Good Bye SY Lexus is300 =( , hello fx? =) which color and year shall i choose?

nyFX

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Hello IS forum members, this forum is kinda hilarious coming from a previous "IS"300 driver. But anyway....

First of all, I want to thank this forum for expanding my research on contemplating whether my next baby is going to be an FX or not. The Garage section mos def gave the final blow in what a beast these cars can become.

My story is ... one sunday night, after shooting some hoots and kicking ass! I was coming out of my church parking lot and as im creeping out the driveway ( waiting for cars to clear so i can turn onto the street) , an SUV loses control of the car , climbs onto the sidewalk, and SMASH! :mad.::mad.::mad.: into the driver's side (me) going roughly 35 mph.

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This MOFO not only totaled my bumblebee but also fucked up my body. So as I am recovering from multiple surgeries and physical therapy, I am waiting on this fat check coming soon =) muhahahaha.

Even though I am a die hard lexus is300 fan , 2JZ FTW <333, I need something more practical of my environment and sporty at the same time.

I was thinking of getting an SUV/Jeep because NYC winter BLOWS the BIGGEST COCK there ever is, cars on my block are creative in making their own parking spots lol. Well after looking at Grand Cherokee SRT, MDX, RDX, Range Rover Sport, and X5, I wasn't really satisfied, so i looked into the FX and HELLOO! After my first test drive, I just fell in love.

So, which year from the first gen has the least amounts of problems and which color should i choose? I was thinking about going White FX , blacked out, with red accents. hmmmm. what do ya'll think?
 

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hmmmmm good question I say 07 as it seems the 06 are having a cold start issue, which I am sure is coincidence, but as far as first gen I would go with the 06-08 as there were little tweaks to the interior and exterior. Are thinking 35 or 45? unless you have the mod bug as I can tell from your IS300, if you are interested in engine mods the 35's are more mod friendly but it you dont feel like messing with the engine then I say go for the 45 not that much of a gas difference and all of the 45 comes with awd. good luck I am not sure on color because I think all the colors are great its just ones preference.
 
:frown: sorry to hear about what happened! i hope for a fast recovery for you! but thats NYC for ya! some crazy drivers out there! ..

i have an '05, black exterior, with brick/black interior and im happy with it! All these snow storms we've been havin didnt bother me at all! :smile (2):

white is a great choice! i would if i were you! .. have a look at what some of the guys here have n the mods they have done, maybe that could help you narrow down your options..

and welcome to the scene! :tup:
 
welcome welcome

bklyn john has a sweet white FX, black rims, and red time attack. Check out his album for some inspiration
 
Welcome to :iS:

Agree the 06-08 is the way to go. Color is totally preference but I'm partial to Laser Red, of course. Unfortunately this color was only produced in 03 and 04.

Hit up my garage for red pix and good luck with your search and purchase.
 
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My vote is for 06-08 FX45 in white, unless you want to spend +/-$15K on a FI kit, then you'd be better off with an FX35.
 

LOL!!!!!!!!!!!! that's fuckin awesome but i must escape that color, I had some bad experiences with that color, I even think it's a curse. I had so many hit and runs without even a sorry note =(. It's the price i pay for living in NY.

and the people that said get the 09+, is 09 really that much better? reasons? , because no offense but honestly I think the 1st gen looks a lot better than the 2nd gen =X
 

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and the people that said get the 09+, is 09 really that much better? reasons? , because no offense but honestly I think the 1st gen looks a lot better than the 2nd gen =X

Styling aside (I agree that the 1st gen is the better design) the 2nd gens are faster, have more technology (lane assist, i-cruise control, etc...), and will probably have less miles on average. They will also still be covered by the original warranty.
 
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