# New Toyota Supra (J29) **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Automotive\ **Created:** [February 17, 2006, 7:58am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735 "2006-02-17T07:58:48Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 10
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [June 19, 2018, 8:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/181 "2018-06-19T20:00:27Z")
> The Supra and new BMW Z4 will share a straight-six engine and gearbox, but they aren’t near-identical twins like the GT86 and Subaru BRZ. “Each company defined what we wanted and went from there,” explains Tada. “Both cars have completely different suspension and software calibration, for example.” > Tada insists the Supra “will be a pure sports car – practicality and comfort were almost not considered.” Its styling is partly shaped by the demands of GTE racing regulations, but it will still “look sexy”. > **[Hardcore Supra GRMN to lead Toyota sports car fightback](https://www.motoringresearch.com/car-news/supra-grmn-toyota-sports-car/)** > > We speak with Tetsuya Tada, chief engineer for the Toyota GT86 and forthcoming 2019 Supra, about sports cars and the Gazoo Racing sub-brand ---
**Author:** ![yamba6](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/yamba6/32/5161_2.png) [@yamba6](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/yamba6)\ **Post date:** [June 20, 2018, 12:42pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/182 "2018-06-20T12:42:50Z")
![image](https://cdck-file-uploads-canada1.s3.dualstack.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/2X/d/da8d242735854cccc055fa46d378170e86a2d671.jpg) So disappointed with the way it turned out from what they were showing as the concept. The concept was bad ass and something that would 100% sell itself just off being different and having a sleek design. I’m sure the new style will look nice, but just not the same head turner as the concept. ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [June 20, 2018, 1:12pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/183 "2018-06-20T13:12:45Z")
> [@yamba6](#): > > So disappointed with the way it turned out We haven’t really seen it yet. They’re expected to show it in October of this year. ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [June 26, 2018, 5:26pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/184 "2018-06-26T17:26:28Z")
> we learned the model will have a turbo inline-six, a hybrid variant, and a perfect 50:50 weight balance front to rear, as well as double the body rigidity of the Toyota 86. > **[Toyota Supra Will Drive Differently than BMW Z4, Chief Engineer Says](https://www.motortrend.com/news/toyota-supra-will-drive-differently-than-bmw-z4-chief-engineer-says/)** > > Tetsuya Tada, chief engineer of the Toyota Supra, hints at a possible GRMN version. ---
**Author:** ![HouseS2K](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/houses2k/32/100273_2.png) [@HouseS2K](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/HouseS2K)\ **Post date:** [June 26, 2018, 5:54pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/185 "2018-06-26T17:54:08Z")
Most likely powered by the B58 out of the x3/x4 M40i ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [July 5, 2018, 10:53pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/186 "2018-07-05T22:53:44Z")
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**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [July 6, 2018, 1:18pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/187 "2018-07-06T13:18:48Z")
Will be in NASCAR: > [https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/ifp698bslce4romcdz90.jpg(image larger than 10240KB)](https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/ifp698bslce4romcdz90.jpg) ![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/2X/3/32cf880db7be083769a429003e29b46c32adc669.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![seth13](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/seth13/32/8038_2.png) [@seth13](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/seth13)\ **Post date:** [July 6, 2018, 3:05pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/188 "2018-07-06T15:05:27Z")
BMW is participating in NASCAR?! ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [July 6, 2018, 5:20pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/189 "2018-07-06T17:20:53Z")
> [@seth13](#): > > BMW is participating in NASCAR?! I guess in a round about way they are, lol. ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [July 11, 2018, 12:33am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/190 "2018-07-11T00:33:51Z")
![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/2X/2/2f222d7d2207445b3d8e9b7f21da7a4511374bce.png) ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [July 12, 2018, 7:44pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/191 "2018-07-12T19:44:49Z")
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**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2018, 6:47pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/192 "2018-07-17T18:47:03Z")
Hummm… > Tada also elaborated, saying the four-cylinder Supra will be lighter, with “much better weight distribution” and a sharper-feeling turn-in. Tada also remarked that, for the Supra owners who plan to swap in a 2JZ engine, “please buy the four-cylinder. It will be cheaper.” > **[Toyota Will Build a Four-Cylinder Supra](https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/future-cars/a22173382/toyota-will-build-a-four-cylinder-supra/)** > > And the chief engineer says it's the perfect platform for your 2JZ swap. ---
**Author:** ![yamba6](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/yamba6/32/5161_2.png) [@yamba6](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/yamba6)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2018, 1:03pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/193 "2018-07-18T13:03:59Z")
Just getting annoyed seeing this thing popping up everywhere but yet they have it wrapped still. Just show the damn car already. ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2018, 1:35pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/194 "2018-07-18T13:35:33Z")
I have no idea what to expect, which is what makes this interesting. I hear both that it’s ugly and awesome looking, both limp like the 350z when it came out and yet somehow more of a GTR with supercar potential. 🤷‍♂️ ---
**Author:** ![POOPRA](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/poopra/32/7188_2.png) [@POOPRA](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/POOPRA)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2018, 5:14pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/195 "2018-07-18T17:14:03Z")
It looks small, yeah kinda like 350z size. Didnt expect that… ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2018, 1:50pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/196 "2018-07-20T13:50:57Z")
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**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [July 24, 2018, 2:57pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/197 "2018-07-24T14:57:30Z")
> We’ve learned a lot from BMW. The task list of each step in car making they expended on R&D was impressive. I almost started to think if they had an infinite budget funding to the task of design. Each step just much more extensive (and expensive) than what we would normally expend in different areas. Just astonishing. I started to doubt myself if this whole thing can be accomplished in a manner that can profit as a product sold as a Toyota. But then as development proceeded into next phases I was comforted when I saw there were later stages where Toyota would be the exact opposite, and BMW couldn’t believe how extensive some of our quality and efficiency studies were as parts came into shape one by one. We would take every bit down to a fastener or rivet, and put it through our stringent quality control and a dozen other testing, we’d ship thousands of parts back to Japan for analysis. That is normal to us. Each piece we test at our level, they were now the ones surprised. More interesting stuff: > **[Chief Engineer Tetsuya Tada, reveals the A90 Supra, from the perspective of a...](https://club4ag.com/chief-engineer-tetsuya-tada-reveals-the-a90-supra-through-a-viewpoint-of-joint-development-with-bmw/)** > > Chief Engineer Tetsuya Tada, reveals the A90 Supra, from the perspective of a joint development with BMW - Club4AG ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [July 24, 2018, 7:53pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/198 "2018-07-24T19:53:13Z")
[https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/d3tkplkcjh2zqlc3q7ry.jpg(image larger than 102400KB)](https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/d3tkplkcjh2zqlc3q7ry.jpg) [https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/alcgqv8nuxxyzpdnzpel.jpg(image larger than 102400KB)](https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/alcgqv8nuxxyzpdnzpel.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![yamba6](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/yamba6/32/5161_2.png) [@yamba6](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/yamba6)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2018, 8:55pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/199 "2018-07-25T20:55:11Z")
So its a hard top next generation Z4 badged as a Toyota. Can’t wait to finally be able to know what truly is made by Toyota and what is made by BMW. ---
**Author:** ![Wahoo](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/wahoo/32/8265_2.png) [@Wahoo](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Wahoo)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2018, 11:37pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735/200 "2018-07-25T23:37:59Z")
I do not like the looks, now the old supra will never come down in price lol [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735.md?page=9) [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-toyota-supra-j29/60735.md?page=11)