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Old Jun 9, 2008 | 10:53 PM
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Why does Lexus make the IS-F look like it has almost no wheel gap on their website when in actuality there is quite a bit?



Anyway are there any springs out to achieve this stance?
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Old Jun 9, 2008 | 10:57 PM
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Every carmaker does it. They do it with concepts and show cars too. Though Lexus is a worse offender since some Germans like BMW have a stock fit that is nearly PERFECT.

Its done b/c well, it looks much better!
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Actual IS-F:

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Old Jun 9, 2008 | 11:27 PM
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No gap looks 1000000000000X better =(
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Old Jun 9, 2008 | 11:38 PM
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Lower your car and your car can look just like that too! i couldnt resist.
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Old Jun 10, 2008 | 06:40 AM
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Originally Posted by ek9vboi
Lower your car and your car can look just like that too! i couldnt resist.
theres nothing out yet to lower it
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Old Jun 10, 2008 | 07:02 AM
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The 1st ISF pre production sat really low in the front but it was a hand built prototype so it was bound to have changes. Production models sit a little higher for clearance purposes.
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Old Jun 10, 2008 | 10:17 AM
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Originally Posted by flipside909
The 1st ISF pre production sat really low in the front but it was a hand built prototype so it was bound to have changes. Production models sit a little higher for clearance purposes.
They should update their website
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Old Jun 10, 2008 | 12:03 PM
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There is a disclaimer on their site:

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Lexus reserves the right to modify the information contained in this site at any time without notice. While Lexus makes all reasonable efforts to ensure that all material on this site is correct, accuracy cannot be guaranteed and Lexus does not assume any responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or authenticity of any information contained in this site. This site and all information and materials contained herein are provided to you as is without warranty of any kind.

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The vehicles displayed in the images, demonstrations and videos on this site may include optional equipment.



http://www.lexus.com/site/
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Old Jun 10, 2008 | 12:33 PM
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I think the first picture in this thread it's a bit too low in the front. Bring it up 1/4 inch and leave the rear alone and it would be perfect. I'm sure Eibach will be releasing some springs for the IS-F in the very near future. Anyone give them a call?
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