Spoiler Or No Spoiler?!
08-03-06, 10:15 AM
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Originally Posted by jt4you
Hey guys, im going to order an '07. I'm debating whether or not to get a spoiler, any thoughts?
but why not just order it and install it urself? I heard that u do not need to drill any hole or anything (3M tape) If u get it from the dealership, theyll charge u $$$
08-03-06, 10:31 AM
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I don't have one, I do think it looks cleaner w/out - I've heard some owners have unequal gaps b/w the spoiler and trunk lid. That said, if the dealer is willing to install one for free, I would've gone for it - it's a $355 option. One other thought, how do you close the trunk lid ? - I usually put my hand right above the lexus logo to shut the trunk - but that's where the spoiler would be ???
08-03-06, 10:32 AM
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I actually think it makes the car look a bit narrower.
I guess because it adds a little height to the trunk lid.
I once saw several ISs side-by-side at the dealer and the cars with the spoiler looked narrower.
Just my perception.
I guess because it adds a little height to the trunk lid.
I once saw several ISs side-by-side at the dealer and the cars with the spoiler looked narrower.
Just my perception.
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08-03-06, 11:08 AM
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[QUOTE=. One other thought, how do you close the trunk lid ? - I usually put my hand right above the lexus logo to shut the trunk - but that's where the spoiler would be ???[/QUOTE]
Just use the handle Lexus put inside the trunk to pull it down. A quick, brisk pull and the lid is closed. Keeps my hands/fingers from touching the outside and putting on smudges, fingerprints, etc.
And after much thought I decided that the car looks great w/o the spoiler. Just MO.
Just use the handle Lexus put inside the trunk to pull it down. A quick, brisk pull and the lid is closed. Keeps my hands/fingers from touching the outside and putting on smudges, fingerprints, etc.
And after much thought I decided that the car looks great w/o the spoiler. Just MO.
08-03-06, 11:09 AM
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Agree with all you non spolier types. Now if I were to get a G35 coupe...then without question. It really adds to the character of that car. But 2is IMO looks smoother without it...too small...not needed. If it were thrown on for free I still would not want it...so certainly would not pay or negotiate on this point. 
If it were not a standard accessory and most did not have it, I'm sure someone would call it rice.
Where does the term rice/ricer come from or originate. Everytime I use it like i'm a true enthusiats that likes only worthwhile mods, a few of my freinds ask me what it means or where did I hear the term. I think it's funny and have found it used on these forums a lot.
If it were not a standard accessory and most did not have it, I'm sure someone would call it rice.
Where does the term rice/ricer come from or originate. Everytime I use it like i'm a true enthusiats that likes only worthwhile mods, a few of my freinds ask me what it means or where did I hear the term. I think it's funny and have found it used on these forums a lot.
08-03-06, 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by sirCharles
Agree with all you non spolier types. Now if I were to get a G35 coupe...then without question. It really adds to the character of that car. But 2is IMO looks smoother without it...too small...not needed. If it were thrown on for free I still would not want it...so certainly would not pay or negotiate on this point.
If it were not a standard accessory and most did not have it, I'm sure someone would call it rice.
Where does the term rice/ricer come from or originate. Everytime I use it like i'm a true enthusiats that likes only worthwhile mods, a few of my freinds ask me what it means or where did I hear the term. I think it's funny and have found it used on these forums a lot.
If it were not a standard accessory and most did not have it, I'm sure someone would call it rice.
Where does the term rice/ricer come from or originate. Everytime I use it like i'm a true enthusiats that likes only worthwhile mods, a few of my freinds ask me what it means or where did I hear the term. I think it's funny and have found it used on these forums a lot.
As to the origin of the rice term, I believe it was first used to describe cheap, non-performing cars on which some youngsters, historically Asian males, stuck stickers and other adornments to make it look like a muscle car. Picture a 15 year old Honda Civic with a 4-banger on which the owner placed a spoiler, fake hood scoop, cheap body kit and various manufacturer’s stickers suggesting non-existent performance mods, then you have your stereotypical rice rocket.
08-03-06, 11:56 AM
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get it but try not to pay dealer price man. way too much $ for what you get back. have them toss that in for free as part of the deal. thats what i did and saved over $600