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Old 03-08-10, 06:32 PM
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Here's the official press release

Lexus Introduces 2010 IS 350C F-Sport Special Edition

* Only 100 Units Will Be Produced
* Features F-Sport Performance Accessories and Unique Grille
* Interior with Numbered Badging and Blue Contrast Stitching

TORRANCE, Calif. (March. 8, 2010) – Lexus today announced the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $57,500 for the 2010 IS 350C F-Sport Special Edition which will arrive at dealerships later this month. The MSRP does not include a delivery, processing and handling fee of $875.

"The F-Sport Special Edition builds on the IS 350C and takes the fun of the convertible up another notch," said Mark Templin, Lexus Division group vice president and general manager. "The F-Sport accessories on this car were precision engineered specifically for this vehicle, allowing us to provide sport-tuned performance without sacrificing ride quality."

This 2010 IS 350C Special Edition was designed to engage driving enthusiasts with the performance and styling enhancements from the F-Sport accessories line. This IS 350C, only available in two colors, Tungsten Pearl or Obsidian, can be distinguished from other IS convertibles by the following F-Sport equipment:

* Newly designed 19-inch forged alloy wheels with a wheel lock set and Michelin Pilot Sport 225/35ZR19 tires in the front and 255/35ZR19 tires in the rear;
* Front and rear brake upgrade for a firmer pedal feel and enhanced fade resistance;
* New and unique F-Sport grille not previously available;
* Shock set developed in cooperation with Bilstein®;
* Lowering springs that reduce the ride height approximately one-inch in the front and rear;
* Sway bar set that helps reduce body roll and provide flatter cornering;
* Embroidered floor mats with F-Sport logo;
* Leather-wrapped shift **** with F-Sport logo;
* And exterior badging and an individually numbered badge on the center console complete the uniqueness of this vehicle.

The IS 350C F-Sport Special Edition also comes with black leather-trimmed seats with sporty blue contrast stitching. Other Special Edition standard features include heated and ventilated front seats with wood trim; Bi-Xenon HID headlamps with Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS); headlamp washers; and Lexus Navigation. The hard disk drive (HDD) navigation system has a seven-inch VGA touch-screen, Bluetooth® phonebook download capabilities, a rear back-up camera, Voice Command casual-language voice recognition system, Lexus Enform, XM® NavTraffic, XM® NavWeather, and XM® Sports and Stocks. XM services include a complimentary 90-day trial subscription. It is also features the new telematics system Lexus Enform™ with Safety Connect™ (includes complimentary one-year trial subscription).

"The IS 350C F-Sport Special Edition is a unique package of style and excitement. With only 100 units available nationwide they'll sell out fast to customers who want power, performance and a little more fun under the sun," said Templin.
Old 03-08-10, 09:18 PM
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^ I would rather get the is-f for that price....
Old 03-08-10, 11:40 PM
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+1 LOL..thats a lottta doughieee
Old 03-09-10, 03:53 AM
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For that money I'd get the IS-F. That has to be the most expensive blue thread (Thousands) I have ever seen!

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Old 03-09-10, 04:22 AM
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I don't know why everyone says they'd rather have an IS-F.

This is a convertible. There is no IS-F convertible. Therefore you are not comparing apples to apples.

That's like saying you'd rather have an SUV. .... not the same.

Convertibles are not in the same class as sedans.
Old 03-09-10, 08:40 AM
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Originally Posted by mikes rx
I don't know why everyone says they'd rather have an IS-F.

This is a convertible. There is no IS-F convertible. Therefore you are not comparing apples to apples.
Not just yet Mike...

But I do predict we will see an IS-F convertible for 2011.....

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Old 03-09-10, 09:58 AM
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Wow, a IS-F convertible! A bit of a longshot, but by doing that Lexus can say they have both ultra high performance coupe and convertible covered as a hardtop convertible.
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Edmunds has pricing:

http://www.insideline.com/lexus/is-3...l-edition.html

Save you a click $58,375, which is much cheaper than an a la carte build to that spec, but still stupid money.
Old 03-09-10, 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by mikes rx
I don't know why everyone says they'd rather have an IS-F.

This is a convertible. There is no IS-F convertible. Therefore you are not comparing apples to apples.

That's like saying you'd rather have an SUV. .... not the same.

Convertibles are not in the same class as sedans.

True, they aren't the same kind of cars (special edition convertible vs. high performance sedan). Still, IF some of us had $58,000 or more to spend and we were shopping for a potential new Lexus, we might want an ISF between the two.

I still think the F-Sport IS350C is cool though.
Old 03-09-10, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Joe Z
Not just yet Mike...

But I do predict we will see an IS-F convertible for 2011.....

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Old 03-09-10, 12:07 PM
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100 units, essentially insignificant.
Old 03-09-10, 12:20 PM
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Originally Posted by IS-SV
100 units, essentially insignificant.
And they will not sell out quickly either......
Old 03-09-10, 12:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Joe Z
And they will not sell out quickly either......
Which I guess is ok, if the main intent is to showcase F-Sport hardware on the showroom floor.
Old 03-09-10, 01:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Joe Z
And they will not sell out quickly either......
at that price I can definitely see that happening.
Old 03-09-10, 01:15 PM
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is there any new f-sport parts that will come out for the ISX50???? aside from the 19” F-Sport Forged Alloy Wheels....


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