2009 IS facelift (merged threads)
09-02-08, 10:59 AM
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We can't expect much when Lexus pushes through just a "Refresh" on a current model...
The IS model just pretty much followed what Lexus did to the 2008 GS Model... Which it didn't take much to figure out what Lexus' plans were for the 2009 IS.
Almost just a quick correction for you...
Recent example 2006-2007 GS Model had a Refresh in 2008... Which means the original design stuck around for only 2 years.. Minor changes occured this year.
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The current ISx50, which lasted 2006-2008... has gotten a Refresh just after 3 years...
Again minor changes to bumpers, tailights, interior, wheels, etc, etc...
(psst new 2009+ GFX kit on the way.. will only work on those new bumpers)
Nothing ground breaking.. Its when they change the entire design from bumper to bumper, is when it really matters in all honesty.
Which for Lexus is usually after 5 years.. with the Exception of the current out dated SC430, which is now starting is 7th year...
Another example, there was never really a "Refresh" on the 2001-2005 IS300... just some very, very small updates.. Bumpers remained the same, tailights remained the same except for some extra "Smoke" if you know what I mean...
On a personal note, I am glad I got my 2008 IS350 when I did...
Joe Z
The IS model just pretty much followed what Lexus did to the 2008 GS Model... Which it didn't take much to figure out what Lexus' plans were for the 2009 IS.
Recent example 2006-2007 GS Model had a Refresh in 2008... Which means the original design stuck around for only 2 years.. Minor changes occured this year.
&
The current ISx50, which lasted 2006-2008... has gotten a Refresh just after 3 years...
Again minor changes to bumpers, tailights, interior, wheels, etc, etc...
(psst new 2009+ GFX kit on the way.. will only work on those new bumpers)
Nothing ground breaking.. Its when they change the entire design from bumper to bumper, is when it really matters in all honesty.
Which for Lexus is usually after 5 years.. with the Exception of the current out dated SC430, which is now starting is 7th year...
Another example, there was never really a "Refresh" on the 2001-2005 IS300... just some very, very small updates.. Bumpers remained the same, tailights remained the same except for some extra "Smoke" if you know what I mean...
On a personal note, I am glad I got my 2008 IS350 when I did...
Joe Z
Last edited by Joe Z; 09-02-08 at 11:24 AM. Reason: typo
09-02-08, 11:10 AM
#443
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Almost just a quick correction for you...
We can't expect much when Lexus pushes through just a "Refresh" on a current model...
Recent example 2006-2007 GS Model had a refresh in 2008... Which means that design stuck around for 2 years.. Minor changes occured this year.
And the refresh on the current ISx50, which lasted 2006-2008... has gotten a refresh just after 3 years...
Again minor changes to bumpers, tailights, etc, etc... (psst new 2009+ GFX kit on the way..)
Nothing ground breaking.. Its when they change the entire design from bumper to bumper, is when it really matters...
Which is normally after 5 years.. with the Exception of the current out dated SC430, which is now starting is 7th year...
Another example, there was never really a "Refresh" on the 2001-2005 IS300... just some very, very small updates.. Bumpers remained the same, tailights remained the same except for some extra "Smoke" if you know what I mean...
On a personal note, I am glad I got my 2008 IS350 when I did...
Joe Z
We can't expect much when Lexus pushes through just a "Refresh" on a current model...
Recent example 2006-2007 GS Model had a refresh in 2008... Which means that design stuck around for 2 years.. Minor changes occured this year.
And the refresh on the current ISx50, which lasted 2006-2008... has gotten a refresh just after 3 years...
Again minor changes to bumpers, tailights, etc, etc... (psst new 2009+ GFX kit on the way..)
Nothing ground breaking.. Its when they change the entire design from bumper to bumper, is when it really matters...
Which is normally after 5 years.. with the Exception of the current out dated SC430, which is now starting is 7th year...
Another example, there was never really a "Refresh" on the 2001-2005 IS300... just some very, very small updates.. Bumpers remained the same, tailights remained the same except for some extra "Smoke" if you know what I mean...
On a personal note, I am glad I got my 2008 IS350 when I did...
Joe Z
09-02-08, 12:42 PM
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My gripe with the GS Wood Wheel was that it was too thin (diameter).
This pic of the IS with part leather and part wood is sorta appealing to me only because it still remains that "beefier" wheel in your hands. I like the black marbled wood, if it looks good in person I think it will make the interior more Lexus upscale. I've never really been a huge fan of wood on my wheel but this one doesn't look bad.
The one thing I love about the IS is the beefy steering wheel and the leather adds a nice touch, I just love feeling it. lol. I do wish they would have notched the bottom out so I can rest my hand there.
09-02-08, 02:22 PM
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Lot's of additional pictures here...
http://www.lexus.co.kr/popup/2008082...new_IS250.html
I don't know how to capture images from adobe flash. Maybe someone can post them here.
http://www.lexus.co.kr/popup/2008082...new_IS250.html
I don't know how to capture images from adobe flash. Maybe someone can post them here.
09-02-08, 03:06 PM
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Here's a screen shot from here...
http://www.lexus.co.kr/popup/2008082...new_IS250.html
Overall I think it looks OK. Most people won't notice the changes unless you point them out. I'd like to see one in person as things sometime look different once you see them in full perspective.
http://www.lexus.co.kr/popup/2008082...new_IS250.html
Overall I think it looks OK. Most people won't notice the changes unless you point them out. I'd like to see one in person as things sometime look different once you see them in full perspective.
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