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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by SNiiP3R
You can actually see from this image that the dash is different, I think the 12" navi is in there or maybe 14" ?

So the interior has been redesigned indeed.

EDIT: Hmm now I think that "navi screen" is just a reflection on the side window. Notice how the last pic below has no such screen? Guess there's no interior redesign after all. (Too early to conclude of course.)

Here's the source of that image with the rest of the pics, where we can see the front of a non-F-Sport LS.
http://www.bobaedream.co.kr/board/bu...onal&No=423175





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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 09:53 AM
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normal version looks tame enough for the transition to full predator grille in the future :P
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 10:02 AM
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Originally Posted by SDkath
Gorgey!!!

Wow, Lexus does it again ala the 2004 model year transition surprise!
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by spwolf
normal version looks tame enough for the transition to full predator grille in the future :P
Not sure if the front bumper is body-colored or blacked-out though. I think it would look weird if it's body-colored, but too aggressive if it's blacked-out.
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Not sure if you guys noticed...there are a few things that have caught my eye:

1) The hood bulges on the edge and the middle of the hood.
2) The rocker mouldings have a stronger and defined look.
3) The headlamp design with the LED projectors and LED strip look to be the best of all the concepts and production Lexus vehicles.
4) The fog lamp assemblies look small, meaning did they go with projectors...and maybe LED to match the upper?
5) The car sits a lot lower than the current LS Sport. Lets hope it stays this way!!!
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 10:39 AM
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WoW more leaked photos...!!!!!

I guess they can't move these cars in CLOSED trailers... That RED Lexus looks HOT..!!


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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by flipside909


Not sure if you guys noticed...there are a few things that have caught my eye:

1) The hood bulges on the edge and the middle of the hood.
2) The rocker mouldings have a stronger and defined look.
3) The headlamp design with the LED projectors and LED strip look to be the best of all the concepts and production Lexus vehicles.
4) The fog lamp assemblies look small, meaning did they go with projectors...and maybe LED to match the upper?
5) The car sits a lot lower than the current LS Sport. Lets hope it stays this way!!!
You beat me to #4 based on the size and would make sence to go with matching LED fogs, after all LED tech is there now to go that route. All other points i agree with you.

I guess I was wrong Lexus got caught slipping again with early pics getting out, more leaks than the Titanic.
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Originally Posted by flipside909
This is probably the first Lexus model to get LED low/high beams outside of LS 600hL and other Lexus hybrids.
Nope.

I hope the rest of the LS line gets the full LCD speedo cluster like the 2010+ LS 600hL (standard across the LS line in Japan since '10).
About time!

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Old Jul 27, 2012 | 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by ydooby
So the interior has been redesigned indeed.

EDIT: Hmm now I think that "navi screen" is just a reflection on the side window. Notice how the last pic below has no such screen? Guess there's no interior redesign after all. (Too early to conclude of course.)

Here's the source of that image with the rest of the pics, where we can see the front of a non-F-Sport LS.
http://www.bobaedream.co.kr/board/bu...onal&No=423175




What's the red car? The baby RX? The CX is coming?
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 10:56 AM
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Venza! :-)
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by asoksevil
What's the red car? The baby RX? The CX is coming?
Is it a Venza?
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 11:00 AM
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Looks like a Venza to me!!
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 11:00 AM
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Venza! :-)
Damn

Well at least we know that it will come!
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by LexBob2
Is it a Venza?
I think so.
The exhaust tip was the tip!
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 11:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Megafast13
I'm personally sad to see Lexus move away from a more conservative, executive, luxury look compared to the new sporty aggressive persona. I always imagined Acura to be that side of the import industry.

I just think that the current LS is much more classy, than this mean looking one. Unless a 60 year old man wants to feel young looking, I think this car will scare most retirees ****less.

Lexus should keep this sporty look to the IS. As soon as I saw the "F Sport" packages coming to other models I new it was going to go downhill.

However, I understand their competition...Audi, BMW, etc. They want, and need to compete in the track/performance industry...Just wish it didn't have to apply to every model, even if somewhat an option/package. The only new model that doesn't pull it off is the one that should, the GS. The ES just looks cleaner, less bloated.

Happy to see a more cosmetic facelift, than a rediculous new design. Those saying it looks like the old Audi flagship...GOOD.
Other brands are moving TOO FAST with their designs.

I'm already in love with that tractor beam straight window line ________
Its a tough balance for Lexus. Even before this latest model the LS got sportier and it kept its core buyers. Remember this is just the F-sport, the base and luxury models will have horizontal slants, fat tires and be more cushy for its core segment.



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