Lexus LF-CC Paris Motor Show
09-18-12, 07:53 PM
#136
Lexus Fanatic
I like it. Good looking concept, much better then the forgettable IS convertible out now. I don't mind the rear end either, it has a nice old school look, I see a little Supra in it. It is not as sleek and long/low as a G37 coupe, the front is kind of chunky with that big grill, and I don't know about a 4 cly hybrid but overall I still like it. Interior looks nice but I don't like that big digital HVAC dash which is overkill to me, give me regular buttons and switches.
It looks like a cross between a IS, Scion FRS, A5 coupe, and the cancelled Audi R5 coupe with a little nod to the last Supra in the rear
It looks like a cross between a IS, Scion FRS, A5 coupe, and the cancelled Audi R5 coupe with a little nod to the last Supra in the rear
09-18-12, 08:46 PM
#137
I have some info on the 3IS which I'll share here since it relates to the LF-CC.
This evening I went to a grand opening event for Lexus of Santa Barbara and got to meet Stephen from Lexus Headquarters. Some of you may have met him at the Lexus of Westminster meet. He's the guy that showed up in the silver ISF CCS-R style prototype. I believe him to be a pretty credible source.
He shared some info with me regarding the 3IS. As we know, it's going to be released next June as a 2014 model with the same drivetrains as the current generation. However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
The convertible hardtop version will be replaced with a ragtop model.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
The F-Sport IS model won't have the bumper bar across the spindle grill.
This evening I went to a grand opening event for Lexus of Santa Barbara and got to meet Stephen from Lexus Headquarters. Some of you may have met him at the Lexus of Westminster meet. He's the guy that showed up in the silver ISF CCS-R style prototype. I believe him to be a pretty credible source.
He shared some info with me regarding the 3IS. As we know, it's going to be released next June as a 2014 model with the same drivetrains as the current generation. However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
The convertible hardtop version will be replaced with a ragtop model.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
The F-Sport IS model won't have the bumper bar across the spindle grill.
09-18-12, 08:53 PM
#138
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cool info and if that's close to the new IS - droooool.
09-18-12, 09:40 PM
#139
That's awesome!
Appreciate the new info.
Twin turbo??? Yes!!!
Yuck!
Good thing I won't be in the market for vert, let alone a ragtop
Appreciate the new info.
However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
The F-Sport IS model won't have the bumper bar across the spindle grill.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
The F-Sport IS model won't have the bumper bar across the spindle grill.
Yuck!
Good thing I won't be in the market for vert, let alone a ragtop
09-18-12, 10:00 PM
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I have some info on the 3IS which I'll share here since it relates to the LF-CC.
This evening I went to a grand opening event for Lexus of Santa Barbara and got to meet Stephen from Lexus Headquarters. Some of you may have met him at the Lexus of Westminster meet. He's the guy that showed up in the silver ISF CCS-R style prototype. I believe him to be a pretty credible source.
He shared some info with me regarding the 3IS. As we know, it's going to be released next June as a 2014 model with the same drivetrains as the current generation. However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
The convertible hardtop version will be replaced with a ragtop model.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
The F-Sport IS model won't have the bumper bar across the spindle grill.
This evening I went to a grand opening event for Lexus of Santa Barbara and got to meet Stephen from Lexus Headquarters. Some of you may have met him at the Lexus of Westminster meet. He's the guy that showed up in the silver ISF CCS-R style prototype. I believe him to be a pretty credible source.
He shared some info with me regarding the 3IS. As we know, it's going to be released next June as a 2014 model with the same drivetrains as the current generation. However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
The convertible hardtop version will be replaced with a ragtop model.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
The F-Sport IS model won't have the bumper bar across the spindle grill.
09-18-12, 10:03 PM
#141
I have some info on the 3IS which I'll share here since it relates to the LF-CC.
This evening I went to a grand opening event for Lexus of Santa Barbara and got to meet Stephen from Lexus Headquarters. Some of you may have met him at the Lexus of Westminster meet. He's the guy that showed up in the silver ISF CCS-R style prototype. I believe him to be a pretty credible source.
