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Torn between the IS and GS.

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Old 04-20-15, 09:16 PM
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Default Torn between the IS and GS.

Currently have a 2010 IS250 AWD, it's a nice car and all but there are a couple of things about it that bother me. Before buying my car I didn't do a ton of research on the AWD model IS's, my fault... Now I'm finding out what a headache it is in regards to lowering and running a staggered wheel set up. The car is also a bit underpowered, I don't plan on racing or anything but whenever I get on the gas I'm disappointed Plus with the whole AWD drive train I feel I'm getting the same mpg as I would with a IS350.

Due to these reasons I've been seriously considering trading in my current IS for a GS or IS350. I've been tossing around the financial cons and pros in my head but can't seem to make a decision. What do you guys think. Should I bite the bullet and stick with my current IS or upgrade? IS or GS? I love them both lol
Old 04-20-15, 09:23 PM
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Just Get an IS350 and mod it the way you want.
Old 04-20-15, 09:31 PM
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Should of know from the start you live in Cali. Who needs an awd in the golden state haha.. Unless it an gtr then it's awd.
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Originally Posted by laobo979
Should of know from the start you live in Cali. Who needs an awd in the golden state haha.. Unless it an gtr then it's awd.
And audi rs4,5 sti evo
Old 04-21-15, 02:35 AM
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Originally Posted by jbone29
Just Get an IS350 and mod it the way you want.
I agree with this statement I love my IS350.
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Not going to help you but some thoughts anyway... If you plan on modding, there seems to be more options for the IS350. However, the GS350 is a more rare car on the roads, especially with any mods (at least here in my country), if you do want something that stands out from the crowd...

Good luck choosing
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Originally Posted by laobo979
Should of know from the start you live in Cali. Who needs an awd in the golden state haha.. Unless it an gtr then it's awd.
Word, I have no need for an AWD car.
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Originally Posted by JTK
Not going to help you but some thoughts anyway... If you plan on modding, there seems to be more options for the IS350. However, the GS350 is a more rare car on the roads, especially with any mods (at least here in my country), if you do want something that stands out from the crowd...

Good luck choosing
That's true, the IS is a pretty common car and for what I want to do to my car there are more than enough mods for the GS.

Do I want to get a sporty looking car or a gangster looking car. Hmmmm, decisions decisions....
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Have you test drive the GS350?
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If you want more power, then go with a 350. If you've done mods to the 250 already then you can swap it to the 350. If you want more of a luxurious (VIP) car, then I think the GS350 is the way to go. My good buddy is selling one and he's a CL member ALL done up with custom paint, Air suspension, interior, body kit, wheels if you're interested.
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Originally Posted by Sffd103
If you want more power, then go with a 350. If you've done mods to the 250 already then you can swap it to the 350. If you want more of a luxurious (VIP) car, then I think the GS350 is the way to go. My good buddy is selling one and he's a CL member ALL done up with custom paint, Air suspension, interior, body kit, wheels if you're interested.
Only mods I've done is a Sage lowering kit but that can be transfered over to the GS. Don't the GS350 and IS350 share the same engine? If I do upgrade I'll need to trade in my IS. I think I'll visit a dealership this weekend and do some test driving.
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The IS and GS are different cars. One is a sports sedan, one is a luxury sean. It's what you want ultimately.
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Originally Posted by AlphaVip
Don't the GS350 and IS350 share the same engine?
Yes!!

Lou
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Buy my IS350. I want a Prius
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Originally Posted by iRock
Buy my IS350. I want a Prius
Do you take trade ins lol


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