Once again Lexus is headed to the 2008 SEMA with guns packing. This year the focus continues to be the Lexus IS-F. Four lucky tuners were chosen mid summer by Lexus corporate to build and improve the already scary IS-F platform. What I can tell you is each four companies built incredible examples of what could be done under a budget and some homework. Companies that stepped in to help with the build include RAYS Engineering that donated several sets of the latest and great from the Volk Racing garage.
Tein, Bride, Greddy, Seibon and many others came in huge to help along the build. One of the ISF has a custom Greddy supercharger bolted to run 8 psi. Others include aero parts from Troy at 5 axis.
Overall, I am most impressed with what the aftermarket industry is beginning to offer this chassis. Since the IS-F is already the top of the line 2nd gen IS platform, one would think there could be little to do to this already powerful 400+ hp car.Good job tuners for hitting your deadline and finishing your Lexus Corporate projects.
Those that will not make it to SEMA, here is a sneak peek.
**Notice the 5th car in this list. That is the F Sport offered direct through any Lexus dealership or parts department. Notice the change in rear taillights and the final released F Sport Aero kit. HOT!
Lexus is making a statement and surely, BMW and Mercedes has been caught off guard.
All photos by the talented Scott Dukes
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