DETROIT AUTO SHOW- Lexus drops IS-F bomb on Munich-Exclusive real-life photos

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DETROIT AUTO SHOW- Lexus drops IS-F bomb on Munich-Exclusive real-life photos

The all-new 2008 IS-F high-performance luxury sedan will deliver more than 400 horsepower from a 5.0-liter V8 engine when it goes into production. The LF-A supercar concept is equipped with a V10 engine that produces more than 500 horsepower. Together, the two exciting new cars make a dramatic statement of Lexus performance.

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IS-F Performance Sedan

Much of the development of the new IS-F took place at Fuji Speedway and the Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Japan. The IS-F is based on the proven rear-wheel-drive Lexus IS, which is equipped with a double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension. As well as the IS performs, Lexus engineers demanded much more of the all-new IS-F. The result is a performance tuned 5.0-liter V8 engine, topped with specially engineered heads fed by a two-stage intake system, that produces 400-plus horsepower and more than 350 ft.-lbs. of torque. The all-new IS-F is equipped with engine-oil and transmission-fluid coolers for high-speed performance and a cylinder head-scavenging oil pump for high g-force driving.

The IS-F engine is mated to the world's first eight-speed direct sport-shift transmission. A new torque-converter lock-up control was developed that allows for a direct, crisp gear change through the constant lock-up of the torque converter in second through eighth gears. In Drive mode, the IS-F transmission performs with great smoothness, and the torque converter allows for great launch ability for fast standing-start acceleration that will register a zero-to-60 time in less than 4.9 seconds.

This unique transmission also features an advanced Manual mode. A pair of paddles located within a fingertip's reach behind the steering wheel enables the driver to make ultra-fast up-shift gear changes within a tenth of a second. Downshifts are accompanied by automated and incredibly precise throttle blips to match engine RPM to vehicle speed.

The impressive acceleration achieved by the IS-F requires it be equipped with heavy-duty Brembo brakes designed to the specifications of the Lexus engineering team. Huge, 14.2-inch cross-drilled front discs are gripped by rigid, powerful six-piston aluminum calipers, while 13.6-inch rear cross-drilled discs feature two-piston calipers. High-friction brake pads are equipped on all four wheels. The brakes are finished with the Lexus name displayed on the calipers, a first for a Lexus production vehicle.

The IS-F features custom-designed 19-inch forged alloy wheels as standard. The wheels were built to Lexus specifications by BBS and are surrounded by high-performance sport tires.

The attention to performance also extends to a modified suspension that lowers the entire car by more than a half-inch when compared to the base IS, and one full inch when compared to IS models equipped with 18-inch wheels. This specially modified suspension allows for an exciting and energetic drive, whether on a race track or the streets.

The IS-F features an all-new three-mode version of Lexus' Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) system. In addition to the Normal mode, the new VDIM features a Sport mode that allows the driver to push the car even further before its braking-, throttle- and steering-control systems kick in. The third VDIM system mode is Off, which allows the driver to push the IS-F to its ultimate level of handling performance.

The attention to performance is complemented by modified styling cues that differentiate the IS-F from the standard IS. Lexus engineers provided the IS-F with a dual-exhaust system and quad-tail pipes, wider front fenders, and a larger grille and rear spoiler. Both the hood and lower intake were enlarged to accommodate and cool the V8 engine.

Like the exterior, the interior of the IS-F receives unique styling with aluminized composite trim and special surface treatments. The instrument panel includes an oil-temperature gauge and shift indicator-lights, while the "F" logo is showcased on the steering wheel and rear-center console.

In addition to the usual Lexus standards of comfort and convenience, the interior of the IS-F features specially shaped and trimmed seats, which hold the driver comfortably and securely in place. The special sport seats are available in black or a unique high-contrast white and black trim.

"The intent of creating the IS-F was not to be a competitor to other performance-sport sedans," said Carter. "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.'"

