From 370Z to 2011 Lexus IS-F

atx370z · 08-17-2011, 02:39 PM

Opinions?

I test drove the IS-F yesterday and financing is already lined up, but i just can't seem to pull the trigger. At first i thought the choice was simple, but the Lexus just seems to be missing the WOW factor that my Z has.

And although it's got a 5 liter V8 and supposedly can run a mid 12 in the 1/4 mile stock... it doesn't seem that fast and even with the paddle shifters is kind of boring to drive.

Interior is prestine. I love the luxury feel of it and when you do want to step on it.... it definitely goes. The handling is also amazing for the 2011's. Lexus really stepped their game up on the IS-F in that respect.

The question is... is it worth 60k+ and worth getting rid of "Lola".

atx370z · 08-17-2011, 02:41 PM

The one i'm thinking about purchasing is white like the picture below....

PS. Those Vossen CV3's look unbelievable on that car.

issforged · 08-17-2011, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by atx370z

The one i'm thinking about purchasing is white like the picture below....

PS. Those Vossen CV3's look unbelievable on that car.

x2 it looks amazing on those 5 spokes...when u buy it send me a pm and we could set u up

shadoquad · 08-17-2011, 02:45 PM

Well, luxury takes away that road feel. It is a fast car, and it is plush.

imo no toyota is worth 60 clams, but that's a matter of opinion, and only you know if trading a 2-seat agile sports car for a four-seat luxo box with a big engine is worth it for you.

also imo those vossens look terribad on that car, but again, personal preferences vary.

My_third_Z · 08-17-2011, 02:45 PM

My CV3s should be in next week. Hope they look as awesome on my car.

jayl · 08-17-2011, 02:48 PM

get the F then you will drool over the next Z you see on the road!

issforged · 08-17-2011, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by My_third_Z

My CV3s should be in next week. Hope they look as awesome on my car.

they will look awesome man lol...what color did u get it?

Brutal 370Z · 08-17-2011, 02:53 PM

[QUOTE=shadoquad;1266549]Well, luxury takes away that road feel. It is a fast car, and it is plush.

imo no toyota is worth 60 clams, but that's a matter of opinion, and only you know if trading a 2-seat agile sports car for a four-seat luxo box with a big engine is worth it for you.

These cars are in two completely different relms. Pure sports car vs. luxury/sport 4 door. You need to evaluate what you're looking for in a car....something more practical with a punch, or an impractical sports car that is much more fun to drive.

On a side note, if your gonna spend that kinda $, why not look at the cts-v instead? Same price point, more aggressive styling, more power, and same luxury feel.

Mt Tam I am · 08-17-2011, 02:57 PM

If you are thinking of an ISF then get the better car the M3 BMW. Then you can have the wow factor back.

moto_italia · 08-17-2011, 02:58 PM

Every corner you take you'll be thinking about how you're dragging that extra 7 inches of wheelbase and 500 lbs. of weight through it. But if you only care about driving in a straight line, then go for it.

11Thumper · 08-17-2011, 03:04 PM

Do you need the extra seats? It not, then why?

FuszNissan · 08-17-2011, 03:07 PM

Very Nice Car!

NYBladeZ · 08-17-2011, 03:09 PM

The IS-F is a nice luxury sports sedan but it is not a sports car. If you want comfort and luxury then by all means get the IS-F. I thank you for being honest in your assessment of both cars. I knew it couldn't have been just me who felt that the IS just felt no faster and softer than the Z. I wouldn't trade my Z and OP if you are going to pay all that $ and not get that tickle from driving then don't do it. If you do the only reason you're going to rave about the IS-F is because you paid so much not because of the actual feel.

atx370z · 08-17-2011, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

If you are thinking of an ISF then get the better car the M3 BMW. Then you can have the wow factor back.

I looked at the M3's and the C63 AMG's. Based on the 74k price tag and interior... i decided that it wasn't an option. If i could buy the M3 as a toy, then that's another story.

