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Lexus IS-F
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Lexus announces the Taste of Lexus "Evening Edition" for one night only in each of the following locations: Chicago (Arlington Park), NY (Jackson, NJ), and Miami (Miami Gardens). This Taste "lite" has been created in recognition of performance enthusiasts, and will focus all test drives exclusively on a short performance course, normally reserved for the IS and GS only. The IS F will also be showcased, with demonstration runs on a dynomometer available. These evening events will occur as shown:
Chicago area
Saturday, September 8; 7-10pm
Arlington Park
2200 West Euclid Ave.
Arlington Heights (Parking Lot A)
NY Area
Saturday, September 22; 7-10pm
Six Flags Great Adventure
1 SixFlags Blvd. - Route 537
Jackson, NJ (Hurricane Harbor lot)
Miami Area
Saturday, October 20; 7-10pm
Calder Race Course
21001 NW 27th Ave.
Miami Gardens (Lot C, E, F)
Please note that the only way to register for these evening sessions is by phone: 1-888-236-9117. The call center is open 24/7 to assist with reservations and to provide more information. Registration for the evening edition may NOT be completed online, however general information is available at www.TasteofLexus.com. We look forward to seeing you at one of these events!
Chicago area
Saturday, September 8; 7-10pm
Arlington Park
2200 West Euclid Ave.
Arlington Heights (Parking Lot A)
NY Area
Saturday, September 22; 7-10pm
Six Flags Great Adventure
1 SixFlags Blvd. - Route 537
Jackson, NJ (Hurricane Harbor lot)
Miami Area
Saturday, October 20; 7-10pm
Calder Race Course
21001 NW 27th Ave.
Miami Gardens (Lot C, E, F)
Please note that the only way to register for these evening sessions is by phone: 1-888-236-9117. The call center is open 24/7 to assist with reservations and to provide more information. Registration for the evening edition may NOT be completed online, however general information is available at www.TasteofLexus.com. We look forward to seeing you at one of these events!
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Here are my impressions:
IS-F: This is really not a dyno test instead it's a simulated 1/4-mile run on a dyno. I got to sit in the IS-F, drive it to 4th gear (I got to shift it myself), let go of the gas and let it coast. Overall, the V8 is pretty impressive, I'll say it is definitely over 420HP. It doesn't have a traditional V8 low grunt, instead it has a high pitch scream, very nice. The 8-speed transmission shifts fast under manual mode. May not be as fast as the DSG but is definitely faster than the regular IS and other shift-tronics out there. I really wasn't a fan on how does the IS-F look when it debut back in January but this is one of those cars that pictures just don't do it justice. The side profile is very nice, the bulk hood doesn't look out of shape and the big vent on the side looks reserve and not boy-racer like. Bottom line is this is a pretty impressive effort from Lexus but would be better if they drop a manual tranny in there.
LS600hL: The interior is much better than the regular LS. The dash, door panel and center console are all covered by leather. Very nice. Is it worth over 100 grand? I don't know since I am not into the ubber-luxury sedans. This is definitely not a driver's car, may have more appeal to backseat buyers with the massage captain's chair and all the goodies in the back. Overall it is a worthy competitor to the S600 and 760iL.
GS350: Drove the GS350 on a small track, it has good pickup, decent brake and went through the corner with ease. Overall speaking, with the 2GR-FSE under the hood it felt like a bigger IS350 with a softer suspension. For anyone who likes the IS350 but needs a bigger backseat this is definitely a good alternative.
Side note: The Lexus rep told us while waiting to drive the IS-F that there are definitely other F models in the pipeline. I asked him so does that mean the GS-F is definitely coming. He said: Shh...
Here's the picture I tood with the IS-F on the Dyno:
Could you give any experience about your car. driving road feel handling comfort etc etc.
What were you driving before getting the IS F
LOL he step hard on gas and quickly found it that your car was faster than his :P
Careful running into a S63 or 65 amg
Enjoy your ride hope to get your reply.
because I see the same people everyday driving in and there is 1 guy I see all the time he has S 400 MB I took him apart today got it up to about 105 mph it seem like in about 5 sec the handle on this car is for real they Lexus did a great job with this car for a 1st time sports car
WOW that must have been A GREAT feeling. Careful going up to those speeds
Those darn radars are coming everywhere. Definitely a great job on thier first attempt.
I was never a Lexus fan until this car came out I still love Acura's my wife has a 07 MDX so I have been driving Acura since 1991 if you like speed and handle and a sure ride here is the car for you!! tonight I will be out there to see what it can do again... lol
Well I have been a lexus fan for around 2 years very nice electronics from japan (WHICH YOU CAN TRUST)
LOL you are kind of a racer.
Dangerous on road
First of all got to tell you enjoy reading your posts.
I am sure your enjoying...
Do post if you race again
also people are coming up to me asking what is this I never heard of it
Asking about what?
I plan to get a suv I am kind of sad that lexus doesn't bring any kind of sporty suvs like bmw does.
Its good to know your happy with your car.
Those exhaust gets a lot of attention...
Had any race lately?
Which suv are you talking about. this 1 L F X
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I agree the interior is concept but the exterior like a station wagon.
Lexus are selling their suvs quite well but dont they care about new customers nothing in the lexus line up which you could compare will cars like RRS cayenne x5 x6. ML.FX.
I agree their car line up is good but suvs
but people trash this car so bad but I like the car it goes thru the snow with no problem with the SH-AWD
What do you mean people trash this car?
1. Car isn't fast enough
2. Or people don't like it?
3. Isn't good or fast enough ?
heard they are coming out a V8 with rear wheel drive 420hp in 2010 I'm gonna hold on to my RL and see what happens that!!
So your next car will be the new Acura?
I have not drove the RL in three weeks that Lexus IS F is taking my time up for now, I keep saying today I'm gonna let it rest and the next thing I know I'm on the highway with it....lol
LOL, Well since its been a long time Im sure you given the IS F some rest.
friend of mine was on the highway last night he told me I passed him and he flashed his lights to try and say hi the next thing he knew I was out of sight, he got up to 90mph before he said I'll see him tomorrow..
How fast were you driving? Careful hope you don't get a big ticket or perhaps you already got 1 :confuse: :P
As for me still nothing interesting yet from Lexus suv line up
Free gas ??? Is that exclusive to the IS-F ??? I have a GS350, no free gas at 1000 miles. The 5000 service is due in a few weeks, do I need to ask for this ??? I know the first 2 services are free, but gas ???
What was the sticker (how much of a discount did you get)?
I got a $7K discount on a GS back in May, but I dont think they were discounting the IS-F AT ALL. I think they were all pre sold before they even hit the dealership !!! Sounds GREAT !!!