2008 - 2010 vs. 2011 stock suspension question
06-19-13, 02:55 PM
#1
2008 - 2010 vs. 2011 stock suspension question
Hey guys, I'm in the processing of selling my evo and I'm seriously thinking of picking up an IS-F. I've done my research on all the differences between each year and from the looks of it I've narrowed my choices down to either a 2010 vs. a 2011.
From the looks of it, besides the steering input, the suspension is the only other real performance upgrade between the 2010 and 2011. From my research I know that the early models had a stiffer, race oriented suspension, while the newer models have tweeks to make it less rough and more luxurious?
My quesiton is, for the suspension upgrades that lexus implemented, is the difference between the early models vs the 2011, just all for comfort? In other words, does the car still handle around the same as the earlier model years? Or is the 2011 suspension suppose to be a better performer also?
I don't mind the harsh suspension and bumpy ride as I'm coming from a Evo x on coilovers. I more care for the performance aspect of things.
Thanks for the input.
From the looks of it, besides the steering input, the suspension is the only other real performance upgrade between the 2010 and 2011. From my research I know that the early models had a stiffer, race oriented suspension, while the newer models have tweeks to make it less rough and more luxurious?
My quesiton is, for the suspension upgrades that lexus implemented, is the difference between the early models vs the 2011, just all for comfort? In other words, does the car still handle around the same as the earlier model years? Or is the 2011 suspension suppose to be a better performer also?
I don't mind the harsh suspension and bumpy ride as I'm coming from a Evo x on coilovers. I more care for the performance aspect of things.
Thanks for the input.
06-19-13, 03:18 PM
#2
Driver School Candidate
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: CA
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Hey guys, I'm in the processing of selling my evo and I'm seriously thinking of picking up an IS-F. I've done my research on all the differences between each year and from the looks of it I've narrowed my choices down to either a 2010 vs. a 2011.
From the looks of it, besides the steering input, the suspension is the only other real performance upgrade between the 2010 and 2011. From my research I know that the early models had a stiffer, race oriented suspension, while the newer models have tweeks to make it less rough and more luxurious?
My quesiton is, for the suspension upgrades that lexus implemented, is the difference between the early models vs the 2011, just all for comfort? In other words, does the car still handle around the same as the earlier model years? Or is the 2011 suspension suppose to be a better performer also?
I don't mind the harsh suspension and bumpy ride as I'm coming from a Evo x on coilovers. I more care for the performance aspect of things.
Thanks for the input.
From the looks of it, besides the steering input, the suspension is the only other real performance upgrade between the 2010 and 2011. From my research I know that the early models had a stiffer, race oriented suspension, while the newer models have tweeks to make it less rough and more luxurious?
My quesiton is, for the suspension upgrades that lexus implemented, is the difference between the early models vs the 2011, just all for comfort? In other words, does the car still handle around the same as the earlier model years? Or is the 2011 suspension suppose to be a better performer also?
I don't mind the harsh suspension and bumpy ride as I'm coming from a Evo x on coilovers. I more care for the performance aspect of things.
Thanks for the input.
06-20-13, 09:14 PM
#7
Tech Info Resource
iTrader: (2)
The magazines said all kinds of stuff that is just not true about the changes.
Trending Topics
06-23-13, 07:11 AM
#12
No pics yet for me.i pick it up on Friday. Its Starfire pearl with black interior...16k miles in pretty much like new condition.
I also test drove a 2008. The differences in ride are pretty subtle between the 2008 and 2011. Of course, these were test drives so i didnt have a chance to test the handling limits. Overall, the 2011 felt slightly more refined while cruising but the difference did not seem to be huge.
I also test drove a 2008. The differences in ride are pretty subtle between the 2008 and 2011. Of course, these were test drives so i didnt have a chance to test the handling limits. Overall, the 2011 felt slightly more refined while cruising but the difference did not seem to be huge.
06-23-13, 11:10 AM
#13
Tech Info Resource
iTrader: (2)
No pics yet for me.i pick it up on Friday. Its Starfire pearl with black interior...16k miles in pretty much like new condition.
I also test drove a 2008. The differences in ride are pretty subtle between the 2008 and 2011. Of course, these were test drives so i didnt have a chance to test the handling limits. Overall, the 2011 felt slightly more refined while cruising but the difference did not seem to be huge.
I also test drove a 2008. The differences in ride are pretty subtle between the 2008 and 2011. Of course, these were test drives so i didnt have a chance to test the handling limits. Overall, the 2011 felt slightly more refined while cruising but the difference did not seem to be huge.