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James Johnson
DieHard
Victoria
JZZ30

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Wednesday, January 10, 2007 - 05:52 pm, by:  James Johnson (Jamesy) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

looks to be one sexy lexus!!!


2008 Lexus IS-F
By Stuart Fowle

The speculation and hearsay is finally over. Lexus, having failed to match the basic BMW 3-series with the IS, is going straight for the big dog M3 with its new IS-F. Under the massively bulged hood you see here is a 5.0-liter beast of a V-8 engine putting out over 400 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. Behind big nineteen-inch BBS front wheels lie six-pot aluminum Brembo calipers--the first ever with "Lexus" written across them--squeezing down on 14.2-inch perforated discs that hope to also clamp down on the lips of Lexus-doubters.

The IS-F borrows its far-beyond-necessity eight-speed transmission from the LS, but unlike in the LS, gearbox can be controlled via wheel-mounted paddles. Lexus claims that upshifts are popped off in a tenth of a second, and downshifts are met with automated blips of the throttle to match engine revs.

The IS-F rides up to an inch lower than other IS models, and is wider overall thanks to flared wheel surrounds and ridiculous brake vents behind the front wheels. At the rear, the IS-F is distinguished by unique, stacked quad exhaust outlets. Aluminum trim and sport seats--finished in black or white leather--define the interior, along with a special button for a new three-mode version of VDIM, Lexus's stability control system. Like similar systems from BMW and Cadillac, the driver can chose from a full-on stability mode, a sport mode that allows for some hoonery, and a full off mode that opens the flood gate for full drift action.

And full-on drifts won't be a problem with all that power. Lexus estimates a 0-60 mph time of less than 4.9 seconds for the IS-F, which is the first Lexus "F" cars. "F" will be the designation for sporty Lexus cars, much like "M" is to BMW, "AMG" to Mercedes, and "S" and "RS" are to Audi.

Lexus general manager Bob Carter says that "the intent of creating the IS-F was not to be a competitor to other performance-sport sedans. Rather, the goal was to create a true performance sedan in a uniquely Lexus way-one that is totally authentic with a unique interpretation of raw driving thrill at all speeds and provides a whole new definition of 'usable power.'" We hope that this unique interpretation is something brand new, because the Lexus experience we think of leans toward the numb, soulless side of the scale. With the debut of the IS-F, the task of creating a real performer appears to be complete for Lexus engineers. But now the real test begins. Can the fusing of the words "Lexus" and "performance" capture the hearts of the enthusiasts who matter? We'll find out when the IS-F arrives at dealerships in early 2008 (US).

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Callum Finch
Goo Roo
WA
Soarer TT & Corolla

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Wednesday, January 10, 2007 - 06:20 pm, by:  Callum Finch (Sigeneat) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Looks like a beamer =P
Leon Wright
TryHard
WA
V8 UZZ31

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Thursday, January 11, 2007 - 01:06 pm, by:  Leon Wright (Techman) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I think I just made a mess of myself
Phil Gibson
DieHard
WA
'94 black/black UZZ31

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Thursday, January 11, 2007 - 01:14 pm, by:  Phil Gibson (Sciflyer) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

sif any BMW lately looks as good as that :p
Daniel Clarke
Goo Roo
NSW
TT 2.5L 6 cylinder

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Thursday, January 11, 2007 - 10:29 pm, by:  Daniel Clarke (Dieseltrain) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

WOW, that is unbeleivably beautiful to look at. If i win lotto, i want one of them!

And SCrew BMW and Merc, they Suxxor. Ask he M3 and SLk 500 i seen today. Hahaha
Mike Beck
DieHard
Ellerslie
Soarer 4.0GT

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Friday, January 12, 2007 - 05:45 am, by:  Mike Beck (Gold_40gt) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Nice, I think if Lexus stays on the right track they will be (already are :-)) the best luxury car makers in the world - period.

