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altezza
11-06-2003, 06:13 AM
Lexus IS 430 Project
(all pics are in 1024x768 resolution)

Picture 1 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-01-is430project.jpg)
Picture 2 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-03-is430project.jpg)
Picture 3 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-05-is430project.jpg)
Picture 4 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-06-is430project.jpg)
Picture 5 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-08-is430project.jpg)
Picture 6 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-09-is430project.jpg)
Picture 7 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-11-is430project.jpg)
Picture 8 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-13-is430project.jpg)
Picture 9 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-14-is430project.jpg)
Picture 10 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-17-is430project.jpg)
Picture 11 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-18-is430project.jpg)
Picture 12 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-19-is430project.jpg)
Picture 13 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-20-is430project.jpg)
Picture 14 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-21-is430project.jpg)

Toyota Corolla XRS (uses the celica's engine)

Picture 1 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-02_corolla_xrs.jpg)
Picture 2 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-03_corolla_xrs.jpg)
Picture 3 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-04_corolla_xrs.jpg)
Picture 4 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-05_corolla_xrs_badge.jpg)
Picture 5 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-06_corolla_xrs_wheel.jpg)
Picture 6 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-07_corolla_xrs_gauges.jpg)
Picture 7 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-08_corolla_xrs_seats.jpg)
Picture 8 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-09_corolla_xrs_shifter.jpg)
Picture 9 (http://www.uploadit.org/files2/061103-10_corolla_xrs_engine.jpg)

stradale
11-06-2003, 12:03 PM
I'm sorry, I don't like them at all. The IS200/300 is a great car IMO and I'd fancy it with a 430 V8 engine, unless it's looking like that. Toyota doesn't actually believe that people who have enough cash to buy an IS with a big engine want a car that looks like it belongs in 2 fast 2 furious fantasy land, does it? The two tone colour is hideous and so are the wheels.

The Corolla doesn't even look remotely attractive to me. Apparently the engine isn't up to much either if the maximum speed (on the gauge!) isn't higher than 110 mph... That's pathetic!

Johns
11-06-2003, 01:39 PM
i love the lexus IS pics, great quality and nice big size, thanks altezza.

where did you get them?

initiala4
11-06-2003, 02:40 PM
Those wheels on those cars looks ugly....heck TRD IS300 looks better than that :roll:

altezza
11-06-2003, 04:36 PM
i love the lexus IS pics, great quality and nice big size, thanks altezza.

where did you get them?

no problem, u're very welcome!
i got them from pressroom.toyota.com

hemi_fan
11-06-2003, 04:45 PM
That IS looks amazing. I love its powertrian V8, FWD and its really not that big of a car so im sure it will be able to get some serious acceleration and 1/4 mile times. As for the corolla, Its a total sleeper IMO, but the celica engine isnt that great of an engine if u ask me so I dont think too many people would buy it.

Johns
11-07-2003, 01:20 AM
i love the lexus IS pics, great quality and nice big size, thanks altezza.

where did you get them?

no problem, u're very welcome!
i got them from pressroom.toyota.com

i cant see the big resolution pics without the password, are you a member of the press? can i use ur password?

altezza
11-07-2003, 01:35 AM
i just use my friend's password and he told me not to give it out to other ppl, sorry about that~
which pics are u looking for, maybe i can post them here

blah
11-07-2003, 10:33 AM
Naw i dont like those cars.

Johns
11-07-2003, 01:45 PM
actually i took a look and their are alot of pics i want. i really really want those press pics, no other website carries some that i saw. if i can get his password and use it for one day, i have a cable modem and will only need one day to get the pics, then the next day he can change his password and everything will work out fine. how about that?

altezza
11-07-2003, 04:09 PM
seems like either the "change password' function of that website isn't working at the moment or maybe he has to ask the webmaster at Toyota to change it for him :(
so i guess u can just tell me the models and i can post them out or upload it to ur FTP or send them to u thru icq if you want

PaulGT2164
11-08-2003, 01:25 AM
its a concept car, so obviously the paint scheme will be odd to draw attention, and the IS300 its based on is RWD hemi_fan =) considering how smooth the toyota/lexus 4.3 v8 is i bet that car is a blast to drive, and the corolla with the celica engine is cool cause then people not wanting the impracticality of a two door but want to have more fun in four doors for the cheap price of a corolla is a good idea, its interesting just show toyota is one of the few large volume car manufacturers that are listening and paying attention to customers and current trends, they are having to boost production of the Scion xB and its for sale only in CA here in the states....

blah
11-08-2003, 04:48 AM
its a concept car, so obviously the paint scheme will be odd to draw attention, and the IS300 its based on is RWD hemi_fan =) considering how smooth the toyota/lexus 4.3 v8 is i bet that car is a blast to drive, and the corolla with the celica engine is cool cause then people not wanting the impracticality of a two door but want to have more fun in four doors for the cheap price of a corolla is a good idea, its interesting just show toyota is one of the few large volume car manufacturers that are listening and paying attention to customers and current trends, they are having to boost production of the Scion xB and its for sale only in CA here in the states....

Toyota is listning, thats why the launched the POS Scions right? With their Awesome Tweeter sound system. :roll: Toyotas just trying to make a quick buck, off the Fast and Furious Generation. Any car with a X in it must make it go faster.

twboy1999
11-08-2003, 12:08 PM
is 430 seems pretty sick,, but i dunno why the painted teh body with 2 color... anyone know the specs?? probabaly faster then the e46M3, but wait till the next m3/m4 out,, it will RULEEE ALLL

and what sup with all these manufacture using brembo brake.. they r freaking like everywhere now

btw i hate teh rims on the is430...really ugly

PaulGT2164
11-08-2003, 12:29 PM
well the scion may not be what me and you like, but face it a car that can seat 4 or 5 people is customizable, cheap on insurance, and less than 15 grand, thats perfect for a first car or a car for someone who needs something practical, plus its a toyota, so its reliable and a good car. just cause its a box, and its trendy, and its slow doesnt mean its bad. and the fact its widly popular in japan and has a aftermarket following is helping it along. may be a POS in your eyes, but for the people who buy them they are good reliable cheap transportation that can be customized to their liking its about the best thing you can get for the money, that and i hear its a blast to drive.