Is430?
Originally posted by GS430lvr
-Uhhh, I disagree, the WRX & Evo are in a similar class...regardless if Lexus is competing directly with the BMW 3-series. In fact there are many IS300 modified rally cars out there racing. I'd opt for a few extra thousand for the IS430 just because of the V-8. Gimme a 6-spd or a paddle shifter and I'll line up at the dealer!
-Uhhh, I disagree, the WRX & Evo are in a similar class...regardless if Lexus is competing directly with the BMW 3-series. In fact there are many IS300 modified rally cars out there racing. I'd opt for a few extra thousand for the IS430 just because of the V-8. Gimme a 6-spd or a paddle shifter and I'll line up at the dealer!
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Originally posted by bchau_gt
I The best would be if Lexus/Toyota would build the IS with a 2JZ-GTE. I think that would be a much better powerplant.
I The best would be if Lexus/Toyota would build the IS with a 2JZ-GTE. I think that would be a much better powerplant.
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Originally posted by GS430lvr
In fact there are many IS300 modified rally cars out there racing.
In fact there are many IS300 modified rally cars out there racing.
Mitsu & Subaru compete in the WRC which I consider the top rally series in the world. Lexus is no where to be found in this series.
http://www.wrc.com/
Were not talking rally's like "Gumball" right ?
I'm all for an IS that will compete with M and AMG.
V8 or FI 6, I'll still take one.
Last edited by RMMGS4; Jul 13, 2004 at 12:55 AM.
When I last brought my IS in for service (about a month ago,) I jokingly asked the service manager when the IS would be available with a V8. With a straight face he replied "February." I was shocked, of course, and demanded to know more. He stated that it is supposedly hush-hush at the moment, but Lexus was indeed planning a 4.3L V8-powered IS. It is supposedly going to be built on the current platform and body-style, with some subtle styling cues to differentiate it from the IS300. Horsepower is expected to be 310, if not more. Unfortunately, he hasn't heard anything about a 6-spd manual like the Rod Millen car, but would probably be mated to the new 6-spd E-Shift auto found in the current LS430. The idea is to give Lexus more of a sporting image like BMW.
He seemed pretty convinced that this info was based in fact. Awhile ago a couple of the major car magazines ran spy photos of an IS test mule that was sporting the UZ V8. So, we can be certain that Lexus was serious enough about this to build a prototype and do some testing. I guess we'll find out this winter if it's true.
He seemed pretty convinced that this info was based in fact. Awhile ago a couple of the major car magazines ran spy photos of an IS test mule that was sporting the UZ V8. So, we can be certain that Lexus was serious enough about this to build a prototype and do some testing. I guess we'll find out this winter if it's true.
Originally posted by P.Williams
When I last brought my IS in for service (about a month ago,) I jokingly asked the service manager when the IS would be available with a V8. With a straight face he replied "February." I was shocked, of course, and demanded to know more. He stated that it is supposedly hush-hush at the moment, but Lexus was indeed planning a 4.3L V8-powered IS. It is supposedly going to be built on the current platform and body-style, with some subtle styling cues to differentiate it from the IS300. Horsepower is expected to be 310, if not more. Unfortunately, he hasn't heard anything about a 6-spd manual like the Rod Millen car, but would probably be mated to the new 6-spd E-Shift auto found in the current LS430. The idea is to give Lexus more of a sporting image like BMW.
He seemed pretty convinced that this info was based in fact. Awhile ago a couple of the major car magazines ran spy photos of an IS test mule that was sporting the UZ V8. So, we can be certain that Lexus was serious enough about this to build a prototype and do some testing. I guess we'll find out this winter if it's true.
When I last brought my IS in for service (about a month ago,) I jokingly asked the service manager when the IS would be available with a V8. With a straight face he replied "February." I was shocked, of course, and demanded to know more. He stated that it is supposedly hush-hush at the moment, but Lexus was indeed planning a 4.3L V8-powered IS. It is supposedly going to be built on the current platform and body-style, with some subtle styling cues to differentiate it from the IS300. Horsepower is expected to be 310, if not more. Unfortunately, he hasn't heard anything about a 6-spd manual like the Rod Millen car, but would probably be mated to the new 6-spd E-Shift auto found in the current LS430. The idea is to give Lexus more of a sporting image like BMW.
