Seems this GRC's current demand is riding high on Hype. Unlike say the Type R or Golf R which has history and performance numbers from the past to tell us how it really is.
If we look past the hype itself, and other than the numbers which are available. This car is basically the similar packaging of older performance models like the Sti and Evo with updated econobox chassis and safety technology using an existing powertrain and Awd system from GYR.
It does not change to me the fact that it has limitations because of its roots. Unlike the GYR this is mostly a parts bin car. So while I love it, I think most of us have to accept that the most bespoke aspect of this car is the badging and body pieces which is not the same as when GYR was released as a bespoke design.
In a year or so once the initial hype dies down, we can revisit this and really put some perspective on whether this car is worth the output of money and stress some are going to be making.
If we look past the hype itself, and other than the numbers which are available. This car is basically the similar packaging of older performance models like the Sti and Evo with updated econobox chassis and safety technology using an existing powertrain and Awd system from GYR.
It does not change to me the fact that it has limitations because of its roots. Unlike the GYR this is mostly a parts bin car. So while I love it, I think most of us have to accept that the most bespoke aspect of this car is the badging and body pieces which is not the same as when GYR was released as a bespoke design.
In a year or so once the initial hype dies down, we can revisit this and really put some perspective on whether this car is worth the output of money and stress some are going to be making.