New Lexus: Matador Red Mica IS-F
08-25-08, 02:12 PM
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Interesting.
I actually went out to my local dealership to look/drive a 450h and to look at the trunk space. I drove an IS-F that they were pushing (had 3 of them) and a GS 460, and the IS-F was definetly a fast scooter. I've been partial to the GS line because of the interior room, performance, and styling. To bad the opted not to use the direct injection 380HP motor from the LS cars.
Just interested though; what made you purchase the 450h in the first place ? While I hear that it is actually a little faster than the 460/ 8 speed cars, a 450h buyer (I would think) would be interested in the total package of technology, interiror space/comfort, speed and fuel effiency.
I would jump at the opportunity to own the current IS-F drive train in a GS body style (if i could afford one !) and forego the supposedly V-10 powered cars they alluded to.
That IS-F is one beautiful car, though.
I actually went out to my local dealership to look/drive a 450h and to look at the trunk space. I drove an IS-F that they were pushing (had 3 of them) and a GS 460, and the IS-F was definetly a fast scooter. I've been partial to the GS line because of the interior room, performance, and styling. To bad the opted not to use the direct injection 380HP motor from the LS cars.
Just interested though; what made you purchase the 450h in the first place ? While I hear that it is actually a little faster than the 460/ 8 speed cars, a 450h buyer (I would think) would be interested in the total package of technology, interiror space/comfort, speed and fuel effiency.
I would jump at the opportunity to own the current IS-F drive train in a GS body style (if i could afford one !) and forego the supposedly V-10 powered cars they alluded to.
That IS-F is one beautiful car, though.
11-22-08, 10:15 AM
#20
Lexus Champion
dam* that is a bada$$ color! I'm yet to see a red one in person yet. I like the way it looks with the tint! Where did you get the filler carbon fiber piece if you don't mind me asking 
11-23-08, 11:41 PM
#21
Lexus Fanatic
congrats man. I saw one at the car wash last week in the same color and I would have to say I like that color the most . I also like the blue they make it in
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