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Is250 to IsF???

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Old 07-26-12, 07:03 AM
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Trade up guys! You won't regret it. Even ISF's with substantial mileage are solid cars (you guys already know that, you're coming from IS250's). The only gripe is expensive aftermarket parts... I'm trying to resist the modding bug myself.
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Old 07-26-12, 07:28 AM
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I have a consultation with the dealer. And will post what they think of the project.
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Old 07-26-12, 08:03 AM
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Originally Posted by VtotheJ
Trade up guys! You won't regret it. Even ISF's with substantial mileage are solid cars (you guys already know that, you're coming from IS250's). The only gripe is expensive aftermarket parts... I'm trying to resist the modding bug myself.
Parting out will take forever...And finding someone to buy it as-is for a decent price is nearly impossible i would think.

Expensive parts? Yeah, even the ISx50's parts arent cheap! Theyre all worth it though Only parts that i'd be able to carry over are molded wald spoiler, LED interior/puddle lights, and my wheels, although i'd have to change them up to better suit the F.
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Old 07-26-12, 08:19 AM
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Originally Posted by 08lexury
I have a consultation with the dealer. And will post what they think of the project.
You're seriously gonna ask the dealer? wow.
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Old 07-26-12, 08:26 AM
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Put in a ford super duty diesel in there!
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Old 07-26-12, 09:50 AM
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just so you know I was once a is250 owner and made the trade up to the F. never looked back since! with the F you won't have the problem with the carbon build up. that was when i decided to get the F and why not, I would only be paying an extra $10 a month to my monthly bill, again that was the situation I was in so I went for it. you get the exclusiveness of owning an F. its the perfect blend of sport and luxury mixed into 1 car, which has dual personalities. I understand that since the 2IS cycle is coming to an end that you would want to wait for the next 3IS to come. if that doesn't work out ur always welcome here.
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Old 07-26-12, 10:41 AM
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As others have told you, I will the same.

Stop modifying your IS250 (you kill the resale on the vehicle) and look for a good used IS-F.

Thanks and regards
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Old 07-26-12, 10:49 AM
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Originally Posted by 08lexury
I have a consultation with the dealer. And will post what they think of the project.
I recommend consulting with the Sales Dept.. For a TRADE-IN..

The Front Clip dimensions of your IS250 Engine Bay will not allow you to easily drop-in an IS-F motor...

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Old 07-26-12, 11:28 AM
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Looks like im buying a used IsF. Its gonna cost 30grand. To reshape the engine bay and wire harnessing. Thanks guys...i know ill love the isf. Best choice for me over m3 and clk 63 amg
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Old 07-26-12, 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by 08lexury
Looks like im buying a used IsF. Its gonna cost 30grand. To reshape the engine bay and wire harnessing. Thanks guys...i know ill love the isf. Best choice for me over m3 and clk 63 amg
I would go test drive an M3 Sedan and C63 AMG before buying an IS-F. I felt the M3 had better turn in than the IS-F.
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Old 07-26-12, 12:17 PM
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I heard m3 only come stick. Nothing against it i just prefer paddles in the conjested area where i live.
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Old 07-26-12, 12:44 PM
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Lolwut? Who told you that... Have you ever heard of SMG transmission...
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Old 07-26-12, 01:01 PM
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Listen -- while you have $$ to burn (obviously) ...how about paying for a custom turbo for my F and living vicariously thru me...LMAO
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Old 07-26-12, 02:29 PM
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Thats exactly what ill do
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Old 07-26-12, 05:22 PM
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Omg this thread is lame lol
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