dmrios88

Im thinking about swapping my 2011 350Fsport for an 08/09 IS-F

A few people have told me it would be a downgrade but honestly I fell in love with the is-fs power and I would be paying about the same for the IS-F anyways.

I just wanted to know what you guys thought about this? I would def do a 2012 headlight conversion bc I also love my LEDs but I cant afford to buy a 2011/2012 IS-F.

thoughts anyone?

daniel3ooo

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Def an upgrade imo...ask any isf owner and I bet no one would trade their isf for an f sport.

nonford

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All depends on what your after. Completely different vehicles with the f having more advancments than the 350 has, and where it counts. In my opinion you'll lose a few cosmetic changes but gain better performance. Those that said your downgrading are just looking at the book cover.

Dragtek

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It would certainly be an upgrade. I'm sure you will not regret it, but this response will be typical as your asking the ISF subforum.

DCoolBeans

Upgrade: But I'd shoot for at least a 2010 if your coming from a "11. You don't wanna get rid of a low milage car for a higher milage one. The "10's and newer have subtle interior changes, Mechanical LSD, Streaming BT audio and cooler rims

RCM83

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cooler rims?!...maybe the 12's but I wouldn't trade my samurai swords in for the trident rims ever

RCB

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^^^^ I agree. Performance, looks and feel are all expected to be different (and a major upgrade) but things like loosing the newer version nav./audio system but be a bummer. I think I would try for a 2010+
We have been thinking of trading our Acura TSX for a GS or RX.
When I drove the GS it made me appreciate my ISF that much more. It's a great car but it just felt big and heavy. I think if the F is what your after you will be happy.

FD3SISF

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I love my samurai swords also. After 7k in upgrades I still have my wheels with wider tires.

dmrios88

Yeah, my brother just got an 08 IS-F its def a diff ride but I cant get enough of that speed in sport mode. im not worried about the gas mpg, and all the good deals I found are for 08's. Maybe i should have never test drove his lol, i am looking to buy an Obsidian Neiman Marcus edition 2008 IS-F has about 64K miles, I would def extend the warranty. Heres a pic of my car next to the IS-F im looking at

I removed the stripes off the 350

zapa

I would shoot for a 10 at least. You want the LSD and suspension changes

ISFpat

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for the price of a 2010+ over a 2008 you can get new coils, wheels and lsd installed and have a faster better cornering car.

dmrios88

Yeah I would only do the swap if I got an 08 for the same price as my 11 350, I have found quite a few, talking to a few people so it might happen. I love my car and would love the F too

bnizzle87

I don't think swapping an '11 350 F-sport for an '08 F is a downgrade, but you will be giving up a newer ride. Personally, I would switch. There are far fewer IS Fs on the roads, which is always a nice feeling. Also, should you go with the 08 NM IS F, you'll definitely want to look into an extended warranty. The 2010+ has the LSD and revised suspension, along with some interior enhancements, but 2008 certainly still has just great a feeling when driving. Also, if you do get the one in your earlier post, see if the owner still has his original NM wheels. Best of luck!

dmrios88

thanks for all the replys guys

ERDoc74

I was thinking the LSD came in '10, but the suspension changes didn't come until 2011...
But anyway, you should "f" the f-sport and get an '08 F and get some BCR coilovers for $1k and you'll be glad y swapped!!!
Btw the pics you have of the black "nieman Marcus edition " have the wheels of a 2012 model...... Not the '08-'09 style wheels with polished edged "blades" like the nieman Marcus edition have....