I love how the exterior of these two cars (front, rear, sides), convey such absolute and extensive design detail.

I prefer most cars with aero/body kits, a stock bodied car just doesn't do it for me. However, regarding the new GS and IS, I could live with just upgraded wheels and a lowering job.


Anyone else feel the same way?

 

I agree with you on the GS's looks......and I saw the first Lexus TV ad for it last night. We still don't know EXACTLY what the new IS is going to look like...it has not been publically unveiled yet, though there have been MANY speculations....especially here on CL. Flipside 909 is the only CL member I know of that has actually seen press pictures of the new IS.

Since you asked for opinions, as far as non-stock wheels and a lowering job, I think it is a waste of time and money. You paid good cash for the stock wheels and suspension (and they were designed specifically for the car), so USE them.

 

You're an IS owner yet you don't seem to browse the IS forum much, at least not in the last few hours . . . . . .

 

I post in that forum when I feel I have something constructive and informative to add.....not just to bump up my post count. I've made numerous posts about the IS300's engine, transmission, and interior.
My best talents lie in the general areas of car talk, auto consulting, and the auto market, so I spend the majority of my time there.....as your talents (and 1SICK's) seem to be in the area of finding interesting articles to post.

 

LOL. I'm not talking about post counts or posting talents, the new IS was unveiled with pics & streaming video in the IS forum many hours ago, THAT's what I'm telling you !!

 

yeah marshall, i can't beleive you haven't seen the new IS yet. it's one damn nice car you gotta see! imho it looks even better than the gs

i agree, both cars are so well designed. in person the new GS is very nice indeed! and to be honest, the interior is what i was really thrilled about

 

Thanks, Henry ...I'll take a look. I've been working with somebody today on HIS new purchase and haven't had much time for the IS forum browsing. (See my thread on the Scion xA in CAR CHAT).

 

L-Finesse is the key!

 

no problem, you are going to be very excited i think!

 

Gonna trade your '04, Flip? I'm sure Liz will be glad to order you one.

 

Haha no way. My Gen 1 is now a classic. If anything the new GS will be parked next to it someday.

 

I always felt Lexus design was simply bunched because of the success of the LS. Lexus always was called having bland styling when in fact, they are not at all even before the L-finesse. But now, there is no arguing the designs are even more eye-catching and gorgous. Of course since Lexus haters, well hated on the styling, what will they try to pull now.

 

Don't worry Mike, they will figure out something to say about the new designed.

I like the new designed and the direction Lexus is heading in the future. Can't waint until Lexus launch in Japan and I like to see what kind of the cars they will roll out of the showroom floor in their hometown.

 

toyota said they are going to have all full new lineup by 2007 right? that's going to be something man!

 

Yup! I especially like the taillights being "regular" red lamps, and not the clear style, which is getting old.

I'll take silver/black please! I'm gonna miss my RX's ride height & cargo capability (but not by much!)