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Old 03-29-14, 12:28 PM
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Congrats on your new car, I wished USB was a color option here in the states
Old 03-31-14, 09:49 AM
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Originally Posted by xpandabl3
Congrats on your purchase! I also used to live in Vancouver and i think I have seen your S2K before. Have u been to RevScene meet?
Yes! I have attended revscene meet before. Perhaps I have seen your car?

Originally Posted by corradoMR2
Congrats to your car and it's about time I won't be lonely here any longer. USB is a head turner for sure and I'm looking forward to see what you do to your IS.
Woot! I haven't seen the colour in person, I hope I made the right decision! Your build thread help me with my decision

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Sexy s2k, i've always wanted one! Excited to see what you have ready for your 3is!
They are amazing cars, even stock drives great. One of my favourite transmissions.

Originally Posted by RastaRacer
Congrats on your new car, I wished USB was a color option here in the states
I'm sure you guys will have it soon!
Old 03-31-14, 09:54 AM
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***Update: March 31, 2014***

Well, I got the call last Friday saying my vehicle was supposed to be ready for pick up Friday/Saturday. However, due to the ongoing local truckers strike their has been a delay in vehicle transfers from port to dealership. Good news is they lifted the strike and hopefully I get it this week!!

I couldn't help myself, but I picked up some more parts. Hopefully they don't collect dust too much longer.


  • RSR Super Down
  • Spacers
  • (Battery is for my s2k)



I will be rocking these items for a bit, until I figure out what I want to do.
Old 03-31-14, 10:34 AM
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Super cute
Old 03-31-14, 11:24 AM
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Spoil us with pictures once you lower her!!!
Old 04-02-14, 06:03 PM
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***Update: April 2, 2014 - Got the Call***

Went down as soon as I could to check her out, she's getting PDI'd and ready for pick-up tomorrow!!! My first time seeing ultrasonic blue in person and I'm happy with my choice. In the sun it was much brighter.









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Looks great!

Wicked s2k!!
Old 04-04-14, 08:17 AM
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I kick myself in the As* every time I see Ultra Sonic Blue posted here haha.

Ill forever be jelly that U.S. doesnt have that color for the 3iS.
Old 04-04-14, 01:42 PM
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Originally Posted by viNz86

Woot! I haven't seen the colour in person, I hope I made the right decision! Your build thread help me with my decision
That's how rare USB is even in Canada! You can't even get to see one at the dealer.

It was a leap of faith as well for me back in June '13 when I ordered my IS and NO regrets. You will however notice that the USB (like some other Lexus colors) is really an array of paint tones within a color palette. For USB, you will see colors ranging from the lighter turquoise blues into the darker blues with almost a hint of purple, all depending on type and quantity of lighting to angle of reflection. So never a dull moment with this color. First pic has most of the lighter to medium shades while second pic shows the darker side.
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Old 04-07-14, 02:11 PM
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Originally Posted by corradoMR2
That's how rare USB is even in Canada! You can't even get to see one at the dealer.

It was a leap of faith as well for me back in June '13 when I ordered my IS and NO regrets. You will however notice that the USB (like some other Lexus colors) is really an array of paint tones within a color palette. For USB, you will see colors ranging from the lighter turquoise blues into the darker blues with almost a hint of purple, all depending on type and quantity of lighting to angle of reflection. So never a dull moment with this color. First pic has most of the lighter to medium shades while second pic shows the darker side.
You are most right, I noticed that as well. Some pics in the sun and in overcast.

The car will be lowered this wednesday, I will take some pictures then.





Old 04-07-14, 02:12 PM
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Originally Posted by RFFG
Looks great!

Wicked s2k!!
Thank you sir!

Originally Posted by FSPORTJC
I kick myself in the As* every time I see Ultra Sonic Blue posted here haha.

Ill forever be jelly that U.S. doesnt have that color for the 3iS.
I'm sure you will be getting USB soon! I'm sure has Canadian's wouldn't mind the extra features you get down south
Old 04-07-14, 02:18 PM
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Nice S2k and USB 3IS. You are very lucky to be able to get that color, that is my favorite on the 3is.
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Originally Posted by corradoMR2
That's how rare USB is even in Canada! You can't even get to see one at the dealer.

It was a leap of faith as well for me back in June '13 when I ordered my IS and NO regrets. You will however notice that the USB (like some other Lexus colors) is really an array of paint tones within a color palette. For USB, you will see colors ranging from the lighter turquoise blues into the darker blues with almost a hint of purple, all depending on type and quantity of lighting to angle of reflection. So never a dull moment with this color. First pic has most of the lighter to medium shades while second pic shows the darker side.
I had a very similar experience with my last car. I ordered a pearl blue plasma STI without actually seeing the color since it was new for 2011. It looked great in pics and even better in person when I went to pick it up. Similar to the USB, it looks drastically different in different light conditions.

it was blue in normal light conditions


but turned purple at dusk
Old 04-10-14, 11:03 AM
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^^That's really cool paint Jaznraz
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You never fail to make us Americans jealous with your Ultra Sonic Blue haha.


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