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Old 08-30-14, 11:38 AM
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Hey All,

I very recently became the proud owner of a 2008 GT IS350. It is a Japanese import.

I am struggling to find much info on the GT model, does anyone know the difference between the standard IS350 and the GT model if any?

This is my first Lexus, and I think it's safe to say it won't be my last... What a great car!
Old 08-30-14, 12:03 PM
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I've never heard if a GT. what makes it a GT and can you post pics please?
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I have no idea - was hoping someone on here might have some info.
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Oh god. The last owner put the GT emblems on himself. You just have a regular IS350 lol
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Yup, pretty much what the above post says. Theres nothing different other than the GT emblem.
Old 08-31-14, 01:50 AM
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But atleast you have the GFX front lip already?
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Haha I wondered as much! He did a good job of it..
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hahah, obviously someone didn't do any research b4 buying the car..
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I've seen that happen a few times with all sorts of cars. No biggie.

Car looks mint thought, I'm liking the interior a lot. I couldn't have anything like that myself as I got a kid that trashes everything but it does look slick. Nice choice.

Also is that exhaust stock? Looks kinda different, maybe it's just the angle of the photo.
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that GT font dont even flow with rest of the letters i wonder if the previous owner just put that on there
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Yea the GT logo was def put on! Take it off!
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At least its not type-r
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Originally Posted by Allan1
At least its not type-r
That would have been hillarious tho
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I hope you didn't pay extra for that edition
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I'm sure I saw this car the other day. I'm in Christchurch as well. Looks like version L to me


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