bam-bam

I find that even tho there's a changer in the glovebox there is still; room for sunglasses,wallet,chequebook,and a couple of cd /dvd cases-not to mention the centre console storage,or the pouches on the rear of the front seats. Have started re-installing: alpine 7876rb head uint mp3 cd changer sony xm7527 0.5ohm amp sony playstion 2 sony 7" widescreen with tv tuner sony memory card reader cradle for sony/ericsson pd800 cellphone 2x infinity perfect 10 subwoofers dynatron 7800 alarm with tracnet option,which swill interface with altezza factory remote start. will re-post shots as its completed(week or so)or indeed of any ideas I have along the way... ;) thanks for the help Matt!

Thanks B) TRD328-nice that we've managed to clear this confusion on my car. I have managed to locate a dyno facility so will be posting results once I have re-done audio/video,and been out to get NM/HP figures. It just doesnt feel like a standard car.... Here's hopin!

Wicked-shall forward you an Email so can chat bikes etc-I currently own japanese and have slowed down somewhat... but been down the Italian road having owned a '94 916-then there was the blade"shiver"

hey Vince-com, I'm into the bikes too-was riding open proddy professionally '96-'97.Aprilla=nice!

Thanks guys-now the long haul of puttin all the ICE back into this car-should be complete in a week or so,will keep ya posted with photos etc. And I'm reading a lot about these superchargers available from the UK....... ;)

http://www.lexusownersclub.com/gallery/Misc/DSC00263 and the following 6 shots are of my new toy! I appreciate any feedback/comments guys, cheers.

My Webpage and the following 6 images are of the new toy! would appreciate any feedback or comments guys, Cheers

Chapter 2 begins! I have just taken delivery of the TRD/Qualitat vehicle that is the topic of discussion-and am still impressed!have driven it from dealer to home via motorway,twisting hill roads and city streets,and am blown away by how quick this thing is for a N/A vehicle. It is indeed a 6 cyl,but drives COMPLETELY different to my IS200 6 cyl (98)that I've today sold. It appears to have three stages of power-mild,torque,then a free revving power band,with no sign of the redline being an issue as the power continues right through if you hold the gear rather than rushing through the 5 speed auto. As I type this the photos being uploaded,links to follow(if I'm doin it right). Seems like the only way i'm going to get to grips with what may have been done to this thing(if different from UK spec)is to have it dyno'd!

Um...NEGATIVE....ABORT-ABORT!!!! :)

Congratulations! seems to be the time for purchasing...... B)

hey there Kavey-here's hopin I'm in luck and have a "special"! It's definately the same as the pictured on above,except a 6 cyl.... Tuesday morn can't come fast enough.

Thank you Asinn-cleared my mind,I was hoping I was correct in stating that the 6 cyl Beams version is a regular spec. I'm assuming that the car I've just bought has been played with in some way,being a TRD factory model....Feels so much different to drive than my standard IS. Can't wait! will keep ya posted. Regards.

Hey guys, not meaning to offend anyone or throw a spanner in the works guys,and I know you're a lot more knowledgable in these cars but I'm tellin ya... This car is a 6 Cyl Beams version! Although I dont pick it up for another 48 hours I popped by the dealer today and asked him to remove the exhaust header heat shield....6 exhaust outlets were revealed. The motor has the throttle body top center,covered by the airbox,which is clearly labeled"BEAMS 2000". Hope I'm not gettin all excited over my lack of knowledge on the different IS models,but I have owned GTR skylines etc,and am not TOO illiterate on perfomance cars.... Will have these photos developed first thing tomorrow(11:25 sunday night at moment)and attempt to upload ASAP so I can validate. I just assumed that these motors were a regular occurance,and not out of the ordinary worldwide. Thanks for all your time and input guys, B)

Righto then....to all the non believers!! I have photos of the 6 cyl BEAMS motor and engine plate-if someone can help me with info on posting them to the site? maybe it's a southern hemisphere thing...

Nice one GRiM, Thats the one! tis definately a 6 cyl beams motor,wierd huh?photos to follow..... cant wait till tuesday-2 days and its in my driveway! Like I say-new to the forum,will figure out how to put these engine shots up shortly.any easy way of attaching a photo to a post? Cheers guys.

Wicked Kavey-will keep in touch.Hope i can suprise ya with a Beams 6 cyl! Roll on tuesday-will be sorry to see my current standard IS go,but onward and upward.....

Yep ,tis an Altezza,non badged tho-does have a 6 cyl Beams spec motor,am keen on finding what the differences between these and the standard 6 cyl are..... Will do some more investigating tomorrow on the window etching etc,but have never seen one like this before,even on the owners club sites. Have purchased today and take delivery on Tues(sat night here now),but will endeavour to get photos up to show as soon as,see what you think! Thanks for replies guys,new to forum-hard to find info on even the most standard cars in New Zealand.

Ok guys,was driving past the dealership today where 1 year ago I purchased my stock standard IS(champagne silver)when I see an eyecatcher. I stop,get talking to the salesman whom i've bought 3 cars off before,and he tells me its a 2001 IS thats been tuned from the factory by TRD and Qualitat. Full body kit,big bore exhaust,chipped,red recaro interior,dark blue with gold 17 inch rims. I take it for a drive,MUCH quicker that my IS,still 6cylinder BEAMS motor-upgraded suspension.... Lets just say i pick it up this Tuesday, Pics to follow,now all I need to do is try and transplant all the I.C.E.... Yee HAA!! If anyone has seen one of these or has any info please let me know?I'm keen on finding any details,as here in NZ this may be the only one.... regards to all.