IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models

IS350 vs GS430

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Old 06-14-06 | 03:32 PM
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Originally Posted by ARM0R
All in all, it's my opinion. Whether other people take it or not.
Toyota defines car with Toyota badge as economy car, and Lexus as Luxury/Prestige car.
Looking at GS, LS, ES, you'll can tell it looks like Toyota line or has Toyota gene. For IS, only the side looks like Toyota. The rest looks so agressive and UNIQUE. That's what we call good design.
Like old BMW, you can tell it's a BMW when it's approaching. Not like the new one like 5 or 3 series which looks more like Korean car.
For Lexus, you don't feel comfortable when yoru friends say that "Ah, it looks like a Toyota". What I want people say is "It's a so well-designed car, and looks very sporty/classy" on and on.
Whatever, beauty is in the eye of beholder. I'm just an outsider.

In case you're curious what I own, look here:
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?show...l=paddle+shift
Warranty is about to expires (another 450 miles), so I'm considering IS as my next car. GS ride/handling cannot hold a candle for BMW's handling. However, I like IS because the front and rear looks so agressive, and car is small with excellent power 306hp for 3500lb car. Also, good ML system, nav, and Toyota simple, but quality things, are the main factor. Prestige is my lowest priority.
Anyhew, fun to join here to learn about this car first because buying it. Plan for 2007 model or late 2006.

Best Regards.
I don't think the new 3 and 5 look like any Korean car, at least not more so than the new IS. IS350 is much shorter than the BMW 530i and yet it weights more, no good.
Old 06-14-06 | 03:36 PM
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Originally Posted by harksud23
Pound for Pound and Dollar for Dollar, which Lex is better in overall looks and drive?
Great first post. How about Search, we have discussed this. And of course the IS forum will be pro-IS.

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