The IS-F will arrive at Lexus dealerships in early 2008

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EL34 - 1/8/2007 1:35:05 PM

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The front end is grating on my nerves.

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IamEvilHomer - 1/8/2007 2:34:32 PM

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Turd

EL34 - 1/8/2007 3:17:49 PM

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Hopefully Lexus designed that grill so it can be popped out to make cheeseburgers.

JRobUSC - 1/9/2007 1:07:37 AM

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and it'll stay in the rearview as people try to keep from having to look at it. Sorry but that is ugly, and I actually liked the regular IS (and I say that as a BMW fan). They messed this one up. The M3, RS4, C63, etc. all look better and will offer (at worst) similar performance. That bodykit looks like something out of JC Whitney. I can't believe they screwed up a decent looking car that badly.

Sauceboy01 - 1/8/2007 1:44:04 PM

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I love it..

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Sauceboy01 - 1/8/2007 1:44:41 PM

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Do we know how much yet??

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answer - 1/8/2007 1:50:14 PMView My AgentSpace

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Looks good.

I don't care for blue cars though.

I wish they would get more specific about that LFA. They keep referring to it as a concept. Just aknowledge that you're going to produce it Lexus!

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7msynthetic - 1/8/2007 2:44:54 PM

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These pics do more justice - love it! Mean as hell!

http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/2007_detroit/0612_2008_lexus_is_f/

lexuslife - 1/8/2007 1:57:22 PM

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The true beast IS-F I love it

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EL34 - 1/8/2007 3:18:40 PM

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I agree 100%, a true beast.

bmwdrvr - 1/8/2007 6:27:41 PM

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i agree this is a true beast, it looks like a 15 year old desighned it, and this was supposed to be an m3 killer it doesnt even look factory, kinda like a to fast to furious version to compete with an evolution or sti not an m3, ctsv, or c55(C63) yeah right nice try but its ugly and it looks like some kids cars...lol m3 beater..lmao

silverarrow2 - 1/8/2007 2:00:19 PM

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That thing is not attractive at all.

What were they thinking?

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M53R - 1/8/2007 2:29:25 PMView My AgentSpace

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u have my voice on that!

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carfan3 - 1/8/2007 2:30:34 PM

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agreed.....the tacked on skirts don't look right

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7msynthetic - 1/8/2007 2:46:44 PM

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Not better than this: http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/2007_detroit/0612_2008_lexus_is_f/

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Sauceboy01 - 1/8/2007 2:26:28 PM

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is it me or did they not mention any pricing.

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JUGNU - 1/8/2007 3:01:40 PMView My AgentSpace

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Stunning.

Can't wait for the exact numbers.

I bet this is going to be a beast.RS4 Killer for sure.
M3 we will see.

JUGNU

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SilverAero - 1/8/2007 4:09:47 PM

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If they don't come out with a stick shift this could be like the M5. But with less power. But they both have interiors i would rather not be a part of.

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Carboy - 1/8/2007 3:14:22 PMView My AgentSpace

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OK, I admit, I love Lexus, but not as much as I love Mercedes

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supermoto - 1/8/2007 3:20:15 PM

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Interesting but 'early 2008' is a long way away. Gives the competition a lot of time to prepare. I'd be way more impressed if it was coming out this spring.

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1970toyotamarc - 1/8/2007 3:21:59 PM

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All these haters on Autospies. You'd think youowned stock in Audi and BMW the way you run scared every time Lexus ups the ante.
This car is hot, and you damn well know it.