Sibze · 08-17-2011, 03:48 PM

I looked at the IS-F, went with the M3

08-17-2011, 02:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
atx370z Track Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 637 Drives: 10 370Z T/S M6 Rep Power: 15	From 370Z to 2011 Lexus IS-F Opinions? I test drove the IS-F yesterday and financing is already lined up, but i just can't seem to pull the trigger. At first i thought the choice was simple, but the Lexus just seems to be missing the WOW factor that my Z has. And although it's got a 5 liter V8 and supposedly can run a mid 12 in the 1/4 mile stock... it doesn't seem that fast and even with the paddle shifters is kind of boring to drive. Interior is prestine. I love the luxury feel of it and when you do want to step on it.... it definitely goes. The handling is also amazing for the 2011's. Lexus really stepped their game up on the IS-F in that respect. The question is... is it worth 60k+ and worth getting rid of "Lola". __________________ Berk HFC & CBE, Stillen G3's, AMS Crank Pulley, JWT Flywheel, 4.08 Gears, UpRev, H&R Springs and 20mm Spacers, JDM Rear Fog, EVO-R Front Lip and CF Upper Cover, 305's

08-17-2011, 02:41 PM	#2 (permalink)
atx370z Track Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 637 Drives: 10 370Z T/S M6 Rep Power: 15	The one i'm thinking about purchasing is white like the picture below.... PS. Those Vossen CV3's look unbelievable on that car. __________________ Berk HFC & CBE, Stillen G3's, AMS Crank Pulley, JWT Flywheel, 4.08 Gears, UpRev, H&R Springs and 20mm Spacers, JDM Rear Fog, EVO-R Front Lip and CF Upper Cover, 305's

08-17-2011, 02:48 PM	#6 (permalink)
jayl Track Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: md Posts: 813 Drives: 09 370z base MT Rep Power: 15	get the F then you will drool over the next Z you see on the road! __________________ -Jay

08-17-2011, 02:53 PM	#8 (permalink)
Brutal 370Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Greater Toronto Area Posts: 357 Drives: 11' MB/Pers/6M/S/Nav Rep Power: 13	[QUOTE=shadoquad;1266549]Well, luxury takes away that road feel. It is a fast car, and it is plush. imo no toyota is worth 60 clams, but that's a matter of opinion, and only you know if trading a 2-seat agile sports car for a four-seat luxo box with a big engine is worth it for you. These cars are in two completely different relms. Pure sports car vs. luxury/sport 4 door. You need to evaluate what you're looking for in a car....something more practical with a punch, or an impractical sports car that is much more fun to drive. On a side note, if your gonna spend that kinda $, why not look at the cts-v instead? Same price point, more aggressive styling, more power, and same luxury feel. __________________ Stillen G3/CBE/HFC, Nismo S-tune Front Chin Spoiler, 20% tint, Password JDM V2 Shift Knob

08-17-2011, 02:57 PM	#9 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3842	If you are thinking of an ISF then get the better car the M3 BMW. Then you can have the wow factor back. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

08-17-2011, 02:45 PM	#4 (permalink)
shadoquad A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: . Posts: 42,608 Drives: . Rep Power: 3886	Well, luxury takes away that road feel. It is a fast car, and it is plush. imo no toyota is worth 60 clams, but that's a matter of opinion, and only you know if trading a 2-seat agile sports car for a four-seat luxo box with a big engine is worth it for you. also imo those vossens look terribad on that car, but again, personal preferences vary.

08-17-2011, 02:45 PM	#5 (permalink)
My_third_Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Charleston,SC Posts: 312 Drives: Blue 09 370z Rep Power: 14	My CV3s should be in next week. Hope they look as awesome on my car.

08-17-2011, 02:58 PM	#10 (permalink)
moto_italia Base Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Tennessee Posts: 131 Drives: 40th Anniversary Rep Power: 13	Every corner you take you'll be thinking about how you're dragging that extra 7 inches of wheelbase and 500 lbs. of weight through it. But if you only care about driving in a straight line, then go for it. __________________ Kevin Borla CBE + Z1 Post-MAF Tubes + AFE Dropins + Llumar CTX35

08-17-2011, 03:04 PM	#11 (permalink)
11Thumper Track Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 754 Drives: '11 370Z, '01 S2k Rep Power: 17	Do you need the extra seats? It not, then why?

08-17-2011, 03:07 PM	#12 (permalink)
FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 542	Very Nice Car! __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

08-17-2011, 03:09 PM	#13 (permalink)
NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 20	The IS-F is a nice luxury sports sedan but it is not a sports car. If you want comfort and luxury then by all means get the IS-F. I thank you for being honest in your assessment of both cars. I knew it couldn't have been just me who felt that the IS just felt no faster and softer than the Z. I wouldn't trade my Z and OP if you are going to pay all that $ and not get that tickle from driving then don't do it. If you do the only reason you're going to rave about the IS-F is because you paid so much not because of the actual feel. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

08-17-2011, 03:48 PM	#15 (permalink)
Sibze A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 16,202 Drives: In your way Rep Power: 63	I looked at the IS-F, went with the M3

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