New Body Style ES VS Old Body Style, Which is Better?
08-02-02, 09:03 AM
#31
Lexus Test Driver
minor exterior revisions for 95-96
the 95-96 models had rectangular, white, reflector-type foglamps, while the 92-94 had round, yellow, projector type foglamps. The 95-96 have the "ES300" on the trunklid to the right of the L , while the 92-94 have the "ES300" on the bottom of the right taillight.
Not major differences, although there's always people on this board trying to "clear" the yellow fogs in the 92-94 cars.
Not major differences, although there's always people on this board trying to "clear" the yellow fogs in the 92-94 cars.
08-02-02, 01:49 PM
#32
Lexus Test Driver
Re: Unbiased 94 Owner
Originally posted by TheOfficeBoy
I drive a 94 ES300, and I totally agree with everyone who posted that the 94 has the nicest front end. I just find it so sleek, aggressive, yet tasteful. I really like the headlight treatment too (I think the headlamps bear more than a passing resemblance to those on the Lancer Evo VII... Look at the EVO and you will see what I mean). I just wish those foglamps looked better (white instead of yellow, but everything else is fine) . I prefer the round fogs on the 94 to the rectangular lights on 95-96s and the vampire-fang fogs on 97-2001. As for the rear, I love the curves and the creases on the 94, but I hate the taillights (look so dull and jumbled together). Regarding the teillights, the '01 model shines (no pun intended). However, the front end doesn't look as agressive(I think the secret is in the wide grill of the 94, which gives it an evil grin). Plus, the silhoutte is just far more sporty. However, the 2002 ES300 looks absolutely awesome in a body kit (check the gallery for it)
As for interiors, I thought the 94-96 had a nicer feel (2nd gen felt cheaper, some even lacked the CD-changer), but neither can compare to the 02. My only gripes with the 94 are the badly placed cupholders, and the inadequate lighting for the tach/speedo displays (Subsquent gens are far better in this respect).
As for my being unbiased, I may have a 94, but because my dad is a Lexus salesman, I have been in every generation of ES300. In fact, I almost exchanged my 94 for a 98. The only thing that stopped me was the lack of a cd changer, and the fact that the interior felt less luxurious (How will I survive if I can't find another car with black leather? It's just so sexy...)
As for those who don't like the 2002 front end, I used to hate it as well. However, it's an acquired taste, and with time, I found myself liking it more (though still not as much as the 94)
I drive a 94 ES300, and I totally agree with everyone who posted that the 94 has the nicest front end. I just find it so sleek, aggressive, yet tasteful. I really like the headlight treatment too (I think the headlamps bear more than a passing resemblance to those on the Lancer Evo VII... Look at the EVO and you will see what I mean). I just wish those foglamps looked better (white instead of yellow, but everything else is fine) . I prefer the round fogs on the 94 to the rectangular lights on 95-96s and the vampire-fang fogs on 97-2001. As for the rear, I love the curves and the creases on the 94, but I hate the taillights (look so dull and jumbled together). Regarding the teillights, the '01 model shines (no pun intended). However, the front end doesn't look as agressive(I think the secret is in the wide grill of the 94, which gives it an evil grin). Plus, the silhoutte is just far more sporty. However, the 2002 ES300 looks absolutely awesome in a body kit (check the gallery for it)
As for interiors, I thought the 94-96 had a nicer feel (2nd gen felt cheaper, some even lacked the CD-changer), but neither can compare to the 02. My only gripes with the 94 are the badly placed cupholders, and the inadequate lighting for the tach/speedo displays (Subsquent gens are far better in this respect).
As for my being unbiased, I may have a 94, but because my dad is a Lexus salesman, I have been in every generation of ES300. In fact, I almost exchanged my 94 for a 98. The only thing that stopped me was the lack of a cd changer, and the fact that the interior felt less luxurious (How will I survive if I can't find another car with black leather? It's just so sexy...)
As for those who don't like the 2002 front end, I used to hate it as well. However, it's an acquired taste, and with time, I found myself liking it more (though still not as much as the 94)
I have a 95 with rectanglar white fogs and i'm tellin u, cuz the fogs are placed below the grill and inbetween the headlights, the car looks agressive. I wish I had the circular fogs as in the 92-94, they look more distinctive.
Bout the taillights-- I've been looking into modifying them this past month, I was wondering whether anyone has red-out their tails. I'm a little nervous about doing this because I don't know how they'd look. Another possiblity is painting the middle section of the taillight either silver or white kinda like the 00-01 tails. CAN N E ONE PHOTOSHOP THIS?
thanks
08-02-02, 01:58 PM
#33
Lexus Test Driver
Re: minor exterior revisions for 95-96
Originally posted by squarehat
the 95-96 models had rectangular, white, reflector-type foglamps, while the 92-94 had round, yellow, projector type foglamps. The 95-96 have the "ES300" on the trunklid to the right of the L , while the 92-94 have the "ES300" on the bottom of the right taillight.
Not major differences, although there's always people on this board trying to "clear" the yellow fogs in the 92-94 cars.
the 95-96 models had rectangular, white, reflector-type foglamps, while the 92-94 had round, yellow, projector type foglamps. The 95-96 have the "ES300" on the trunklid to the right of the L , while the 92-94 have the "ES300" on the bottom of the right taillight.
Not major differences, although there's always people on this board trying to "clear" the yellow fogs in the 92-94 cars.
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