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2009 Lexus IS Facelift Spurts Out On The Net

Agent009 submitted on 9/3/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 9:02:21 AM

113 user comments | Category: New Cars | Source: | SOURCE: www.motorauthority.com

The current-generation Lexus IS sedan first went on sale in 2005 and in keeping with the carmaker’s practice of refreshing its models every three to four years the popular sedan is due for a facelift anytime now.

While Lexus has remained silent about the matter, new images of the updated range have started to appear on several of the carmaker’s websites.

The changes consist of new side mirrors, a revised front grille, new-style 17 and 18in alloys, an expanded color palette, and a new Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) stability control system for the IS250 model. The images also reveal that the 2009 IS will receive slightly revised head and taillights, as well as some minor revisions to the interior such as a new steering wheel design.

Kudos out to M35MT, ryobo, and deepflanger for the tips In the wee hours of the morning.

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2009 Lexus IS Facelift Spurts Out On The Net

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Looks like a Mitsubishi lancer! Minor changes...don't see the purpose?
— kpaxx (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 9:09:08 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 12

Look at the side view of any Lexus IS. Now focus on the windows and the rear door cut line. The glass looks like a little weenie peeing down the side of the car. Every time I see one of these cars I see this hilarious joke Lexus played on these poor owners.

Did you look at it? The cut line is a stream of pee down the side of the car coming right out of the end of...... well look at some photos yourself and be your own judge. If it wasn't so damn funny it would be sick.
— America (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 12:34:31 PM | | Votes: 2

here are some examples of Lexus' sick joke on its IS owners. Oh the Horror! Pee Streams!!

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_YH7FyFcV5ik/RzpEQuaBF-I/AAAAAAAAAJk/uyR8tmswCgE/Lexus+023.jpg

http://www.lextasy.com/images_products/IS250%20pillars.jpg

http://www.leasetrader.com/photos/actual93487/640x480/Lexus-IS-250-AWD-Sedan-.jpeg

— America (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 12:38:25 PM | | Votes: 0

"a little weenie"... For one, can we use adult grammer here!
— 0to60 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 1:09:50 PM | | Votes: -8

It is spelled "grammar" and that isn't a grammar issue anyway, it is language you are whinning about. Get over it. Look at the photos and if you have a sense of humor and half of a brain you will see a little weenie on the side of every Lexus IS. And, it is peeing down the side of the car! It's so funny I think I'm gonna blow a funny-fuse!!
— America (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 1:20:10 PM | | Votes: 4

get a life, america !!

you probably see "weenies" in everything because thats what you look for

and i have nothing against homosexuals

— stash84 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 1:57:37 PM | | Votes: -7

Your suggestion, stash84, is perverted and you should be ashamed of yourself just like Lexus should be for perpetrating this image on our fine country. Stash84, did you look at the stream of piss pouring over the side of every Lexus IS? Did you look at it?! It is alternately disgusting and hysterical.
— America (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 2:18:44 PM | | Votes: 6

Do you think Agent009's comment "...In the wee hours of the morning." was by mistake? I think not. This subliminal image impacts us all.

— America (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 2:35:21 PM | | Votes: 6

"2009 Lexus IS Facelift SPURTS Out On The Net".....when will the urination references stop?!!!! What has Lexus done to us?!
— America (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 3:13:52 PM | | Votes: 4

Sorry for inaccurate spelling. Im at work and typically type fast without checking so no one will see I am spending my time surfing the net. "America," you still an idiot, and I do not see such graphic images as you have noted.
— 0to60 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 4:13:42 PM | | Votes: -2

0to60, I accept your apology. Ask a friend for help if you need it. It doesn't take any imagination though, it is as plain as rain.

Try this one:

http://www.caradvice.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/dscn2211.JPG

Just don't be pissed off at me when you see it.
— America (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 4:44:55 PM | | Votes: 1

Hmmm.. it looks more like a dog's "red lipstick".
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 5:22:12 PM | | Votes: 4

You suck 009 I submitted this article an hour ago when you were still in bed :p
— M35MT (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 9:21:10 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 9

You were actually third in line for submitting the article.

However the main reason it was posted under my banner, was I had actual pictures from the showroom you did not have.

However I have added credit at the bottom for you.
— Agent009 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 9:30:49 AM | | Votes: 2

Is that a dealer showroom? If they're already out anyone interested in an '08 should be able to get a hell of a deal.
— M35MT (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 9:36:00 AM | | Votes: 5

That is a dealer showroom in Korea, where the new model is currently on sale.
— Agent009 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:18:58 AM | | Votes: 2

Can't see much difference.

