View Poll Results: Which Model Year Would You Buy?

2006

24.17%

2007

24.17%

2008

51.67%

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'06, '07, or '08?

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Feb 18, 2008 | 07:47 PM

#16

PhilipMSPT

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From: In rehab...

No sharkfin.

Therefore, only the '06s.

Anything extra on the '07s and '08s you can add to the '06s. But you can never get rid of that sharkfin...

Feb 18, 2008 | 09:13 PM

#17

Perfection

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From: Beautiful CA

08's for sure, love the graphite finish on the new wheels. Then again, mine already has them

Feb 18, 2008 | 11:20 PM

#18

Link350

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I have an 07 350. Whats new on the 08, any new options? Got to be some improvment?
I would get an 08 cuz its new, and Drop it 2" on 20's ASAP

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Feb 18, 2008 | 11:31 PM

#19

XprincoX

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From: Diamond Bar/Irvine, CA

yes 08 cause of the wheels.

Feb 19, 2008 | 12:45 AM

#20

ISmy350JDM

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From: Nevada

just cause i got a 2008 im going to have to say 2008 and cause it is a newer model...but the 2006 and 2007 are still bad ***...and if i couldn't get a 2008 i wouldn't mind opting for either year.

Feb 19, 2008 | 03:19 AM

#21

Joeb427

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From: SC

Quote:

Originally Posted by abda53

For example, you might advise me to steer clear of the 2006 models because they had a particular issue that wasn't corrected until the '07 models, or simply because 2006 was the first model year for the 2IS. Or you might recommend the 2008s because of the improved steering feel.

Once again, thanks for your input!

I have a late build(June) '06 and the only TSB I've done is the brake pads and that was my choice and a great move,IMO.
No other issues at this point.
It's been a very solid car.
If you can find find a low mileage late build '06 or '07,check into it.You'll save thousands.

Feb 19, 2008 | 06:51 AM

#22

sirCharles

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From: Atlanta, GA

No issues with my 06. Would do 06 again because I never liked the Shark-fin rudder. Also, I like my 06 wheels better than the liquid graphite 08 wheels. The 08 wheels look better on lighter colors to me. My silver 18 OEM alloys with the brake pad TSB is just so pearly and sporty. I actually got another set from a member because mine were so rashed.

Feb 19, 2008 | 08:05 AM

#23

wolverine

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From: California

Id buy the 06 again, mainly because no sharkfin........

Feb 19, 2008 | 11:54 AM

#24

Lexustom

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From: California

2006. Why? No fin and only year for Crystal White!!

Feb 19, 2008 | 12:40 PM

#25

kickin8

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From: SF Bay Area

08

07 with 08 rims are ok too....I dont really need that "coin holder" at all....haha.....

Feb 19, 2008 | 01:00 PM

#26

Brian231

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From: Candyland

Quote:

Originally Posted by Link350

I have an 07 350. Whats new on the 08, any new options? Got to be some improvment?
I would get an 08 cuz its new, and Drop it 2" on 20's ASAP

Can you post a side pic of your car with those intersting solid wheels like the facotry SC? I like what you have done!!!

Feb 19, 2008 | 01:35 PM

#27

Little E

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From: *661* CA

It's best to wait a year after a new body style comes out; so therefore, it gives them a year to get the kinks worked out. I love my 08 (I would rather not have the shark fin). Go with a new 07 (if you can find one) or a new 08. Only buy used if you know where the car has been and who was driving it.

Feb 20, 2008 | 12:41 PM

#28

Joe Z

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From: Under an IS F since 2008

I waited for the 2008 because I knew it was coming with a coin holder...

Oh and they re-designed the front seat backs & new wheel finish..

I special ordered mines.. see sig..

Feb 22, 2008 | 12:22 AM

#29

aira

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From: ks

2006. Whoop whoop!

Feb 23, 2008 | 10:07 AM

#30

BlackGhost

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From: 06-IS350-BLK-BLK-Lux pkg-Nav-ML-XM-HID 6K

If i were ya, i would what 2 more months. maybe some news aboout the 2009 IS will be released if not the car. you do not want to get a 08,07 or 06 and than 2 months later you feel stupid cuz a new model came out with a new stuff you might love or things updated about the stuff you are complaining about now. just my 2cent

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