Thinking Of An Is-f ?, What About An Is-f/r

[Chris.S]

When Lexus set out to target the likes of the BMW M3, Audi RS4 and Mercedes C63 AMG with its spankin’ new IS-F, they weren’t kidding. The V8 super-sedan turned out to be an astonishing departure for the Japanese luxury brand that cut its teeth on rock-solid reliability and luxurious comfort. Not content resting on its laurels, rumors are surfacing that Toyota is hard at work preparing an even more extreme variant, being dubbed in the motoring press as the IS-F/R.

Reports have Lexus tweaking an extra 12 horsepower and 4 lb-ft of torque out of the Yamaha-sourced 417-hp/372 lb-ft, 5.0-liter V8 for an increased output of 429 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque. A modest increase, it would seem, until you look at the targeted 220-lb weight reduction. And as we all know, a little more power unburdened by significantly less weight is a winning formula. Just ask the likes of the Ferrari 430 Scuderia, Lamborghini Gallardo SUperleggera, Porsche 911 GT2

[DJ Wozza]

Gimmie gimmie want one :P

[Bazza]

i like the colour :D

[Dave-Ellen]

its not red ?

[Ellz]

Theres a few pics of this in banzi this month it says

"Troy Sumitomo of Five Axis wowed the crowds with his interpretation of a modified Lexus IS-F. From its custom wide bodywork to the staggered 20" alloys, monster brembo breaks and satin black pearl paint, it was a show stopper. Expect to see more of this concept car as the engine receives extensive tuning in the future."

So seems someones started the modding on the already :D good to see :D

[boddamloon]

It looks stealth !!!!

[Unregistered_User]

Check Jason's recent topic for more photographs that he took:

http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/forum/ind...showtopic=46368

Jamie

[maneesh]

A set of chrome rims would make it look like a real car.

[DJ Wozza]

A set of chrome rims would make it look like a real car.

what is it with you and Chrome Rims ?