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1970toyotamarc - 1/8/2007 4:03:26 PM

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Stop your lies MDalle. You would not have loved the design of the new IS-F no matter what it looked like. Now you say the base IS looks good, link me to one post you did praising the style of the base IS. Toyota/Lexus haters criticize them as bland, and then when that is answered, they criticize them as over-styled or worse. There's not pleasing you, so stop pretending you have any motivation other than to criticize every Lexus to protect your cherished German cars.
I dont sit up here criticizing the Audi's huge nose, the MBZ every-car-should-look-like-a-small-Maybach philosophy, or BMW's flame-surfaced Bangle catastrophes. In fact, as hideous as the current 3 series is, a couple weeks back, I was on Autopsies posting praise towards the new hard top covertible's styling. So haters, just crawl back under the hoods of your German cars (where you are undoubtedly fixing something gone awry) and watch Lexus steal more and more market shre away from you.

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Mark - 1/8/2007 3:55:13 PM

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I agree that the IS350 does look better than this. They aggressive stance is just too much and I don't think the car flows as nicely.

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dumpsty - 1/8/2007 4:05:13 PM

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This IS-F concept looks like Lexus was trying to be outwardly aggressive...instead of their usual understated, refined, polished trend. The IS-F is a good try at the luxury sport sedan mark, but they should have looked at Cadillac's CTS-V or M-B C55 for more inspiration.

The current IS350 is an excellent looking vehicle with a great powerplant. There was no need to include oversized vents, etc to essentuate the small Lexus with big ability. I'm sure most of us assumed the IS-F was going to have the larger hood bump (for a larger engine), verticle-configged tailpipes, and a lower ride height. But we didn't expect an outwardly agressive Lexus at all.

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1970toyotamarc - 1/8/2007 4:23:34 PM

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thank god you're here. I didnt know if I was going to be able to handle MDalle and all the haters on my own. You have eloquently restated my argument, so I am tagging off to you so that I can get back to work to earn enough money to buy my Prius.

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99gs400 - 1/8/2007 4:40:11 PM

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No worry 1970 and Will i am here to back u guys up !!!

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IamEvilHomer - 1/9/2007 2:54:24 AM

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just rools off the toung IS-F?

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Talli - 1/8/2007 4:14:49 PM

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OMG!!. Speechless

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AUTO_UNION - 1/8/2007 4:19:28 PM

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I think that it looks good. My opinion

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bulldogz - 1/8/2007 4:24:58 PM

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4.9 secs.??? Wait a minute, that's what the IS350 gets so what is the extra 100 HP doing for you?? This should be pulling more like 4.3, not 5 seconds.

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SilverAero - 1/8/2007 4:51:52 PM

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The more i look at this car the more i don't like it.

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SilverAero - 1/8/2007 4:58:28 PM

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The front half of the car looks "style heavy" if i can say that, front bumper looks like big smile with a swollen lip, interior is yawn worthy, and the next CTS-V will beat it. I really wan to like the side skirts because the part behind the wheel is really cool but they are too flashy and over done. Not to mention they don't meet the fender well at the top. Caddy has my dollar.

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Ironman273 - 1/8/2007 4:59:36 PM

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You know what's kind of funny? Everytime a Lexus story pops up most of the comments are bashing but all the Lexus stories always hit no. 1 on the Most Active and Most Votes list.

Good thing Lexus lacks passion. Imagine if it had it. :rolleyes:

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spiceace - 1/8/2007 5:06:29 PM

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Hott damnz! I like it a lot!

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DarkOneForce - 1/8/2007 5:12:49 PM

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And the winners for non-sense are:

Non-sense title:
"Lexus drops IS-F bomb on Munich"

Non-sense agent:
Agent001 (should it be agent000 ?!)

Non-sense "so called automotive" site:
autolies.com ... argh... that is autospies.com

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Rupert - 1/8/2007 5:24:07 PMView My AgentSpace

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lexus is in no way aiming this car at bmw.
8 speed auto, chavved up look, it's a lexus, and it's not even that fast. slower than RS4, .1 seconds faster than the current, 6 year old M3 (with 70hp less), .1 seconds faster than the current C55.
like this will be a class leader, it's already bottom!
won't handle as well as an m3 or rs4, won't be as fast as a c55/c63, what has it got going for it?
oh yes, it's reliable.
big whoop.

