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11-14-16, 02:43 PM

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Can't wait to see the new LS, anybody know based on the past schedule of release that when we may be able to see the production being unveiled?

also looks like they ditched the vertical tail lights.

11-14-16, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by bitkahuna

looks like better proportions.

but that wheelgap / offset

It's their signature mark

Just like the BMW grille or the Benz star.

11-14-16, 07:52 PM

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It's something that will forever elude Lexus and Toyota engineers and designers -- and I have no idea WHY

with the LFA they proved they can do perfect stance and fitment.

11-14-16, 08:28 PM

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It's something that will forever elude Lexus and Toyota engineers and designers -- and I have no idea WHY

antiquated design/engineering requirements from other markets that require the ability to put tire chains on, as well as rock throw from gravel/dirt roads that would impact the body. It's why the Corolla looks like it's on stilts. As to why they would need to apply to a premium executive level sedan is beyond me.

11-14-16, 11:32 PM

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That's not even the final car. Make your stance comments when it's out

11-14-16, 11:45 PM

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That's not even the final car. Make your stance comments when it's out

C'mon, it's something we've been complaining about for at least a generation now with the 4GS when spy shots were coming out, if not longer.

11-15-16, 12:27 AM

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C'mon, it's something we've been complaining about for at least a generation now with the 4GS when spy shots were coming out, if not longer.

Um..well if there is anything to go by, it would be the concept. We all know the wheels on that covered LS is not production, so why bother?

11-15-16, 06:56 AM

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Um..well if there is anything to go by, it would be the concept. We all know the wheels on that covered LS is not production, so why bother?

For some reason, I really like this iteration of the spingle grill. Its aggressive yet a bit of elegance to it and it doesnt have the tack on feel of the current spindle grills.

11-15-16, 07:09 AM

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Um..well if there is anything to go by, it would be the concept. We all know the wheels on that covered LS is not production, so why bother?

I would absolutely NOT go by what you see in the concept in terms of wheel offset.

11-15-16, 08:00 AM

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I would absolutely NOT go by what you see in the concept in terms of wheel offset.

Yep...

11-15-16, 08:24 AM

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Um..well if there is anything to go by, it would be the concept. We all know the wheels on that covered LS is not production, so why bother?

Absolutely not, you can't even fully trust the "production" car reveals that happen, as they can often use lowered springs and wheel spacers, as they know the amount of photography that gets taken. And then the ones that arrive at dealers can sit much differently.

11-15-16, 08:25 AM

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It's their signature mark

Just like the BMW grille or the Benz star.

So true, I was parked next to an X1 the other day and my stock AWD GS sat higher...

11-15-16, 09:31 AM

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Ohh my, wheel stance, every Lexus sedan/coupe I got, the first thing I change is the wheels. I could not stand the stance at all. A lowering and good offset wheel make world of difference on how a Lexus look!

come to think of it, I haven't changed the 20' and 21' stockers on my BMW's since they don't really look bad at all.