{"id":175096,"date":"2025-09-28T10:09:11","date_gmt":"2025-09-28T10:09:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/175096\/"},"modified":"2025-09-28T10:09:11","modified_gmt":"2025-09-28T10:09:11","slug":"how-expensive-can-they-get","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/175096\/","title":{"rendered":"How Expensive Can They Get?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Car people love to argue about value. So when man deemed a 2026 Toyota GR Supra \u201cthe most expensive Supra ever built,\u201d the comments filled with Corvette comparisons, Porsche alternatives, and a whole lot of skepticism.<\/p>\n<p>Auto reviewer Omar (@omardrives) isn\u2019t shy about his feelings on the price point and other details on the Toyota GR Supra MkV Final Edition. The MkV Final Edition starts at $68,550. Omar says the one he features cost $72,000.<\/p>\n<p>Omar says, \u201cUnder the hood, it&#8217;s still rocking the BMW turbocharged inline-six, making 382 horsepower. Zero to 60 comes in 3.9 seconds, and a limited 1,300 units can be had in matte black or this matte white.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>When Omar walks around the car in the TikTok video, he points out red seatbelts, GR logos stitched into the headrests, wind-buffeting deflectors, and subtle aero bits. He teases that the horn \u201cstill has a horn sound that&#8217;ll scare absolutely no one,\u201d a humorous lowlight after the visual show.<\/p>\n<p>                            <a href=\"http:\/\/www.motor1.com\/photos\/902459\/2026-toyota-supra-mkv-final-edition\/#8081630_2026-toyota-supra-mkv-final-edition\" class=\"msnt-photo-thumb-gallery-main-photo-box\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/16x9-tr.png\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"2026 Toyota Supra MkV Final Edition\" width=\"16\" height=\"9\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                            <\/a><\/p>\n<p>                                    21                                <\/p>\n<p>\n                            Source: Toyota                        <\/p>\n<p>He then revs the exhaust, praises its tone, and mentions upgraded brake and styling options tied to a GT4-inspired pack. The video has garnered more than 57,000 views, largely because it combines enthusiast-level detail with social media snark.<\/p>\n<p>The claim that this is the \u201cmost expensive Supra ever built\u201d is provocative. Toyota has rolled out numerous special-edition Supras over the years, but the Final Edition is arguably the most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edmunds.com\/car-news\/2026-toyota-supra-final-edition-first-drive-review.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">visibly distinct<\/a> and limited incarnation so far. That said, \u201cmost expensive\u201d is relative, depending on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.performancetoyotastore.com\/blog\/2026-toyota-gr-supra-review\/#:~:text=The%20Power%20that%20Defines%20a,8.8%2Dinch%20touchscreen%20infotainment%20system.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">optional packages<\/a>, regional pricing, and aftermarket valuations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"infobox--subheadline\">Viral bits from across the social media landscape<\/p>\n<p>Our team of experts tracks what&#8217;s trending so you don&#8217;t have to\u2014from viral videos to online debates that have everyone talking.<\/p>\n<p>While Omar highlights features in the video, a deeper dive reveals just how much of this car is cosmetic, limited-run polish, and underlying engineering tweaks. According to Autoweek\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autoweek.com\/news\/a67954667\/2026-toyota-supra-final-edition-mkv-drive-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">early review<\/a>, key upgrades include larger front brake rotors (14.7-inch Brembo discs), stiffer suspension tuning, revised chassis bracing, and aerodynamic enhancements (carbon-fiber ducktail, arch flaps, spats) to better balance downforce.<\/p>\n<p>Toyota\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.toyota.com\/grsupra\/features\/mpg_other_price\/2372\/2374\/2376\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">feature pages<\/a> confirm the standard GR Supra 3.0 (non\u2013Final Edition) carries 382 hp from a 3.0L twin-scroll turbo inline-six, and offers the same 0\u201360 mph time of 3.9 seconds (automatic).<\/p>\n<p>Visually and materially, the Final Edition leans into exclusivity: red-accented shifter rings, braided GR cupholder covers, red seatbelts, gloss carbon mirror caps, and bespoke wheels. The matte black\/white color choices further emphasize its limited-run nature. Toyota hasn\u2019t publicly broken down the exact cost to add all of these, but they clearly contribute to the premium over a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edmunds.com\/car-news\/2026-toyota-supra-final-edition-first-drive-review.html#:~:text=At%20$69%2C745%20including%20destination%2C%20the,camber%2C%20which%20improves%20cornering%20grip.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">base Supra<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Toyota intends to cap <a href=\"https:\/\/www.caranddriver.com\/news\/a64387281\/2026-toyota-gr-supra-mkv-final-edition-revealed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">global output<\/a> at 1,300 units, further underscoring that this isn\u2019t just a trim option, but a sendoff edition.