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Rupert - 1/8/2007 5:27:12 PMView My AgentSpace

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wait that comment was meant for will's post above about lexus aiming at bmw.
seriously will, stop trying to defend this car, it sucks.
the regular IS doesn't, most lexi don't but this is a poor effort.

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Baapo - 1/8/2007 5:15:09 PM

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It would be interesting to see a profile of an IS350 next to and IS-F

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Rupert - 1/8/2007 5:17:42 PMView My AgentSpace

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8 speed auto? why has no one else picked up on that?

and OH. MY. GOD.

WHEELARCH SCOOPS!
how chav is this car? in the UK, people called Wayne and Cheryl will be driving this car. hideous.
i mean really, it looks like pimp my ride threw up over it.

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lexuslife - 1/9/2007 12:25:57 AM

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yes it does Will fast too

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IS3andME - 1/8/2007 6:09:55 PM

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Looks good, the front air intakes could be restyled better. Where is the IS-F coupe and the IS350 coupe? Are they waiting until Wednesday of Thursday to unveil them?

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lexusF - 1/8/2007 6:20:22 PM

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This car is looks great. Lexus haters beware.

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THESCOOTER - 1/8/2007 6:38:31 PM

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Sadly a day late and a dollar short...hope the auto 8-speed out of the LS really translates into the Lexus intrepretation of performance (?) - the M5 has reverted back to a manual to let Drivers drive. Will Lexus ever let any one really drive their vehicles, or will the engineers continue to drive them for us? We'll see. Can't wait for the comparo between this the M3 and the RS4...

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NARunner - 1/8/2007 11:10:53 PMView My AgentSpace

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you're an idiot renlex...the IS350 cannot touch the E46 M3. Most tests of the IS350 have yielded sprints in the mid to low 5's (on a good day). The E46 M3 can consistently get to 60 in under 5 seconds.

I'm not taking away from the IS-F, but please, don't make such ridiculously foolish comments.

THESCOOTER - 1/8/2007 6:39:18 PM

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chewy - 1/8/2007 7:02:19 PMView My AgentSpace

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Like I have said many times I really like the IS styling. BUT, the IS-F completely ruins the IS with the stupid running board (like one from an SUV). Also, Lexus is being quiet on the specs and I don't like that. No special sporty touches on the interior is lame as well.

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chewy - 1/8/2007 7:08:17 PMView My AgentSpace

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Also, I do think that this will get to 60 in around 4.5 or 4.6 seconds. Maybe a bit quicker if the 8 speed gearbox is set up correctly, it isn't for the LS 460.

But the styling and the regular interior are big downers. It just looks very akward and long in these shots.

BMW740Z4 - 1/8/2007 7:29:25 PM

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YAWN....Not impressed.....Interior looks cheap too.

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bulldogz - 1/9/2007 9:16:38 AM

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MDalle, if the M3 (we have one btw) gets 4.8 and the IS350 can get 4.9 how will it SMOKE it? Those times are for straight line, not around twisties.

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NARunner - 1/9/2007 9:35:49 AMView My AgentSpace

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where has you ever seen an IS350 get 4.9 sec 0-60???

they are saying IS-F will be capable of under 4.9, NOT the IS350.

The fastest IS350 sprint I've seen is 5.1 sec by C&D.

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quizz - 1/8/2007 8:12:11 PM

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Who cares what the design looks like? It will sell, and be sold out. The bottomline will be how this car does against the new M3 in the track/performance numbers. If it is at least equal to or better than the M3 at a competitive price (15% cheaper than M3), it would have succeeded.

Believe me, they are not going to produce enough of these to satisfy demand.

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Lexus - 1/8/2007 8:12:42 PM

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Wow! this Lexus IS-F is definitely "stunning" love the body kit and especially the quad exhaust. It very beautifully done by Lexus. With a 5.0 liter and a V8 engine with over 400 hp and over 350 ft.-lbs. of torque. This Lexus IS-F is definitely going to gave M3, RS4 and C-AMG the run for their money.

