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Anyone else think the front styling of the F is ugly?

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Old 06-20-09 | 09:05 AM
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Originally Posted by mdgrwl
First, let me state this... if I could afford an F, I would get it in a hear beat, not hating here... I actually love the side styling and read of the car, but the front looks awkward to me... anyone else?
This is a stupid question to be asking to F owners . Otherwise they wouldn't have bought the car. None of us think the style is ugly. Next question.
Old 06-20-09 | 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by duboseq
I like the front a is. Wish it had wider rear wheels though and a more flared fender in the rear but other than that it is sexy!
+1

Same goes for GTR.

Front is overly agressive relative to the back end (quarter panel).

Regardless, I am looking for a new car and both are on my list. Neither are perfectly designed but I wouldn't kick them out of the garage either.

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Old 06-20-09 | 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Low Offset
This is a stupid question to be asking to F owners . Otherwise they wouldn't have bought the car. None of us think the style is ugly. Next question.
Now now, stop being so sensitive. I could point out a few things about my IS350 that I don't like. Don't take it personal.
Old 06-20-09 | 01:54 PM
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The front is fine and agressive its a super saloon that's how it should be.
Old 06-20-09 | 04:26 PM
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I am happy with every angle on this car, and have taken pics of just about everyone. I would like to see a coupe version of the F, but even saying that I sure like having the 4 doors. With a coupe we may see possible weight savings. But for styling, performance, and comfort this car is awesome.
Old 06-20-09 | 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Low Offset
This is a stupid question to be asking to F owners . Otherwise they wouldn't have bought the car. None of us think the style is ugly. Next question.
Anyone can ask any question they want. Calling him stupid is infantile behavior. You don't like the question, don't reply. Someone could call you stupid for replying to a question you don't like. I wouldn't call anyone names but someone could!
Lighten up dude.
Old 06-20-09 | 06:56 PM
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Did you mean Fugly??? LoL...

Once you ditch the chrome, the front looks mean!!

Old 06-20-09 | 11:15 PM
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I'd say that from certain angles, the F is not that photogenic. But in person, the car is stunning. When I first read about the car, I wasn't sold on the body lines in the pictures. However, when I finally got to see the car in person, my jaw dropped! It looked amazing (And still does!)
Old 06-21-09 | 08:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Ice350
Anyone can ask any question they want. Calling him stupid is infantile behavior. You don't like the question, don't reply. Someone could call you stupid for replying to a question you don't like. I wouldn't call anyone names but someone could!
Lighten up dude.
dude re read the what I said. I said the question is stupid, not him.
Old 06-21-09 | 09:44 AM
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I personally like the styling of the F. Like it's been said, the car is not photogenic from certain angles but from others, it's gorgeous. I think a front lip of some type (my choice was lexon), really sets off the front of the car imo
Old 06-21-09 | 10:14 AM
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Originally Posted by FNMUPN8
Two more "F"'s to consider:
Form
Function.

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I agree, the functional performance requirements dictated the front end styling to a large degree.
Old 06-21-09 | 12:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Ice350
Overall, I really like the ISF. 2 things I think could be better. The faux tailpipes and the extra doors. Cars like this should come in coupe form.
The front looks pretty good to me.
the tailpipes are designed like that because it acts as diffusers. a lot of exotics are designed the same way.
Old 06-21-09 | 08:42 PM
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the only thing i dont like is the hood and the stance odf the car stock. the fender gap on the rear is almost too small compared to the front, and the offset of the wheels is too conservative. ID BUY IT ANY DAY
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