Help me decide between IS and ES
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It sounds like I only have two choices.
Get an IS, or wait until Lexus gets the ES issues resolved. I am not a fan of the GS or LS. I prefer the IS since it is the closest to a BMW feel.
I noticed the interior metal trim in the IS looks liks plastic, not real metal. Surprising for a Lexus.
Get an IS, or wait until Lexus gets the ES issues resolved. I am not a fan of the GS or LS. I prefer the IS since it is the closest to a BMW feel.
I noticed the interior metal trim in the IS looks liks plastic, not real metal. Surprising for a Lexus.
BTW, have you looked into '07 Infiniti G35? That comes closer to BMW ride-feel than IS. Tight steering, 306 hp engine, completely redesigned with a high quality leather and material inside, etc. I personally drove it and didn't like it cause the ride was too stiff, steering wheel was way too tight, and gear shifting was not as smooth. But, that is my personal opinion. Check it out yourself. You will not get the same reliability as Lexus, but it will be another option which could help you make up your mind...
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Well I checked out both the IS and ES today.
I liked the outside of the IS, but it is about the size of a Corolla. (Is it based on the Corolla?) It drove nice, but frankly after having several BMW's it does not come close.
So I think for me since I already own a BMW when I want a sports car drive, I will opt fo the ES to pamper myself. I don't think the IS would give me the sport or the comfort, it is more a little of both.
I liked the outside of the IS, but it is about the size of a Corolla. (Is it based on the Corolla?) It drove nice, but frankly after having several BMW's it does not come close.
So I think for me since I already own a BMW when I want a sports car drive, I will opt fo the ES to pamper myself. I don't think the IS would give me the sport or the comfort, it is more a little of both.
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Well I checked out both the IS and ES today.
I liked the outside of the IS, but it is about the size of a Corolla. (Is it based on the Corolla?) It drove nice, but frankly after having several BMW's it does not come close.
So I think for me since I already own a BMW when I want a sports car drive, I will opt fo the ES to pamper myself. I don't think the IS would give me the sport or the comfort, it is more a little of both.
I liked the outside of the IS, but it is about the size of a Corolla. (Is it based on the Corolla?) It drove nice, but frankly after having several BMW's it does not come close.
So I think for me since I already own a BMW when I want a sports car drive, I will opt fo the ES to pamper myself. I don't think the IS would give me the sport or the comfort, it is more a little of both.
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I never gave them a second thought myself or looked at anything other than MB or Lexus for that matter until problems with my former ES350. I drove the sport version of 07 G35 and was very impressed with it and they had just come in so no non-sport sedans were PDI'd for a drive.
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I care to respectfully disagree . I have driven every single Lexus and most very hard and have owned multiple. In order
1. 01-05 IS 300
2. 06+ IS 250/350 sport
3. 92-99 SC 300/400
4. 06 GS 430/450h with AVS (now with the optional AAAS, I would place them right with the 2. car, those active sway bars make that much of a difference)
5. 98-05 GS 300/400/430
6. 02+ SC 430
Now that is just my opinion but I stand by it.
1. 01-05 IS 300
2. 06+ IS 250/350 sport
3. 92-99 SC 300/400
4. 06 GS 430/450h with AVS (now with the optional AAAS, I would place them right with the 2. car, those active sway bars make that much of a difference)
5. 98-05 GS 300/400/430
6. 02+ SC 430
Now that is just my opinion but I stand by it.
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