Comments on: 2009 Lexus IS250C on test in Oz outback

By: nobody

nobody — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:02:19 +0000

Wheelnut: I’ve seen afew SC’s around. I never thought people would actually buy such cars…

As for this car, I can see a market for it. I’m not too overly excited bout this car but I can appreciate that the engineers have gone through alot of work to make it what it is. But come on Lexus, don’t pull our leg with this we all want to see the LF-A!

By: figjam

figjam — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 10:13:28 +0000

Is there ever an article that you two don’t ruin,there are people who actuality like to read about all types of cars?

By: figjam

figjam — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 10:08:32 +0000

Here we go again another highjacked site by the king and queen of boganville! bm and nutwheel the way you two carry on you would swear you own a bentley and a ferrari instead of an old bmw banger and a falcon whatever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By: The Engineer

The Engineer — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 10:05:50 +0000

Removed & banned

By: Wheelnut

Wheelnut — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 09:53:08 +0000

Daniel W: I’ve seen pics of the Infiniti and apart from the headlights; there doesn’t appear to be much difference between this and the G-37 Convertible…. Infact they both look like a Japanese version of a Chrysler Sebring.

By: Wheelnut

Wheelnut — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 09:21:50 +0000

Can someone remind me how [un]popular their previous convertible [jelly bean] the SC-430 was?
I mean How many of them do you see on the roads…?

By: Wheelnut

Wheelnut — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 09:19:40 +0000

Lexus Australia CEO Mr Roca believes that because they tested the Lexus ISC in Australia that it shows how important Australia is to Lexus…?

But a number of other manufacturers do similar testing in Australia – so what makes Lexus so special?

And as for saying that the Lexus IS-C is truly a convertible for Australian Conditions – designed to offer occupants a comfortable and enjoyable ride no matter what the road or climate….
So how is it different to the other Hardtop Caonvertible Cabriolets available on the Australian market? Does its roof retract half of a second quicker that the others?

By: Daniel W

Daniel W — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 09:07:16 +0000

its a bit sad when a Peugeot 308CC looks miles better than a LEXUS lol

one can only hope Nissan hurrys up the introduction of its Infiniti arm

looks much better as a standard sedan!

By: The Salesman

The Salesman — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 07:54:31 +0000

Rich Boy.
Maybe the extra people were on the roof to test its strength? But the real mind bender is, who took the photo?????
I agree on the look of the back. I am surprised that they think that Australia, the skin cancer capitol of the world would buy a Lexus without a roof. Maybe if you drive really fast you wont get sunburnt, would that work?

By: Bavarian Missile (.)(.)

Bavarian Missile (.)(.) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 07:44:05 +0000

Well I glad we can agree on something . Unusual a 2 door isnt as appealing as a four .

Im guessing they will bring a IS-FC after the release of the Coupe to go up against you know what. Speaking of which………

A little birdy has just told me another Lexus review is coming Steve,hold ya hat honey cause I think this is going to be a bumpy ride. Another review on the IS-F……….

By: SteveH

SteveH — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 07:19:45 +0000

Agree BM, there is something about the back end that looks a bit odd but just can’t put my finger on it. May just be the angle of the photos.

By: The Realist

The Realist — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 07:13:18 +0000

Bavarian Missile (.)(.) Says:
June 10th, 2009 at 4:51 pm
“Sorry the rear end and section around the boot where the roof shuts looks wrong !”

I agree – the car looks better as a sedan. Still wouldn’t ever purchase one.

An LS460 on the other hand…

By: Bavarian Missile (.)(.)

Bavarian Missile (.)(.) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 06:51:00 +0000

hahaha Salesy,dont live in the Goldfields anymore but know plenty of test tracks I could have taken this on.

So no bulldust in this hey ? Perhaps they should have done this test on the current 200 series then people wouldnt be complaining about their cabins filling up with dust after a trip to the Pilbra.

Some cars look like they are a dedicated convertible this looks like they have welded up the back doors and cut the roof of it. Sorry the rear end and section around the boot where the roof shuts looks wrong !

By: Shak

Shak — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 06:39:07 +0000

rich boy they always have a couple of other cars in the convoy. i saw these pics b4 with a LS460 driving behind.

By: rich boy

rich boy — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 06:35:06 +0000

How can that much people fit in the Lexus it only has 4 or 5 seats and i don’t see any other car in the pic.

By: RoFlmaTiC

RoFlmaTiC — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 06:21:09 +0000

I think the regular 250 has some odd proportions and for that reason put the A4 higher my pecking order but this car looks pretty hot :o

By: The Salesman

The Salesman — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 06:20:33 +0000

If they were serious about testing the car they would have given one to BM (.)(.) and Wheelnut for a few weeks. I bet the dust sealing and scuttle shake wont last.

By: Mick

Mick — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 05:58:27 +0000

I guess if you want your cars to survive the harshest conditions, then best to develop them in it. Nice work Lexus.