Lexus IS F Evolution
I'm kind of surprised that this topic has not been shut down yet...this must be the fifth time that the "IS F/R", "IS F Evolution", "IS F Blue Label" has come up around here.
It's all rumors guys. Calm down
It's all rumors guys. Calm down
Some hardcore Lexus enthusiasts may buy it for the asking price as some
diehard BMW enthusiasts purchased the $229,000 M3 GTR Street. Would I buy either car? NO! Is there a race version of the IS-F ala M3 GTR to warrant this price ?
In February of 2001 BMW presented a pure-bred sportscar for road use - the BMW M3 GTR powered by a V8 engine. This car, which is racing from victory to victory in the American Le Mans Series (ALMS), will be built by BMW M from January 2002. The flexible production facilities of BMW Individual permit the production of a small series. Road licensing is possible.
By using carbon fibre body parts and by completely foregoing any comfort equipment, the two-seater M3 GTR is a car for true purists. An empty weight of approx. 1350 kilograms has been achieved. The 4.0 litre V8 engine with a cylinder bank angle of 90 degrees resembles the race version featuring in excess of 450 hp. Due to the necessary adaptations regarding emissions and noise levels the road version still generates more than 258 kW (350 hp).
The M3 GTR road version is kept technically as close as possible to the racing version. Apart from the extremely light V8 engine this includes dry sump lubrication, a 6-speed gearbox, a two-disc sports clutch and the variable M differential lock.
For weight reduction purposes the roof, the rear spoiler as well as the front and rear aprons are made of carbon fibre reinforced plastic - just like in the race version. The extended front and rear apron as well as the rear spoiler optimise the aerodynamics of the M3 GTR. Additional cooling slits in the bonnet ensure the high-performance powerplant's thermal well-being.
The BMW M3 GTR features an extremely lowered suspension and enormously sporty suspension settings. The compact V8 high-performance engine permits optimum weight distribution which, together with the 19-inch sports wheels, guarantee outstanding handling properties.
diehard BMW enthusiasts purchased the $229,000 M3 GTR Street. Would I buy either car? NO! Is there a race version of the IS-F ala M3 GTR to warrant this price ?
In February of 2001 BMW presented a pure-bred sportscar for road use - the BMW M3 GTR powered by a V8 engine. This car, which is racing from victory to victory in the American Le Mans Series (ALMS), will be built by BMW M from January 2002. The flexible production facilities of BMW Individual permit the production of a small series. Road licensing is possible.
By using carbon fibre body parts and by completely foregoing any comfort equipment, the two-seater M3 GTR is a car for true purists. An empty weight of approx. 1350 kilograms has been achieved. The 4.0 litre V8 engine with a cylinder bank angle of 90 degrees resembles the race version featuring in excess of 450 hp. Due to the necessary adaptations regarding emissions and noise levels the road version still generates more than 258 kW (350 hp).
The M3 GTR road version is kept technically as close as possible to the racing version. Apart from the extremely light V8 engine this includes dry sump lubrication, a 6-speed gearbox, a two-disc sports clutch and the variable M differential lock.
For weight reduction purposes the roof, the rear spoiler as well as the front and rear aprons are made of carbon fibre reinforced plastic - just like in the race version. The extended front and rear apron as well as the rear spoiler optimise the aerodynamics of the M3 GTR. Additional cooling slits in the bonnet ensure the high-performance powerplant's thermal well-being.
The BMW M3 GTR features an extremely lowered suspension and enormously sporty suspension settings. The compact V8 high-performance engine permits optimum weight distribution which, together with the 19-inch sports wheels, guarantee outstanding handling properties.
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Lexus does not have "performance enthusiasts " . They sell cars to people who want luxury and reliability. They would never be able to charge M3GTR money for a lexus because it has no hardcore performance credential or reputation.... yet
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To the people in this thread who actually believe this article is smoking some serious crack, I have said it before and I will say it again, I have been told the light weight version will go for approx 25% more than the original IS-F. That means you guys are looking at maybe $75,000 which is a hell of a lot less than the GTR ATM.
Nothing like reliable media articles !
Nothing like reliable media articles !
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Remember, people said in 1989 no one would even BUY ANY Lexus b/c it had no luxury reputation.
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I know ther is a following, but the BMW crowd would crush the Lexus crowd in terms of following. The bimmers have been in this game for a lot longer. I see your point though
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Agreed. This car is just a rumor. It aint gonna happen folks. It's funny how people believe everything they see.
