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Old 08-28-08, 12:54 PM
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I actually like this photoshop. Then again I've always had a soft spot for "shooting brake" type of cars.

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Old 08-29-08, 12:37 PM
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http://blogs.thecarconnection.com/bl...s-paris-bound/

2010 Lexus IS Convertible Is Paris-Bound

Lexus is planning a convertible version of its IS sedan, but no coupe version is planned.

A report in Autoblog, via eGMCarTech this morning, says that the Lexus SC convertible is history, and that a new IS convertible is in the pipeline. TheCarConnection.com's sources report the new convertible IS will be shown as soon as October's Paris auto show.

The Lexus IS convertible won't quite let it mirror the BMW 3-Series lineup, as no hardtop coupe version is planned for the current-generation car. However, the hardtop convertible will bring Lexus a new offering at a much lower price point than the expensive SC convertible--and reportedly, the styling will be much more cutting-edge than the SC.

Autoblog passes on word that the Lexus cabrio will come in IS 250 and IS 350 models, and they add a lightweight IS sport sedan is in the pipeline.

The Paris auto show opens to the press on October 2.
Convertible only, no coupe???!!!
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Old 08-29-08, 03:47 PM
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convertible sedan?!?!?!
wow thats something special
i havent seen a convertible sedan except for those aftermarket modified ones

or does that article mean a 2 doors convertible?
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Old 08-29-08, 04:35 PM
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that hatchback looks way nap
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Old 08-29-08, 04:44 PM
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man, a lot of empty promises from toyota nowadays...its almost as bad as honda. toyota just needs to up the PR a bit...
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Old 08-29-08, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by JessePS
still waiting
+1 ... i think it'll never happen

Originally Posted by sirCharles
oh man that hatchback is screaming NO!
agreed. looks ... cheep
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This has been discussed several times and honestly I highly doubt Toyota will release it in this generation considering they are just wrapping up a facelift for 09.
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