The V8 is back: IS 500 F SPORT Performance
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^^ My IS 500 will be a summer car for sure, not because it couldn't handle the winter driving but just because I want to keep it pristine and it's my baby. I do have a winter beater (2 actually) - An Elantra and a Spark and they do the trick.
Summer 2022 will be great to drive this RWD toy and can't wait to get it
Summer 2022 will be great to drive this RWD toy and can't wait to get it
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Congratulations!
Off topic, I am a big fan of the standard Canada-spec Lexus All-Weather Mats. I ordered a set for my previous 2015 GS 350 F SPORT from my good friend Norman at Erin Park Lexus! They're easier to clean and are more pliable than the US-Spec Lexus All-Weather Mats. Thankfully the newer All-Weather Liners are a big improvement as they're now just as easy to clean.
Off topic, I am a big fan of the standard Canada-spec Lexus All-Weather Mats. I ordered a set for my previous 2015 GS 350 F SPORT from my good friend Norman at Erin Park Lexus! They're easier to clean and are more pliable than the US-Spec Lexus All-Weather Mats. Thankfully the newer All-Weather Liners are a big improvement as they're now just as easy to clean.
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Talks about the possibility of the V8 going hydrogen
Yamaha will SAVE the V8 by Ditching Gasoline... - YouTube
Yamaha will SAVE the V8 by Ditching Gasoline... - YouTube
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^^^ Ugh. That Raiti guy is awful.
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According to MT, all Lexus models will get a completely-new infotainment system very soon. Not sure when (or whether) the IS will get it, but the new one looks/performs so much better than the current one. One more reason to wait for 1-2 more model years for the IS500.
https://www.motortrend.com/news/lexu...ange-official/
https://www.motortrend.com/news/lexu...ange-official/
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Hi folks, I’ve split off the IS500 tire discussion into its own thread.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...e-choices.html
One of the biggest advantages of forums is our organization and ability to search past topics to get quick answers, and it will benefit you and future owners to have discreet threads with specific topics.
I know some members have already started doing this (thanks) and suggest if you have a topic or question past the delivery of your beautiful new Lexus, start a new thread about it! The best ones we will also catalog in our FAQ/DIY sticky.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...e-choices.html
One of the biggest advantages of forums is our organization and ability to search past topics to get quick answers, and it will benefit you and future owners to have discreet threads with specific topics.
I know some members have already started doing this (thanks) and suggest if you have a topic or question past the delivery of your beautiful new Lexus, start a new thread about it! The best ones we will also catalog in our FAQ/DIY sticky.
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According to MT, all Lexus models will get a completely-new infotainment system very soon. Not sure when (or whether) the IS will get it, but the new one looks/performs so much better than the current one. One more reason to wait for 1-2 more model years for the IS500.
https://www.motortrend.com/news/lexu...ange-official/
https://www.motortrend.com/news/lexu...ange-official/
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According to MT, all Lexus models will get a completely-new infotainment system very soon. Not sure when (or whether) the IS will get it, but the new one looks/performs so much better than the current one. One more reason to wait for 1-2 more model years for the IS500.
https://www.motortrend.com/news/lexu...ange-official/
https://www.motortrend.com/news/lexu...ange-official/
This new Lexus motif reminds me a little of...
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^^ I agree, I had posted a new thread about the direction of Lexus with the infotainment, lexus badging (rather than logo) and exclusive products for certain markets. I am very doubtful will see any further design changes (significant) to the the IS 3.5G - I feel this model update was just to get a few more years before they could bring the new platform in collaboration with Mazda. My gut tells me we'll see a total of about 3 MY of the IS 500 (4 MY for the IS 300/350 which came out in 2021) then I think they'll introduce the new IS with the new chassis, the new design language and new infotainment/interior. I could be wrong but that is my thoughts so for those that want a V8, get them while you can, I know I am not risking it. My only issue is I am 99% sure Lexus Canada will bring the moonroof in the MY 2023 as I think this was an omission on their part but I don't use the roof, I just like the visual it creates (even closed) so I will wait and see what the bare roof will look like before deciding if I'll roll the dice and wait for 2023 or not. I'd hate to wait only to find out that the roof won't be on it and the MSRP is 2000$ more and availability is still limited (lol)
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^^ I agree, I had posted a new thread about the direction of Lexus with the infotainment, lexus badging (rather than logo) and exclusive products for certain markets. I am very doubtful will see any further design changes (significant) to the the IS 3.5G - I feel this model update was just to get a few more years before they could bring the new platform in collaboration with Mazda. My gut tells me we'll see a total of about 3 MY of the IS 500 (4 MY for the IS 300/350 which came out in 2021) then I think they'll introduce the new IS with the new chassis, the new design language and new infotainment/interior. I could be wrong but that is my thoughts so for those that want a V8, get them while you can, I know I am not risking it. My only issue is I am 99% sure Lexus Canada will bring the moonroof in the MY 2023 as I think this was an omission on their part but I don't use the roof, I just like the visual it creates (even closed) so I will wait and see what the bare roof will look like before deciding if I'll roll the dice and wait for 2023 or not. I'd hate to wait only to find out that the roof won't be on it and the MSRP is 2000$ more and availability is still limited (lol)
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You're assuming that Lexus will add the infotainment system to the IS and keep the IS500 around. I think that's a big assumption given the overall shift away from naturally aspirated V8s and the experiences of other manufacturers. Subaru fans have been waiting, what, 7 years for Subaru to put a new engine in the STI? Selling a model refresh and a V8 to the Lexus higher-ups might be tough.
Worst case scenario, one can still wait until Lexus announces they are going to discontinue the IS500 then to pull the trigger.
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...exactly, I mean would anyone of us would turn down the chance to own an LFA for say 45 000$ and say "Sorry, I like the engine and such but that infotainment screen is so 2009 and OMG, the cup holders are so small" (lol)
that is a perfectly fair statement although you never know how much of a frenzy that will cause - especially knowing V8 will be phased out all together, it's not like their will be other options. Imagine another "toilet paper pandemic situation" but for the V8 - sorry, I am not waiting to T - minus 0!