LS460 Craftline
08-07-15, 04:50 PM
#16
While that white LS does look good. I can not wait till this trend expires . I'm pretty tired of brand new cars having black rims black roofs and everything blacked out. It's not pretty , but people do like to look gangster I guess.
Blacked out brake lights is another thing, I wonder what happens when a Peterbuilt traveling at highway speed doesn't see the lights light up because they are tinted beyond reason.
Although I must admit, this is nowhere near as annoying as the loud exhaust mufflers on 4 cylinder cars back in 2000s. I thought that would never end. But it did . And so will this.
I wish more people would have those funny exhaust tips that are 6 feet long and point up into the sky. I could use a good laugh from time to time as I drive.
From time to time I do see the wheels aligned at a 45 degree angle. That one always bring a good laugh. Some gentleman around my ways has an LS 430 actually with that look.
As long as Antera 3 spoke wheels never come back, we will survive .
Blacked out brake lights is another thing, I wonder what happens when a Peterbuilt traveling at highway speed doesn't see the lights light up because they are tinted beyond reason.
Although I must admit, this is nowhere near as annoying as the loud exhaust mufflers on 4 cylinder cars back in 2000s. I thought that would never end. But it did . And so will this.
I wish more people would have those funny exhaust tips that are 6 feet long and point up into the sky. I could use a good laugh from time to time as I drive.
From time to time I do see the wheels aligned at a 45 degree angle. That one always bring a good laugh. Some gentleman around my ways has an LS 430 actually with that look.
As long as Antera 3 spoke wheels never come back, we will survive .
08-07-15, 04:54 PM
#17
Not a huge fan of the Crafted line in general, but especially not on the LS. It just doesn't suit the mature character of the LS IMHO with the red contrasted seats. black wheels and trim, etc. I feel the same way about the ES.
I don't feel that way about the F Sport LS, just the crafted model.
I don't feel that way about the F Sport LS, just the crafted model.
To me,the only crafted line that looks decent is the IS.
08-07-15, 08:59 PM
#21
Lexus Test Driver
Very nice Lexus family you have there! Congrats on the Craftline, I still have yet to see one in person. I really like that 460 sport you had, that gray is similar to the one on the 430 I had. All you need now is an LFA to complete that collection!
08-08-15, 02:37 AM
#22
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Thanks for the the compliments my fellow Club Lexus member
08-08-15, 06:44 AM
#24
Lexus Test Driver
Wow these are sick!! How does the RC-F compare? Bet it doesn't snap your neck back as much as the GTR! But probably much more refined.
08-08-15, 02:23 PM
#25
Lexus Fanatic
And for a "crafted line" I can think of so many other more fitting things they could have done. Special unique trim options, different leather/trim/stitching options, special wheels, a more "handcrafted" or "bespoke" type thing, sort of like BMW Individual.
Black wheels and contrast red/black leather don't make any sense to me on an ES or LS.
Black wheels and contrast red/black leather don't make any sense to me on an ES or LS.
08-08-15, 04:38 PM
#26
Lexus Champion
Too bad Lexus doesn't offer their L-Select program outside of Japan. At least that program offers the buyer choices in terms of cosmetic "makeovers" rather than just the one variation of the Crafted Line.
As has been argued, for flagship vehicles, programs such as L-Select should be a given.
As has been argued, for flagship vehicles, programs such as L-Select should be a given.
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08-18-15, 12:19 AM
#28
Crafted line
Love my 2015 crafted line, I had a 2012 sport and now the crafted line I have to say I really like the 2015 model much more than the 2012 . I feel the Ls as a non F-Sport is very boring in looks and the ride is to spongy without the air suspension. The side bolster sport seats are very comfortable vs the 2012 very flat and wide seats , The paddle shifters and sport mode definitely changes the driving experience with stiffer suspension , and higher rpm shift points . At first the interior was a bit loud but a think it has more character over the F-Sport especially the black burl wood vs the black plastic in the F-Sport. The black mirrors and handles look much better in person as they are a high gloss odsidian black.
08-20-15, 09:16 PM
#30
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Nice rims. BTW - What % is your tint?
Love my 2015 crafted line, I had a 2012 sport and now the crafted line I have to say I really like the 2015 model much more than the 2012 . I feel the Ls as a non F-Sport is very boring in looks and the ride is to spongy without the air suspension. The side bolster sport seats are very comfortable vs the 2012 very flat and wide seats , The paddle shifters and sport mode definitely changes the driving experience with stiffer suspension , and higher rpm shift points . At first the interior was a bit loud but a think it has more character over the F-Sport especially the black burl wood vs the black plastic in the F-Sport. The black mirrors and handles look much better in person as they are a high gloss odsidian black.