4GS Chassis can handle a lot more power
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4GS Chassis can handle a lot more power
Seems to me the 4GS chassis can handle A LOT more power than we have. I can feel it on the curves that the chassis is begging for more but the engine merely agrees to the flogging.
I am almost certain that Lexus would put out an updated 4GS with more power. I mean why stiffen the chassis by 33% on the 4GS and keep the old powerplant? What are your thoughts?
I am almost certain that Lexus would put out an updated 4GS with more power. I mean why stiffen the chassis by 33% on the 4GS and keep the old powerplant? What are your thoughts?
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However, sales volume indicate differently.....on whether people will actually buy a V-8. And when it comes down to it, it's always about $$$$
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The Chassis is based off of a modified MK4 Toyota Supra chassis, no surprise.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...g-the-2jz.html
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...g-the-2jz.html
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And a re-tooled IS-F would have also been quicker than a GS-F with the same motor too.
Regarding the competition, I doubt the Audi S6, MB E500 and BMW M5 are profitable either, HOWEVER it is easier to get aftermarket support for Audi A6, MB 350 and BMW 5 series.
I'm just being realistic and not expecting a GS-F and would be just as happy if the GS has better aftermarket support.
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From what I was reading about it was only patented in the US, GS-F. It wasn't patented else where. If they were to be coming out with a GS-F wouldn't they patent it elsewhere also o.o? Just a question not making a statement Le anything haha
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It would attract enthusiasts, but probably not enough so to justify the cost of R&D. I believe this is why IS-F production ended ... sales weren't high enough?
And a re-tooled IS-F would have also been quicker than a GS-F with the same motor too.
Regarding the competition, I doubt the Audi S6, MB E500 and BMW M5 are profitable either, HOWEVER it is easier to get aftermarket support for Audi A6, MB 350 and BMW 5 series.
I'm just being realistic and not expecting a GS-F and would be just as happy if the GS has better aftermarket support.
And a re-tooled IS-F would have also been quicker than a GS-F with the same motor too.
Regarding the competition, I doubt the Audi S6, MB E500 and BMW M5 are profitable either, HOWEVER it is easier to get aftermarket support for Audi A6, MB 350 and BMW 5 series.
I'm just being realistic and not expecting a GS-F and would be just as happy if the GS has better aftermarket support.
But Lexus will lose some customer to M5, E AMG....
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