The main thing is the fact they are so much more interesting inside & out compared to a Euro Luxury car, generally cheaper, you get more for your dollar and they are much more reliable! :-)

Oh and..... WOW! 14.2" 6 Pot brakes!
Avin Luther
Goo Roo
vic
Soarer uzz31 Limited

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Friday, January 12, 2007 - 12:06 pm, by:  Avin Luther (Lex_luther) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Looks like someone crashed the old is into a 3 series. i dont like the look of it.

if you are going ot compete with Crap, eg the 3 series, dont mimic it!
James Johnson
DieHard
Victoria
JZZ30

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Friday, January 12, 2007 - 12:23 pm, by:  James Johnson (Jamesy) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

i would say its more after the M5?? i guess
Avin Luther
Goo Roo
vic
Soarer uzz31 Limited

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Friday, January 12, 2007 - 01:02 pm, by:  Avin Luther (Lex_luther) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

looks like it would be defectable straight off the showroom floor too.
Couldnt fit widre rims at that ride height!
Don Bagnall
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New Zealand
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Friday, January 12, 2007 - 05:01 pm, by:  Don Bagnall (Baggs) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Dosen't do much for me!
Callum Finch
Goo Roo
WA
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Friday, January 12, 2007 - 10:24 pm, by:  Callum Finch (Sigeneat) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I'm with Don, its a dated look imo.
Hugh Jorgan
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Vic
Soarer TT

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Saturday, January 13, 2007 - 09:12 am, by:  Hugh Jorgan (Soulfire) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I'm definitely a fan of it, but it's just an IS front end on a BMW shell.
Hesham Hammoudah
TryHard
Victoria
JZZ30 GT-L factory manual

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Wednesday, January 24, 2007 - 09:42 pm, by:  Hesham Hammoudah (Iverson) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

ive got a shtiffy, love the blue dash
Katrina Bruns
DieHard
SD
Cobalt LS 2.2 L

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Thursday, January 25, 2007 - 02:02 pm, by:  Katrina Bruns (Katrina) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Oh my god!!!! I want one!!!!!!!
Brett Moloney
TryHard
Queensland
UZZ31

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Thursday, January 25, 2007 - 04:57 pm, by:  Brett Moloney (Lxsv8) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I want one too!! - just think of how many of the fantastic 91 model soarers I could buy after I trade it in!
Don Bagnall
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New Zealand
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Thursday, January 25, 2007 - 06:05 pm, by:  Don Bagnall (Baggs) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I DON'T want one!

(Does this mean I'm boring/Old!)

Luke Barnes
Tinkerer
Queensland
GT Limited V8 UZZ31

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Thursday, January 25, 2007 - 07:03 pm, by:  Luke Barnes (Noddy) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

*grabs a hand full of tissues* I'll be back to comment....

*comes back* Thats awesome.... i'm out of tissues.....

*looks for gym sock*
Richard Crockett
TryHard
NSW
UZZ30 & UZZ31

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Friday, January 26, 2007 - 09:13 am, by:  Richard Crockett (Crock) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Don - you don't HONESTLY expect anyone to answer that, do you?????????????

But I will---- Ya not boring OR old........YA BOTH!!!!

HAPPY AUSTRALIA DAY....MATE!!!!
Lew Radbourn
Trader
Queensland
jzs147 92 / 95 jzz31 98' / jzz30 ute92' / uzz30 93'/ 2 X uzz31 92' s

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Friday, January 26, 2007 - 09:48 am, by:  Lew Radbourn (Marlew) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

(Does this mean I'm boring/Old!)
HAHAHAHAHHAHAHAH
far from it mate.
you are onethat makes mein my books you are in the none boring department
the old bit most of as are getting there,hehehe
Don Bagnall
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Friday, January 26, 2007 - 03:38 pm, by:  Don Bagnall (Baggs) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Thank you all for your kind comments...........

Kieran McIlwain
TryHard
Queensland
UZZ31 V8 Limited

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Friday, January 26, 2007 - 06:50 pm, by:  Kieran McIlwain (Exocet) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Needs more 2-door
Callum Finch
Goo Roo
WA
Soarer TT & Corolla

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Saturday, January 27, 2007 - 01:17 am, by:  Callum Finch (Sigeneat) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Well Don, looks like im in the same age bracket as you as i wouldnt like to own that either. Thats not to say i would reject it if it were offered to me for free though! ;)

...or that could mean you are as "cool" and as "hip" as young'uns like me.
Don Bagnall
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Saturday, January 27, 2007 - 01:42 pm, by:  Don Bagnall (Baggs) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Uh huh!
Adam Peterson
TryHard
Western Australia
V8

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Monday, January 29, 2007 - 02:13 pm, by:  Adam Peterson (President) Quote hilighted text Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I love it :-)

but the gear lever looks like a device that needs batteries

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