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New grille on the next gen IS-F?

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Old 08-12-11, 06:22 AM
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Default New grille on the next gen IS-F?

Perhaps Lexus hints on what the grill will look like on the next F when referring to the next GS. The next GS is going to have styling that will be in all future models. Hmmm...food for thought.

"The fourth-generation GS has been completely redesigned, inside and out, and will feature the brand’s new design philosophy, with styling cues such as a distinctive new front grille, that will soon be seen on all future Lexus vehicles. The new GS will also lead the rest of the Lexus lineup in an entirely new direction of driving dynamics."

http://www.lexus.com/GS-2013/
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Old 08-12-11, 06:26 AM
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^^ I like it!! I want to see a pic of the entire car!!
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I hate it. Take an Audi signature and then pinch the sides is what it reminds me of.
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Originally Posted by PurduePete
I hate it. Take an Audi signature and then pinch the sides is what it reminds me of.
I agree. Don't make it so similar to Audi, make it a bit more unique to Lexus!

.....errrr, kinda like, if you see a 'boring looking car' up ahead you will jump to the conclusion it's a Camry or Avalon, well the same, make the grill instantly recognizable to the Lexus-F line!



Fine print: Yes. Yes, their cars are boring, but I love the Toyota/Lexus brand.
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Originally Posted by PurduePete
I hate it. Take an Audi signature and then pinch the sides is what it reminds me of.
I was going to say the same thing! Just like an audi
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looks like a bigger CT200h to me. But I kinda like it.
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Looks like Lexus is deciding to take some ideas from audi, the LEDs as well as the horse collar grille... we'll have to see when the car is unveiled
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Why does everyone have to do what Audi is doing? No likey.
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I can see how it looks oddly similar to an Audi front, but more so in line with the CT. The bottom part of the bumper also reminds me of the latest 5 series. As for the F, I can't see anything from the GS pic that I'd find attractive on the next gen IS F. Too much can be a bad thing.
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Originally Posted by PurduePete
I hate it. Take an Audi signature and then pinch the sides is what it reminds me of.
i agree, if ur going to copy something
do it better
not worse
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I like our grills better.
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Ugly and too busy.
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Originally Posted by riboflavin


looks like a bigger CT200h to me. But I kinda like it.
I like everything except for the Audi wannabe grille
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