Lexus IS-F or MB C63 AMG
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IS-F vs C63
I am just curious what you guys think between those 2 cars: IS-F and C63? For me it was easy choice between IS-F and M3. M3 is wonderful car but I don't like its styling (both inside and outside) and personally I am thinking IS-F is better choice for street driving (I will never take my car to the track). However, the choice between IS-F and C63 was more difficult. More power and brutal offline acceleration are very nice. And price with similar options is about the same. Anyway, I've chosen IS-F. What were the reasons to pick up IS-F over C63 for other IS-F owners here? Any thoughts?
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obviously i don't have any of these cars, but between the is-f and c63, i think i would choose the is-f. but i have to do really hard not to look at the exhaust the exterior i would pick the c63, but interior the is-f is so much nicer
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It seems to me that in some sense IS-F and C63 are more similar to each other than either of them to M3. Both have high torque engines, auto transmission, etc. Based on MT review it seems that IS-F has slight edge in handling while C63 has a bit better acceleration, so lap times are similar. Personally I think both have nice exterior but I also like IS-F interior more...
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I read the article in MT and the lap times were very close. Of course the C63 had straight line power with around 40 more hp but if you looked at the picture of the track they showed the F passing the C63 in the corners but then it would catch it on straight aways. Over-all I think the F is the better all around choice. I think it fits perfectly between the M3 and the C63.
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Also you are going to get better mpg with a 5 liter vs a 6.2 liter hog. Second costs are also something to think about. Although if you are buying a car of this calibre, gas prices may not be a concern for you. Just an FYI
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I tested previous generation and I saw 2008 model in person. Don't get me wrong 2008 M3 is great car. I just really dislike its new exterior (I like, however, how previous generation look) and I have never liked its interior (but it's just my opinion).
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IS-F v. C63 AMG
Guys - I'm very close to making a decision and I'm leaning toward the IS-F ... the C63 AMG is the other finalist. I'm a little worried about how comfortable the F is as a daily driver. I was concerned about the tightness of the seats but I think I will overcome that. How about the ride? It is sooo hard. Does that get old? Anyone else get close to buying a C63 but chose the F instead?