like the trunk wing-hump, and I miss the last gens unique tail lights. My other pet peeve is black is the only interior color. Why not a mediun grey? Still, the best looking sports car on the market.

[@Dankcatvacs]

Ya know how you fix the rpm at cruise? Bigger tires🎉 Personally 3k is fine my car is 3100 155 60 r13 at 60 in 5th

[@rodneywk1]

Let’s speed into a turn potentially plowing into a bunch of motorists at an intersection.. go car!

[@Funnytv]

cool review and style

[@7asan3bdullah]

Nice bro ❤

[@James-mw6se]

Wow that's is cool car looks good

[@MTE-72]

IIRC the BRZ includes a lot of the safety features that the GR86 doesn't have. So if one wants the safety features, the Subie twin is the better option for them. Edit: only the automatic offers the additional safety equipment

[@deej628]

Wrong.

[@harris7963]

The safety features are only available for the automatic models

[@MTE-72]

@@harris7963 thank you for the info I'll edit my comment accordingly

[@dan-othemando7958]

Lovin These Videos.

[@treedeblue]

Hey man look into taking a high quality magnesium daily supplement , it really helped curb my anxiety by a good amount!