IS F (2008-2014) Discussion topics related to the IS F model
View Poll Results: Best Color (Int/Ext) For IS-F?
Obsidian/Black
24
16.44%
Obsidian/Alpine
8
5.48%
Mercury Metallic/Black
8
5.48%
Mercury Metallic/Alpine
0
0%
Ultrasonic Blue Mica/Black
25
17.12%
Ultrasonic Blue Mica/Alpine
20
13.70%
Smoky Granite Mica/Black
11
7.53%
Smoky Granite Mica/Alpine
3
2.05%
Starfire Pearl/Black
29
19.86%
Starfire Pearl/Alpine
8
5.48%
Matador Red Mica/Black
8
5.48%
Matador Red Mica/Alpine
2
1.37%
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So Really: Best Color For IS-F (Interior As Well)

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Old 06-05-08, 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Fa-suto
I agree, I saw the red and it was a standout. Wouldn't be my first choice, but if you wanted something unique, this is the color.
Yep, the Matador Red truly has to be seen in person and in daylight to be fully appreciated. The pictures don't do that color justice.
Old 06-05-08, 05:44 PM
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Definitely think that obsidian with black looks the sharpest without attracting the wrong type of attention. However, I believe all of the other finishes have superior paint protection against damage such as swirl marks. That's how I ended up ordering "silver with black".
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Very standard sports car color...silver w/black. So how about Silver w/white?


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Old 06-05-08, 07:07 PM
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Or how about Mercury Metallic, Black Interior, and every option imaginable...ML/NAV, Park Assist, Headlamp Washers, Radar Cruise/PCS and the works?


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I do like the white interior but similar concerns about longevity - heard certain colors may transfer and therefore went with the black. The white certainly is sharp.
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I hear ya!!!!! The contrast between white and smoked grey wheels are a good match!!!!! Well this will give me more to think about when the time comes to pull the trigger.
Old 06-08-08, 09:57 AM
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Originally Posted by SMT
I do like the white interior but similar concerns about longevity - heard certain colors may transfer and therefore went with the black. The white certainly is sharp.
I've had my IS-F with white interior since the first week the I-F came out, and I can personally say that i was surprised at how well it holds up!

It is still in brand new condition.

And I agree, Ultrasonic Blue Mica / Alpine White/Black truly is THE IS-F color!
Old 06-08-08, 02:50 PM
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^dude, your car is my inspiration. that's EXACTLY how i want mine!
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let's bump an old yet great thread! it doesn't include the newer interior options that became available, like Terra Cotta or solid Red, but good enough
Old 11-12-12, 12:00 PM
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Ultrasonic blue was my first choice with black leather interior (2010 model). That is my vote in the poll above.
Ended up getting my 2010 ISF in Matador red/Black leather. The color is definetly growing on me. I like both colors somewhat equally now. It is really gorgeous in person. The blue is (to me) more boy-racer like, nothing wrong with that!! The Matador Red is very classy, rare colr option, many white,black,grey ISFs outhere. I think the RED Mica looks nice with carbon fiber.
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this thread quickly turned into a "which color is easier to maintain" thread rather than which color combo looks best lol, personally (and i might bet the only one who thinks this) I think that the USB is the worst color for the any IS model...imo the best color combo is black on black for any lexus looks wise
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Oh man .. every color combo looks nice to me as long as it is an F.

I own a starfire pearl w/black interior; however I would have to say USB w/Alpine while interior looks the best.
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Crummy pic but
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I heard the black doesn't have a clearcoat which made it a no choice for me.
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Originally Posted by PhiDeltBee
I heard the black doesn't have a clearcoat which made it a no choice for me.
Somebody lied to you. All modern Lexus finishes are two stage color/clear.


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