He seemed pretty convinced that this info was based in fact. Awhile ago a couple of the major car magazines ran spy photos of an IS test mule that was sporting the UZ V8. So, we can be certain that Lexus was serious enough about this to build a prototype and do some testing. I guess we'll find out this winter if it's true.
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Originally posted by P.Williams
When I last brought my IS in for service (about a month ago,) I jokingly asked the service manager when the IS would be available with a V8. With a straight face he replied "February." I was shocked, of course, and demanded to know more. He stated that it is supposedly hush-hush at the moment, but Lexus was indeed planning a 4.3L V8-powered IS. It is supposedly going to be built on the current platform and body-style, with some subtle styling cues to differentiate it from the IS300. Horsepower is expected to be 310, if not more. Unfortunately, he hasn't heard anything about a 6-spd manual like the Rod Millen car, but would probably be mated to the new 6-spd E-Shift auto found in the current LS430. The idea is to give Lexus more of a sporting image like BMW.
He seemed pretty convinced that this info was based in fact. Awhile ago a couple of the major car magazines ran spy photos of an IS test mule that was sporting the UZ V8. So, we can be certain that Lexus was serious enough about this to build a prototype and do some testing. I guess we'll find out this winter if it's true.
When I last brought my IS in for service (about a month ago,) I jokingly asked the service manager when the IS would be available with a V8. With a straight face he replied "February." I was shocked, of course, and demanded to know more. He stated that it is supposedly hush-hush at the moment, but Lexus was indeed planning a 4.3L V8-powered IS. It is supposedly going to be built on the current platform and body-style, with some subtle styling cues to differentiate it from the IS300. Horsepower is expected to be 310, if not more. Unfortunately, he hasn't heard anything about a 6-spd manual like the Rod Millen car, but would probably be mated to the new 6-spd E-Shift auto found in the current LS430. The idea is to give Lexus more of a sporting image like BMW.
He seemed pretty convinced that this info was based in fact. Awhile ago a couple of the major car magazines ran spy photos of an IS test mule that was sporting the UZ V8. So, we can be certain that Lexus was serious enough about this to build a prototype and do some testing. I guess we'll find out this winter if it's true.
We know something you don't .
Sorry Richie.
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Originally posted by RMMGS4
Nah. Not on the current platform. Don't believe it. Except for the one Solo is talking about !
We know something you don't .
Sorry Richie.
Nah. Not on the current platform. Don't believe it. Except for the one Solo is talking about !
We know something you don't .
Sorry Richie.
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Originally posted by bchau_gt
Damn you guys, is this guy with the 430 a NorCal local?
Damn you guys, is this guy with the 430 a NorCal local?
well you never hung out with us yet.
You're welcome to join our "inner circle", cuz that's the only way you'll know the rest of the story.
mmmuuahhhhhahahahahahahah !
PS - ignor Henry
Last edited by RMMGS4; Jul 27, 2004 at 01:37 AM.
Originally posted by RMMGS4
Brian,
well you never hung out with us yet.
You're welcome to join our "inner circle", cuz that's the only way you'll know the rest of the story.
mmmuuahhhhhahahahahahahah !
PS - ignor Henry
Brian,
well you never hung out with us yet.
You're welcome to join our "inner circle", cuz that's the only way you'll know the rest of the story.
mmmuuahhhhhahahahahahahah !
PS - ignor Henry
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Originally posted by RMMGS4
Brian,
well you never hung out with us yet.
You're welcome to join our "inner circle", cuz that's the only way you'll know the rest of the story.
mmmuuahhhhhahahahahahahah !
Brian,
well you never hung out with us yet.
You're welcome to join our "inner circle", cuz that's the only way you'll know the rest of the story.
mmmuuahhhhhahahahahahahah !
Let me know when you guys are getting together again. I know most of the time it's kind of like an impromptu thing, but if there's anything planned, please let me know. Maybe we can all get together for a weekend gig.
Originally posted by bchau_gt
Gee, thanks Glen.
Let me know when you guys are getting together again. I know most of the time it's kind of like an impromptu thing, but if there's anything planned, please let me know. Maybe we can all get together for a weekend gig.
Gee, thanks Glen.
Let me know when you guys are getting together again. I know most of the time it's kind of like an impromptu thing, but if there's anything planned, please let me know. Maybe we can all get together for a weekend gig.
Anticipate a mini meet when my new wheels come in. =)
-sOlo-
275 in rear.