I'm 6'2" and can't consider most Lexuses for purchase. The seats don't go down low enough and my head nearly brushes against the headliner. This is true in the IS, ES, and GS.
— blackbr (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 9:27:45 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4

same problem here...6'4". oddly the IS is better than the GS though. i literally hit my head in the GS if i go over a bump.
— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 12:03:08 PM | | Votes: 2

yawn....
— drew630 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 9:40:19 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6

And this is the car that was supposed to put the BMW 3-series back in the trailer? LOL!!

— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 9:45:32 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

lexus is good but they are not going to kill the 3 series. the car would look better as a coupe than a sedan. nice womans car...
— B7FAN (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:32:41 AM | | Votes: 4

it definitely looks better than the 3 series but the 3 series handles better
— stash84 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 1:59:20 PM | | Votes: -2

I don't think that the IS looks better than the 3-series. Inside or outside.
— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 2:59:16 PM | | Votes: 2

In your dreams. LOL!
— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 4:15:36 PM | | Votes: 1

doesnt have to since the 3 series is usually in need of service.
— OneOfOne (View Profile)

Posted on 9/6/2008 3:03:41 PM | | Votes: 1

Shut up.
— M35MT (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:25:25 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 21

MT-- Step away from your Triple Shot Double Mocha Frappuccino. Or at least hold back on the whip cream.

You are on a caffeine induced high this morning.

— Agent009 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:42:36 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 10

Sorry to say Taylor, the IS is behind in handling, performance and comfort (the IS seats are horrible!). You rant on about your beloved Lexus cars but it gets no one else excited. At least not to your level. Like the guy said, SHUT UP!
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:49:27 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 11

But I think you're even more biased although you don't have any reason to because you don't even own a Lexus to begin with. Camry's don't count ok?. You probably think your car's an ES.
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:55:42 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 9

LOL!

Your Camry compared to a Mercedes? hahaha! Comedic relief I tell ya!

Lexus was only mentioned in the same phrase as Maybach, Bentley, and RR because of the LS rear seats which are a total knockoff of the Maybach. It's not in the same level of luxury, prestige, and price so quit dreaming.
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:00:48 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 8

As I am pro-Lexus, you are wrong so many levels, and that's from a Lexus fan to a Lexus fan.
— Lexurious (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:02:45 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 9

I don't live in Europe and yes you're a comic relief. Everyone is mature but you're comments are hysterical to me and I'm sure my fellow posters can agree.

Lexus has to be prestigious to Americans. Heck, Lexus is essentially a Japanese-American company, originally catering to the US market. Sure they stole some German consumers and quite rightly so. Lexus pricing was cheaper. It suited the Cadillac market and people wanted Japanese they had the Lexus option. Value isn't the word you want to use when talking about prestige. A Hyundai Genesis is value.

Lexus is your passion? Then you need to get a life.
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:16:55 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 10

Luckily you don't have an opinion,
— AudiNewEngland (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 2:05:22 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0

^To MT^
— AudiNewEngland (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 2:07:20 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1

when it comes to the is350 or a 3 series, my choice is lexus. but for performance, all the bmws handle better than lexus' cars. the isf is the only lexus that handles like a sports car

you want a stiff sporty suspension? bmw

if not, lexus.

bmw interiors are boring but like i said..to each his own

completely different cars...

MT, you gotta stop making ridiculous comments..

just state your opinion and move on !!
— stash84 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 2:07:52 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

MichaelTaylor. The passionate pursuit of stupidity.

— Maverick2020 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 3:02:29 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6

"you want a stiff sporty suspension? bmw"

- I've read that the IS350 has a harsher more jarring ride than even a sports package equipped BMW 3-series.
— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 3:05:29 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5

MichaelTaylor: "I don't eat or drink or buy from Starbucks."

Of course! Why eat or drink when you have the soul of Lexus running through your veins! MT, you must be harbouring all of that Lexus "soul". At least give the cars a little soul.. you're hogging it all!
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 5:09:43 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4

Don't you see guys that Lexus really did not have to change much on an already successful design.

