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Old 03-17-13, 12:21 AM
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So I am deciding between GS and IS but I was wonder of any mods I could do to the GS to make it faster than the IS? Something cheap like cold air intakes or anything thing like that?? Please help.
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Faster in acceleration? 0-60? 30-90?
Faster top end?
Faster 1/4 mile?
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all you have is google search and compared both cars. GS! are niceee
Old 03-17-13, 10:17 AM
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From a previous IS owner, get the GS it is nicer. Just stick to 07-up gs350's
Old 03-17-13, 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Koolguy893
So I am deciding between GS and IS but I was wonder of any mods I could do to the GS to make it faster than the IS? Something cheap like cold air intakes or anything thing like that?? Please help.
The same upgrades you can put on a IS are the same that can be done on a GS. You may be able to beat a stock IS in a GS with intake ($150)/full exhaust ($1200+) alone but I don't think it would be enough. You'd probably have to get headers ($1000) as well and then you could beat a stock IS for sure. But if an IS had those same upgrades, you wouldn't stand a chance.
Old 03-17-13, 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by anthrax144
The same upgrades you can put on a IS are the same that can be done on a GS. You may be able to beat a stock IS in a GS with intake ($150)/full exhaust ($1200+) alone but I don't think it would be enough. You'd probably have to get headers ($1000) as well and then you could beat a stock IS for sure. But if an IS had those same upgrades, you wouldn't stand a chance.
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I guess in a quarter mile and 0–60 but thanks for the the help!!
Old 03-18-13, 09:06 AM
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Folks usually get the GS over the IS for the comfort, size and space. Which is more important to you? Space or quickness? For me, the GS350 has plenty of get up and go.
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Concur with TWong,
It came down to comfort for me. I like small sporty cars yet the IS just felt like I was in a Civic - not amenities, just felt cramped. The IS350 definitely felt more nimble however.

Cheers
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Like I have said before, please if you haven't, test drive both to find out which one you really want. You will have a better perspective on which one you want.
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Get the GS 460 and have a faster, more comfortable car.

Tex
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Originally Posted by texbanc
Get the GS 460 and have a faster, more comfortable car.

Tex
+1 Plus the 460 is more reliable engine
Old 03-19-13, 08:49 AM
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GS FTW
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460 if u don't mine the gas mileage.
Old 03-20-13, 12:11 AM
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Why not 450h, it's 3rd fastest in Lexus line up.


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