IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models
View Poll Results: Will you purchase the new IS-F?
Yes I am planning to get on the waiting list as soon as that becomes available
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12.57%
I am going to wait for more feedback and reviews before I decide
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32.79%
I love my IS, and I don't need all those extra horses
49
26.78%
Too pricey, forget it
43
23.50%
In that price range, there are other options.. I'll consider them
8
4.37%
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Are you going to purchase the new IS-F in December 07?

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Old 12-19-06 | 01:44 PM
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Originally Posted by linh811
+1. thats my exact plan. You can drive off with a base C6 vette for around $40k and blow the pants of the IS-F
Great minds think alike... LoL! They actually have a pretty good lease on them too!!!
Old 12-19-06 | 01:45 PM
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i don't really understand why you guys would sell your is350 when its generally the same car. You'll be having the same style IS for that much longer. Same applies to those who traded your is250 for a 350.
Old 12-19-06 | 01:46 PM
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I guess someone adjusted the poll with an additional option for price range. Makes the poll more accurate I suppose.
Old 12-19-06 | 02:14 PM
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Originally Posted by ZD-Lexus
I guess someone adjusted the poll with an additional option for price range. Makes the poll more accurate I suppose.
Changing the choices after the poll has started, especially since those who have already voted are unable to change their selection if one of the new choices is a better fit, makes the results much less accurate.
Old 12-19-06 | 02:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Bichon
Changing the choices after the poll has started, especially since those who have already voted are unable to change their selection if one of the new choices is a better fit, makes the results much less accurate.
Clear your cookies and vote again. Then, if you could be so kind state that you are retracting your vote somewhere. But then the OP has to keep up with it!
Old 12-19-06 | 02:19 PM
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My impression is that someone with admin abilities may have changed that. I wish they didn't.
Old 12-19-06 | 03:57 PM
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Originally Posted by ZD-Lexus
I wonder which one of us will post their pics first on this site. lol.
Hahaha... We'll have to wait and see.
Old 12-19-06 | 03:59 PM
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What changes / additions were made to the poll? (I can see that it was edited and by whom but not what was added). Just the "In that price range, there are other options.. I'll consider them " option?

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Old 12-19-06 | 06:36 PM
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I'd probably get an M3 or get a used Cayman S by that time.
Old 12-19-06 | 07:02 PM
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Originally Posted by DaveGS4
What changes / additions were made to the poll? (I can see that it was edited and by whom but not what was added). Just the "In that price range, there are other options.. I'll consider them " option?
Yes, that was the only change that was made.
Old 12-19-06 | 08:18 PM
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There is a market out there for the type of car is the IS-F is. If you own a Corvette and you need to have a backseat, you have to buy another car. Now I know you're thinking, "If you can afford that car, you can also afford a 2nd car", and I'd say that is generally true.

But some people want a vehicle that they can have a trans-continental thrash with. Something they could take to the track and have fun with, but not necessarily want to blow the doors off the local racing professional.

Some people also probably prefer the subdued looks of a high power sports sedan. Law enforcement wouldn't immediately notice the difference, allowing you to fly under the radar. You also don't get every local "ricer" revving on you because they don't know what you have.

There is nothing wrong with going fast and being comfortable while you're at it. That's what the appeal of the IS-F is.

The //M3 is an awesome sports car, but it's still IMO designed to be a touring car 1st. If you want a pure sports car, you can have one for that money, but if your situation or desire leads to you an IS-F, AMG Benz, or //M3 then there will be nothing wrong with any of these automobiles. Look at the success of the //M5. It's no Ferrari, but it's a lot of power with the practicality of 4-doors.

I'm not trying to say that one is better than the other, but for I'm just trying to shed some light on why someone may want an IS-F, while others do not.
Old 12-19-06 | 09:53 PM
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No on the IS-F. Will be saving the money for either of the two, hopefully in the next 3 years. Will trade in the BMW and get....

1. Audi R8
2. Lexus SC430 (the replacement of this car, not current model) Of course, this one's the wife's choice!
Old 12-20-06 | 12:04 AM
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An R8?!? That's not even close to being in the same price range!!!

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Old 12-20-06 | 12:31 AM
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I have an IS250 so it would be more reasonable for me to trade in my car for the IS-F than the guys that owns an IS350

I'm going to wait for the reviews and feedback then decide.
Old 12-20-06 | 05:52 AM
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Default Whadaya think the "F" in IS-F stands for?

effing "Fast" ???


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