GT86/BRZ Prices
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Just currently in the early stages of hunting for 'preferably' a Subaru BRZ of the 86 twins. I just prefer the look of them over the GT86. Im not sure if this has always been the case but im finding the prices of these really sporadic. It either seems to be £10-12k then a jump to about £19-24k with not lots of choice inbetween. Im going in hoping to spend not much north of £15k for a lowish-average mileage manual. BRZ's do seem to be rarer however.
The facelift ones of course demand a premium, im still deciding if its worth it but there seems to be only a choice of very low mileage examples commanding strong prices or pretty high mileage ones sitting around the £10k mark. There seems to be a bit of aa blackspot with average mileage examples aswell.
The other caveat im coming across is a good selection of them seem to be modded - some better than others. The below being a prime example....
Aside from the questionable stuck on bits this is basically what im after but is it too much to expect completely stock examples of these cars?
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202509036...
The main thing I am finding is that there is not a major difference in price between cars for anything pre facelift but a large jump anything post 2017 with low miles. Where is the sweet spot with these cars where you start overpaying - im aware 2013 cars had the valve spring recall.
The facelift ones of course demand a premium, im still deciding if its worth it but there seems to be only a choice of very low mileage examples commanding strong prices or pretty high mileage ones sitting around the £10k mark. There seems to be a bit of aa blackspot with average mileage examples aswell.
The other caveat im coming across is a good selection of them seem to be modded - some better than others. The below being a prime example....
Aside from the questionable stuck on bits this is basically what im after but is it too much to expect completely stock examples of these cars?
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202509036...
The main thing I am finding is that there is not a major difference in price between cars for anything pre facelift but a large jump anything post 2017 with low miles. Where is the sweet spot with these cars where you start overpaying - im aware 2013 cars had the valve spring recall.
Edited by E82_125i on Tuesday 9th September 22:11
Difficult to find a standard BRZ/GT86 with reasonable mileage for a decent price, and BRZs tend to go for more due to their relative ‘rarity’ compared to the GT86 - that’s what I found when I was looking for mine, anyway.
I think they wear the miles well on the whole - mine certainly did - just make sure that any early ones have had the recall done, as you said.
The used market’s all over the place in terms of what sellers are wanting anyway, and that’s for standard, unmodified cars, never mind a model that was always ripe for bolt-ons and personalisation.
I think they wear the miles well on the whole - mine certainly did - just make sure that any early ones have had the recall done, as you said.
The used market’s all over the place in terms of what sellers are wanting anyway, and that’s for standard, unmodified cars, never mind a model that was always ripe for bolt-ons and personalisation.
I bought a standard(ish) - looks stock, has an aftermarket exhaust manifold and a remap - 54k 2013 GT86 last February. It cost me just under £11k. I've kind of kept half an eye on prices since, and it feels like no one really knows what to ask, with prices all over the place. 
The higher price ones did tend to hang around for longer, with good cars in the £10-£12k bracket getting snapped up fairly quickly. I imagine the lower priced cars are the sellers who are motivated to sell, and the higher priced cars are those chancing their arm or not in a rush to sell.
I also noticed the BRZs seemed to attract a premium ... and seeing as I was happy with either, it made no sense for me to pay more money for what (to me) felt like 'the same' car.
Good luck with your search. I'm sure a few cheeky offers, and keeping an eye on cars for ones that have recently dropped in price, will see you in what you're looking for soon enough.
The higher price ones did tend to hang around for longer, with good cars in the £10-£12k bracket getting snapped up fairly quickly. I imagine the lower priced cars are the sellers who are motivated to sell, and the higher priced cars are those chancing their arm or not in a rush to sell.I also noticed the BRZs seemed to attract a premium ... and seeing as I was happy with either, it made no sense for me to pay more money for what (to me) felt like 'the same' car.
Good luck with your search. I'm sure a few cheeky offers, and keeping an eye on cars for ones that have recently dropped in price, will see you in what you're looking for soon enough.
Yes i thought i chance things with the BRZ as you dont see many about, i prefer the colours they come in too.
Well maybe i shouldnt be too hung up on mods as it does appear that a good chunk of them have at least a few aesthetic mods. I definitely think a manual is a must on these as the gearchange is spot on!
Having another glance today theres some really early cars going for nearly the same amount as later gen 1 cars just because of the mileage (even the infamous recall year ones) autos also still command decent prices.
Im trying to keep things below £15k for now unless a good facelift one pops up - however there doesn’t seem to be a plethora of GT86/BRZ facelifts available so maybe people keep hold of them?
Well maybe i shouldnt be too hung up on mods as it does appear that a good chunk of them have at least a few aesthetic mods. I definitely think a manual is a must on these as the gearchange is spot on!
Having another glance today theres some really early cars going for nearly the same amount as later gen 1 cars just because of the mileage (even the infamous recall year ones) autos also still command decent prices.
Im trying to keep things below £15k for now unless a good facelift one pops up - however there doesn’t seem to be a plethora of GT86/BRZ facelifts available so maybe people keep hold of them?
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