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Is the IS hood made of aluminium or steel?

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Old 05-06-15, 11:12 AM
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Default Is the IS hood made of aluminium or steel?

I am trying to learn more about the IS.
I am not sure if this is the effect of the hood struts. I feel the hood is extreme light compared to other cars' steel and aluminium hoods.

Are there any other parts on the IS used aluminium?
Old 05-06-15, 11:15 AM
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I don't recall. Got a magnet?
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Yes, it's aluminum.
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Lots of parts around the chassis is made of aluminum. Don't remember which ones exactly.
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