SEMA 2008 Preview: Lexus Project Cars Flex Their Muscles
October 30, 2008 by Malcolm
Filed under Auto Show, Automotive, Lexus, SEMA
We recently posted another SEMA 2008 show preview of a Lexus IS F by Fox Marketing/Artisan Performance but that was just a tip of the iceberg that Lexus is rolling out on the floor of this year’s SEMA show.
(images and more info after the jump)
SEMA 2008 Preview: Lexus
October 17, 2008 by Malcolm
Filed under Auto Show, Automotive, Lexus
As we ramp up for this years SEMA show, which happens to start November 4th, we look to some moded Lexus vehicles as a preview to the 2008 SEMA auto show in Las Vegas, NV. Below are a few images of the Lexus renditions done by Five Axis on the Lexus GS 460 and Fox Marketing on the Lexus IS-F. They love getting their hands on some of the latest Toyota products. Have they done it justice? Well, that’s for you to decide. Post your comments below!
BMW M3 vs. Lexus IS-F – Another Knock Down Drag Out Battle
Who will win when you have a new BMW M3 up against the New Lexus IS-F?
While I am on a roll writing about BMW stuff why not post up the videos of the new BMW M3 up against the Lexus IS F. Bang for your buck? Well that depends. It’s a fair fight this time because it is 2008 and we have two beasts ready to pounce on each other. One from Germany and one from Japan. Who is the better of the two when it comes to pure performance? We added a little bonus with some hot chicks and a little something to get their hearts racing! WOOT WOOT!
Stats on each of the beasts: (provided by lethistorylive.com)
BMW M3
BMW M3 with 4-litre V8 (based on the S85B50 5-litre V10 that powers the E60/E61 M5 and the E63/E64 M6 to date) delivers 420 DIN-hp (309 kW, 414 SAE-hp) at 8,300 rpm and peak torque is 400 N•m (295 ft•lbf) at 3,900 rpm. 0-60 mph: 4.8 Sec. Top Speed: 161 mph (259 km/h) indicated/155 mph (249 km/h) electronically limited, 203mph (308kmh) delimited with DKG (320kmh)
Lexus ISF
Lexus ISF features a 5.0 L direct-injected V8 producing 416 SAE hp (423 PS, 311 kW) at 6,600 rpm, while peak torque is 371 ft•lbf (503 N•m) at 5,200 rpm. 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) acceleration in 4.6 seconds. Electronically limited top speed of 170 mph (270 km/h).
You be the judge! Enjoy the Fifth Gear videos!
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Hybrid Round Up – A Closer Look At Available Hybrid Vehicles – Video
Want 20% better gas mileage? Want to drive one of the best gas saving cars available at your local dealership? Look no further because the video below showcases all currently available hybrid vehicles that can be purchased today. Whether you love SUV’s, cars or even sports cars, you have a choice in utilizing today’s hybrid technology to ultimately save you money at the gas pump.
Enjoy! – MotorWeek’s Hybrid Round Up:
Lexus on Top for Quality: Lexus Leads J.D. Power Dependability Study AGAIN
August 7, 2008 by Malcolm
Filed under Automotive, Automotive News, J.D. Powers, Lexus
Lexus tops the J.D. Power 2008 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) for the 14th year straight.
It comes a time were most of us just have to admit that Lexus has quality vehicles. Even if you had a bad experience with Lexus you really cannot sway too far away from the FACT that the build quality is excellent, they last a long time, and they have less problems per 100 vehicles as shown on the 2008 J.D. Power and Associates Vehicle Dependability Study.
If you ever wonder how they get these numbers or conduct the survey then you can visit the source directly on J.D. Power and Associates web site link for the 2008 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) here.
Nurburgring this, Nurburgring that, Who’s got the fastest Lap?
Never before has there been so much hype over who has the fastest lap time around the Nurburgring. So I sat down and really thought what sparked all of this hype. Was it the Nissan GT-R’s stunning lap time that everyone is ever-so-fast chasing? Is it because more auto manufacturers are starting to conduct post-production tests of their new vehicles on the Nurburgring? Is it because the Nurburgring is such a vigorous test track and true representation of pushing a vehicle to it’s limits? I honestly believe it is a combination of all of these factors put together.
2008 Lexus IS-F Test Drive
June 23, 2008 by Malcolm
Filed under Automotive, Lexus, Magazine Articles, Test Drives
The all-new 2008 Lexus IS F high-performance sedan is the first Lexus to wear the brand’s ‘F’ marquee, and is the fastest Lexus production car ever built. Based on the robust IS sport sedan platform, the IS F delivers 416hp from a specially engineered 5.0 liter V8 engine giving it the power to accelerate to 60mph in just 4.6 sec. and hit a top speed of 170 mph. This potent all-aluminum V8 engine features a dual air intake system, high-flow cylinder heads with titanium valves designed by Yamaha, VVT with intelligence, and an electrically controlled intake cam. You’ll love the loud, throaty roar when you mash your foot on the throttle and get kicked back into your seat.
The engine is mated to the world’s first eight-speed Sport Direct-Shift automatic transmission with a quick and direct special lock up clutch, and a control system that enables ultra-quick manual up-shifts (0.1 sec.), and blips the throttle for precision down-shifts. You can shift manually using either the console shifter or steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters when driving in either Drive mode (D) or Manual mode (M).
$200K-Plus Lexus: Lexus LF-A Will Cost over $200K
May 21, 2008 by Malcolm
Filed under Automotive, Automotive News, Lexus, Spy Shots, Toyota
Insideline has somewhat confirmed that the new Lexus LF-A will cost a bit over $200,000. Lexus officials stated that the new LF-A will have a number “two” in the beginning of the price tag. We know for sure it aint $20,000 so that only leaves $200,000. This will make the new Lexus LF-A the most expensive Lexus (or Toyota) ever.
Many of us have seen spyshots of the new Lexus “Supercar” on the Nurburgring race circuit sporting a possible sub 7 minute run just about on par with the infamous Nissan GT-R. But at $200,000 shouldn’t this be the car to defy laws of physics. Many will argue that the Nissan GT-R defys some of the laws of physics by just being a big bully in the super-car world that’s half the price. But really, are we comparing a Nissan to a Lexus? How dare us.
At $200,000 this new Lexus LF-A better do some amazing tricks like the one in the movie “Transporter 2” where the Audi does a 360 degree barrel roll and lands back on all fours. Yes, it better be that good. Look at some of the Ferrari’s and Lamborghini’s, that cost upwards of $200K, they all can do that right?
