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Old 02-04-11, 09:34 AM
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News Story via online Lexus Magazine | December 2010

News Story via online Lexus Magazine

"A MEANER LS HYBRID"

  • Professional tuner Clark Ishihara shows the world how even superior Lexus vehicles can be made better, stronger, faster.

  • TUNERS EXTRAORDINAIRE:
    The men responsible for the award-winning modified LS 600h L, Guy De Alwis and Clark Ishihara of VIP Auto Salon, Inc.

  • BEFORE AND AFTER:
    It was “crazy” seeing a $120,000 car completely gutted, says Clark Ishihara...

  • ...though the LS 600h L's enhanced interior was definitely worth the work.

  • TIGHT FRONT END:
    VIP Auto Salon also took the extra step of molding the aero kit to the bumper itself, so it would have more of a “flush” look.

  • ON THE SIDE:
    The WALD rocker panels blend seamlessly with the LS 600h L's distinctive hybrid badging. As Clark Ishihara says, he tried to make the vehicle resonate for a younger generation.

  • SPOILER WARNING:
    The roof and trunk spoilers help the award-winning LS hybrid achieve its unique silhouette.


  • BOTTOM LINE:
    The new exhaust, Performance Tube Systems Joe Z Series axel-back system.

  • AT THE WHEEL:
    Sport fenders and 22-inch forged monoblock wheels ($4,000 each) from WALD complete the impressive number of modifications made to the LS 600h L by Vip Auto Salon.

  • AGGRESSIVE ATTITUDE:
    “One unique aspect of our build is the utilization of an aftermarket airbag system that allows the vehicle's dramatic stance.” —Clark Ishihara





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nice very nice
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very beautiful! Rims are $4,000 each?
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LS interior is just stunning,,,
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Thanks for sharing. This car is beautiful. I love the color.
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Just a little update for 2011...

NEW WHEELS !!!

Here it is Live this week @ at the "2011 Chicago Auto Show"













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those mahoras look really good

i want that gauge cluster hahaha
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much nicer wheels!
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so much nicer than the ugly green LS with the copper colored wheels thats on the scene right now
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Saw it at the LA Auto Show. That thing sits low..... Really well done and tasteful.
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The interior is just SICK! But damn, 4k EACH for the wheels, no way.
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very nice! but if I were to purchase an LS, it would be for comfort and the lowered suspension, and rims of that size really defeat the purpose.
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im in awe!! looks absolutely amazing!!
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I don't think that price is correct.
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Originally Posted by cheez80
i want that gauge cluster hahaha
me too!!!
Last time I was down there working on my LS they showed me this car... Sooo nice
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