Picked up the 2013 RX F-Sport
08-12-12, 05:12 PM
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Wow! They both look beautiful! It appears the wheels on the F-Sport have more of a smoked-out look compared to the wheels on the F-Sport appearance package?? I've only seen F-Sport appearance packaged RX's on my dealer's lot so far, and they don't have the darker look to the wheel, even though it's the same wheel.
08-16-12, 12:09 PM
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Wow! They both look beautiful! It appears the wheels on the F-Sport have more of a smoked-out look compared to the wheels on the F-Sport appearance package?? I've only seen F-Sport appearance packaged RX's on my dealer's lot so far, and they don't have the darker look to the wheel, even though it's the same wheel.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/110910858293...witem=&vxp=mtr
08-20-12, 12:02 PM
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Sorry, been pretty busy at work, but to answer some of your questions:
- I got $1,100 off MSRP of ~$52,144. I didn't expect much discount, if any, especially for buying the first RX-FSport in the Northwest. Tax here @ close to 10% is what really kills you.
- Overall, I'm glad I waited for the F-Sport instead of picking up the regular 350. I'll need more time with it before I can give some in depth reviews on it.
-The 8speed is fairly smooth during normal driving conditions as it should be, but it's noticeably quicker than the 2012 RX loaner I drove when I had some things added to my F-Sport. I'm not sure what you mean by lag, but I don't notice any lag when downshifting via the paddles or the shift gate.
Of course, this is just from my experience, but you'll have to test drive one yourself to get a better feel of what it can or can not do.
- I got $1,100 off MSRP of ~$52,144. I didn't expect much discount, if any, especially for buying the first RX-FSport in the Northwest. Tax here @ close to 10% is what really kills you.
- Overall, I'm glad I waited for the F-Sport instead of picking up the regular 350. I'll need more time with it before I can give some in depth reviews on it.
-The 8speed is fairly smooth during normal driving conditions as it should be, but it's noticeably quicker than the 2012 RX loaner I drove when I had some things added to my F-Sport. I'm not sure what you mean by lag, but I don't notice any lag when downshifting via the paddles or the shift gate.
Of course, this is just from my experience, but you'll have to test drive one yourself to get a better feel of what it can or can not do.
08-20-12, 01:06 PM
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Sorry, been pretty busy at work, but to answer some of your questions:
- I got $1,100 off MSRP of ~$52,144. I didn't expect much discount, if any, especially for buying the first RX-FSport in the Northwest. Tax here @ close to 10% is what really kills you.
- Overall, I'm glad I waited for the F-Sport instead of picking up the regular 350. I'll need more time with it before I can give some in depth reviews on it.
-The 8speed is fairly smooth during normal driving conditions as it should be, but it's noticeably quicker than the 2012 RX loaner I drove when I had some things added to my F-Sport. I'm not sure what you mean by lag, but I don't notice any lag when downshifting via the paddles or the shift gate.
Of course, this is just from my experience, but you'll have to test drive one yourself to get a better feel of what it can or can not do.
- I got $1,100 off MSRP of ~$52,144. I didn't expect much discount, if any, especially for buying the first RX-FSport in the Northwest. Tax here @ close to 10% is what really kills you.
- Overall, I'm glad I waited for the F-Sport instead of picking up the regular 350. I'll need more time with it before I can give some in depth reviews on it.
-The 8speed is fairly smooth during normal driving conditions as it should be, but it's noticeably quicker than the 2012 RX loaner I drove when I had some things added to my F-Sport. I'm not sure what you mean by lag, but I don't notice any lag when downshifting via the paddles or the shift gate.
Of course, this is just from my experience, but you'll have to test drive one yourself to get a better feel of what it can or can not do.
enough said! I will test one when i am able to locate one. Thanks!
08-20-12, 04:46 PM
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I think you'll like the F-Sport better. Much more aggressive look that kind of differentiate yourself from the loads of RXs out there. It's the little things that is an F-Sport only really stands out to me.
-8 speed transmission
-Black interior with contrast stitching
-Black headliner
-F-Sport badges on the fendors and Steering
-F-Sport tuned suspension (You can notice the difference on this compared to the 350)
-Dark graphite wheels
-Navigation/Enform system (this is not exclusive to the F-Sport, but it's a BIG improvement from the previous years)
More F-Sports should be coming in at this time and you shouldn't have a problem in California since AWD vehicles are not as high demand as up here in the Northwest.
I think the biggest question is how much of a price difference it will be between a similarly equipped RX350 vs. the F-Sport. If you were to get one now, do it before the "Golden Opportunity" event ends because I got 1.9% apr financing on mine.
-8 speed transmission
-Black interior with contrast stitching
-Black headliner
-F-Sport badges on the fendors and Steering
-F-Sport tuned suspension (You can notice the difference on this compared to the 350)
-Dark graphite wheels
-Navigation/Enform system (this is not exclusive to the F-Sport, but it's a BIG improvement from the previous years)
More F-Sports should be coming in at this time and you shouldn't have a problem in California since AWD vehicles are not as high demand as up here in the Northwest.
I think the biggest question is how much of a price difference it will be between a similarly equipped RX350 vs. the F-Sport. If you were to get one now, do it before the "Golden Opportunity" event ends because I got 1.9% apr financing on mine.
08-21-12, 03:19 PM
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I think you'll like the F-Sport better. Much more aggressive look that kind of differentiate yourself from the loads of RXs out there. It's the little things that is an F-Sport only really stands out to me.
-8 speed transmission
-Black interior with contrast stitching
-Black headliner
-F-Sport badges on the fendors and Steering
-F-Sport tuned suspension (You can notice the difference on this compared to the 350)
-Dark graphite wheels
-Navigation/Enform system (this is not exclusive to the F-Sport, but it's a BIG improvement from the previous years)
More F-Sports should be coming in at this time and you shouldn't have a problem in California since AWD vehicles are not as high demand as up here in the Northwest.
I think the biggest question is how much of a price difference it will be between a similarly equipped RX350 vs. the F-Sport. If you were to get one now, do it before the "Golden Opportunity" event ends because I got 1.9% apr financing on mine.
-8 speed transmission
-Black interior with contrast stitching
-Black headliner
-F-Sport badges on the fendors and Steering
-F-Sport tuned suspension (You can notice the difference on this compared to the 350)
-Dark graphite wheels
-Navigation/Enform system (this is not exclusive to the F-Sport, but it's a BIG improvement from the previous years)
More F-Sports should be coming in at this time and you shouldn't have a problem in California since AWD vehicles are not as high demand as up here in the Northwest.
I think the biggest question is how much of a price difference it will be between a similarly equipped RX350 vs. the F-Sport. If you were to get one now, do it before the "Golden Opportunity" event ends because I got 1.9% apr financing on mine.
08-25-12, 07:50 AM
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Is the F sport suspension harsher on bumpy roads? I would expect it to corner better, but curious as to how it feels on uneven pavement driving down a freeway. I had a "sport tuned suspension" once and it rattled my kidneys on some freeways.
08-25-12, 02:04 PM
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clexusking, thanks for the red (Claret Mica) example. That's the first in person shot I've seen of that color. I remain partial to the prior years' Matador Red but I can see the appeal of this new shade.
My incoming 450h (still wish they offered the 450h F Sport in NA) will be Stargazer Black. The dealer has a VIN showing up in the system so it's built. Now I'm waiting on the shipment from Japan....
My incoming 450h (still wish they offered the 450h F Sport in NA) will be Stargazer Black. The dealer has a VIN showing up in the system so it's built. Now I'm waiting on the shipment from Japan....