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Japan's cut off date forwarded due to demand.

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Old 01-19-10, 03:34 AM
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When I asked about a factory visit to watch the car being built the response was there was not too much of interest in the area.

I made the point that my interest was watching the folks at their crafts. Not a Maranello wine and countryside experience with a look at the Ferrari plant.

The track time was also discussed. One issue is the limited number of cars to use. I recommended that the track time be with the owner's car, perhaps at Suzuka.
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Good luck to both of you. I am trying my best to make the Lexus even in Miami with the LFA....
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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
Good luck to both of you. I am trying my best to make the Lexus even in Miami with the LFA....
Thanks.

I just got news that it is 7 people who are in the draw at my dealership not 5. And it looks like that lexus corporate will be anouncing the date for when each individual dealers can start thier draw. More to update when I know more.
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Originally Posted by Dave600hL
Thanks.

I just got news that it is 7 people who are in the draw at my dealership not 5. And it looks like that lexus corporate will be anouncing the date for when each individual dealers can start thier draw. More to update when I know more.
Damnit.....we must make something happen....

I am 99.9% in for driving from Atlanta to Homestead to ride in the LFA with Scott next week. Oh joy!!
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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
Damnit.....we must make something happen....

I am 99.9% in for driving from Atlanta to Homestead to ride in the LFA with Scott next week. Oh joy!!
Awesome!

The LFA is selling like hotcakes. I wonder if it's setting any records for pre-sales of a car this expensive.
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1SICKLEX

What day will you be there.

I am flying in Sunday and my ride with Scott is Monday afternoon.

I learned today that they will have a professional photographer to take pics (I can take my own also) and I will get a loaded memory stick to take home.
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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
Damnit.....we must make something happen....

I am 99.9% in for driving from Atlanta to Homestead to ride in the LFA with Scott next week. Oh joy!!
You suck!!! But that really does sound great, let us know how it goes.

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1SICKLEX

What day will you be there.

I am flying in Sunday and my ride with Scott is Monday afternoon.

I learned today that they will have a professional photographer to take pics (I can take my own also) and I will get a loaded memory stick to take home.
Sounds great, just don't get too scared!
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Originally Posted by Dave600hL
Thanks.

I just got news that it is 7 people who are in the draw at my dealership not 5. And it looks like that lexus corporate will be anouncing the date for when each individual dealers can start thier draw. More to update when I know more.
Keep your eye on the ball, I really hope it works out for you.

Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
Damnit.....we must make something happen....

I am 99.9% in for driving from Atlanta to Homestead to ride in the LFA with Scott next week. Oh joy!!
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1SICKLEX

What day will you be there.

I am flying in Sunday and my ride with Scott is Monday afternoon.

I learned today that they will have a professional photographer to take pics (I can take my own also) and I will get a loaded memory stick to take home.
WOW, Good for you both! That's a once in a lifetime experience, enjoy it
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Originally Posted by Dave600hL
Thanks.

I just got news that it is 7 people who are in the draw at my dealership not 5. And it looks like that lexus corporate will be anouncing the date for when each individual dealers can start thier draw. More to update when I know more.
man this is one time i don't envy those in japan. hope it works out. good luck mate!
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Originally Posted by S2000toIS350
1SICKLEX

What day will you be there.

I am flying in Sunday and my ride with Scott is Monday afternoon.

I learned today that they will have a professional photographer to take pics (I can take my own also) and I will get a loaded memory stick to take home.
I think your ride is more "private/potential buyer" than mine. I go Wednesday.
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Thanks for the clarification.

Wednesday's event looks like there is a lottery win needed to get the ride so good luck to you.
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Originally Posted by S2000toIS350
Thanks for the clarification.

Wednesday's event looks like there is a lottery win needed to get the ride so good luck to you.
I have a feeling I will be lucky!!

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Another update, actually my info is rather behind 8 ball as I am only getting this stuff from my dealer.
Finance is not accepted, this is a cash only deal. And there is a $50K deposit to be made if you are lucky enough to draw the winning ticket from the draw. One guy has withdraw due to the finance issue which brings the total back down to six people.
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Originally Posted by Dave600hL
Another update, actually my info is rather behind 8 ball as I am only getting this stuff from my dealer.
Finance is not accepted, this is a cash only deal. And there is a $50K deposit to be made if you are lucky enough to draw the winning ticket from the draw. One guy has withdraw due to the finance issue which brings the total back down to six people.
so in japan you can buy the car straight out? i thought all cars are to be leased for 2 yrs with intention to buy. or are they saying they need to see 500k cash in your bank for you to qualify (to lease for 2 yrs and then buy)?
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The "all cars leased" is being reported by some sites still, and is incorrect.

Only the 150 LFAs in the US will be lease-only for the first two years. In Europe, Japan, etc. you can buy the LFA outright.

Hope you get it Dave600hL! But the odds are tough.


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