IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models
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Phantom Athlete Silver Mica
67
56.30%
Ultra Sonic Blue
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26.05%
Other
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17.65%
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New Paint! What color would you choose? *POLL!* Do not view w/o VOTING!!

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Old 04-03-13, 04:02 PM
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Didn't know why you are repainting if it is the same color. i thought it is already PASM now.

How about a 2 tone color scheme. That would be standing out. I am thinking front with USB and rear with PASM with a 60/40 split at 30 degree angle.
Old 04-03-13, 04:21 PM
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Go with the Blue.
Old 04-03-13, 05:00 PM
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I like both colors but voted for the blue. To be honest, why not go with something "completely different"? Would love to see an IS in a Ferrari red, or perhaps a Porsche 911 yellow? If I were to repaint my car, I would make it worth the trouble and a true one of a kind.
Old 04-03-13, 09:06 PM
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I would go for another custom color if your painting. The grey is very nice though. So nice Lexus made it a stock color
Old 04-03-13, 09:16 PM
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Voted pasm that is a really awesome color
Old 04-03-13, 09:37 PM
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Why repainting? I love your current paint job.
Old 04-03-13, 10:15 PM
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Blue for sure, you don't see many of those...while you at it..time for that upgraded 2012 headlights to complete ur front end!!
Old 04-03-13, 10:23 PM
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If it's a brand new paint job, I wouldn't do USB. It's a great color, and it stands out nicely. But it's a factory color that is seen pretty common, especially in SoCal. As Slammer1 said, I'd look into other colors, particularly ones that pop like the Ferrari or Porsche vehicles do. My suggestion- if you're inclined to go blue, then go Estoril Blue. Just my thought.

I like your current ride as is, and am looking forward to spotting it again whenever you get a new color.
Old 04-03-13, 10:43 PM
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I voted other... since you are re-painting the car might as well try something new!
Old 04-03-13, 11:29 PM
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I know you've said paint, but since many members are saying keep the PASM, have you thought about getting it wrapped in another color?

if crazy color is not your thing, keeping it subtle (in different color) but having it matte or satin color.

that way you can change the look without being it permanent AND down the road you can always go back to PASM. The wrap also can serve as protection for your PASM paint underneath.

to me its a win-win
Old 04-04-13, 02:15 AM
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Is that gray a stock color? or is it just photoshop? I voted for ultrasonic blue but the gray looks good too
Old 04-04-13, 02:59 AM
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repaint another stock color??? ...PASM most definitely.
Old 04-04-13, 06:42 AM
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I love my USB ISC but it is a stock color. I would get something totally different if you're gonna paint the car anyways. Maybe like a real deep purple or black cherry.
Old 04-04-13, 07:10 AM
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I also though about USB before i painted my car, but if your gonna do a custom color why go with a stock color and the car is already painted PASM. so my vote is to keep it PASM or go for something else other than USB.
Old 04-04-13, 11:56 AM
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PASM is sick. like others said if you are gonna repaint do somethin totally custom. Don't get me wrong I do love USB, but I think your current set up won't stand out as much if you went with USB


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