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Does the F Sport version, really affect the ride Quality?

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Old 06-10-18, 07:30 AM
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In my continuing look for a IS350C for my wife, I have seen a few F Sports for sale. She doesn't need the extra handling capability. I have been shying away from the F Sport since she would like the best ride possible. Does the F Sport give a harsher ride? Thanks.
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From what people have told me, the fsport uses slightly stiffer springs suspensions. However by no means its uncomfortable. I'm sure you will notice the better handling the fsport gets than the stiffer suspension. It's a stock sport suspension so it's not meant to be be really rough. It's still a lexus. I driven an Fsport RX and base RX and I can safely say that the fsport is definitely worth it.
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I've only driven 2 other base models (not C, not F-Sport) and I'd say the F-Sport is compliant but not harsh. More predictable, less mushy. More like the perfect blend for DD yet you can play and push it a bit.

It is a none issue. Honestly I wish the damping rates were just a bit firmer on compression. The spring rates are actually pretty good for a sedan. Not sure if the C gets different rates...
I installed an IS-F rear sway bar and front LCAB and log roughly 18k per mi per year.

I'd get the F for seats and suspension.
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