2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT in Nebula Gray Caught in the wild!
01-30-13, 08:24 AM
#31
Those other press release pictures of the NGP non-F-Sport 3IS looked pretty good. The back does not look that great in these photos. I almost thought it was the current GS rear.
I like SGM better because it is darker although I think NGP has more metallic shine in it. SGM looks dull in the rain too so maybe this might be better in person or on a sunny day.
I like SGM better because it is darker although I think NGP has more metallic shine in it. SGM looks dull in the rain too so maybe this might be better in person or on a sunny day.
01-30-13, 11:10 PM
#33
Driver School Candidate
My first post here... I saw the new IS at the Houston Autoshow (IS 250) and thought it looked pretty interesting. I saw a few pics on the web and thought the grill might be a little off-putting but it looks better in person. At least the IS 250 version. I liked that they added split folding rear seats. One of my requirements in my next car. I also expect I can get the cooled seats in one of the IS 250 trim levels. So the new IS is on my short list. It would be my first Lexus. I currently drive an Acura and I'm waiting to see what the new TLX will bring, but I was disappointed in the RLX at the Autoshow. Nice car but pretty conservative and overpriced. Either way I will wait to see how this car pans out in its first year but so far it has everything I want in my next car. Just have to get used to the stying
01-30-13, 11:13 PM
#34
Lexus Test Driver
I still like the look of the 3IS, even though this grey is pretty staid.
I have never liked the Toyota/Lexus designers inclination to have the housing for the lights to protrude outside the surface area of the car. It was quite pronounced in previous Celicas, Solaras and ESes from the past, etc. And now I see it's made its way onto this 3IS.
See how the outside edges of the rear's light housings protrude outside the surface of the body? I don't like that. It makes the car look like it has warts or something. I like the lights to basically be flush with the body. To my eye, it just makes the car look cleaner.
I can get over it, because from most angles you can't tell. But from this dead-on rear shot, it's too noticeable.
I have never liked the Toyota/Lexus designers inclination to have the housing for the lights to protrude outside the surface area of the car. It was quite pronounced in previous Celicas, Solaras and ESes from the past, etc. And now I see it's made its way onto this 3IS.
See how the outside edges of the rear's light housings protrude outside the surface of the body? I don't like that. It makes the car look like it has warts or something. I like the lights to basically be flush with the body. To my eye, it just makes the car look cleaner.
I can get over it, because from most angles you can't tell. But from this dead-on rear shot, it's too noticeable.
Now that I see this pic again, it looks strikingly similar to the new ES's rear. The black plastic at the bottom makes the tailpipes look like they are suspended in mid-air. Lexus could have done so much better.
Last edited by Fizzboy7; 01-31-13 at 12:39 AM.
01-30-13, 11:47 PM
#36
I agree with you. Is the black plastic a diffuser? That could be way better.
01-31-13, 12:04 AM
#37
The IS F CCS P doesn't belong to an owner. I believe Lexus Corporate showcases it at auto shows and events. Not everyone will like the additional parts on this model, but it's to illustrate and bring awareness to a racing aspect that Lexus is diving into. I still want that hood 
As for the 3IS, I like that Lexus is pushing the envelope with this model. It will be a great seller, but given how much praise the 2IS body and look were given, it'll take time for people to get used to this new IS look. It's a radical new design that sparks interest in the product, keeping it in line with the evolution of the brand's Spindle Grille. In terms of the rear, I can't wait to see what kind of aftermarket support will give it more of an edgier look- similar to when the 4GS came out.
As for the 3IS, I like that Lexus is pushing the envelope with this model. It will be a great seller, but given how much praise the 2IS body and look were given, it'll take time for people to get used to this new IS look. It's a radical new design that sparks interest in the product, keeping it in line with the evolution of the brand's Spindle Grille. In terms of the rear, I can't wait to see what kind of aftermarket support will give it more of an edgier look- similar to when the 4GS came out.
01-31-13, 12:22 AM
#38
I still like the look of the 3IS, even though this grey is pretty staid.
I have never liked the Toyota/Lexus designers inclination to have the housing for the lights to protrude outside the surface area of the car. It was quite pronounced in previous Celicas, Solaras and ESes from the past, etc. And now I see it's made its way onto this 3IS.
See how the outside edges of the rear's light housings protrude outside the surface of the body? I don't like that. It makes the car look like it has warts or something. I like the lights to basically be flush with the body. To my eye, it just makes the car look cleaner.
I can get over it, because from most angles you can't tell. But from this dead-on rear shot, it's too noticeable.
I have never liked the Toyota/Lexus designers inclination to have the housing for the lights to protrude outside the surface area of the car. It was quite pronounced in previous Celicas, Solaras and ESes from the past, etc. And now I see it's made its way onto this 3IS.
See how the outside edges of the rear's light housings protrude outside the surface of the body? I don't like that. It makes the car look like it has warts or something. I like the lights to basically be flush with the body. To my eye, it just makes the car look cleaner.
I can get over it, because from most angles you can't tell. But from this dead-on rear shot, it's too noticeable.
01-31-13, 12:44 AM
#39
Lexus Test Driver
The protrusions actually serve a purpose- windflow. Lexus made it a point to talk about this when the 2IS debuted. Surely it's achieving the same thing on the 3IS.
Speaking of protruding taillights, Mercedes kind of started it off during the 70's and 80's on all their sedans. The first ML SUV was the last to have them. Now Mercedes will invent the next trend: 1970's dashboards in modern cars (see the 2014 S-Class). But I digress.
Speaking of protruding taillights, Mercedes kind of started it off during the 70's and 80's on all their sedans. The first ML SUV was the last to have them. Now Mercedes will invent the next trend: 1970's dashboards in modern cars (see the 2014 S-Class). But I digress.
01-31-13, 12:46 PM
#42
To be honest it seems like most people seem to have the biggest issue with the grill design. I see so many people say the non f sport grill is better.
01-31-13, 01:03 PM
#43
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...on-better.html
01-31-13, 02:25 PM
#44
01-31-13, 02:36 PM
#45
I will need to judge in person on the grill. More important to me is the options, on the 2nd gen IS I liked the f sport but I would never buy it because they removed lux features like sunshade and tilt telescoping steering wheel. If they allow it on the 3rd gen IS then I would consider the f sport.