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07-13-12, 02:06 PM

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Class 106: Joe talks about how FSports accessories create the best balance and experience

07-13-12, 03:53 PM

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From what I've read on CL, the transmission in the ISx50 is an automatic with gear limiting from the paddle shifters but not true manual shifting. Is that correct? Also, does this transmission provide rev matching on downshifts? (I'm taking my LS in for service soon and I'll try to get an IS250 loaner so I can test this myself.)

My luck day - Friday the 13th. My loaner is an IS 250 F Sport. And it does handle a bit better than my IS F - it feels a bit better balanced and nimble. Of course it is much slower and also does not brake as well. And I've confirmed the gear-limiting aspect of the transmission that makes it harder to keep the car in the gear you want.

But I think the IS 250 F Sport would make a good track car, especially with a better auto or a manual transmission.

I like it. I was smiling when driving it.

Thanks,

07-13-12, 08:54 PM

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