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Originally Posted by knolex2001
The SC430 has been too heavy & too small for a Grand Tourer.
Here's an idea:
Drop the SC430 when the LF-A comes out. (Hold on, just listen for a second)
Make a GS convertible, a real 4 seater kinda like the CLK or BMW 6.
Introduce the IS convertible.
This will give Lexus an entry level convertible(with 2 engines), a premium convertible(with 2 engines), and an elite supercar at the top.
Does this make sense to anyone else?
Here's an idea:
Drop the SC430 when the LF-A comes out. (Hold on, just listen for a second)
Make a GS convertible, a real 4 seater kinda like the CLK or BMW 6.
Introduce the IS convertible.
This will give Lexus an entry level convertible(with 2 engines), a premium convertible(with 2 engines), and an elite supercar at the top.
Does this make sense to anyone else?
Lexus doesn't need an 'entry level' car. That's what Toyota is for. What's with people trying to make cheaper and cheaper cars with a name brand badge on the front? You're not fooling anybody; we all know how cheap your base model 'luxury' car was.
Cadillac Catera, Acura Integra, Benz C-Clas hatch, Infiniti G20, BMW 1 series, Jag X-type, etc... Just because someone buys one of these cars doesn't mean they drive a nice car. If you want a real, true luxury brand car, just buy a used one. Let the lower end companies sell the lower end cars.
The SC is one of the original Lexus cars. That'd be like BMW dropping the 5 series.
Originally Posted by Pearlpower
LOL, yeah I know what you mean about saying anything negative about BMW here. True it sells as expected, but a soft top? Had/have soft top convertibles and my preference is obvious. They are still competitors though. Just different as you pointed out. Not knocking the 6 series, I actually like them better than any other of the BMW's out there. A Coupe for me please.
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Originally Posted by Pearlpower
Here they come. The SC haters and those looking to change Lexus all over again. Folks, leave Lexus alone, they are doing just fine without you.
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Originally Posted by Pearlpower
The SC430 is still outselling the ,"NEW" 645/650 convertible and it is not because of availability.
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Originally Posted by MongooseGA
Um, no. The SC was around before the GS, which was originally a [sort of] flop for Lexus anyway. .
Lexus doesn't need an 'entry level' car. That's what Toyota is for. What's with people trying to make cheaper and cheaper cars with a name brand badge on the front? You're not fooling anybody; we all know how cheap your base model 'luxury' car was. .
Cadillac Catera, Acura Integra, Benz C-Clas hatch, Infiniti G20, BMW 1 series, Jag X-type, etc... Just because someone buys one of these cars doesn't mean they drive a nice car. If you want a real, true luxury brand car, just buy a used one. Let the lower end companies sell the lower end cars. .
What would the IS convertible be based on? No Toyotas. IS sedan. Again, if you got an issue with the IS that's your problem.
The SC is one of the original Lexus cars. That'd be like BMW dropping the 5 series.
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Originally Posted by NYLexSC
Also, if it were the SC, it would not have a 6 cylinder engine same as the IS350 as the article shows there, by giving specs for the 2GR
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btw, 1GS was about 45k loaded, not 55k.
Lexus does not HAVE to compete with SLK, its low volume and not exactly an image creator.
The SC is a Lexus pride and joy, no way its going to get dropped. It is a huge seller for them consiering its a limited prodcution model. And it helped its image, it was used in many music videos and he rich and famous drive it.
Not every car has to be some sports car. the SC EXCELS in being a GT.
Not to mention, its the most reliable car EVER TESTED!
Lexus does not HAVE to compete with SLK, its low volume and not exactly an image creator.
The SC is a Lexus pride and joy, no way its going to get dropped. It is a huge seller for them consiering its a limited prodcution model. And it helped its image, it was used in many music videos and he rich and famous drive it.
Not every car has to be some sports car. the SC EXCELS in being a GT.
Not to mention, its the most reliable car EVER TESTED!
(and i read it twice already too....)
