Just revealed 2014 Lexus IS F-Sport Compared to BMW F30 3 Series M Sport - Page 10 - BMW 3-Series Forum (F30 / F32)

Leo88 · 01-10-2013, 04:29 AM

The front end looks WRONG to me.
3er is really much much better, and i'm not a huge fan of the new F30 look.

I appreciate that Toyota is trying to do something personal and not just copy other brands, but this is too much

Nang Vann · 01-10-2013, 06:50 AM

Oh noooo....

Anyways please give me a BMW

///FCB · 01-10-2013, 07:17 AM

I like the rear and interior, but the front is scary

nbennettksu · 01-10-2013, 07:41 AM

lol that thing is FUGLY.

However, it still looks better than Acura's lineup.

dd243372 · 01-10-2013, 07:52 AM

Kind of looks like Bane.

Diver · 01-10-2013, 08:52 AM

Quite a few cars have those weird front ends. It must do well in the wind tunnel. As for the Lexus, the proof will be in how it drives. Lexus has a boulevard ride and if they don't lose it, then the new IS is a failure, IMO.

ron_jeremy · 01-10-2013, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by DarkTrigger

Maybe it'll look good in person. Kinda like the 1 series.

The 1 series look bad on picture and in RL.
Usually it's the other way around.
Now if this freak of a car actually does look worse in RL than in picture as well...
I mean, that's not even funny, it's just sickening imo.
A horrible looking car, just so high over the top, just sad imo!

vladberca · 01-10-2013, 09:22 AM

Big fail for this new geneartion of IS!

KneeDragr · 01-10-2013, 09:55 AM

I cant imagine the 2014 IS250 will have anywhere near the performance of the 328i. The IS350F might give the 335i a run for its money in a strait line but thats about it.

nemex12 · 01-10-2013, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by chrisv_335EBII

It actually looks like the clay model melted and they were like "I'm not starting over..."

completely agree, best description of this hideous clay monster

Levi · 01-10-2013, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Diver

Quite a few cars have those weird front ends. It must do well in the wind tunnel. As for the Lexus, the proof will be in how it drives. Lexus has a boulevard ride and if they don't lose it, then the new IS is a failure, IMO.

Same for Audi.

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Originally Posted by KneeDragr

I cant imagine the 2014 IS250 will have anywhere near the performance of the 328i. The IS350F might give the 335i a run for its money in a strait line but thats about it.

It is rather the other way round. 335i is faster on straight line, but IS 350 is better on curves.

sbw · 01-10-2013, 10:44 AM

Hasn't Lexus learned anything from Acura's spaceship styling and resulting sales disappointment?

Like the Acura TL, the Lexus IS used to be a genuine contender to the 3 Series. This new bizarre styling exercise puts it in a realm of its own. Well, a realm with one other, the TL. And maybe soon the Infiniti G replacement.

Oh well, it's all good news for the more conservative, but still bold, styling of BMW and company (Audi, Mercedes and even Cadillac with its slick new ATS). Probably even good news for Buick.

Lexus needs to refocus. And stop trying so hard.

Try. But not so hard.

Also, Lexus IS, 1994 called and wants its interior back.

jlstyle · 01-10-2013, 11:07 AM

I think I nailed it.

lynyrdskynyrd803 · 01-10-2013, 12:49 PM

I could deal with the rear of it. But the front just looks to funky.

J Tiberius · 01-10-2013, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Levi

Most on here dislike the car. No problem, I get it. But when you look in details, there is so much work done, the result is just amazing. I reminds me the BMW i8, something unusual. F30 looks best in class, but not special. As I said this car will stand out.

One thing ALL F20, F30 and F10 owners must be jealous of it the hood shut line. How is it Lexus can make the shut line join the grill, but BMW has to cut above?
By the way, really surprised how this new IS ended in the few hours of reveal on Bimmerpost Homepage. Clearly the 3 Series toughest rival.

Not me. I love the hood line on the F30, and especially on the F10 and the Z4. Might be in the minority with that opinion among some folks on the forums, but I really do love it.

dreamspeed · 01-10-2013, 01:02 PM

I guess i'm the only weirdo that thinks the Lexus looks way better than the BMW

DASHOCKER · 01-10-2013, 01:03 PM

this back and forth with the trolls is hilarious.. Question. Will a potential buyer be able to configure their own IS model to their liking ala BMW or will it be a continuation of we make them you take them by Lexus?

alex2364 · 01-10-2013, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by DASHOCKER

this back and forth with the trolls is hilarious.. Question. Will a potential buyer be able to configure their own IS model to their liking ala BMW or will it be a continuation of we make them you take them by Lexus?

You mean the way BMW forces you to get Lines and limits your interior color choices?

Renus · 01-10-2013, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by bimmer_335

Front end looks like an alien battle ship.

This Lexus is for Predator

Lemon Jelly M3 · 01-10-2013, 01:25 PM

This new IS will be a very hot-selling car.
BMW these days are too plain, too common, and very much toned down from the Bangle Era.
I want something different and Lexus did it for me this time.
The next gen IS-F will be a hit.

Hasek9339 · 01-10-2013, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by timmahh

imho it's another Japanese car design that will look old in a relatively short amount of time.. there are a few Japanese cars that have held their age well, but the latest accords, civics, etc. are all just recycling cues from one another. Same with this.. it's going to look OLD fast. Not classy or timeless.

