Lexus IS-F pics and info released. ///M3 competition??

YYdoodle · 01-08-2007, 09:16 AM

http://www.fdivision.org/forums/showthread.php?t=18

Hawkshaw · 01-08-2007, 09:32 AM

That thing is sick! But seriously, guys, can you hook an enthusiast up with a stick?? The IS350 was in the running to be my next car but didn't come in a stick, so didn't even get a shake when choosing the e90.

KL2DC · 01-08-2007, 09:36 AM

Looks promising...interesting front fender/side apron treatment. Should be a contender but I suspect the M3 will continue its reign. Sometimes its not just about the spec sheets.

NPinUK · 01-08-2007, 09:58 AM

Not feeling it. The shape of the front looks awkward. There seems to be no visual balance between the front and rear. I was expecting better, inside and out. My opinion is based on the pictures but I cant see it change once I see it in flesh. May be a different story in terms of performance.

3thirty5 · 01-08-2007, 10:19 AM

it looks disgusting! seriously disappointed! the standard IS (which isn't great to start with) looks way better!

ZuerstBMW · 01-08-2007, 10:27 AM

The interior is nice, but the exterior is

DFW_M · 01-08-2007, 10:33 AM

Everyone can try...if they will succeed...we'll see...

M3 all the way!

vladinecko · 01-08-2007, 10:37 AM

i was really interested in seeing the rear of it to confirm that bizarre exhaust design.

BK · 01-08-2007, 10:40 AM

AT only?

Okay - I said that based on the photo. The text makes it sound like it's an 8-speed(!) DSG-type of paddle shift. Or am I reading it wrong? In any case, I prefer a clutch.

Also, to me it looks ugly. I think the regular IS350 looks pretty nice, but that one looks like the IS350 mated with a Mustang GT or something. Not as classy-looking as the regular IS350 IMO.

NaViT · 01-08-2007, 10:45 AM

the cars not bad... anyone know the price on it?

Ghunger · 01-08-2007, 11:23 AM

Besides not liking the looks of the front, at all, I can't believe it's just AT only. Even if it's some fancy new AT that supposedly works better, it's not a manual. I guess Toyota still doesn't realize some people just like changing their own gears.

picus · 01-08-2007, 12:29 PM

It won't be an M3 competitor with that engine. Right now a 335i will probably almost keep up with it in stock form, nevermind with a xede. I think they will aim it at the market right above the 335i/S4, but below the RS4/M3.

just4kickz · 01-08-2007, 12:36 PM

not likin the front as much but im sure i'd grow on me

The Cleaner · 01-08-2007, 12:45 PM

I'll pass, that bodywork looks silly

Longboarder · 01-08-2007, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by picus

It won't be an M3 competitor with that engine. Right now a 335i will probably almost keep up with it in stock form, nevermind with a xede. I think they will aim it at the market right above the 335i/S4, but below the RS4/M3.

+1

Greeney · 01-08-2007, 01:41 PM

I cant get on the site?

FIREBALLER · 01-08-2007, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greeney

I cant get on the site?

+1

albeik · 01-08-2007, 02:47 PM

More "live" pictures:
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/lexus-is-f/

Neil · 01-08-2007, 02:47 PM

How can people say it will be slower than the M3 when no one knows what the M3 stats are?

yamazaho · 01-08-2007, 02:55 PM

Dude I am not feeling the rear tail pipe design.... looks weird.

But overall, this car looks promising and driving it should be a blast.

Josh49 · 01-08-2007, 02:55 PM

Comes stock with Brembos and BBS wheels??

Brilliant!!

The exhaust IS-Fvckingawful..

The front disc vents (if they are even functional) don't match the car at all either..

BK · 01-08-2007, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Neil

How can people say it will be slower than the M3 when no one knows what the M3 stats are?

Because we don't like Lexus. Even if it turns out to be faster than an M3, we will say, "yeah, but only in a straight line." And if that doesn't work, we'll say the driving feel is far inferior. If that doesn't work, we're stuck with making fun of the quad exhaust.

Actually, since they are claiming only 4.9 0-60 and the 335i already is in that territory, we can assume the M3 will be quicker.

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NPinUK Private First Class 7 Rep 199 Posts Drives: E90 325i M Sport Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: UK Midlands iTrader: (0)	Not feeling it. The shape of the front looks awkward. There seems to be no visual balance between the front and rear. I was expecting better, inside and out. My opinion is based on the pictures but I cant see it change once I see it in flesh. May be a different story in terms of performance.
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Ghunger Major 56 Rep 1,024 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (0)	Besides not liking the looks of the front, at all, I can't believe it's just AT only. Even if it's some fancy new AT that supposedly works better, it's not a manual. I guess Toyota still doesn't realize some people just like changing their own gears. __________________ 330i Monaco Blue, Terra /w aluminum trim, SP, PP, CA, PDC, Nav, Folding Seats, Sat Prep European Delivery Blog Picture Gallery
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