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Old 12-26-14, 10:03 AM
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After years of swapping stories with you guys, I finally went out and leased a 2015 GS 350 F Sport. Pics and first impressions coming soon. I'll try to answer any questions too....
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Congrats! Couldn't wait on the RC-F?
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Is that nebula and cabernet? Nice. What deal did you get?
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Leasing experience: It was relatively painless, and definitely easier than my most recent experience with Honda. However you're still dealing with a car dealership and slimy salesmen. They still did the whole ridiculous dance and still inserted bogus fees.

It's my first lease, so I'll let you know in 36 months if I would do it again.
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Originally Posted by yardie876
Congrats! Couldn't wait on the RC-F?
You caught me. I unceremoniously cancelled my RC F order because I just couldn't wait. Also, it was going to be too impractical and this baby has all the performance I will realistically use.

When the lease is up, a GS F would be nice. But I won't ever order again.
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Originally Posted by Chardo
Is that nebula and cabernet? Nice. What deal did you get?
Yes, NGP on Cab. Has been my favorite combo since the car came out. I think it's the perfect combination of sporty/classy and easy to maintain.

Happy with my deal paying $497/mo before taxes on 36 month lease with 15K miles.
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Originally Posted by NewSpace
You caught me. I unceremoniously cancelled my RC F order because I just couldn't wait. Also, it was going to be too impractical and this baby has all the performance I will realistically use. When the lease is up, a GS F would be nice. But I won't ever order again.
Busted lol. I understand. I remember you had been eyeing the GS for quite a while before you put in your order for the RC-F. You're right about the GS though, it gives me more than enough enjoyment and thrill. More HP wouldn't be a bad thing though lol.
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Nebula/Cab is an outstanding combo! Congrats!
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Congratulations!
Very nice color combination for sure
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congrats. I have the same thing. It turns heads for sure.
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Can't go wrong with this one !
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Like: Mode select dial really puts car control at your fingertips. Sport+ is great fun and noticeably changes the character. Why do I need plain old "Sport" (not + mode)? Doubt I will find a reason to use it.
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Eco,Normal and Sport changes throttle response
Sport+ changes damper stiffness on top of the Sport throttle response
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Originally Posted by natnut
Eco,Normal and Sport changes throttle response
Sport+ changes damper stiffness on top of the Sport throttle response
Sport modes alter the transmission shifting priorities to hold gears longer under acceleration and engage gears quicker.


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