Why is it that BMW changed a whole lot more when it came to the front facia and rear bumper? If anything it should be the other way around. Now all we need is for Mcain to update his VP (if they want to win they will have to put less cloth on her)
— AmazonPrinceIS350 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:28:36 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -5

MT,

The difference between you and AmazonPrince is that I assume he owns an IS. You own a Camry so do you see the difference there? Ok fine some parts are probably Toyota parts in the IS but that's not the point right now.
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:53:39 AM | | Votes: 9

Ok well first of all if you're comparing HP VS HP obviously the IS350 has more punch. If you're talking about being nimble around corners my bet would be on the 325i. As for comfort, I would take the BMW as well. Those IS seats are too small and not enough lumbar support. But then again they fit tiny trolls so what do I know.
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:19:14 AM | | Votes: 5

BMW is frantic seeing this redesign. Oh no, what will they do. Those dang Japanese have struck fear into the Germans. The last IS couldn't keep up with the 3-Series, perhaps a mild freshening will do the trick. Perhaps those slightly altered headlamps will help overcome all the issues the previous IS had.

Of course MichaelTaylor is damn near a heart attack - what can I say. I think reader Drew630 summed it up best in saying, "Yawn..."

I concur, yawn.

-00J
— Agent00J (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:32:28 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6

Solid posting as always 00J.
BTW, is Agent00K still recovering from her spring accident?
— HSCenterconsole (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:37:04 AM | | Votes: 5

ook is still MIA.?!!!
— Brembo (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 1:13:29 PM | | Votes: 2

what issues?
— stash84 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 2:09:58 PM | | Votes: 0

OK, this car is truly boring. But don't say all Japanese cars are.
— tkindred (View Profile)

Posted on 9/5/2008 9:08:30 PM | | Votes: 0

One more thing I noticed in looking at the pictures, the IS has a "style edition" while BMW offers a Sport package. I don't know about you, but I would much rather drive a sporty car like the 3-Series than be a poser in a "style edition" meant to evoke sporting intentions.

Lexus is better than this, produce a true world class sports sedan that can run with the 3-Series. Toyota has the resources to do this, leave the boring for the ES, make the IS a true competitor.

-00J
— Agent00J (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:34:41 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

Why? Why not make something different. Does the 3 not have enough competitors? Can this just compete with the C Class or something? Why must everything be a BMW? I like a variety as do Americans. Let Lexus do Lexus and if you dont like it, dont buy it! That simple. Why continuously criticize them for not being what YOU want them to be. Let them be who they are and leave it at that. Not everyone wants a BMW.
— 0to60 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 1:15:23 PM | | Votes: 1

And the ES doesnt currently have many competitors in the Luxury segment. I think its a good position to be in. They just seriously need to redesign the awful interior. I see plenty of ES's when I drive around so I doubt it was that unsuccessful for them to scratch. And if it is now, its just due to poor styling. A good redesign would resolve that issue.
— 0to60 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 1:17:45 PM | | Votes: -1

So they finally give it a set of LED taillamps, and the front grille straight from the ES/GS. Sorry I'm not a fan other either of the larger Lexus' currently, they could have done more to the front to make it look more aggressive than more old people style. It's like the Asian version of Buick with that grille.

But then again they do appeal to an older crowd.
— Whelan (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:43:50 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4

Young people still want to buy a BMW 3er over the IS. They just settle for the very uncomfortable seats because the 335i costs more :). People don't lust after an IS. You are a comedic relief to most of the readers on this site. Even the Lexus fans know when not to be a fanboy. Their smarter than that. Unlike someone here.....
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:51:23 AM | | Votes: 7

MichaelTaylor, it is kind of ironic you are so passionate about a brand that puts so little (if any) passion into their products.
— HSCenterconsole (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:09:23 AM | | Votes: 7

So you're saying Lexus is passionate about being boring?.
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:21:19 AM | | Votes: 9

okay...these pictures have been out since early august....
— LexusKindaGuy12 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:57:20 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

I bought my IS350 primarily for its design. I could of purchased a 3 but thought it looked too boring. Not everyone sees beauty the same way.

Some people think Nicole Kidman looks better than JLO but I think she has a dry but elegant look to her while JLO's look is just plain sex and its ok that they are diff. That's how I view these cars. I'm glad the IS is more luxury than sport (although I think it is the perfect balance between the two) that's why we have the G.
— AmazonPrinceIS350 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:05:41 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1

Lets face it. You only say you like her because she drives an IS350. Don't deny it.
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:25:15 AM | | Votes: 6

By the way I see her getting into an Audi TT:

http://bauergriffinonline.celebuzz.com/bfm_gallery/2008/04/Sienna Miller 41408/post_image/post_image-80414Y3_MILLER_S_B-GR_06_leader.png
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:26:47 AM | | Votes: 6

and another one:

http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/m/sienna_miller_011007/sienna_miller_3_wenn1600804.jpg (EVEN THE AUDI UMBRELLA).

http://img.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2008/04_03/carX171604_468x841.jpg / http://images.myride.com/images/non-vehicle/People/Celebrity/January%2008/Sienna-Miller_(544x408).jpg (AUDI TT)
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:28:26 AM | | Votes: 4

J-LO?

