Well, it seems you nailed it..When I drive the F on the Highway gradually hitting 55-80 MPH without sport mode on and paddle shifters it gets quieter keeping it under 3000 RPM..Then when I pumped and hitting 3500RPM and up obviously the Beast roars..Even then only thing I hear is engine sound nothing else at all..I'm sure some of the guys here who has taken it to the tracks hopefully will respond..In my opinion your call on M3 or the F..If you plan on something overall get the M3 or if you want a straight out drag racer, stick with the F..
Question on the comfort and noise level
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I will have to respectfully disagree with this statement.
The M3 is a better car on the track, but only in the hands of an experienced driver. As a Daily driver, the M3 is not that great.
The IS-F on the other hand is a superb daily driver, and will also hold it's own on the track. It is very comfortable, and very quiet...until you stomp on the gas and it turns into a beast.
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I agree with A03 about how the F seems to get a little quieter as the speed increases under 3000RPMS. I'm sure you know about the dual intake system on the F and so when you punch it on the freeway to get up to 80 (which doesn't take long ) the intake opens and the car screams
I am constantly impressed by how smooth and quiet the F is at higher speeds When I purchased the car, the dealer said that as you go faster and faster, the smoother and quieter it gets, I think this is true
Good luck with your decision and let us know if you have any other questions!
I agree with A03 about how the F seems to get a little quieter as the speed increases under 3000RPMS. I'm sure you know about the dual intake system on the F and so when you punch it on the freeway to get up to 80 (which doesn't take long
) the intake opens and the car screams I am constantly impressed by how smooth and quiet the F is at higher speeds
When I purchased the car, the dealer said that as you go faster and faster, the smoother and quieter it gets, I think this is trueGood luck with your decision and let us know if you have any other questions!
Take one for a test drive to see for yourself.Even though it's fast and sounds like an animal when pushed it's still a LEXUS.
I have a rattling coming from the driver side seat belt assembly right by my left ear. It is annoying and sounds like something is broken or loose inside the slider assembly. Not what I expected from a Lexus
"have a rattling coming from the driver side seat belt assembly right by my left ear. It is annoying and sounds like something is broken or loose inside the slider assembly. Not what I expected from a Lexus"
Take it to the dealer you bought from and do what most people do....bitch and complain and cry and maybe they'll give you something for free.
Take it to the dealer you bought from and do what most people do....bitch and complain and cry and maybe they'll give you something for free.
No car company makes 100% perfect cars, it's just that some make better ones than others. The IS-F is a great daily driver, I have a demo that I drive and it has a firm ride, but not jarring, the acceleration is sweet, plus on highway jaunts it is a comfortable and quiet cruiser. I have driven this car several times on a track and that is where it really shines as a performance beast. Having the voice activated touch screen navigation, the Mark Levinson audio, the smart key, and superior leather make this car a very nice environment to be in when not smoking the guy next to you. Given the reputation for quality, and service you will enjoy this car immensley.
I agree with you on this point, the M3 sedan isn't good looking at all, the coupe though, better looking. I had a little fun with one the other day
Let us know what you decide and how it goes
Actually there are several factors on M3 or Beemers in general..I will have to respectfully disagree with this statement.
The M3 is a better car on the track, but only in the hands of an experienced driver. As a Daily driver, the M3 is not that great.
The IS-F on the other hand is a superb daily driver, and will also hold it's own on the track. It is very comfortable, and very quiet...until you stomp on the gas and it turns into a beast.
1.High Maintenance
2.Reliability Issue
3.Preference
As a F owner I think M3 is Really nice car..I mean yeah, on the track odds are the driver needs to pretty skilled I suppose but every mag seems think that M3 is clearly a better car although there is a debate on who's better..
I guess I'm just speaking clearly for the person who started this thread since he/she drives stick..Overall stick.manual seems dominate better than paddle shifters..
They're both excellent (M3 & 'F') but the F is less expensive and some say a smoother ride with a little more accent on luxury.
I say the F is a great performer with a 'stout' ride, which you expect with this level of performance.
No doubt M3 owners feel the same about their gems.
Try 'em both......I say you'll be more impressed with the 'F'.
As far as comparing it to your Dad's ride......well the Bimmer is a different ride with different purpose.
You have to decide what's more important to you: Luxury with reasonable performance in the 535, or exhilliarating performance with luxury to boot in the Lex.
Whichever one you choose, you'll get a great ride.....For me, I'd spend less and get the Lex.
and either will be a giant leap forward from the Toy.
C.
Why is it that every other thread started in here gets off topic and ultimately ends up comparing the IS-F to the new M3? I would love to see just for once that the administrators in this forum would do their jobs and go off topic with this stuff.
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