Well said my brother!
My sentiments exactly!

DASHOCKER · 01-10-2013, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by alex2364

Quote:

Originally Posted by DASHOCKER

this back and forth with the trolls is hilarious.. Question. Will a potential buyer be able to configure their own IS model to their liking ala BMW or will it be a continuation of we make them you take them by Lexus?

You mean the way BMW forces you to get Lines and limits your interior color choices?

this means it will be based on region? I take it that AWD with nav package will be for NYC residents? thanks..

01-10-2013, 06:50 AM	#200
Nang Vann Major Drives: E46 M3, R35 GT-R Join Date: May 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 1,076 iTrader: (0)	Oh noooo.... Anyways please give me a BMW __________________ Moving on up!

01-10-2013, 07:17 AM	#201
///FCB First Lieutenant Drives: 2012 GTR Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: EU Posts: 320 iTrader: (1)	I like the rear and interior, but the front is scary __________________ -2012 BMW 740D -2012 Datsun GT-R -2007 Mitsubishi Evo IX (sold) -2010 BMW M3 E92 (sold)

01-10-2013, 07:52 AM	#203
dd243372 Second Lieutenant Drives: Jet Black E90 328i LCI Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Bronx, NY Posts: 249 iTrader: (0)	Kind of looks like Bane. __________________ ______________________________

01-10-2013, 08:52 AM	#204
Diver Colonel Drives: Black '12 135i DCT PPK Msport Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 2,030 iTrader: (0)	Quite a few cars have those weird front ends. It must do well in the wind tunnel. As for the Lexus, the proof will be in how it drives. Lexus has a boulevard ride and if they don't lose it, then the new IS is a failure, IMO. __________________ See my photography at http://ronscubadiver.wordpress.com

01-10-2013, 11:07 AM	#211
jlstyle Major Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: nj Posts: 1,186 iTrader: (0)	I think I nailed it. __________________ 09 E92 335i Coupe Jet Black/Coral Red/Sports Pkg/Prem Pkg/Cold Weather/Navi/PDC/Ipod/6MT

01-10-2013, 04:29 AM	#199
Leo88 New Member Drives: 2009 BMW 325d Coupe Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Italy Posts: 19 iTrader: (0)	The front end looks WRONG to me. 3er is really much much better, and i'm not a huge fan of the new F30 look. I appreciate that Toyota is trying to do something personal and not just copy other brands, but this is too much

01-10-2013, 09:22 AM	#206
vladberca Colonel Drives: '09 jetta tsi 6mt Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Craiova Posts: 2,809 iTrader: (0)	Big fail for this new geneartion of IS!

01-10-2013, 09:55 AM	#207
KneeDragr Second Lieutenant Drives: No BMW's Yet - Hopefully Soon Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Arlington VA Posts: 212 iTrader: (0)	I cant imagine the 2014 IS250 will have anywhere near the performance of the 328i. The IS350F might give the 335i a run for its money in a strait line but thats about it.

01-10-2013, 10:44 AM	#210
sbw Ultimate Driver Drives: 2012 335i Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Earth Posts: 355 iTrader: (0)	Hasn't Lexus learned anything from Acura's spaceship styling and resulting sales disappointment? Like the Acura TL, the Lexus IS used to be a genuine contender to the 3 Series. This new bizarre styling exercise puts it in a realm of its own. Well, a realm with one other, the TL. And maybe soon the Infiniti G replacement. Oh well, it's all good news for the more conservative, but still bold, styling of BMW and company (Audi, Mercedes and even Cadillac with its slick new ATS). Probably even good news for Buick. Lexus needs to refocus. And stop trying so hard. Try. But not so hard. Also, Lexus IS, 1994 called and wants its interior back.

01-10-2013, 12:49 PM	#212
lynyrdskynyrd803 Private Drives: 2013 BMW X1 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: SC Posts: 82 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X1 [0.00]	I could deal with the rear of it. But the front just looks to funky.

01-10-2013, 01:02 PM	#214
dreamspeed Lieutenant Drives: M3 E92 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 502 iTrader: (0)	I guess i'm the only weirdo that thinks the Lexus looks way better than the BMW __________________

01-10-2013, 01:03 PM	#215
DASHOCKER The power of V! Drives: 2007 335i coupe steptronic Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 1,527 iTrader: (0) Garage List 1998 Lexus Gs400 [0.00] 2010 ebony & ivory [0.00] 2006 BMW X3 [0.00] 2009 pics [0.00] 2009 e92 335 xdrive [0.00]	this back and forth with the trolls is hilarious.. Question. Will a potential buyer be able to configure their own IS model to their liking ala BMW or will it be a continuation of we make them you take them by Lexus? __________________ 2007 335 coupe Alpine white, steptronic, sportpack, etc. (gone) 2006 X3 3.0 steptronic Titanium Silver, 2009 E92 335xdrive, next.... Caddy CTS_V!

01-10-2013, 01:25 PM	#218
Lemon Jelly M3 Lieutenant Drives: M3 (E90,ZCP,6MT) Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: East Coast Posts: 451 iTrader: (0)	This new IS will be a very hot-selling car. BMW these days are too plain, too common, and very much toned down from the Bangle Era. I want something different and Lexus did it for me this time. The next gen IS-F will be a hit.

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