IS - 3rd Gen (2014-present) Discussion about the 2014+ model IS models
View Poll Results: Should the 2014 IS F-Sport have Fog Lights in the USA?
YES, we want Fog Lights on the 2014 IS F-Sport.
85.60%
NO, we do not want Fog Lights on the 2014 IS F-Sport.
14.40%
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This is a POLL to show Lexus USA our opinion on "Fog Lights" for the 2014 IS F-Sport

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Old 03-09-13, 05:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Joe Z
On the Lexus you are 100% correct...!!!

On the Bimmer it allows for an "Air Curtain" to form..

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yes i was referring to 3is specifically. on bmw m3 for example that's completely functional.
Old 03-09-13, 07:48 PM
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Surprising the overwhelming vote towards fog lights. Especially on an enthusiast forum, with the thinking that it looks more aggressive and sporty without them. I figured it would be the other way. I like that they are LEDs and not halogens. That makes it look much better
Old 03-10-13, 12:14 AM
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Yes! Fog lights are a must! I would hate to add on fog lights if they do not bundle them on the 3rd gen IS. They look good on the 2nd gen IS already.
Old 03-10-13, 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by LexusNN
Surprising the overwhelming vote towards fog lights. Especially on an enthusiast forum, with the thinking that it looks more aggressive and sporty without them. I figured it would be the other way. I like that they are LEDs and not halogens. That makes it look much better
I'm surprised as well, but I think front fog lights eventually will disappear as more car companies are dropping them due to better low beam headlight beam patterns. Mercedes and Volvo have dropped front fogs from all models, Audi has dropped them from almost half, etc.... The only car I have owned that I noticed any functional difference with front fog lights is my old 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I guess it's an aesthetics thing to some. I would like to have rear fogs, but I see a bunch of drivers turning on their rear fogs in broad daylight.

On a sort of side note, it seems CD players are starting to be phased out as well since BT-Audio and USB ports are becoming mainstream. Of 2013 Lexus models, the IS, CT(w/ premium audio and w/o NAV), and GX are the only ones still available with an in-dash changer. Looks like the 3IS will follow the trend that the LS, GS, ES, RX, and LX have taken with only a single disc. I haven't used a CD player in a car in 4+ years, so I won't miss it. Okay enough of my off topic chatter.

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Old 03-13-13, 08:24 PM
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Yes just what I figured !!!!

F'n amazing F-Sport in Nebula Gray Pearl w/ LED Fogs

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Old 03-14-13, 06:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Joe Z
Yes just what I figured !!!!

F'n amazing F-Sport in Nebula Gray Pearl w/ LED Fogs

~ Joe Z
Off topic, but that's the first time I've seen pics of a 3IS with a spoiler. Wonder if it's going to be standard on the F-Sport in the US. I would think it would given the trend with spoilers on F-Sport models.
Old 03-14-13, 07:50 AM
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Originally Posted by LSIII
Off topic, but that's the first time I've seen pics of a 3IS with a spoiler. Wonder if it's going to be standard on the F-Sport in the US. I would think it would given the trend with spoilers on F-Sport models.
Standard might be a stretch.... Optional could be a maybe..

So far the few IS F-Sport models here on the ground in the US, seem to be shown spoiler-less..

~ Joe Z
Old 03-16-13, 07:47 AM
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The fogs look good on the car. I voted no though because there are so many people that drive around with their fog lights on all the time, even when there is no fog, just for looks. I don't like approaching cars at night that have fog lights turned on because it is too bright.
Old 04-03-13, 01:32 PM
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Fresh Looking "Ultra White" IS250 in F-Sport Package.... w/ Fog Lamps




Enjoy,

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Old 04-03-13, 02:21 PM
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Euro spec? Not sure why are they even advertising IS250.
Old 04-03-13, 02:30 PM
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Euro spec? Not sure why are they even advertising IS250.
No.. Thats a Right Hand drive JDM Spec....

~ Joe Z
Old 04-07-13, 06:14 AM
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Lexus give your biggest and most profitable market fog lights and stop treating us like little orphan Annie. The GS forum is filled with people trying to add fogs on their F sport.

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Your biggest supporter and owner of your vehicles for 17 bloody years
Old 06-24-13, 02:26 PM
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Fog Lights make everyting better...


via Lexus Japan


via Lexus Japan

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Old 06-24-13, 07:39 PM
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My vote is no. They detract from the unique led arrow lights and overall aggressive front end. There's a reason why the LFA doesn't have them.
Old 06-24-13, 10:23 PM
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I vote no. To me the front end seems more aggressive with the extra venting.


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