So you like a little junk-in-the-trunk? Nothing wrong with that.
— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 4:04:05 PM | | Votes: 4

the new iS doesn't look so new. Minor changes with the tail lamps and interior bits don't account for it to be new at all. i don't like how lexus likes to manipulate people to think that their refresh cars are actually new as in new gen. it's sad how far lexus has to go to get buyers.

apparently the autospies dweeb michael taylor has fallen head over heels because of that marketing.

i don't believe and i don't buy their bullcrap. i drive a 03' gs because i liked the value and bang for buck i got on the car. so if michaeltaylor you know about lexus it doesnt got the euro appeal but it satisfy me as a driver. i ride in comfort and i like the engine. but its different in lots of ways compared to a e class or 5series or a6. taylor i test driven all models of all the brands but i bet you havent because i'm not bias like you are. people who have driventhe others know their all awesome cars
— Lexurious (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:09:01 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

WOW! A nice post from a Lexus owner! And I am not being sarcastic! LOL! I own a BMW 3 series and I test drove everything before my purchase. And while I did like the IS looks, the handling is what lead me away from it. It is not bad mind you, just not sporty enough for my driving tastes.

That is what makes car buying so great, there are a lot of choices for all types of people. If Michael Taylor wants to be in his little World of Lexus, then so be it, I just wish he would stop with the idiotic comments so much.

Again nice post!
— atomicbri (View Profile)

Posted on 9/4/2008 7:02:19 AM | | Votes: 2

3er, good choice. imo, better than the iS. depending what you want really. the lexus'seats really arent that comfortable so i can't support my brand on that one. the benchmark title still goes to the 3er. even the base 325i would still out handle a is250 with springs. it's just how the car is built. more aimed at comfort than sport. the 3er does both very well and thats why its been a success. but my lexus gs i think is one of the best mid size luxury cars in the market. it's got styling i like but it doesnt take anything away from the e class, a6, or 5 series at all. different buyers , different loyalties, and beauty is only in the eye of the beholder..!!..

Im sorry michael taylor, but your a turd like all of them say you are haha
— Lexurious (View Profile)

Posted on 9/6/2008 4:10:07 AM | | Votes: 1

It's the same old cheese wedge.

x-p
— EL34 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:25:23 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6

I always thought it was a odd design. It seems to me the elements do not go together well. Either be a wedge with sharp edges, or a smooth more rounded car. Don't try to fuse both together.
— tkindred (View Profile)

Posted on 9/6/2008 10:51:34 AM | | Votes: 1

Has anyone seen BMW's lastest 3 series commercial? It has the IS in between the A4 and C class.

I don't think the IS is taking away too many sales from the 3 and its definitely not as sporty (G has that covered) so why even acknowledge it?

For it only being its second generation I think Lexus did a pretty good job with the design and engineering on this car.
— AmazonPrinceIS350 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:43:24 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

Ehhh the front lower grille makes the IS look like a fat kid. The ES modeled tail lights is step backwards... and the chrome.... jebus. I have a 07 IS350, and this face lift from the 06-08 is a step backwards.
— Alec (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 11:49:09 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

Unlike the CTS that nobody ever talks about, Oh wait a minute. Isn't the CTS included in the list of GM cars that are on the chopping block?
— Lemonade (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 1:43:55 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3

It looks like a pokemon now, EL was right lmao.

The car actually looks okay, but the rear lights look more like an ES, which IMO isnt that good for the IS to follow.
— M53R (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 1:52:46 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5

They should drop the 250 and only have the 350, offer it with AWD and go heads up with Infiniti, but toyota is boring and wouldn't want anyone to excited including their elder heart attack prone customers.
— no1listensanyway (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 2:27:53 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

Drop the 250? Last time I heard the 350 was less than 10% of all of the IS sales. Now I could be wrong.
— Agent009 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 2:46:14 PM | | Votes: 4

thts the point, give the ppl more power for their money
— no1listensanyway (View Profile)

Posted on 9/4/2008 2:54:03 AM | | Votes: 1

michaeltaylor is funny with his little lexus world of his. I live in cali and the lexus is not considered a better car than the germans. lol that was a good laugh!
— carguy68 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 2:30:27 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 7

