2011 IS350 or IS-F as daily driver?
04-26-11, 01:23 PM
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One line sums up my thoughts on this thread:
"YOU ONLY LIVE ONCE!"
Get the F and forget about gas efficiency and all that bs. Once you test drive the F there is no way in h*** you'll even touch the 350. Seeing that you have owned BMW(overpriced imo), I am sure you can afford the F, and it's the most bang for the buck when compared to the competition.
Having said all this, dont let anybody else decide for you. Only you can decide whats best for you brotha'. I hope you make the right decision.
"YOU ONLY LIVE ONCE!"
Get the F and forget about gas efficiency and all that bs. Once you test drive the F there is no way in h*** you'll even touch the 350. Seeing that you have owned BMW(overpriced imo), I am sure you can afford the F, and it's the most bang for the buck when compared to the competition.
Having said all this, dont let anybody else decide for you. Only you can decide whats best for you brotha'. I hope you make the right decision.
04-26-11, 02:32 PM
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Seems like the OP really likes the idea to be able to modify his DD. So if that's the case, the 350 offers alot of that really. But will you attain results like those of the F? Probably not, but can you put a price on saying...yeah, I did that! All me.
If you not a care in the world about modifing a car, then an F would definitely fit the bill.
Seeing you are coming from a sub-300whp car, I'm sure you'll be very happy...as was I coming from a 100hp Civic! LOL
If you not a care in the world about modifing a car, then an F would definitely fit the bill.
Seeing you are coming from a sub-300whp car, I'm sure you'll be very happy...as was I coming from a 100hp Civic! LOL
04-26-11, 03:44 PM
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04-26-11, 07:31 PM
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I agree that the F does look very good stock. But you can still do plenty of mods if you wanted to. There are a handful of front lips to choose from. You can get full exhaust, headers, intake. A nice rear diffusor out back. And of course a sic set of wheels with coilovers.. 
Seems like the OP really likes the idea to be able to modify his DD. So if that's the case, the 350 offers alot of that really. But will you attain results like those of the F? Probably not, but can you put a price on saying...yeah, I did that! All me.
If you not a care in the world about modifing a car, then an F would definitely fit the bill.
Seeing you are coming from a sub-300whp car, I'm sure you'll be very happy...as was I coming from a 100hp Civic! LOL
If you not a care in the world about modifing a car, then an F would definitely fit the bill.
Seeing you are coming from a sub-300whp car, I'm sure you'll be very happy...as was I coming from a 100hp Civic! LOL
, and yes I do like the idea of being able to modify my car! After all both my BMW's are modified! Modding does give you the sense of pride that all that work was your idea!
04-26-11, 07:57 PM
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Coming from owning BMWs for a while...not gonna lie, but I'd have to say that the Lexus IS-F far better than an M in terms of quality. Both the Lexus and Audi have better craftsmanship than the BMW... (just my 2 cents)
04-26-11, 08:18 PM
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quality in terms of reliability u mean... i think fit n finish are pretty much equal
04-27-11, 02:27 AM
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The materials used in the newer BMWs are ****! Bought my E90 brand new, fully loaded and the interior had this plastic aluminum trim and plenty of hard plastic parts! Majority of the plastic now on the handles, steering wheel are peeling off, also I noticed Lexus has much softer leather seats!
