Lexus IS F

2009 Lexus IS F High- Performance Sedan Powers into 2009

The Lexus IS F high-performance sedan is the first production model to wear the brand's new "F" marque. Introduced in 2008, the IS F gains a revised instrument-panel center cluster and striking new black/terra cotta two-tone interior trim for the new model year. Additional interior trim enhancements include a new piano black finish for the center cluster and illuminated outside mirror controls.

2009 Lexus IS F: New high-performance sedan for 2009

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May 2, 2008 - Torrance, CA - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced new manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles, effective mid- to late May 2008.

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January 11, 2008 – Torrance, CA - Lexus today announced the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the all-new 2008 IS F high-performance sport sedan. The IS F is the first production model to wear the new “F” badge and is the fastest Lexus production car ever built. The 2008 IS F launches onto the market carrying a base MSRP of $56,000.

2008 Lexus IS F

10/24/2007 -- What is it that's said about the irresistible force?

Anyone encountering an engineer named Yukihiko Yaguchi might just find out first hand, for he's an irresistible force that's created a highly movable object.

Yaguchi is a very convincing, compelling guy, but he's also quiet and self effacing. Once he gets hold of you, you not only can't help but like him, you can't help but want to help him accomplish whatever it is that he's up to.

2008 Lexus IS F

Plenty of people have learned that lesson, and there's solid evidence to support it. The evidence sits on four fat, sticky tires. It's called the Lexus IS F.

10/24/2007 -- Torrance, CA - The 2008 Lexus IS F high-performance sedan is the first production model to wear the brand's new "F" marque. Based on the robust IS sport sedan platform, the 2008 IS F will deliver 416 horsepower from a specially engineered 5.0-liter V8 engine and will accelerate from zero-to-60 mph in 4.6 seconds when it arrives at Lexus dealerships in early 2008.

2008 Lexus IS F Sport Sedan

10/24/2007 -- Enthusiasts who just can't wait to settle their driving shoes into the 2008 Lexus IS F, the V8-powered sports sedan designed to reset class standards for performance, handling, comfort and quality, most likely are thinking more about the car's ability to incinerate their favorite roads than they are about the etymology of its name.

But there's a story behind that name, a story that includes the V10-powered LF-A supercar concept shown at the Detroit Auto Show in January.

The story explains where the name came from, and it outlines the beginnings of the Lexus performance and quality heritage. It goes like this:

Torrance CA, October 2, 2007 - The holidays are right around the corner and what better way to ring them in than with the ultimate holiday gift? The Neiman Marcus 2008 Lexus IS F Special Build Sedan debuts as this year's fantasy car in the renowned Neiman Marcus Christmas Book, the upscale retailer's wish book featuring the most luxurious gifts for the holidays.

August 29, 2007 – Torrance, CA - Lexus will introduce an all-new high-performance IS model in 2008 IS F. Based on the successful IS sport sedan platform, the 2008 IS F will deliver more than 400 horsepower from a 5.0-liter V8 engine when it arrives at Lexus dealerships in early 2008.

2008 Lexus IS F

The "F" originates from the "Circle-F" internal code for what became the Lexus Division nearly 20 years ago. Since then, the "F" code has come to signify a special vehicle program within Lexus that falls outside the normal engineering and development process. Much of the IS F development took place at Fuji Speedway and the Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Japan.