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Damn, you have your plates already? Didn't the car just get dropped off last week?
Yup, dealer transferred the plate from the Mini. Looking into getting a personalized plate; just don't know what to get yet.
Originally Posted by TylerT
Holy Santa Clause shit, that thing is gorgeous!
I absolutely love the dash.
So, when's the tune going on?
Lol, thanks.
There's nothing out yet for it unfortunately; but, I do occasionally lurk over at Club Lexus forums. There are a couple of guys already at it trying to tune, so we'll see.
This IS is absolutely gorgeous. Some people hate that front grille to death, but I think it's fantastic. The interior along with that instrument cluster is just incredible.
now that is a super sexy interior and super cool instrument display. Is the tachometer a mechanical part near the digital display or is it just a "drawing" on the screen like the rest of it?
Gorgeous.
The new IS has definitely grown on me & I like that the red isn't overdone on the interior, nice contrast of red/black up front. I think the back could use something, bit too much red for me, IMO.
This IS is absolutely gorgeous. Some people hate that front grille to death, but I think it's fantastic. The interior along with that instrument cluster is just incredible.
Agreed, depends on who you ask. lol
Originally Posted by MAS
now that is a super sexy interior and super cool instrument display. Is the tachometer a mechanical part near the digital display or is it just a "drawing" on the screen like the rest of it?
If I understood the question - yes, it's like a drawing; similar to a smart phone display
Originally Posted by rockstar143
Damn, Marcel...love that digital boost gauge and super cool interior color!
Thanks J.
We need to hook up soon!
Originally Posted by 00TL-P3.2
Gorgeous.
The new IS has definitely grown on me & I like that the red isn't overdone on the interior, nice contrast of red/black up front. I think the back could use something, bit too much red for me, IMO.
Probably due to the angle of the the shot; but, when in there, the black & silver trim compliments the red really well.
Ran a couple of errands this weekend; and I must say, sitting behind the wheel is very inviting. I love the feel of how everything is laid out.
As mentioned before, another unexpected observation is how quiet the cabin is. I jumped on 95(EXPY) for a bit and the car gets up to speed VERY quickly. It was doing 90 to 100 with very little effort... City driving isn't bad, but turbo lag is very noticeable. That all changes though once they get some air through them though; it really moves then.
As a daily to haul the little one around from time to time, it's the ideal car for the next 27 months.
+/-17lbs... Under normal driving, you may hit 3-5 psi under moderate acceleration in pace with traffic, while hwy cruising you're constantly hovering around 1-2 psi.
As I mentioned, it's not street racer; but, where it really shines is on the highway or passing is general. There really is no sense going to manual mode to use paddles because the ecu does a pretty darn good job - seriously, it's that efficient. For having 8 gears, it moves through gears like nobody's business! You'd never know what gear you're in unless you have it up on the display.
Kam is right; although, there are a couple of guys hard at work. I'm sure it'll be a matter of time before they eventually make good with their efforts.
it will only be a piggyback... Toyota/Lexus has been locked down for years... even my GS4 that is 15 yrs old has very little tuning options... 15 yrs old!!!
- Just crossed 2k this morning
- Installed Burger Tuning intake this past weekend. I can finally hear spooling & wastegate dump under heavy throttle / release!
- Still stewing on BT tune; waiting on more reviews to trickle in over at clublexus.com.
With the exception of the brake dust, so far so good... neat car.
I'll get pics up after this week's AZ meet.
In other news,
Truck is in the process of being sold, looking at new lease options for the wifey. She has her heart set out on the Q5.
Any one here has any first hand experience / feedback on them?
Truck is in the process of being sold, looking at new lease options for the wifey. She has her heart set out on the Q5.
Any one here has any first hand experience / feedback on them?
My co-worker bought a brand new 2016 Q5 and it turned out to be the biggest POS ever. In the 4 months he had it, the car was in the shop for 1.5 of those months (straight), then it had countless other issues with the electronics and gaskets, etc... After 4 months, he couldn't take it anymore and traded it in on a Civic. He couldn't be happier.
My cousin bought one back in 2012, it had tons of issues and she sold it for a used TSX when the warranty was about to expire.
I'm not too fond of it TBH... but, she's all about it... we'll more than likely test drive this weekend.
We were given an NX200t for a couple of days while the IS was being tinted a couple of months ago. VERY spacious on the inside with plenty of leg room; more so than the GLK... - this with a kiddie car seat strapped in the rear. She couldn't get past the exterior styling though .
If we can swing a deal similar to the IS, it'll be another no brainer.
I'm not too fond of it TBH... but, she's all about it... we'll more than likely test drive this weekend.
We were given an NX200t for a couple of days while the IS was being tinted a couple of months ago. VERY spacious on the inside with plenty of leg room; more so than the GLK... - this with a kiddie car seat strapped in the rear. She couldn't get past the exterior styling though .
If we can swing a deal similar to the IS, it'll be another no brainer.
We'll see.
Don't get me wrong, it drives and rides great while having an awesome interior and features...the caveat is that it only works some of the time so you may be in a loaner car quite often.
JMO, but if you want a family car that should probably be reliable...I'd look elsewhere. Have you guys checked out the new Volvo XC90? Gawd dayum it's pretty and far less expensive than I thought it would be. Not much more (or similar cost) than the Q5.
Ironic, Betty and I were discussing possibly moving on from her Caddy while she's got some equity for an NX 200t in that blue color. Not sure if we'll make it happen.
Ironic, Betty and I were discussing possibly moving on from her Caddy while she's got some equity for an NX 200t in that blue color. Not sure if we'll make it happen.
Got rear ended by a school bus 5/24; can't post pics yet due to ongoing investigation...
Wife & I are ok; daughter wasn't in the car at the time... thank god.
Damage was pretty significant; although, the car is still worth more than the payout to total it at 8,700 miles on the clock... that said, they're repairing it. We'll opt out of the lease for an SUV as soon as the car is repaired.
I'll post pics & video (yes - video from near by business where the accident occurred) as soon as this is done and over with.
Been in / out of loaners since then...
Wanted another grocery getter with some oomph within a set budget with no payments. Started looking into B5's Avants, but sellers are entirely over pricing them... long story short - and I do mean long, ended up locking up a deal for a sedan in TX. Plan on flying into Dallas next week and making the 19hr trek back home in this thing
Light Silver Stage 2 B5 S4... all major service items have been completed and the list of mods is pretty lengthy.
Since the power is already there, plans are to do an RS4 conversion (aesthetics only).
Taking the DSLR with me to document the trip and report back!
Special thanks to Tyler T & Tyler M for all the help & info.... you guys rock! :gheyhug:
Did you have an independent mechanic check it over? Must be difficult to buy a car without seeing it in person - especially used.
Nope, took him at his word.
So long as it can make the trek home (which I was told the car made a trip to Colorado and back late last year with no issues), I'm good.
I'll take it straight to S. FL Motorsports as soon as I get back home for a full scan... They've worked on my previous builds; I trust those guys with my first born.
01-29-2016, 05:33 PM
