C6 vs IS-F
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From: TX
I have owned a 2006 C6, a 2007 911, a 2008 650I, and now a 2008 IS-F and with the exception of the 911 the IS-F is my favorite. The C6 doesn't even compare. It is fast but it is built like crap and drives that way too. The transmission (auto) was terrible.
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From: Aventura, Florida
Ya man. Tell you the truth i love my F. Its one bad as car. But when you have friends like mine that all run lower than 11's youll understand 
If the TT ISF was actually a quality product i would go that route.
Idk. I just want a faster car right now. Maybe a TT lambo for a graduation gift
If the TT ISF was actually a quality product i would go that route.
Idk. I just want a faster car right now. Maybe a TT lambo for a graduation gift
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Joined: Sep 2007
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From: Waiting for next track day
the C6 has numb steering. Its insanely fast , but I will never buy so I would stick with the Lexus. 4 doors and better reliability, and service goes a long way. I dont want to be waiting in the service area next to the 17 year old girl with the cobalt. NO THANKS
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Illinois
If I had the time/money for a second car, I would definitely look at the C6 Z06. The reg C6 is way too overplayed by everyone from 17 year olds to retired folk. I probably see 15-20 on a nice summer day.
I think the Z06 however, even though it is an American car, is the best bang for your buck. I'm not really irritated about the interior. It is what it is. The engine iswhat attracts me.
But since I use my ISF as a daily driver in all 4 seasons, that is something no vette can achieve. Atleast not in Chicago.
C6<Z06<ISF as DD
C6<ISF<Z06 for raw power
I think the Z06 however, even though it is an American car, is the best bang for your buck. I'm not really irritated about the interior. It is what it is. The engine iswhat attracts me.
But since I use my ISF as a daily driver in all 4 seasons, that is something no vette can achieve. Atleast not in Chicago.
C6<Z06<ISF as DD
C6<ISF<Z06 for raw power
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From: VA
I've owned three Vettes: 1968 427c.i.d. 425hp tripower, a 1999 C6 coupe and a 2002 C6 Z-06. The Z-06 was, hands down the fastest of the three and much faster in seat-of-the-pants feel than the IS-F. The '68 427 was the beast of the group and much easier to get into situations where you were in over your head. The IS-F is beginning to feel "lacking" in the performance area for me.
Ya man. Tell you the truth i love my F. Its one bad as car. But when you have friends like mine that all run lower than 11's youll understand
If the TT ISF was actually a quality product i would go that route.
Idk. I just want a faster car right now. Maybe a TT lambo for a graduation gift
If the TT ISF was actually a quality product i would go that route.
Idk. I just want a faster car right now. Maybe a TT lambo for a graduation gift
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Aug 2005
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From: VA
I've owned three Vettes: 1968 427c.i.d. 425hp tripower, a 1999 C6 coupe and a 2002 C6 Z-06. The Z-06 was, hands down the fastest of the three and much faster in seat-of-the-pants feel than the IS-F. The '68 427 was the beast of the group and much easier to get into situations where you were in over your head. The IS-F is beginning to feel "lacking" in the performance area for me.
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I've owned three Vettes: 1968 427c.i.d. 425hp tripower, a 1999 C6 coupe and a 2002 C6 Z-06. The Z-06 was, hands down the fastest of the three and much faster in seat-of-the-pants feel than the IS-F. The '68 427 was the beast of the group and much easier to get into situations where you were in over your head. The IS-F is beginning to feel "lacking" in the performance area for me.
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From: ks
I've owned three Vettes: 1968 427c.i.d. 425hp tripower, a 1999 C6 coupe and a 2002 C6 Z-06. The Z-06 was, hands down the fastest of the three and much faster in seat-of-the-pants feel than the IS-F. The '68 427 was the beast of the group and much easier to get into situations where you were in over your head. The IS-F is beginning to feel "lacking" in the performance area for me.
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From: ks
GTR V-spec! if you can get it.
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Illinois
I think there is a difference between lacking power and just wanting more power. Neither the ISF or the C5 Z06 "lack" power. At the price points they are at, those are pretty much the status quo ~400+. You want/need more, you pay more.
Pole Position
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Alabama
No need for a Vspec when you can upgrade a regular GTR for way less and get much more performance. Plus most likely they wont come to the U.S. Just a stage 1 ECU upgrade from Cobb puts the Vspec to shame.
Cant go wrong with a GTR plus its easy to upgrade unlike the ISF. It makes the ISF feel very slow when I get a chance to drive it.( Damn shame a 400hp Lexus that does 0-60 in 4.5-4.8 sec feels slow)
Cant go wrong with a GTR plus its easy to upgrade unlike the ISF. It makes the ISF feel very slow when I get a chance to drive it.( Damn shame a 400hp Lexus that does 0-60 in 4.5-4.8 sec feels slow)