Lexus

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Lexus - 1/8/2007 8:27:03 PM

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You can just see it now! all the "FEAR" in the Audi, MB and BMW fanboy. Are you scare, Yeah...you better be, because this baby is going to kick some "A$$" This thing is going to sales like pancake.

Ah..ha...ha...ha..ha...ha...ha...ha...LOL

Lexus IS-F is going to take over this sport segement really soon. It look way better than the new M3, C63 AMG and Audi RS4 for sure.

By the way Lexus dealer I would like one please in ruby red.

Lexus

ah...ha...ha..ha..ha..ha..ha..ha..

Ah...ha...ha...ha...ha...ha...ha...ha....

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SilverAero - 1/9/2007 2:22:28 AM

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I'm not scared and i'm a bit of a cadillac fan

Lexus - 1/8/2007 8:40:40 PM

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I don't reply to dweeb or speak dweeb language, LOL :) ah..ha..ha..ha... so I don't know what you're saying.

Lexus

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bthuss - 1/8/2007 8:43:44 PM

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dont know the perofrmance on this car, but holy k-rist is it ugly. the is350 is already not a good looking car but this is terrible.

the RS4 is subtle and beautiful. this is nothing short of an abomination.

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SupraNeverBack - 1/8/2007 8:59:24 PM

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"RS4 is subtle and beautiful."

Can we just say bland and boring as A4?

SupraNeverBack - 1/9/2007 12:37:08 AM

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400+HP?

Don't be shocked if Lexus do it 450hp.

Also not be too surprised if it will run 0-60 very close to 4.0s.

Funny, they had to change 0-60 in under 5s to less than 4.9s after the R&T's IS350 test. ^0^

SupraNeverBack - 1/9/2007 12:39:40 AM

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Sorry, wrong reply.

Dan8288 - 1/8/2007 9:45:34 PM

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The IS-F looks aggressive and outrageous. Sure makes the RS4 and other competitors look sedate, standing still. Maybe Lexus overdid it a little with the looks; I love the way the IS 250 and IS 350 look--this car seems like its on steroids. But of course we have yet to find out how it performs. But it looks promising!

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huu76 - 1/8/2007 10:03:04 PM

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Lexus could've totally messed up and made it look like a BMW.

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huu76 - 1/8/2007 10:10:05 PM

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If all the numbers hold true for both Lexus and BMW, talk about taking away and eating Bangle's cake. (he's only a sorry excuse for design, but he represents BMW).

The first head2head comparison test should be very interesting.

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JRobUSC - 1/9/2007 3:51:26 PM

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taking Bangle's cake and eating it too? Wow, some of you brand whores are ridiculous (and that goes for ALL brands, though in this case it's Lexus). Lexus sold 40k IS's in 2006. BMW sold 400k 3-series. The IS also came in behind the 3-series in every comparison test they were in together, and that was before BMW released the 335i. The IS is a great car. BUT so is the 3-series. Stop acting like the IS is a world beater.

spadog55 - 1/8/2007 10:54:53 PM

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How embarrasing! Lexus builds one for the ricer hall of shame! I think it needs a 4" coffee bean can exhaust and a powered by Lexus winshield banner. Fast and Fuglious!

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spadog55 - 1/8/2007 10:55:46 PM

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How embarrasing! Lexus builds one for the ricer hall of shame! I think it needs a 4" coffee bean can exhaust and a powered by Lexus winshield banner. Fast and Fuglious!

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spadog55 - 1/8/2007 10:55:52 PM

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How embarrasing! Lexus builds one for the ricer hall of shame! I think it needs a 4" coffee bean can exhaust and a powered by Lexus winshield banner. Fast and Fuglious!

