Technically, yes. And that's all I'll say.

 

After I finish breakin off the Mercedes SL scene, I'll make a big return to the Lexus/Soarer scene.

Heads will roll

oh, theres also a lack of originality when it comes to modding.

how many "What should I do to my car" threads do you see per day? usually the same people respond...with the same ideas.

next thing you know, EVERYONES car looks the same

 

You go girl. We'll be waiting.

I don't think learning from others is a bad thing. Not everyone is looking to be 100% original. Most are just trying to stand out from the hoards of stock cars out in the public. We see the similarities on CL but the cars are pretty spread out in the world. Even here in CA (both north and south), I've seen my fair share of modded Lexus (among the many many stock versions) and there was not an exact duplicate.

We are, to a certain extent, limited by the availability of parts (even though there are more now than before), time, and funds. Not everyone has the resource to do custom work, which is where a lot (but not all) the originality happens. I do think that this "lack of originality" is contributing to the lull of which I speak. There used to be a mix or "original" modders and "follower" modders. We now have more of the latter.

 

I think some of it too is "burn out" or continue reliance on "O.Gs". The "Last Dance" meet is an example of that, 5 years in the game and people are "tired" and ready for people to step in and step up. It is still RARE for that to happen.

Only a few nuts can do it and do it day and night. Some of the best compliments I got were AFTER I wrecked the 400, people thought I was going to drop off Clublexus.

Some of us have a lot of passion with modding and Lexus and Clublexus and sometimes, that passion loses its fire. Sometimes it can be reignited, sometimes it goes away. Like a relationship.

 

Wow I cant believe I missed this awesome thread. Nonetheless as Neo said I believe a lot of us have moved on from the car modding and show scene. I enjoy coming on CL to read some of the newbie threads asking what mods to get etc.and to read how excited they are with their new mods. I can honestly say my focus has changed. Dont get me wrong I enjoy driving my GS 400 but that's about it. I also believe a lot of the old timers have refocused their attention to their families, business, homes etc. I recently totally rebuilt my supra and created a serious power machine with 600rwhp plus, but to be honest I dont have time to drive it because I am too busy with other things. I recently spoke with Indio and we both agreed that we probably just enjoy looking at the cars sitting in the garage because we dont have time to drive them. As a matter of fact my wife calls my GS4 and Supra garage queens
I for one will always love cars and will always have a cool car as I have in the past 23 years, but I will not go through what I went through with the GS4 modding. My next car will have everything I want from factory thus the only thing I will do is put gas in it. 2007 plus will be an interesting year for Lexus and I look forward to buying the car that best suits me.

 

I too will not go as far as I did/am doing with the GS but I don't think I'd go as far as staying 100% OEM either.

 

I lost interest in my GS but recently I had a change of heart and really wanna do some tasteful mods to it once the summer hits hopefully.. I do notice it though, I remember when I first joined CL everyday there was a different thread someone would post bout a new mod they have and this and that now its just a bunch of people with a handful of posts asking questions

 

I see the 2IS forum and how busy it is. Its busier than the 2GS forum. Threads don't stay on page one longer than a couple hours. People are modding their cars there left and right.

I think we are just the "old O.G guard" and we laid the road down correctly and now the new members have to follow and do the right thing.

And IMO, they are.

Great job everyone!

 

Lots of good points here and I also can't believe I missed this thread.

After I got the SC300 to the stage it's at, I considered engine mods to get the power. Instead I got the G35 with factory power and it requires very little else. A slight drop and wheels and you're pretty much there. Now I'm thinking of getting rid of it and buy a 2GS4. If I do it will get only a mild drop and wheels.
I don't think I will ever again pour 15K into car like I did the SC. It's not because I'm getting old cars are getting better. Manufacturers sell them with lowered stances and sportier styling and plenty of power. No need for 450 hp when 300 does the job. Even sound systems just need upgrading instead of complete replacement.
I also agree that priorites do change after a while. My mind is on making money so much I'm consumed by it. Not really consumed but I want my family to be very well taken care of.
I will always put wheels on any car I drive...but not much more than that.
I haven't been to any meets lately. Mostly it's just standing around talking about the cars. The last one I went to I broight 2 remote control cars. I thought someone would be interested and want to play. Only some girl asked to play. Everyone else looked at me like I was crazy. I'd rather have meets where there is fun and activities. But we just stand around staring at cars. That I am losing interest in.
So yeah, things are different.
Life is all about change. When things stay the same, there's something wrong. Don't worry, the modding craze will return. More than that, general excitement will return too. Cl has so much info and pics, the kids will see it and want to follow the geezers...because we knew how to do it.

 

Amen brother

 

Yes, 2GS came out before 1IS but IS is where it's at now. 1SICKLEX and I saw the local scene in Atlanta go from 2GS dominance to about parity with 1IS.

Don't know what Atlanta's like now (I moved), but my overall impression nationwide is that the 2IS is where it's at. The 1IS had the 'racer' type interior and the 2IS is more refined but also much more capable, now with AWD, 3 engines (including diesel in Europe), hot 3.5, etc.

The 3GS *is* in reality a 'logical' extension of the 2GS, and also with optional AWD, hybrid, V6, V8 drivetrains (impressive) but Lexus definitely has the performance angle focused on the 2IS and the IS-F is proof positive of that. It will be interesting to see if Lexus does an GS-F.

 

Wow, great point. This is correct, we saw before our eyes in 2 years, the GS domination became equal to the ISs and then the ISs became the dominant force. With SELOC now, the IS 350 owners are a VERY enthusiastic group. IMO, where the NEW LEXUS CAR blood is.

bit and I agree, the 2IS is the spiritual successor to the 2GS.

 

how many of us will be here in 2012 with modded 2009 GS500Fs?

 

One more thing, I believe if Lexus creates a sporty coupe along the lines of the IS in looks and price, it will cause a stir never seen before. Coupes from other marques would lose many sales. People would go crazy. The automotive world would be in anticipation. Me, I'd jump all over it.

 

Thanks. Now you know what this means... you need an IS350 next or even better, an IS-F.

I haven't been following what's going on with 2IS mods, but I bet there's a lot happening. Think I'm gonna hang more often in the 2IS forum here.

The two most exciting things happening in Lexus land are the 2IS and the new LS460. The LS600h is going to create a REAL buzz when it happens. It could well be the new status symbol to have, even over cars like Maybach. It has the presence, the technology, the size, and the quietest ride possible. Can't wait. Also, expect LS limos!