^ Bentley/Maybach fighter = LS series arriving soon. =)

Weight issues = even more reasoning for it to be a coupe.
Power without the proper balance/control is no better and perhaps worse than our "typical" domestics...

 

You honestly think a LS can measure up to a Maybach or a Phantom or an Arnage (Actually, I don't know if those are even nice, but I assume they are)?

 

Little off topic but wtv.

It could, but anything can happen. People been talking about if Toyota/Lexus does go that root, they should have another brand doing that part of the industry. Which would seem logical, but wtv. I wouldnt mind seeing a $150,000+ Lexus competiting against a Bentley Continental Flying Spur or what not

 

^ I imagine LS Series will hold its own, specially for the value throughout the long haul.
I bet, people that can afford these cars probably don't care too much for durability, but if given a scenerio of only one car to last for lets say 10 years, which would you rather be driving?
Adding to that, from what I've heard its a pretty solid car.

Another brand for Toyota ELITES isn't a bad idea. Every car in that brand would be $100K+ and hand made

 

Very true. Most people who buy those higher end cars truelly dont care. They probably use the car for a year and try and sell it. Thing with those higher end cars, they lose so much value in one year its discusting.

Hopefully Lexus sticks with building very durable cars, might be able to change people minds about higher end luxury sedans.

Newho... waits for Paris Auto Show... ____ I cant wait anymore

 

Anywho... we're getting WAAY off topic here..
From "some" comments, it's starting to sound more and more like they should just redesign the 500 instead of dumping it in the IS chassis (due to the weight/balance issues).. However, that is why Toyota has R&D. And actually from what I recall, when the did the IS300 (first gen) to 400 conversion, it was actually lighter in the end.

 

You'd have to be crazy to even suggest that the LS is in the same league as a Maybach or Bentley. While it is a nice car, it is nowhere near the luxury of a Maybach or Bentley.

 

*crosses fingers* still like 45 days until the Paris Auto Show... argh

 

have you been in all 3?
so are you straight speculating?

or are you basing it on brand name/title...???

 

I am speculating. Seeing as how a LS is a $70k car and a Maybach/Bentley is upwards of $350k, I would say it is a safe speculation.

 

yeah... thats true...
but im sure the LS is nice as hell..
it may not be "as nice" as a 350k car..
but i bet it's a hell of a lot
better than lets say a 7series or a A8

 

I'm not sure why every mention of a Toyota vehicle suddenly makes it awesome. I love Toyota, but come on now guys. What they do best, and what they'll always do, never involves high performance. It's in quality, value, and an overall well balanced package deal.

 

^ Incase you haven't been informed, Toyota is evolving and their turn in the winners circle is around the corner (which we're hoping they bring to some of their production vehicles).

 

The VW Phaeton is nicer than both of those cars as well, but that doesn't make it a Bentley fighter....even though it is made on the same assembly line as the Continental GT and CFS.

 

where the moderator... must move over god knows how much of this to the LS section

 

%$#^#*$%&@$ I SWEAR SCIONLIFE HAS THE WORST SEARCH ENGINE EVER. (typed "LS" into search and it can't find ANYTHING)

Anyhow, here's a portion of a LS thread: https://www.scionlife.com/forums/vie...465007#1465007

 

dont forget about the Audi RS4 that car is a beast

 

Yep. The Audi RS4 sure is a beast. That huge gaping opening (or what looks like an opening) on the front looks like it is going to swallow you alive!

 

It wouldn't be wise to discount Toyota's performance mind. The Celica was overpriced for what it was but it could outhandle a stock RSX. Toyota has already proven it can make some good power. If they tune the new car like they tuned the Celica, all will be good.

But then again, I wouldn't get my hopes up as the trend shows that power is more on Toyota's mind than handling.

 

Holy ____ it looks sweet.


____ I need more tissues...