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NARunner - 1/8/2007 11:06:28 PMView My AgentSpace

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I think it looks good. The stacked quad exhaust is unique and fits well with the rear fascia. Exterior styling is very aggressive (which I like) and the 8 speed gearbox should be interesting.

As for performance, reading Lexus' website, they estimate 400 hp from a 5 liter V8, producing 0-60 of "under 4.9 sec". I hope these are conservative figures, as i assume they are...seeing as the 415hp RS4 with AWD is capable of 4.3-4.4 sec in the 0-60 run. To me, the IS-F is competitive in this market, but I think saying that this car "destroys" everything in its class is a VERY generous statement.

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lexuslife - 1/8/2007 11:31:12 PM

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bmwdrvr as you already know what IS350 did to the 3-series, Just In Case You Wonder Is350 made them put a turbo on to keep up. so just think about what they going to put on when the 15 years old beast attack in leave them in the dust. ?????

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lexuslife - 1/9/2007 12:19:15 AM

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you cannot afford it I know so the best things you can said would be that. keep dreaming

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answer - 1/8/2007 11:50:46 PMView My AgentSpace

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Well, if Gogo says it's ugly then it must be so.

He is a student of design after all.

But in all seriousness, I hope most people share Gogo's viewpoint. I would hate to see these things with the same frequency as I do BMW's M cars.

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weaponX - 1/8/2007 11:58:33 PM

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Lexus really thinks someone in their right mind would pick this over the M3. LOL!

Get real.

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huu76 - 1/9/2007 12:05:23 AM

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Ricer this, ricer that. I think what really pisses BMW fans off is that it looks good and Lexus thought of it first to go along with the LF-A's triple exhaust. The IS-F has the looks and the numbers. Of course, it'll all come down to trunk size and engine noise (criteria will depend on how the M3 sounds) at th end of the day, and failng that, the most German logo.

We all know if Bangle had seen this ahead of time and managed to put it on a Bimmer, it'd be revolutionary.

Don't sound so surprised that the new quad exhaust is finally here, it was shown about 6 months ago.

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huu76 - 1/9/2007 12:21:19 AM

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I just looked. The LF-A's nose looks really good now (was stupid before).

Oh oh, now they'll complain that Lexus isn't taking design cues from them anymore (vice versa actually).

Hmmm, the IS-F's and LF'A's tail pipes will identify exactly what just smoked them, and the LF-A's nose will warn what's about to.

Very unique indeed.

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SupraNeverBack - 1/9/2007 12:41:57 AM

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400+HP?

Don't be shocked if Lexus do it 450hp.

Also not be too surprised if it will run 0-60 very close to 4.0s because it has 8 gears.

Funny, they had to change 0-60 in under 5s to less than 4.9s after the R&T's IS350 test. ^0^

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jacques - 1/9/2007 12:44:26 AM

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Nobody commenting on engine, 400bhp from 5 liter? pretty weak for a performance car!! they are getting approx 80- 82 bhp per liter, nowere near the performance yardstick of at least 100 bhp per liter.

the design is crappy with no personality, the m3 / rs4 owners and would be owners are not worried at all!

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AmazingBimmer - 1/9/2007 12:55:40 AM

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id rather drive a vw/ audi. thats how marginal this design looks and how underachieving the technology is (5 liters= 400 hp. get real).

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mstangpny07 - 1/9/2007 6:23:26 PMView My AgentSpace

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and with 215+ comments, it looks like this article has broken the world record for an Autospies article!!! Has anything gotten more comments than this article???

(I'm not even going to comment on the car)

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Lexus - 1/9/2007 1:14:34 AM

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it 5 liter with over 400 hp, read again, it will probably somewhere in the 450 hp range, I hope.

Anyway if you don't like it so much, why are you guys keep on clicking on the new Lexus IS-F picture and Drooling all over it. If you like it fine, go buy a VW or whatever that you like.

You guy

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