Official New 2006 Is Topic

[Steve]

I would like to make this thread the official thread for discussion on the new 2006 IS.

Please read main Article: http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/articles/..._lexus_is.shtml

New new child is born to LOC

[Steve]

This official topic is now open due to the Geneva Motorshow launch some of you have already seen the car live through web stream.

This thread will be linked from the Press release in 25 mins.

[Colin P]

well, overall i'm not that impressed.

but,

obiously I cant wait to see it in the flesh so to speak.

i like the interior though

[Steve]

think a sporrts grill, kit and new wheels would look nice... carbon fibre to replace the wood

[Colin P]

yea, maybe some lexus lights for the back too!

carbon fibre in the interior instead of wood is a good idea

to me the rear lights look like the G35 and the front lights have a littlle of the 350z due to the indicator stop running vertically

[Steve]

has Intelligent Adaptive Front Lighting system

Also radar controlled Pre-Crash safety system

[Colin P]

yea, i'm sure all the gadgets are amazing and the interior looks good, just not sold on the exterior at the moment.

i'm sure it would look better in other colours!

[Steve]

what you need to do is stick it next to an old IS.. definatly a much better looking car

The interior is much better too... old IS interior let the car down and many people have mentioned they dislike the interior of the OLD IS

[jimmycabs]

would have looked better in blue more of a contrast between lights,wheels,grille,etc

[SteveL]

Also radar controlled Pre-Crash safety system

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Nice to see they're thinking of the female buyers. Sorry couldn't resist

In terms of looks and initial reaction, I think it's the same as everything when it changes. It's gonna take some getting used to, then people slowly come around to it. Just like when these boards changed over.

Personally, i like it, but cant wait to see the full res pics to have a proper closer look

[Colin P]

yea the interior of the new one is much better and I know it makes the 'old' IS look a little dated maybe.

I dont think anyone can say they doint like the interior though, I wonder what colour contrast options there will be?

I see the push button start there!

[Steve]

blackwood will be one of them i bet

[Colin P]

Steve do you know what those 4 buttons are above the window switches on the door panels?

[Steve]

memory??

[Monster-Mat]

WELL STEVE its an hour since the launch in Geneva, if you dont hurry, all the other sites will start showing the pics..............

[Steve]

http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/articles/..._lexus_is.shtml

[Steve]

Enjoy Folks

Any errors please let me know.

http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/articles/..._lexus_is.shtml

[Steve]

Please click photos for full resolution

[Damer]

Unsure looks like a Honda or Hyndai coupe. Need time to get used to it, does make the current IS look a bit angular and dated. Like the interier, similar to the RX, though I quite liked the "pop up" sat nav.

[altezzaz]

Enjoy Folks

Any errors please let me know.

http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/articles/..._lexus_is.shtml

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Just the chap who designed the front bumper....

[Rob]

Also radar controlled Pre-Crash safety system

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any more info on this steve? i ask because if its what i am thinking of, the developers ( siemens) had major probs getting it working properly.

[javadude]

No manual. How stupid.

Looks ok.

[dhs]

Looks great, I ve heard rumours of a convertible, anyone got more info on this?

[Steve]

Also radar controlled Pre-Crash safety system

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any more info on this steve? i ask because if its what i am thinking of, the developers ( siemens) had major probs getting it working properly.

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sorry mate.. i dont have any more info.. stright from press release.

[Zee007]

Enjoy Folks

Any errors please let me know.

http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/articles/..._lexus_is.shtml

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Just the chap who designed the front bumper....

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I really don't like it.....

I hoep it looks better in the flesh and grows on me......