Anyone who puts lexus on a pedestal is a fool.
— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 4:16:38 PM | | Votes: 6

That depends on where you live in and who you talk to in LA. Lexus is definitely considered a luxury brand, even though I'll never drive one.
— E36er (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 5:43:21 PM | | Votes: -1

Michael, PLEASE STOP IT!! LOL!! My sides are hurting from laughing so hard. Do you enjoy cars? Or do you like appliances? DO you like iPods or Zunes? I have never met someone so hellishly bent on a brand. Because you are, every time you post it seems comical. I mean I love my cars, my BMW 335i and VW Rabbit... but I can give credit where credit is due to any other brand. Like I have said before, I like the look of the IS, just not the performance. So does that mean I am like BMW IS GOD! BMW makes the streets I drive on turn to gold!! See how silly that sounds??? Now apply Lexus to that and that is how you sound....Ridiculous!
— atomicbri (View Profile)

Posted on 9/4/2008 7:10:28 AM | | Votes: 1

Nice little changes. Especially i like the design of the turn signal light in the wing mirror and the grille is made more prominent like facelift GS’s. Bumper looks more rounded, together with fog lamps shape looks nice too. Overall an improvment in an already great and stylish design.
Undoubtly to me now IS is the best looking car in it's class.

JUGNU
— JUGNU (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 4:36:55 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -9

Undoubtedly, the majority of people disagree with you.

That's a fact - undoubtedly, that is.
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 6:34:08 PM | | Votes: 1

Are MichaelTayloy's Posts grey by default?
— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 5:33:26 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6

What comes first, the chicken or the egg?
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 6:34:56 PM | | Votes: 1

IS has the best design among Lexus model line-up. But it's too small; Made for the size of Japanese people.
— TopGear (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 5:40:24 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4

Yes, however, they prefer German cars.
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 6:35:38 PM | | Votes: 1

I'm blind, the only difference I see are the taillights and the turn signal mirrors.
— huu76 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 6:43:38 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

No difference in looks. Same old Lex.
— Type707 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 6:48:09 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

I get back from meeting with a few clients and wow look at Michael Taylor's posts all deboosted.

MT, if I were you I would leave this site. Good thing this is not in real life at school. You would have gone crazy and transfered.
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 7:02:34 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

why so many are angry? I just said as i always do 'TO ME'. To me it's the best looking in it's class, maybe to u guys it's not, fine.

and M53R be honest it's 3 Series sedan which looks like....anything. anything rubbish. not the sleek and stylish IS. 3 series sedan rear end is one of the ugliest and don't go at all with the edgy front end. It's only now with the refreshed 3 series sedan that BMW fixed it a bit. C class is also very ordinary looking.

A4 and IS according to me looks the best in the segment.

JUGNU
— JUGNU (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 7:38:56 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1

To each his own I guess :) But Im not and I never was a fan of the rear end of the 3 series sedan.
— M53R (View Profile)

Posted on 9/4/2008 8:54:41 AM | | Votes: 2

Don't kno y ppl think Lexus is boring - they make more tru RWD cars than they have FWD cars - I'd rather get an IS because the 3 is toooooo common (every other girl in my college has one) - and the IS seats r bigger than a 3 series seat. Cornering hard is stupid- u can can kill someone/urself going around a turn @ 60mph. The IS 250 RWD 6 spd. manual is a unique ride no matter what.
— StickShiftCamry (View Profile)

Posted on 9/3/2008 10:22:11 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -2

As much as I hate to repeat this, StickShiftCamry is right. BMW's are simply not that exotic, at least in this town. The 3er is as common as Honda's here in LA. And unfortunately, it's all too often that poseurs, not the gear heads, that ride BMW's.

And, as long as we're playing the race card, there's always a wealthy Persian that seems to drive the M's in this town. Sorry about this, but it's true.
— E36er (View Profile)

Posted on 9/4/2008 12:38:37 AM | | Votes: 2

This thread just proves to you that nobody likes you here. You're just a comedic relief for all of us hard working people.

Do I need to say who I'm talking about?
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/4/2008 12:37:06 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz again.
— xj13 (View Profile)

Posted on 9/4/2008 1:54:39 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

What kind of facelift is that?
BMW made a pretty good job on the 3 Series
+1 BMW
-1 Lexus
— Speedoholic (View Profile)

Posted on 9/4/2008 2:10:41 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

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