With all this talk of potential new models for Lexus, it's easy to forget the cars that first stoked passion in the Lexus lineup. A lot of people would claim the SC 300 as the first sporty Lexus, but the car that really captured the eyes and imagination of the tuning world was the IS 300.... Read more
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A Million Ways to be Cool: The IS 300
May 1, 2012
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Next Generation IS F With 450+ Horsepower?
April 24, 2012
What if the next Lexus IS F was bigger and badder? How about 450 horsepower, available in sedan as well as coupe and convertible form and aimed at Deutschland's best? Sound good? So far we think so.... Read more -
Spy Shots: 2014 Lexus IS Test Mule
April 17, 2012
It's been 3 years since the IS got it's mid-cycle refresh, but the Lexus faithful are still clamoring for a new entry in the extremely popular car line. At least we know now that Lexus hasn't been resting on their laurels thanks to these new spy shots.... Read more -
The Hottest IS F Combination Ever?
April 12, 2012
It's unbelievable to think that the IS F was introduced over 5 years ago at the 2007 North American Int'l Auto Show in Detroit. This first Lexus F car was introduced with 6 exterior and 2 interior colors. Ultrasonic Blue Mica (8U1) with Alpine leather interior was the one. During our recent visit to the 2012 New York International Auto Show, we spotted a gem at the Lexus booth, a 2012 Lexus IS F in Nebula Gray Pearl (1H9) with Red Leather Interior!... Read more -
Solid as a Rock: The Only IS F Painted in Scion Cement
March 15, 2012
This sweet treatment was done by our buddies over at VIP Auto Salon at the request of Lexus Marketing VP Brian Smith. Having a brand-new ride custom color is already a baller move, and we totally approve of this color.... Read more -
Spring Forward & Update Your Lexus NAV
March 12, 2012
If you haven't done so by now, remember to advance your Lexus digital clock and Navigation to Daylight Savings Time.... Read more -
Just Add Fire: Totally Hot IS 300 Fire Drifting!
February 16, 2012
That voice? That's your inner Beavis, yelling "Fire! Fire! Fire!" First, this IS 300 drifts through piles of fire! Then these heathens cut to the chase and flambe the tires!... Read more -
The Sound of the Fury: IS F CCS-R at Motorsport Japan
November 14, 2011
The first time I saw the IS-F in person, it was screaming on a dyno, and I thought it sounded awesome. But it should come as no surprise that it sounds better in CCS-R trim. This footage was shot at Motorsport Japan, and it's pretty awesome. Enjoy.... Read more -
SEMA 2011: the Scoop on the VIP Auto Salon and Five Axis Show Cars
October 27, 2011
We've already posted about the VIP Auto Salon and Five Axis cars, but it's nice to get news right from the horse's mouth. Unfortunately, Lexus couldn't find any talking horses, so they put corporate honcho Brian Bolain on camera. But what he lacks in equine grace, he makes up for in car knowledge. Check it out!... Read more -
SEMA 2011: VIP Auto Salon's Supercharged Chameleon IS 350C
October 26, 2011
In 2008 or 2009, it seemed like every other car at SEMA seemed to be sporting a flat paint job. And while we think a matte finish can look great on the right ride, we prefer our show cars on the flashy side. And SEMA never disappoints!... Read more
