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Old 08-10-05, 01:17 PM
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You are invited to experience...
A full day of style, luxury and sheer driving excitement - compliments of Lexus. Please join us for Taste of Lexus, Performance Edition.
Come slip behind the wheel of our newest models and feel the performance behind the luxury. Savor fine cuisine inspired by top-rated chefs. And immerse yourself in all things luxurious.

Taste of Lexus, Performance Edition will be visiting 10 cities from September to November. Please click on the city nearest you - or where you would like to attend - and get full information including driving directions.
Atlanta Stone Mountain Park Oct 22/23
Chicago Arlington Park Oct 8/9
Chicago Arlington Park Oct 15/16
Dallas Texas Stadium Oct 22/23
Houston Reliant Park Oct 15/16
Los Angeles Dodger Stadium Nov 5/6
Miami Calder Race Course Oct 1/2
New York Belmont Park Sept 17/18
New York Belmont Park Sept 24/25
Orange County Marine Corps Air Station El Toro Nov 12/13
San Francisco Alameda Point Nov 5/6
Washington FedEx Field Sept 24/25

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More info from the web site:
ACCELERATION
We welcome you to slide behind the wheel of today’s most advanced Lexus vehicles. Drive our newest and finest – as well as competing vehicles. No stress. No salespeople. No pressure.
Fast Lane
Drive the all-new, much-heralded 2006 IS 250 and IS 350. Compare the race-bred suspension, high-output engine and refined appointments to its top competitors – all on a tight, autocross-style drive course.
Ahead
Experience the world’s first luxury hybrid SUV, the Lexus RX 400h. Find out how Lexus has combined outstanding performance, economy and refined creature comforts in one beautiful and exciting package.
Speed
Discover the acceleration, surefooted handling and outstanding road manners of the all-new 2006 GS 300 and GS 430. See how they compare to their closest European competitors.
Rush
Indulge any and all of your automotive whims on the Lexus full-line drive course. Whether you select a Lexus sedan or luxury SUV, this promises to be a drive and a day to remember.
EXHILARATION
Delight
What would Taste of Lexus, Performance Edition be without the finest food and beverages? We’ve invited noted international chefs to contribute to a special menu that is sure to please the most discriminating palate. You are invited to sample the fare as often as you like.
Bliss
Leave the stress of the “civilized” world behind and be pampered in Spa Lexus. Soft lights, soothing sounds and a healing touch await you. Indulge your senses.
Live
You will be certain to find unique and enjoyable lifestyle activities at every turn.
Benefits
Discover the many advantages afforded to Lexus owners while you are attending Taste of Lexus, Performance Edition.

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Old 08-10-05, 01:31 PM
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boooooo @ minimum age of 21..it ought to be 18. I have a license and a Lexus, so what if I'm not 21
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boooooo @ minimum age of 21..it ought to be 18. I have a license and a Lexus, so what if I'm not 21
I know! I'm only 19, so I can't go either. So stupid.
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Woo hoo, signed up for the LA event on Sunday Nov. 6. It's been about four years since I last went.

Thanks for the link
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Ahh no competitors' cars this time. I was hoping to autocross the new 3 and the new IS back-to-back for a good comparison.

Still I'm totally looking forward to it.
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can't wait.. I missed out last year..
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I'm in!!! Belmont Park, Sept 25, 11:00 am!!!!
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STUCK THREAD!!

I didn't wait for my usual invitiation, I signed up.

ANYONE in the SE, GA or Atlanta area, if you want to join SELOC there, we are going Sunday 10/23/05 at 2pm. Feel free to join us!!
 
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Spa Lexus....that sounds so enticing...
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Originally Posted by XeroK00L
Ahh no competitors' cars this time. I was hoping to autocross the new 3 and the new IS back-to-back for a good comparison.

Still I'm totally looking forward to it.
XeroK00L,

there will absolutely be competitor vehicles there...whole point of the event.

I'm signed up in NY for Belmont Park 9/18 at 9 am.
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Originally Posted by Johnny Mo
XeroK00L,

there will absolutely be competitor vehicles there...whole point of the event.

I'm signed up in NY for Belmont Park 9/18 at 9 am.
LOL they stressed the 3 new models so much I totally missed the fine details of the event description. So it's everything as before. Can't wait!!
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DAMN!! And this year, the event is not close to me at all. I'm going to be back in Philly next month and it seems the closest one is Belmont Park. I've never been to Belmont Park. How far is that from Philly?? I hope thats not out on the Island.
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From the FAQ:

You will have a chance to drive the full line of Lexus models:
LS, GS, ES, IS, SC, LX, GX and RX, as well as competitive vehicles for the IS and GS models.
So a bit different from last year where they had competitors for all models, maybe because this year they're stressing the IS and GS...so I imagine 3-series, C-class, G35, E-class, 5-series, but not 7-series, SUVs, etc.
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Originally Posted by enigma354
So a bit different from last year where they had competitors for all models, maybe because this year they're stressing the IS and GS...so I imagine 3-series, C-class, G35, E-class, 5-series, but not 7-series, SUVs, etc.
Good catch... Would've been nice if they had the new powerful 750i for test drive, but I guess we'll have to wait till a more worthy LS comes out.
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Originally Posted by Johnny Mo
XeroK00L,

there will absolutely be competitor vehicles there...whole point of the event.

I'm signed up in NY for Belmont Park 9/18 at 9 am.
What cars will be available for me to drive?
You will have a chance to drive the full line of Lexus models:
LS, GS, ES, IS, SC, LX, GX and RX, as well as competitive vehicles for the IS and GS models.
 


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