IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models
View Poll Results: Would you get the exact same IS?
I'd get the exact same car - model, options & color!
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18.99%
I'd downgrade/upgrade to 250/350/F.
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16.76%
I'd get a different color.
12
6.70%
I'd get different options.
25
13.97%
I'd mix the choices above.
22
12.29%
I'd get an entirely different car.
56
31.28%
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Would you get the same IS next time?

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Old 05-06-08, 07:22 AM
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As much as I enjoy the power, luxury, comfort and class of my IS350, I'd want my next car to be a bit sportier with better steering feel. The cars I'd put on my short list would be the Audi S5, the BMW 335i coupe, and the M3.
Old 05-06-08, 07:36 AM
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Although I'd say i would get a new color... it is tempting to learn how to drive stick and go get an Audi S5 but i would need a daily driver.
Old 05-06-08, 07:47 AM
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I'd like to jump to the ISF, but with gas prices where they are, I'd have to seriously consider another 250.
Old 05-06-08, 07:48 AM
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Originally Posted by nabbun
I'm moving up to a Porsche Cayman S next
Modified 350 or Porsche Cayenne Turbo will be next....
Old 05-06-08, 08:31 AM
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Regardless of what others say about IS manual trans, it's ton of fun to drive!
Old 05-06-08, 08:38 AM
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everyone on CL must be rich or financially optimistic
Old 05-06-08, 08:40 AM
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I wouldn't have bought a new car and waited until I could have bought the car I really want BMW 650i
Old 05-06-08, 08:41 AM
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Originally Posted by ihkskim
everyone on CL must be rich or financially optimistic
or crazy like me to go threw so many cars and waste money
Old 05-06-08, 08:53 AM
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If it were totalled in an accident tomorrow, I'd more than likely get another IS350, but with Sport or Lux (Hey, I've only had my IS for 2 months).

If it was a few years from now, I'd get a totally new vehicle. I've never had the same make/model twice.
Old 05-06-08, 09:20 AM
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Can we select multiple items on the poll?

Anyways i dont have a problem with my 250 but if i were given a chance at purchasing another car i would want:

1. new color (starfire pearl, my first choice)
2. Luxury package
3. If i had the cash, upgrade to the 350
Old 05-06-08, 09:23 AM
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I would get a 997 Porsche 911 C2S or C4S
Old 05-06-08, 10:05 AM
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I still think the IS350 is the best car out there in the price range, especially when you consider the true OTD selling price. I'd keep mine, though I do wish I got memory seats and the tilting mirrors function. It's embarassing how far I park away from the curb sometimes... It was my mistake to assume the memory seats and tilting mirrors were standard, or at least with the "premium package"...
Old 05-06-08, 10:25 AM
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I will probably upgrade to the IS-F/M3/C63 range.
Old 05-06-08, 11:08 AM
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funny question.. even though i hope it doesn't happen.. however, if it did, i think i would end up getting another car.. everyday on the freeway going to work or even on the weekends, i see about 5 IS per day or i'll just get the money and put a lip kit on
Old 05-06-08, 11:15 AM
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I'd would pick up a used 06-07 M5 10-15K for about the same $$ as ISF.


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