Kingkrs

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Just curious if anyone has gone from the ISF to the new GS or maybe LS. I am considering giving up my 2011 ISF for a more tame ride and more interior room. Besides the obvious power difference, what are some of the biggest differences you noticed in crossing over?

Thanks for your input.

BigAnthony

you're gonna go from a beast to a sophisticate.

1111GS

I think the best thing for you to do is to ask them to let you keep the car for a day to check out. Everyone is different. If you feel you need something different (aka you're getting old ) GS is probably the right one for you. I'm so spoiled by the seat and personally can't see me having the IS or IS-F as a DD. Maybe for fun when I have the extra.

flippd

Biggest thing is to make sure you're okay with the power, especially since the lower gears seem to always want to shift up.

Flying3

Well I am currently driving a 2008 ISF as my DD and have a 14 GS 350 F Sport on order. I test drove the GS a couple of times and my dealer gave me one as a loaner.

I'm in the Boston area so am happy to be going into a year round DD. I have been putting away the ISF in the winter, So the AWD is one nice benefit. The GS has a much nicer ride and larger interior. Both cars have great seats so comfort is comparable. Obviously, you are giving up considerable HP and torque and tight handling. But honestly, as nice as this is, the ride on the ISF is overly stiff.

So for me, I feel like giving up the performance is worth the better ride and added luxury as well as year round use.

Kingkrs

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Thanks for the replies. I am getting older and the wife does not like to ride in my car because of the stiffness and difficulty getting in and out of the vehicle. I suppose that would be a blessing to most since that would keep the wife away from the car! haha but I have been thinking about this for a while now. I have not driven the GS or the LS and have sat in both on the dealer showroom. The LS is out of this world nice in the interior and the seats are super comfy. The GS as I see it is a step down from that and nice in its own regard. I guess I need to drive the GS and see for myself, but I am afraid that I will like it too much and get one! I know, what a problem to have.