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Originally Posted by W///
Not necessarily. I'm also a Toyota/Lexus fan when it comes to DD's, but the performance gap compared to your M550i would be HUGE. I found that aspect of the LC500 a little underwhelming if I'm honest, it's gorgeous but no faster than my E92 M3. At that price point, I'd want that, but I do understand that seeing an NAV8 in this day and age is special.
I wonder how they'll price this IS500. If it's in the 50s, that might be one hell of a bargain for what you're getting.
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I'd think $57-60k starting, top out at $70k to $75k. It'll come well equipped as is, with CF optional bits like the roof, spoiler, etc (like the LC500). Lexus tends not to nickel and dime you for premium options.
Maybe a levinson audio option.
I think it'll undercut the m3 by $10-15k.
Smart if they price it this way. Fills that middle price point between $60k and $75k.
For reference a RC350 F sport is $50k starting; $58k w/ handling pack, and upgraded options
RCF is $67k starting $78k with extras
IS350 F sport is $42k starting, add the handling pack, audio upgrade, headlight upgrade, it'll top out at $55k.
Is500 will prob start at $15k more than IS350 and it comes with handling pack, LSD. So very competitively priced.