Lexus News: Lexus IS Coupe Convertible

[chauhdarywaqar]

Lexus IS Convertible.

After the stunning success Lexus is having with its IS sedan, the Japanese luxury maker plans to release an onslaught of new models over the coming years starting with a convertible version of the IS. This new car will go up against popular cabriolets from both Audi and BMW with styling strongly differentiated from its hardtop sibling.

The drop-top IS will make an appearance in prototype form at next years’ NAIAS in Detroit and should go on sale in early 2008. Unlike many of its competition, the Lexus will feature a metal folding roof similar to the LF-C concept displayed in 2004. There will be several versions with differing levels of equipment and drivetrains. Of most interest will be the performance edition which will share the F1 inspired V8 from the upcoming IS 500. This means a 5.0-litre V8 but slightly detuned to a more conservative 420 hp and 405 lbs/ft of torque.

Source: www.topspeed.com.

[HotEngine]

GOOD CAR. NICE SHAPE.

[toofast4u]

looks sharp and sweet

[MARKS]

luks gd

[khyam]

sexyy .

[chauhdarywaqar]

^ truly it will be.

[zainrock5]

Only two pics Bro ?????

[chauhdarywaqar]

More:

[zainrock5]

@ chaudrywaqar

Thanks for adding more pics on my demand

Nice car

[Storm]

it's cars like this which are making toyota such a strong competitor for the number 1 spot. they build what people want.

[zainrock5]

It has 4 seats . Thats really good (Y)

[zainrock5]

First picture make me feel likeThis is the next drift thing

[chauhdarywaqar]

@zainrocks
no problem bro. anytime.

[zainrock5]

Im gonna make a thread abt a new Opel in some time !!!! Do post ur comment there !!!!

[chauhdarywaqar]

@zainrocks
sure will bro anytime.

[riz_]

Looks nice. Prediction: this particular model will not sell more than 5,000 units/year in the US. VW will beat it on price and BMW will beat it on “to be seen in” appeal. Lower end of the convertible market is locked in by Chrysler Sebring and Ford Mustang. Middle segment is where this car will compete with extremely aggressive pricing from Audi, VW, BMW and even Mercedes now. The V8 model of this car is going to go against Corvette convertible and Dodge Viper. There is no way this car can outsell these two on performance and looks.

On a similar note, I had an opportunity to drive the 2008 Dodge Viper at PIR (Phoenix International Raceway). It is an experience like none other. I will encourage all US pakwheels members to go to their Dodge dealer and get a test drive of this machine. It is not a practical car for daily commute at all. But on a track, with very few limits imposed on you and the car, you will not want the ride to end. I took the car up to 190MPH, with the top down. At that speed, if you are not wearing a helmet, you will probably lose most of your hair.

[chauhdarywaqar]

^ Well that can only be said when the model comes into them market. Consumer demand will show us what this new design is worth. Wait & see.

[gem_guy]

Its a good lookin car..but not really as Artistic as i wanted it to be..

It shows that its based on a Sedan!:S

[chauhdarywaqar]

^ Well aren't all convertibles based on sedans? Considering Lexus already has a convertibles the SC430/Soarer this is a great treat for consumers I believe as the next step to challenge the competitors.

[gem_guy]

Not really...How about the S2000!!??

Or a corvette Targa top?

A coupe designed as a Coupe always looks the best!