He shared some info with me regarding the 3IS. As we know, it's going to be released next June as a 2014 model with the same drivetrains as the current generation. However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
The convertible hardtop version will be replaced with a ragtop model.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
The F-Sport IS model won't have the bumper bar across the spindle grill.
This evening I went to a grand opening event for Lexus of Santa Barbara and got to meet Stephen from Lexus Headquarters. Some of you may have met him at the Lexus of Westminster meet. He's the guy that showed up in the silver ISF CCS-R style prototype. I believe him to be a pretty credible source.
He shared some info with me regarding the 3IS. As we know, it's going to be released next June as a 2014 model with the same drivetrains as the current generation. However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
The convertible hardtop version will be replaced with a ragtop model.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
The F-Sport IS model won't have the bumper bar across the spindle grill.
09-18-12, 11:47 PM
#143
I have some info on the 3IS which I'll share here since it relates to the LF-CC.
This evening I went to a grand opening event for Lexus of Santa Barbara and got to meet Stephen from Lexus Headquarters. Some of you may have met him at the Lexus of Westminster meet. He's the guy that showed up in the silver ISF CCS-R style prototype. I believe him to be a pretty credible source.
He shared some info with me regarding the 3IS. As we know, it's going to be released next June as a 2014 model with the same drivetrains as the current generation. However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
The convertible hardtop version will be replaced with a ragtop model.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
The F-Sport IS model won't have the bumper bar across the spindle grill.
This evening I went to a grand opening event for Lexus of Santa Barbara and got to meet Stephen from Lexus Headquarters. Some of you may have met him at the Lexus of Westminster meet. He's the guy that showed up in the silver ISF CCS-R style prototype. I believe him to be a pretty credible source.
He shared some info with me regarding the 3IS. As we know, it's going to be released next June as a 2014 model with the same drivetrains as the current generation. However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
The convertible hardtop version will be replaced with a ragtop model.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
The F-Sport IS model won't have the bumper bar across the spindle grill.
I can't imagine what the ISF will get if the IS350 gets 350HP!!!
09-19-12, 12:25 AM
#146
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I have some info on the 3IS which I'll share here since it relates to the LF-CC.
This evening I went to a grand opening event for Lexus of Santa Barbara and got to meet Stephen from Lexus Headquarters. Some of you may have met him at the Lexus of Westminster meet. He's the guy that showed up in the silver ISF CCS-R style prototype. I believe him to be a pretty credible source.
He shared some info with me regarding the 3IS. As we know, it's going to be released next June as a 2014 model with the same drivetrains as the current generation. However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
This evening I went to a grand opening event for Lexus of Santa Barbara and got to meet Stephen from Lexus Headquarters. Some of you may have met him at the Lexus of Westminster meet. He's the guy that showed up in the silver ISF CCS-R style prototype. I believe him to be a pretty credible source.
He shared some info with me regarding the 3IS. As we know, it's going to be released next June as a 2014 model with the same drivetrains as the current generation. However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
09-19-12, 12:46 AM
#147
Pole Position
He shared some info with me regarding the 3IS. As we know, it's going to be released next June as a 2014 model with the same drivetrains as the current generation. However during the mid cycle refresh of the 3IS, the 250 model will get a twin turbo 4 cylinder engine, while the 350 will be upgraded to a twin turbo 6 cylinder with over 350 HP...which is what I'll be waiting for.
The convertible hardtop version will be replaced with a ragtop model.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
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The convertible hardtop version will be replaced with a ragtop model.
The LF-CC concept will not be branded as an IS, but rather a new model to fit as a coupe between the IS and GS model.
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But really? ragtop? are u sure? that doesnt sound right
yea seriously, WTF
09-19-12, 03:22 AM
#148
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09-19-12, 08:39 AM
#149
I dont think they will come with it so late though... but IS300h will satisfy my needs imho :-).
09-19-12, 09:12 AM
#150
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I just hope Lexus/Toyota allow tuners to tune those engines. We all know how uncrackable their ECU is. One of the fun things about the German boosted engines if you can tune them very VERY cheaply with a chip/software.
Its great to see Lexus really awaken, offering more for enthusiasts. I am sure the market will respond nicely to these coupes!
Its great to see Lexus really awaken, offering more for enthusiasts. I am sure the market will respond nicely to these coupes!
