Becoming a real "LexFather"...Welcome 2014 LS 460 F-sport
08-18-14, 09:25 PM
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It looks WAAAAY better and easier to read.
08-18-14, 09:30 PM
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Gotta watch those valets like a hawk. Some of them have even been arrested for abusing customers' cars.
15-16 in town isn't bad for a V8 in a car that size and weight. In cold weather (which generally increases fuel use), 15-17 is all I got in town with my IS300's straight-six. It was EPA-rated at only 23 Highway. (I think the best I did was about 25). That engine, BTW, has a reputation for using gas like a V8.....but also the smoothness of one.
She doesn't read CAR CHAT?
Maybe that's WHY she doesn't read it
.......Junior probably takes up a lot of her time. Of course, that's the mark of a good mother. 
....too many parents neglect their kids today.
Remember to switch the T/C off before you do the burrnout. 
15-16 in town isn't bad for a V8 in a car that size and weight. In cold weather (which generally increases fuel use), 15-17 is all I got in town with my IS300's straight-six. It was EPA-rated at only 23 Highway. (I think the best I did was about 25). That engine, BTW, has a reputation for using gas like a V8.....but also the smoothness of one.
She doesn't read CAR CHAT?
Maybe that's WHY she doesn't read it
.......Junior probably takes up a lot of her time. Of course, that's the mark of a good mother. ....too many parents neglect their kids today.Remember to switch the T/C off before you do the burrnout.
Congrats to you as well on the grandchild and IS C! Its my parents first so they are super super excited lol.
08-18-14, 09:34 PM
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I think the crafted by Lexus LS is not much different from your current LS. I would not make the switch since mechanically, it's the same car but with cosmetic upgrades that you yourself don't wholeheartedly embrace.
May I make a suggestion? Trade your GS350 F-Sport for the GS450h F-Sport when it arrives in the US. The GS450h solves the low down torque deficiency of the 350 engine while giving up little in terms of outright handling on normal roads or even winding roads. That was my personal experience when I test drove both the GS450h F-Sport and the GS350 F-Sport. I'm sure I don't have to sell you on the sheer luxury of the locomotive like acceleration of a performance Lexus Hybrid powertrain ( your 3rd Gen GS450h is a legend on this forum). The passing and overtaking ability of the GS450h makes it seem like a car 100-150hp more powerful.
May I make a suggestion? Trade your GS350 F-Sport for the GS450h F-Sport when it arrives in the US. The GS450h solves the low down torque deficiency of the 350 engine while giving up little in terms of outright handling on normal roads or even winding roads. That was my personal experience when I test drove both the GS450h F-Sport and the GS350 F-Sport. I'm sure I don't have to sell you on the sheer luxury of the locomotive like acceleration of a performance Lexus Hybrid powertrain ( your 3rd Gen GS450h is a legend on this forum). The passing and overtaking ability of the GS450h makes it seem like a car 100-150hp more powerful.
In regards to the 450h, I wish it was out 2 years ago, we would have gotten it. Now with the kid we are seeing the benefits to a larger vehicle and trunk space (the GS 450h trunk is much larger than my old 07 but still smaller than the 350). My wife just asked to check on a RX F-sport with the Cabernet interior.
She really enjoyed the GX and the additional room. How life changes lol.....I was aiming to get her in a GS F but I think that will be a super tough sell now 
So I'm going to play the lotto extra hard the next few months
08-18-14, 11:32 PM
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. The posted speed limit, one shot-address entry via voice works great, subscription free traffic and weather, predictive traffic, correct arrows for freeway lanes etc.. are some good upgrades.One downside it reboots in the IS randomly, and is laggy in the CT. GX has behaved for me thus far.
08-19-14, 04:20 AM
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My goodness that is a handsome son you have there Mike!
As for the interior, a comprimise idea might quench your needs as an interim solution. Maybe using Crafted parts you do the center console, arm rest and door panels of your LS? Might be just enough.
As for the interior, a comprimise idea might quench your needs as an interim solution. Maybe using Crafted parts you do the center console, arm rest and door panels of your LS? Might be just enough.
08-21-14, 09:25 PM
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Neat huh. International has had 3D for a few years now . The posted speed limit, one shot-address entry via voice works great, subscription free traffic and weather, predictive traffic, correct arrows for freeway lanes etc.. are some good upgrades.
One downside it reboots in the IS randomly, and is laggy in the CT. GX has behaved for me thus far.
. The posted speed limit, one shot-address entry via voice works great, subscription free traffic and weather, predictive traffic, correct arrows for freeway lanes etc.. are some good upgrades.One downside it reboots in the IS randomly, and is laggy in the CT. GX has behaved for me thus far.
I like your idea...Compared to most, I think this look is pretty different. Its not finished but getting there. I envision a type of LS F-sport plus....
The vehicle now has a Skipper front carbon fiber lip and rear carbon fiber diffuser with quad exhaust tips. I am exploring exhaust options. The roof spoiler is getting done. The front carbon fiber license plate frame has HOLES since in Japan they have a front plate. I have some ideas.
Its not for everyone but this is clearly no LS done before.
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