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Old 07-31-07, 03:01 AM
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here are some highlights of the article regarding the 2k8 is:

- illuminated doorsteps
- coin holder
- $200 increase
- possible addition of the EMV by the 4th model year

the article said that the EMV was to make to stock nav/sound system into a multimedia centerpiece of the vehicle.

now can someone explain to me what EMV is?
Old 07-31-07, 04:06 AM
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EMV = Electric Multi-Vision Screen

That is 7' LCD + Navigation ^o^
Old 07-31-07, 05:14 AM
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yes, because in taiwan, the EMV is not available right now
Old 07-31-07, 06:01 AM
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Default IS350 delete sunroof

I was looking to replace by daily driver with IS350, but at 6ft 2" 260 the sunroof steals valuable real estate.

When i visited my dealer here in Houston what I was told was that it only comes one way. That I could not delete the moonroof.

Now I just read below that in Canada you can order without the moon roof. Is that a Candian only option?

I wodul really rather not move bigger to the GS.

Steve
Old 07-31-07, 07:36 AM
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Dang, no hard drive which we can reverse-install....
Old 07-31-07, 07:45 AM
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I Wouldnt Mind Getting New Designed Side Mirrors!..*
Old 07-31-07, 07:45 AM
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Can we buy the coin holder for our normal 06/07 2IS??
Old 07-31-07, 07:46 AM
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Also, new woodgrain.
Old 07-31-07, 09:19 AM
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I will def be in for the illuminated door steps depending on how they look and work.
Old 07-31-07, 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by XtrabOoSt
I Wouldnt Mind Getting New Designed Side Mirrors!..*
Hopefully it's a blinking one. I've always wanted those.
Old 07-31-07, 09:42 AM
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Still no built-in HDD or iPod compatibility... weak...
Old 07-31-07, 12:29 PM
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Originally Posted by ben_r_
I will def be in for the illuminated door steps depending on how they look and work.
But they are white--I think the blue ones from the Sport/Lux Pkg will look better.
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Originally Posted by aira
Hopefully it's a blinking one. I've always wanted those.
The ES gets new outside mirrors; the IS just gets backlit mirror switches:

http://pressroom.toyota.com/Releases...T2007072794732
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No word about redesigned front seats for more rear leg room???
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Here are the changes release by Lexus on July 27th. Go to Club Lexus homepage for article.

1. Illuminated Back side of side mirrors
2. Additional Coin Holder
3. WHITE illuminated scuff guards

As you can see - minimal changes. Nothing to keep anyone from grabbing a deal on an 07 versus waiting for 08.


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