The reason I ask is we are about to either lease or purchase an IS250 or 350 (if we buy) this June. When is this generation expecting an update or model change? Will the possibility of a Coupe extend that Body Style for more years? The IS300 reigned for 5 years before they changed the body. Is that the expected time frame for this one?

If they are expected to update in 2011 or so, then we might as well Lease for 3-4 years and then buy. What are your thoughts?

 

Most Cars generation last 4-5 years. On acception of audi, they seem to change their models every 4 years. so im guessing between 2010-2012 for the 3rd gen is

 

Never But here is a recent thread about "the next generation IS Model" If any by 2009

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=344229


But same thing as what iialcii said. Should 5 years and a new 3IS?

 

I think the current body looks great, and the inside is nicely luxurious. You may not like the redesign. I got an e-mail today for the redesigned Acura TSX, and I don't know if I like it any better than the old one. I did not care for the redesigned BMW 3. Or the new Camry. Alot of people hate the next-gen Accord. Again, my IS is beautiful.

 

I find it interesting that Lexus still sells so many RXs'. Considering it hasn't really been re-done (excluding tailights etc.) ever. Maybe that's the idea with the IS, if it sells, leave it alone.

 

i hope it doesnt change!! it makes our cars look bad... looks like a CIVIC if the new ones come out =/

 

The new RX is alot different than the older RX. We used to own one, so maybe that's why we see a big difference.

I guess I usually like the Redesigns - I love the new 3-series and M3. If another model year is expected around 2011 then leasing is definately the way to go. Thanks guys.

 

Drew, the new IS won't arrive until '11 atleast. You know how to get a hold of me so in case you're interested in purchasing one I'll let you check mine out.

 

We all have plenty of time to enjoy our rides, re-design costs Toyota a lot of money and "IS" sales have proven to be successful in all markets and models. I would sit back and enjoy your toy, no worries. As I said in another thread, I bet the engineers clear out the tails on the 250 and 350 and offer a different rim package like in the gen ones.

 

2IS came out 2006, you'll have to wait until at least 2011 or 2012. Have fun waiting

 

com'on man, let me have some fun with my IS250, i just got it last year..

 

Go buy one now! You can have it paid off before the new body style comes out. If you lease, you're going to have to worry about mileage, scratches, and leaving it stock.

 

I agree with those who believe the next gen IS will come in 2011 or 2012. I have a feeling that the 2nd gen IS will have a 6 year run. The SC had a 6 year run. Also, like the SC, I don't forsee any significant mid-model changes.

 

when will the sc get the 4.6l v8?

 

as far as I know the 1IS came out on 1999 then the 2IS came out on 2005, six years model so the 3IS should be 2011... Be happy until then!