<\/p>\n<p>Performance &amp; the BMW Question<\/p>\n<p>Omar is blunt: the engine and powertrain remain BMW-derived. That\u2019s a sticking point among many Supra purists. In the comments, one viewer shoots back: \u201c72k for a [BMW] B58. I could do better.\u201d Another: \u201cStill BMW.\u201d A counterpoint emerges in other replies: \u201cI have one and love the fact that it\u2019s a BMW.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This duality has defined the MkV Supra era. The B58 3.0L turbo-six <a href=\"http:\/\/autonationtoyotacerritos.com\/research\/toyota-gr-supra.htm#:~:text=The%202025%20Toyota%20GR%20Supra%20is%20engineered%20for%20thrilling%20performance,shifting%208-speed%20automatic%20transmission.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">continues to produce<\/a> 368 lb-ft of torque, and the unchanged power figure of 382 hp mirrors that of earlier GR Supra 3.0 models. A <a href=\"https:\/\/pressroom.toyota.com\/take-one-last-lap-in-the-toyota-gr-supra-mkv-final-edition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">manual version<\/a> is rated to hit 0\u201360 in 4.2 seconds, while the automatic remains pegged at 3.9 seconds. In other words, you\u2019re not paying for extra speed so much as for exclusivity, trim, and collectibility.<\/p>\n<p>Omar and others also speculate that the MkVI Supra might move to all-Toyota or in-house architecture, a change that would alter the narrative entirely. The potential departure from BMW components has become a frequent topic of discussion among fans, especially in comment threads like those associated with the video.<\/p>\n<p> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sizer\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAYAAAA7KqwyAAAAGXRFWHRTb2Z0d2FyZQBBZG9iZSBJbWFnZVJlYWR5ccllPAAAABpJREFUeNpi\/P\/\/PwMlgImBQjBqwLAwACDAAOVfAw9\/ZDvcAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\" alt=\"\"\/> <\/p>\n<p>BEST FULL EXHAUST for the MK5 Toyota Supra!<\/p>\n<p>Is $72,000 Justified?<\/p>\n<p>The pricing is where the room for debate opens wide. To many viewers, $72K for a Supra that doesn\u2019t improve performance over its standard sibling is steep. One user quipped, \u201cSomebody wasted 72k lol.\u201d Another referenced nostalgia: \u201cI found an R34 for $80K. So I\u2019ll pass.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In context, $72,000 puts this Supra in rarefied territory. You could spend a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/Supra\/comments\/1hj0nrp\/2025_supra_vs_base_cayman\/#:~:text=Owned%20a%20Boxster%20Spyder%20and,experienced%20in%20the%20Cayman%20S.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">similar amount<\/a> on a base Porsche 718 Cayman, a lightly used C8 Corvette, or even a BMW M2, all of which offer unique performance or brand cachet.<\/p>\n<p>In forums, <a href=\"https:\/\/grassrootsmotorsports.com\/news\/would-you-pay-90000-plus-for-a-toyota-gr-supra-final-edition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">critics argue<\/a> the premium is too steep; in one write-up, a commenter argued that even at $70K the car \u201cisn\u2019t worth\u201d that much. Others caution about depreciation: \u201cIt will be 55K on used lots \u2026 I did this mistake on my A91 edition.\u201d One user from Australia noted that, because orders have already ended Down Under, prices on the Final Edition are rising.<\/p>\n<p>That said, for a subset of buyers, the Final Edition might check a box they value: exclusivity, sendoff appeal, and badge-bragging rights. Toyota\u2019s announcement that this is the final MkV helps lean into that <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/motors\/toyota-gr-supra-mkv-final-edition-reveal#:~:text=The%20ducktail%20rear%20spoiler%20and,make%20the%20car%20look%20better.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">emotional narrative<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>As the last hurrah for the MkV Supra, the Final Edition is a bittersweet sendoff. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motor1.com\/news\/755575\/toyota-supra-final-edition-usa\/\" data-inline-widget=\"internal-links\" data-type-id=\"0\" data-params=\"%7B%22article_edition_id%22%3A%22755575%22%2C%22section%22%3A%221%22%2C%22alias%22%3A%22toyota-supra-final-edition-usa%22%7D\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">MkV<\/a> launched in 2019, reviving the Supra name after a long hiatus, and its production is set to end mid-2026. Its legacy has always <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/cars\/comments\/119u770\/global_marketing_professor_why_toyotas_new_supra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">been controversial<\/a> because it straddles Toyota heritage and BMW collaboration.<\/p>\n<p>The TikTok clip doesn\u2019t shy from that tension. Omar enjoys pointing out styling flourishes while also poking fun at the weak horn. The comment section follows in kind: skepticism, hope, criticism, and defense all swirl together. It\u2019s not uncommon for simply showing a car to become a meta commentary on what enthusiasts care about.<\/p>\n<p>Whether the Final Edition secures the MkV\u2019s place in the Supra pantheon is still up for debate. But one thing is certain: at $72,000, Toyota is selling a story, a moment, and a collector gamble. For some, that\u2019s worth every dollar. For others, the horn joke says all you need to know.<\/p>\n<p>Motor1 reached out to Omar via direct message. We\u2019ll be sure to update this if he responds.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Car people love to argue about value. 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