coconut2001

Turn those screws left (like you would any screw), they are not meant to be removed, only loosened. Then the plastic covers should come off (give it a little help if need be)

Mind you one of mine popped off and i lost it.

^^^

And we have an expert in lighting =P

I just say it as I see it :P

Can't complain with $35 though, that's cheaper than getting new sets of halogen globes plus its slim.

Cool. I bought one off Ebay yesterday for $140. It's being shipped from the US :D

Gotta love aus -> us rates

You're looking at the 55w slim right?

IMO prices are steep

yeah 55w professional.

Yeah i think they are steep but given that they use branded components (ie phillips), maybe it's worth? Hmmm....

I wonder if it is confirmed to be phillips components?

I think it's just the bulb, best to check.

55w as said earlier would be too bright.. mines 35w and really bright. Also would help with the life of the bulb.

$350?! just get a set on ebay for $100 and install urself, no need for front bumper removal at all

I hope I don't get crucified for this one, but I admit that I'm guilty for getting my kit (shipped as well) for $35 off ebay =P

Installed within a few hours (yes, I take my time).

So far, so good. Love the colour. It's not the overdone purple (which, by the way, looks fantastic on pearl white IS250s), but just the very neutral white colour, only to complement its elegant looks.

I've got a 35 off ebay as well, supposedly 4300k looks like 6000k when turned on, takes awhile (read: ages) to adjust and light cut off is bad.

The one I have in my car was $110 and colour accuracy when turned on is good, no issues with dispersion or light cut off.

the new unit looks much more tidier

You're looking at the 55w slim right?

IMO prices are steep

Oh yeh I was supposed to road test it for Michael, here goes:

I got it installed by a mechanic/electrician as I lacked the tools(It cost me $150)required was soldering iron, screwdriver (pop the panels), wire strippers/crimpers (or in my case razor), stanley knife (remove existing tape), ratchet, electrical tape and double sided tape

The unit felt sturdy and solid although the epoxy used to seal the wires seemed tacky.

I am not too sure the material of the wire but it definitely was not copper like those used in the Lexus.

The actual installation went without a hitch, it took an hour and a half to complete. This included going through the installation manual as well as making sure everything worked throughout the process.

Taking out the panels was easy and self explainatory. (screwdriver, ratchet) Have to remove courtesy light connector as well as door lock mechanism (don't think instruction mentioned that)

In our models, the connector is white and not the black one used overseas.

I put the control box in a little pocket just right next to where the power window switch is located (double sided tape used)

So far few weeks in and works good.

lol x250x from considering/ not wanting to get the intake, then getting it

wasn't planning on going on the dyno

then topped the group

the fiveaxis project looks better than the actual gs f sport.

Lexus returns in its fifth year to the 2011 SEMA Show with another extraordinary collection of exciting custom build cars. This year, celebrating its launch of the all-new GS 350, Lexus will reveal and feature the all-new GS 350 with F SPORT Package. Lexus will feature nine dynamic vehicles at its exhibit:

• GS 350 with F SPORT Package by Lexus

• Project GS F SPORT by Five Axis

• CT 200h F SPORT Special Edition by Lexus

• CT 200h by Five Axis

• IS 350 with F SPORT Package by Lexus

• IS 250C with F SPORT Package by Lexus

• IS F by Lexus

• IS 350C by VIP Auto Salon

• LX 570 by JT Grey Racing

More info at source

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peter pic of car!

looks alright, pretty mean

Lexus Gs350 F Sport

Lexus has released new images and details for its upcoming 2012 GS 350 F Sport variant, following an unexpected unveiling at the Johannesburg Motor Show earlier this month.

Officially, the handling- and style-focused GS F Sport will make its global debut at next month's SEMA show in Las Vegas, while an Australian unveiling for the new GS range will occur simultaneously in Melbourne.

The GS F Sport picks up a few more of the LF-Gh concept's styling cues, including a tougher front and rear bumper design, the "spindle" grille pattern and a boot-lid lip.

At each corner are 19-inch alloy wheels wearing 235/40/19 tyres up front and fat 265/35/19 rubber at the back. Lexus has also tweaked the F Sport's suspension package, recalibrating the Adaptive Variable Suspension system.

A new 'Lexus Dynamic Handling' pack can also be optioned, adding four-wheel-steering that utilises an advanced monitoring system for speed, yaw, steering and lateral g-forces.

In the cabin, the GS 350 F Sport gets 16-way power-adjustable sport seats, including controls for bolster position, thigh support, seatback and lumbar support.

Aluminium highlights feature through the cabin, along with perforated leather trim, a black headliner and F Sport badging and embroidery.

The F Sport variant will be offered in Riviera red, Liquid platinum, Starfire pearl, Nebula grey and Obsidian black.

Propelled by the same 233kW 3.5 litre V6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission driving the regular GS 350, the F Sport promises a 0-100km/h time of 5.7 seconds.

lol took me awhile but i got it

thats dumb

assuming you take your car to lexus then that wouldn't be an issue.

i took it to a local to get it replaced, and they put in crappy ones which was the problem.

Well once i had my pads replaced and it made that noise, so the mechanic changed them to 'premium' pads and noise stopped. mind you it was an is200

hey if you guys go ahead with the meet, let me know by phone. I'm free after 6pm.

or pm me i'll get it on gmail

Oh no!

Don't forget to tell your insurer that his side window also shattered and rained glass shards all over your bonnet :) Just kidding ...

Lol nice one!

I got my side mirror repaired and got my panels buffed, its pretty good now. just a few visible scratches

yeah i got it from ebay

BTW some guy swerved into my lane when I was driving and scraped the side of my car and my side mirror got screwed. (his fell off)

when I signaled him to turn left into a driveway, he from behind sped off. I did a uturn to get back to the road try to find him but he was gone.

I didn't get his no. plate.

gona be $$ to repair...

sorry for off topic but i'm so cut atm.

Surprisingly it is smooth and the ride is not harsh at all. In fact it still feels soft

When I read others post it seemed like the change would be really drastic but imo it's not.

Chris drove it abit so he could tell u more.

before:

after:

tein stech

A good read about the lfa (not really a first drive per se)

http://www.carsales.com.au/reviews/2011/prestige-and-luxury/lexus/lfa/lexus-lfa-first-drive-26364