So... Would you do it again?
09-15-09, 09:12 PM
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So... Would you do it again?
I have been asked this question several times in relation to my purchasing of this car. And I have to say I'm really not sure... I like the way it looks, but I don't love the looks (though I do LOVE the USB color). I actually think other people think it looks better than I do because I am ALWAYS getting compliments and questions on the car. Handling on the car is so so, but not a bad compromise for a vehicle that seats 4. Ride, let's be honest... it sucks... Pennsylvania has some of the worst roads in the nation and this car exploits every road imperfection it crosses over. Engine, I LOVE the engine! With the K&N added the song it sings is addicting! Fuel mileage on the highway has been about 32mpg @ 65 to 70 mph cruising with the A/C on at 80-85 still gets 27 mpg Now that an amazing performance, and no doubt a direct result of having a 8 speed trans. Now to my least favorite part of the car, the transmission. I have NEVER driven a vehicle that shifted this much in my life! Come on Lexus it there REALLY a need for 8 gears except to say you have 8 and everybody else has only 6 or 7... I agree that it results in great fuel mileage, and thats great, give me a gear that only is in use on the highway, but the slightest grade (remember Pennsylvania is one giant mountain) causes non stop shifting of the transmission. I honestly think 5 normal gears + and over drive could have yielded much the same results. Don't believe me look no farther than the NorthStar Caddy's, those things would regularly get 30mpg on the highway and they were only 4 speeds, and weighed 800 more pounds. Interior of the vehicle is Awesome love the gages and dash layout. Not so much in love with the fact that I have to go through the nav screen which ALWAYS defaults to the map setting every time the car is switched off
I prefer independent *****. Just my 2 cents, Now "What say You"?
I prefer independent *****. Just my 2 cents, Now "What say You"?
09-15-09, 10:13 PM
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Yes..
- Coilovers will transform your ride...
- You can modify the Nav screen setting. When I turn the car OFF in Radio Mode, its right back to Radio Mode when I turn it back ON..
Make sure you have the correct setting selected in Screen Options..
(Shown in my Below attached picture File)
The extra "Blue & Red" lights from time to time, has lived up to this...
Joe Z
- Coilovers will transform your ride...
- You can modify the Nav screen setting. When I turn the car OFF in Radio Mode, its right back to Radio Mode when I turn it back ON..
Make sure you have the correct setting selected in Screen Options..
(Shown in my Below attached picture File)
The extra "Blue & Red" lights from time to time, has lived up to this...
Joe Z
Last edited by Joe Z; 09-16-09 at 08:54 AM. Reason: added nav screen shot
09-15-09, 11:15 PM
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I love my F, but probably will not buy any future IS-F. I mean it's a little odd because it's too small to fit a full family (like an M5 or Cayenne turbo) and doesn't feel like a true sports car (like the GT-R or Corvette)... But for now - this is the PERFECT middle between those two classes of vehicles.
It will be a different story (for me and a future Lexus F purchase) if there will really be a GS-F, or even RX-F?!?!
It will be a different story (for me and a future Lexus F purchase) if there will really be a GS-F, or even RX-F?!?!
Even a RX-F
09-15-09, 11:35 PM
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it's amazing how these german auto's make great vehicles, some of which can stop on their own - but don't come close to japanese auto reliability... it was the biggest factor when choosing the F over the M, beside the bloated costly options that should be standard on luxury vehicles.
09-15-09, 11:52 PM
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it's amazing how these german auto's make great vehicles, some of which can stop on their own - but don't come close to japanese auto reliability... it was the biggest factor when choosing the F over the M, beside the bloated costly options that should be standard on luxury vehicles.
Just to start, the BMW did not have HIDs, 6CD, or Heated/cooled seats. All of which are standard on a "base model" IS in california.
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09-16-09, 06:29 AM
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Ummm. YUP
Ive started to drive my F a bit more lately and it has improved on its initial impression. I never plan to sell it so its going to be a daily for a very long time.
My favorite thing about the car is that in my area an ISF isnt much... I get complements here and there, but its not really an every day occurrence outside of my college campus. I like this because i can just fly under the radar in a car that I absolutely love without attracting too much attention.
On the 8 speed issue : http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1...-transmissions
Ive started to drive my F a bit more lately and it has improved on its initial impression. I never plan to sell it so its going to be a daily for a very long time.
My favorite thing about the car is that in my area an ISF isnt much... I get complements here and there, but its not really an every day occurrence outside of my college campus. I like this because i can just fly under the radar in a car that I absolutely love without attracting too much attention.
On the 8 speed issue : http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1...-transmissions
09-16-09, 07:00 AM
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Would buy it again. All of the positives mentioned previously applies, especially on the expectation of reliability. I've even gotten used to the ride quality...now that's the norm for me.
09-16-09, 07:59 AM
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I have been asked this question several times in relation to my purchasing of this car. And I have to say I'm really not sure... I like the way it looks, but I don't love the looks (though I do LOVE the USB color). I actually think other people think it looks better than I do because I am ALWAYS getting compliments and questions on the car. Handling on the car is so so, but not a bad compromise for a vehicle that seats 4. Ride, let's be honest... it sucks... Pennsylvania has some of the worst roads in the nation and this car exploits every road imperfection it crosses over. Engine, I LOVE the engine! With the K&N added the song it sings is addicting! Fuel mileage on the highway has been about 32mpg @ 65 to 70 mph cruising with the A/C on at 80-85 still gets 27 mpg Now that an amazing performance, and no doubt a direct result of having a 8 speed trans. Now to my least favorite part of the car, the transmission. I have NEVER driven a vehicle that shifted this much in my life! Come on Lexus it there REALLY a need for 8 gears except to say you have 8 and everybody else has only 6 or 7... I agree that it results in great fuel mileage, and thats great, give me a gear that only is in use on the highway, but the slightest grade (remember Pennsylvania is one giant mountain) causes non stop shifting of the transmission. I honestly think 5 normal gears + and over drive could have yielded much the same results. Don't believe me look no farther than the NorthStar Caddy's, those things would regularly get 30mpg on the highway and they were only 4 speeds, and weighed 800 more pounds. Interior of the vehicle is Awesome love the gages and dash layout. Not so much in love with the fact that I have to go through the nav screen which ALWAYS defaults to the map setting every time the car is switched off I prefer independent *****. Just my 2 cents, Now "What say You"?
I prefer independent *****. Just my 2 cents, Now "What say You"?Absolutely no regrets here. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
I too would like to see its weight trimmed but would hate to lose any lux features.
So it's fine just the way it is -- especially with the 8-speed.
C.
09-16-09, 10:13 AM
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I love my F and would do it all over again. Sure its not the fastest or most comfortable but thats why I have a highlander for comfort and an sc with a 2jzgte swap and way too many mods to list that will give a gtr a real *** whopping haha. All in all I thinnk its one of the best bang for your buck out there cars. Not to mention it is unique.
09-16-09, 01:20 PM
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I adore the IS-F. Its a Super sedan.
But yet you and some others speck of the car like its so so....l've seen people talk more highly of a ALTIMA which has no where the looks are performance of the F....
Some people dont understand what they have.....oh well ones man garbage another mans treasure!
Who ever feel their IS-F is not good enough send it to me! I will cherish it like gold.
But yet you and some others speck of the car like its so so....l've seen people talk more highly of a ALTIMA which has no where the looks are performance of the F....
Some people dont understand what they have.....oh well ones man garbage another mans treasure!
Who ever feel their IS-F is not good enough send it to me! I will cherish it like gold.