Gazoo Racing Subaru BRZ Race is Subtle, Track Ready: 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon
Though not as exciting as some of the other wild GT 86 and BRZ concepts that debuted today at the 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon, the Gazoo Racing Subaru BRZ Race concept does feature a track-ready motif for the everyday consumer.
Instead of going to extremes – as is the case with a lot of Tokyo Auto Salon show cars – the Gazoo Racing Subaru BRZ Race concept features a collection of modifications that any enthusiast could bolt on or have installed without breaking the bank.
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Though no engine modifications were done to the concept, it did shed the factory wheels for smaller and lighter 16-inch BBS wheels wrapped with 205/55/16 Dunlop rubber. While all those into the flushed stance craze would cringe at the sight of this BRZ, those that have experience on the track and autocrossing understand the reasoning behind the smaller, 16×6.5-inch wheel setup. A roll cage has been installed in the cabin for extra safety and to help stiffen up the chassis.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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