What to name the FT-86?

[toyotaholic]

Some reports are indicating that Toyota will revive the Celica nameplate, a name which still carries a certain following among Japanese sportscar fans even though it hasn't been used in four years. Other reports are suggest that when the production FT-86 reaches American shores, it will act as a replacement for the current Scion tC. Both the models, in their last iterations, were front-drive models, but that may not be a factor in determining the vehicle's name.

What would you guys prefer? I'd say take it old school and have it under the Corolla lineup

[CharmCityES]

just call it the FT-86 or celica...
it could be a resurected celica IMO, but nothing else.
its not part of the corolla line and it shares nothing in common with any corolla


and it shouldent be the next tC. i wont buy it if toyota brands it as a scion.

[the_professional]

either FT-86 or Celica.

It wouldnt be a corolla because it just doesnt fit into their current line up, and shares no resemblance to the corolla.

It may be a Celica, because the FT-86 does fit the Celica line for the most extent, RWD (the celica once was) and a potent 4 banger. & although the celica is "dead", I do not see that as going against it. Why not revive the Celica branding. It's only been 4 years since it was "killed", and numerous automakers have revived lines such as the Impala, Challenger, Charger, Camaro, to good, moderate sucess. The Celica is still revered in many terms.

& over my dead body will it be a tC. Scion is subpar quality, fake performance. Its got to be a Toyota, or nothing. & I think Mr. Toyoda sees that. Its branded as a Toyota, and if he wants it to be a real sports car, and a real competitor then he wont shovel it off to toyota's secondary "youth" brand. Because no one relates Scion to performance, its related to as a either "tricked" out, or chicks car. No true performance oriented person would call any scion a performance vehicle. & also mind you scion is NOT worldwide, and this is a vehicle that would be sold world wide, and to simplify things, I'm sure it would stay a toyota. & also mind you the tC is based on the Toyota Avensis, a four door sedan sold abroad, not a 2 door. The tC will probably be based on the new generation Avensis, as that formula worked, and bring a real performance car, onto a real, noted brand.

Final conclusion, the Celica moniker would suit best for it is a name branded into the minds of performance seekers world wide, as the Celica is a vechicle that was sold world wide, and had a good sport reputation well into the 1990's.

[xpeed]

It'll be a new name. I doubt Toyota will resurrect an old name for a whole new car, plus Celicas were never RWD platform except for the first two gens.

[Christian87N]

There should be an option for Toyota Levin. I would change my decision from Corolla to Levin in a heartbeat. haha

[84Cressida]

Originally Posted by xpeed

It'll be a new name. I doubt Toyota will resurrect an old name for a whole new car, plus Celicas were never RWD platform except for the first two gens.

The MR2 name in America was dead for 5 years when they brought it back as the Spyder. And like stated above, many times have names been brought back from the dead. Now, all they need to do is bring back a RWD sedan with a high performance 6 cylinder and slap a "Cressida" badge on it

[Jegan_V]

Originally Posted by xpeed

It'll be a new name. I doubt Toyota will resurrect an old name for a whole new car, plus Celicas were never RWD platform except for the first two gens.

First three gens actually, technically the Celica evolved into the Supra both being of the A-chassis while the 4th gen Celica was the first to separate the relationship using the T-chassis code and FWD. However I do agree, Toyota has never adopted the practice of reviving names of cars they retire. In the case of the 2nd gen MR2 that was in production until 1999 meaning while the car stopped sales in most markets it never really disappeared.

I'd choose none of the above if that was an option. This car in my mind is too different and shares nothing in common with any of the cars from the past. Perhaps if this was a 100% Toyota vehicle the argument could be made it was a spiritual successor to the original Celicas. This car has charted a new path, so I'd prefer a new name.

[Uzzy]

Originally Posted by xpeed

It'll be a new name. I doubt Toyota will resurrect an old name for a whole new car, plus Celicas were never RWD platform except for the first two gens.

Well then that's not never. Those Celica Supras were nice. Out of those 3, I'd say Celica I guess. But I agree it probably won't be a resurrected name.

[angel_rolla]

i'll call it IScoupe.. heheheh..

[PhatRoyale]

If I had to choose.... probably Corolla GT-S.

Pay homage to the old schoolers.

[Camread]

Originally Posted by xpeed

It'll be a new name. I doubt Toyota will resurrect an old name for a whole new car.

You may be right. just take a look at the Venza as an example....

[the_professional]

Originally Posted by xpeed

It'll be a new name. I doubt Toyota will resurrect an old name for a whole new car, plus Celicas were never RWD platform except for the first two gens.

never & except in the same sentence.
still was RWD... so much so that it was RWD nearly half the lifetime of the vehicle.

& wasnt it three generations?
& also AWD. The Celica was quite the legendary vehicle.

EDIT: nvm, I just noticed someone else said 3 generations. sorry.

[IronNam]

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Celica. 1st gens ftmfw

f*ck new corolla idea

[ECHOKnight2000]

Yeah at this point I wouldn't associate with the Corolla. not only does it not connect at all with the current boringolla its RWD. Also what enthusiast would want to drive a car that's part of the Corolla lineup. It would just be another trim line and not a separate respectable sports car.

So maybe Celica. I remember reading a little while ago Toyota wanted to resurrect the Celica. We'll see. I'm sure Toyota will have different names or some alterations for the different markets.

I think FT-86 works.

Also remember reports that Toyota will sell its version in Japan only. Is that still true or was that just a rumor? Oh yeah, selling it as a Scion would defeat the whole purpose of a Toyota branded sports car. Scion should have their own credible sports or sporty car then Toyota has their actual sports car.

[Uzzy]

Call me crazy but why is Corolla even on the table?

What does this have to do with the Corolla? Does it share a platform? Or is it just to count toward Corolla sales? Corolla, Matrix, FT-86. Maybe Toyota will take the Vibe back and add those to it too.

I just don't know why it was in the running unless it might replace the current Corolla. I don't see that happening.