2009 IS facelift (merged threads)
08-24-08, 11:13 PM
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I really can't say I like the new front grille though. Too much chrome and the bigger more-separated bars make the IS look too old and luxurious like an ES or GS. The sporty young look seems to have disappeared from the front end.
08-25-08, 12:16 AM
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What no one has noticed is the center lower intake opening is larger or taller than on the '08. It looks to extend up to the level of the foglight cut-outs, whereas ours sits lower, creating a heavier looking bumper. I like the new look there, as more open air intake space looks sportier.
Don't care for the bling grille though. Side mirrors still look like dumbo ears.
Pics of the new 2009 IS model!!!!
08-25-08, 04:47 PM
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What no one has noticed is the center lower intake opening is larger or taller than on the '08. It looks to extend up to the level of the foglight cut-outs, whereas ours sits lower, creating a heavier looking bumper. I like the new look there, as more open air intake space looks sportier.
Don't care for the bling grille though. Side mirrors still look like dumbo ears.
Don't care for the bling grille though. Side mirrors still look like dumbo ears.
What are you talking about? People noticed it pages and pages ago in this thread. It's no mystery that the center air dam is larger.
And as for the side mirrors, they look a lot better now that they're smaller, I think. The turn signals are whatever to me.
And yes, the new grill isn't looking very promising. We'll have to see some better photos of it, but as of now, it definitely makes the IS look way too... old-person. The car isn't as aggressive now with all that chrome in the front. The size of the grill was just fine before.
