Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Suggestions for a new model IS-F

This post is in no way in disrespect to the current IS-F, but the world is constantly changing, and the IS-F will eventually be the recipient of a redesign. The first issue that must be addressed is the ride comfort. It can be horrid at times, and definitely needs an adaptive suspension system. The seating is comfortable but lacks the X package features of the lower model IS cars. I would love to see a seat coolant. The 2008 IS-F center console does not fit flush with the rest of the vehicle, and the silver lininng seems cheaply added. The center console needs to be beefed up and must utilize less plastic. It's a big step up from the competitors, but still lacks a supercar feel. The carbon fiber should come in different options as well, perhaps a darker weave. The fenders on the IS-F seem a little bit out of place and need to be better integrated with the entire vehicle. A coupe version would be nice. A thicker paint is necessary for the hood, where rocks can easily add new irreperable chips in the paint. Even a clear bra cannot save some of this. The Mark Levinson sound system is excellent, but the bass is lacking in the lower end. Perhaps they can add an enclosed subwoofer. The braking system is superb, however it attracts a ton of brake dust. Lexus must develop a system to mitigate the damages the brake dust will cause to the rims of the vehicle. Lexus should consider adding a real true dual exhaust as opposed to the fake tips. Many critics have written this feature as gimmicky and unattractive. I love the stacked exhaust look, but unfortunately it is fake. Fans would like to see a real exhaust. The IS-F is great in many ways, but still can use a few changes.

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