Some guys just don't get the "F"
11-29-14, 02:28 PM
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Happened to me today pumping gas. "Hey man is that the IS350 F Sport?" Hard to not sound pretentious with my reply, "no man, thee ISF". He complimented the engine note and couldn't believe is was a 5.0 but I agree most people have no clue about this car.
11-29-14, 07:31 PM
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I saw a local ISF with the plate VEEEEE8. Need to let people know this is not your garden variety 350 with springs. THIS IS THE REAL DEAL F CAR !!
11-30-14, 06:55 AM
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I laugh
I get annoyed by these x50-F questions all the time. I try to explain the difference between them. Still get the deer in headlights look so I use the Mustang, Mustang GT, Shelby. Then the light bulb shines bright.
11-30-14, 08:06 AM
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I've had it happen twice in the past week. A valet said I've never heard a lexus sound like that usually their quite. I explained the F.
The second I was walking out of a meeting and the person I was with showed me his new IS 350 F. I said looks awesome I drive an IS F and he said to me so do I. So I politely explained the difference and he said so when can I drive yours.
The second I was walking out of a meeting and the person I was with showed me his new IS 350 F. I said looks awesome I drive an IS F and he said to me so do I. So I politely explained the difference and he said so when can I drive yours.
11-30-14, 10:41 AM
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11-30-14, 10:52 AM
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12-01-14, 06:37 PM
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It's so funny reading the post on this topic because I'm sure we can all relate. I've owned my F for less than 3 months and having to explain that my car is not a 250 or 350 f sport all the time is crazy.
12-01-14, 11:20 PM
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Yea, to add to the confusion, Ultrasonic Blue was initially exclusive to the F until the F-sports came out. Doh. Looks like Lexus sold a bunch of F-sports though, so I don't think this "brand dilution" will end anytime soon, just like someone mentioned that other car manufacturers are all doing the same for the $$$.
In fact an article just came out that MB is going to slot something between the regular trim and the AMG models, like Audi with the A -> S -> RS.
In fact an article just came out that MB is going to slot something between the regular trim and the AMG models, like Audi with the A -> S -> RS.
12-02-14, 07:23 AM
#56
Didn't know you F guys were so against the F Sport. Let's just look at it this way: the more F sport Lexus sells, the more money Lexus can put into R&D in the F. These cars are not high volume sellers so I don't believe they solely generate enough revenue to sustain future development. Yes, the F sport may dilute the F brand, but it also brings more exposure to the F. Like some have stated, the average joe may not even know what F is all about. So enjoy your Fs. They are special cars. Know that people who own F sports truly respect the F. Why do you think some posers replace the F sport emblem with the F? Lol
12-03-14, 07:59 PM
#58
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I made and shared the image below a while back citing how VERY different these emblems were despite what first glance would have you believe
12-03-14, 09:53 PM
#59
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the logos keep getting closer and closer. Nobody is to blame for this more than Lexus marketing. Its pathetic. Even people within the brand who own the cars and are fans still dont know the difference. No wonder exhausts and the number one mod for this car. You kind of have to announce THIS HAS A V8!!! You'd think the huge hood and fender thats slit open would give them a clue
