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Old 06-23-17, 07:34 PM
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Hey all. I'm looking into making my car look a bit more modern and fresh. I'm looking into getting a jdm tail light and front turn signal light conversion kit, linked here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/DEPO-90-91-9...xRIeQP&vxp=mtr I know people on the forums here have done the turn signal light conversion, and I think it looks pretty fresh, but I haven't seen many tail light conversions. Also, I'd like to get new fresh exhaust tips since mine are old and rusting out. What modifications have you guys done that you like and would recommend?

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http://www.fullcustomgarage.com/

I would actually let this guy modify an LS400 for me, he is a true artist, I'd like to see what he would come up with.
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Originally Posted by westopill
Hey all. I'm looking into making my car look a bit more modern and fresh. I'm looking into getting a jdm tail light and front turn signal light conversion kit, linked here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/DEPO-90-91-9...xRIeQP&vxp=mtr I know people on the forums here have done the turn signal light conversion, and I think it looks pretty fresh, but I haven't seen many tail light conversions. Also, I'd like to get new fresh exhaust tips since mine are old and rusting out. What modifications have you guys done that you like and would recommend?

Thanks all!
-Weston P.
For what it's worth, a stock Celsior has the same taillights as the LS400. I've seen those taillights around, and I like the look of them, but I feel like they're more of a mod to compliment the VIP style and look a little out of place by themselves.
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Please, I've always said the 94 LS was the finest and best looking car I have ever owned and can't be improved on. My current Lexus, a 2016 ES 350 certainly has more technology and safety features along with greater economy but nothing in my book compares to the looks of the 94 LS. Looking back I would have been better off not having the emblems gold plated in 94 but that was my fault not Lexus.

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Originally Posted by Dave Mac
Please, I've always said the 94 LS was the finest and best looking car I have ever owned and can't be improved on. My current Lexus, a 2016 ES 350 certainly has more technology and safety features along with greater economy but nothing in my book compares to the looks of the 94 LS. Looking back I would have been better off not having the emblems gold plated in 94 but that was my fault not Lexus.

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I'd tend to agree pretty much, though I've always thought it sits about an inch or two higher than would be ideal visually. Can't argue with the way these ride stock though, by far the most comfortable car I've ever been in.
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I would have to agree that it already looks good on its own. I used to own a 2000 ES300 and I miss the look of those JDM looking tailights, but I still want to find a way to freshen up my exhaust as it does have some surface rust.
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those "jdm" lights simply omit the amber making it a bit more modern looking. to me a more drastic change would be the ride height. there is no need to slam the car to the pavement but you can always do a mild drop to get the wheels/tires more proportional to the fender via a smaller gap! then add some HID headlights (properly shielded) for better visibility. wheels of course would be next, even just a one inch upgrade to 17" makes a huge difference.
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