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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 12:30 AM
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I have the IS350 about a year as a wkend car. I'm thinking of upgrade to the next level isF for mostly wkend use or commuting one a week. Could you guy tell me what is the cons and pros about the F if you have a chance to trade in and own it. I test drove both back then but got the 350 b/c it has smoother drive and fast too. Should I wait for the next generation F in 14/15?
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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 12:35 AM
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Ya I would just keep the is350 and wait for the next gen. Is-f.
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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 12:51 AM
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to get the IS-F now is kinda redundant. its practically the same car. If you want to stick with lexus because you like their characteristics, I suggest the least you do is wait till the next gen IS-F comes out.
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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 12:54 AM
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just ball out and get an LFA and call it a day ...But like others said wait for next gen isf, Start racking up the miles on the 350
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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 03:49 AM
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https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...new-is350.html
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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 09:47 AM
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I'd just wait for the next gen.
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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 11:07 AM
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IS-F is not practically the same car as IS350. Unless you are just talking about exterior/interior looks. Almost everything else (mechanical) is upgraded. Engine, transmission, brakes, VIDM (a real "Sport" mode), etc.

If you really want a fully upgraded version of what you are driving now, wait for the 2013 3ISF to come out, then buy a 2012 at a great price
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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 11:33 AM
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Next gen =)
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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 12:01 PM
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Five liter v8 should provide all the reason to upgrade. But if you have already had an is why not try something completely different? The new s4 is sweet.
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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 01:50 PM
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Wait for the next generation, and if you don't like it, pick up last gen's IS-F for cheaper If you like the new one, get the new one. win-win!
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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 04:29 PM
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Ok guys, will wait for the next newer IS-F generation to come out then I will make a better choice for either a good deal on the 08-12 version or hot newer 2013 !
Btw, I would pick the IS-F over M3 any day ! No matter how people rate the M3 handling better than the F. Lexus is the car you can own for the long run !
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Old Aug 4, 2011 | 05:44 PM
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Long live lexus owners!!!
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Old Aug 5, 2011 | 10:15 AM
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ooOoooOOOooooo new gen ISF!? I might have to start saving up for that!!
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Old Aug 5, 2011 | 11:04 AM
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Agree with most of the sentiment here to hold off till next gen. Plus, you've actually already test driven one, and you picked the 350 last time.
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Old Aug 5, 2011 | 12:11 PM
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I vote next gen. Ppl here try to act like there is some HUGE difference between the 250, 350 and F when really the difference is not that significant (aside from the obvious changes). Yes there are some substantial differences but overall IS generally has the same feel & look throughout the line. If you want a car that is not going to feel like your current 350 then wait for the next gen.
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