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Usually first year car is experimental for future improvements, I have the first year (2006) IS350, it had many recalls too (still a great car). Do the research for the future IS, if 2012 is last year for the current model, then it is the best 2nd Gen. Good luck :-)
I agree! Usually the last year or two of the older generation has had all of the "kinks" and "bugs" worked out. Lease a '12 for a 2-3 years, then jump into a '14 or '15. Either way you'll love the car!!
Nvm I just called and canceled my order, I feel like my cars resale price will lose a lot when the 2013 comes out, I'm so sad now! Is the 2013 for sure a new refresh
From what I understand and what I've been told briefly by some Lexus folks at the auto show is that they will be gearing all their models to get similar styling like the new GS; specifically the "hour-glass" type grille.
If your not in a rush, I would hold off on purchasing unless you really need a new car now. Like many have already said, you could also get a better deal on a 2012 once the 2013 models hit. There is also talk of producing a 2-door IS fsport coupe... but then again, just rumors.
Here are some "leaked" or Japan Photoshopped pic's of the the supposed 2013 redesign. I'm sure you can google and find more.
I would wait for '13 hope those aren't real pics.... Not sure how much I like it "/ then again I hope those are real pics so my car can still look better
Nvm I just called and canceled my order, I feel like my cars resale price will lose a lot when the 2013 comes out, I'm so sad now! Is the 2013 for sure a new refresh
Originally Posted by exnjc
I'm crossing my fingers that 2013 must be the fresh 3rd gen
mind you 2012 is just a month away
dont worry bro the new 2013 HAS to have a new design! our 2IS has been here since 06 - 12' and refreshed three twice already.
I would wait for '13 hope those aren't real pics.... Not sure how much I like it "/ then again I hope those are real pics so my car can still look better
I don't know man... that front-end on the red Fsport coupe in that picture looks Hawt. That GS hour-glass grille would look sick on an IS.