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Old Nov 24, 2025 | 10:50 AM
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When the LE was made available, I believe #1/500 and #500/500 were allocated to some people within Lexus which in a way, makes sense
that makes perfect sense, wthrman.
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Old Nov 25, 2025 | 04:48 PM
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Now I just need the car to go with it :P I got the Ark Performance Grip catback system!


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Old Nov 25, 2025 | 04:50 PM
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You guys are making me go crazy - I won't get mine delivered until next Thursday as the car carrier is unable to pick it up until then
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Old Nov 25, 2025 | 08:04 PM
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Originally Posted by wthrman2
You guys are making me go crazy - I won't get mine delivered until next Thursday as the car carrier is unable to pick it up until then
Did you get the Performance Grip, wthrman?
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Old Nov 26, 2025 | 03:09 AM
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No, I am just seeing all your mods and things you do and I don't even have mine in the garage despite paying for it a week ago. I am not good at waiting, and 1 more week to go
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Old Nov 26, 2025 | 01:13 PM
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Originally Posted by wthrman2
No, I am just seeing all your mods and things you do and I don't even have mine in the garage despite paying for it a week ago. I am not good at waiting, and 1 more week to go
Hang in there, buddy! It’s worth the wait!
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Old Nov 26, 2025 | 08:46 PM
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Originally Posted by wthrman2
No, I am just seeing all your mods and things you do and I don't even have mine in the garage despite paying for it a week ago. I am not good at waiting, and 1 more week to go
It's like seeing a juicy steak on the grill, seeing the freshly cooked side and waiting another 5mins for the backside to get seared. Just makes the wait that much better!
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Old Nov 30, 2025 | 05:54 PM
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No.58 UE here. First time Lexus owner it came down to IS500 UE or Cadillac CT4V BW and i'm so glad i went with IS500 I love it.
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Old Nov 30, 2025 | 06:00 PM
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Welcome to the UE family - #20 being delivered this week and I can't wait
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Old Nov 30, 2025 | 06:08 PM
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No.58 UE here. First time Lexus owner it came down to IS500 UE or Cadillac CT4V BW and i'm so glad i went with IS500 I love it.
Congrats. That was a tough choice. The Blackwing is a beast. More firm suspension and better handling than the IS500 and also comes in a 6 speed manual. What ultimately swayed your decision towards to the IS ?

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Old Nov 30, 2025 | 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by TGPCanada
Congrats. That was a tough choice. The Blackwing is a beast. More firm suspension and better handling than the IS500 and also comes in a 6 speed manual. What ultimately swayed your decision towards to the IS ?
Ultimately, i was thinking long term value and reliability. I found a few 2025 IS500 non UE that became available but i thought the extra $2,500 give or take was worth the brembo brakes, 2 tone interior, and exclusivity. I got my UE for MSRP no dealer ads.

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Old Dec 1, 2025 | 03:20 AM
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Originally Posted by TGPCanada
Congrats. That was a tough choice. The Blackwing is a beast. More firm suspension and better handling than the IS500 and also comes in a 6 speed manual. What ultimately swayed your decision towards to the IS ?
I agree - I LOVE the Cadillac and is a far better handling car but like he said, reliability and resale value will not be as good. Ironically, I also prefer the interior of our Lexus...I sat in one of the Cadillac and my body type is better suited for the Lexus
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Old Dec 1, 2025 | 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by wthrman2
No, I am just seeing all your mods and things you do and I don't even have mine in the garage despite paying for it a week ago. I am not good at waiting, and 1 more week to go
::heehee:: Reminds me of the good old days of 2021/2022. I can’t believe you wanted to go through that anticipation angst again! 😜 Not me.

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No.58 UE here. First time Lexus owner it came down to IS500 UE or Cadillac CT4V BW and i'm so glad i went with IS500 I love it.
Congrats and Welcome!
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Old Dec 1, 2025 | 08:19 AM
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^^ I am starting to think I am a masochist (lol)
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Old Dec 1, 2025 | 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by wthrman2
^^ I am starting to think I am a masochist (lol)
LOL! Probably. 🤭
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