EXCLUSIVE: Only The Spies Bring You The Lexus IS-F Changes For 2009

You know some people have the connections and some just wish they did.

We are lucky enough to have our good friend Deepflanger that keeps us in the loop with all of the updates for Lexus. 

Just how well connected is this guy?  Well he correctly told us about the IS updates well before anyone else and just passed us some dealer's eyes only information on the 2009 IS changes just yeaterday.  So we tend to believe he has a pretty good source on the inside.

So what does he bring us today?

How about the inside scoop on the 2009 IS-F?  Even this brand new performance car from Lexus has a few changes in store for it in 2009.

So check out this exclusive document and let us know if the 2009 IS-F is now on your list.

2009 Lexus IS-F Model Year Changes

komododave - 9/10/2008 4:01:10 PM

+7 Boost

Holy Halibut Batman! They changed some colors and the shape of a couple buttons! What game changers!!!

Really, you greenlit this?

Agent009 - 9/10/2008 4:11:57 PM

-4 Boost

Read deeper my friend

Traction control changes and transmission reprogramming are just a few tidbits. These were big complaints in the past reviews.

sizquik - 9/11/2008 1:24:17 AM

0 Boost

wrong.. it looks more expensive now.

http://tyt.tnpv.net/Image/2008/09/TYT2008090407702_PV.jpg

BMW995 - 9/10/2008 4:28:53 PM

+6 Boost

I don't give a damn about the power window operation.
I want to know what performance upgrades, if any, the car has!

Agent009 - 9/10/2008 4:33:04 PM

0 Boost

other than minor programming you are best to loo elsewhere. This is what Lexus calls minor improvements.

M35MT - 9/11/2008 8:08:01 AM

+2 Boost

^ The f***ing car just came out and you expect an engine overhaul?

Agent009 - 9/11/2008 11:35:19 AM

+2 Boost

No but since we are face lifting. better integration of the air dam and side skirts could have been addressed.

The WALD looks far better.

Carboy - 9/10/2008 5:20:33 PM

+3 Boost

Lol they make the window sound complicated.

EL34 - 9/10/2008 5:25:56 PM

-7 Boost

I like the old buttons better :-(

LexSucks - 9/10/2008 5:30:11 PM

+1 Boost

Has there ever been a limited edition performance car that created any less buzz than the IS-F?

The car is already forgotten about and it hasn't even been out for a complete year. Why does Lexus always have to build also-rans when it comes to performance vehicles?

AMiodynski - 9/11/2008 2:12:21 PM

0 Boost

LexSucks, you are a complete moron !!! Why don't you go suck a tailpipe...

The IS-F has been very sucessful, dispite the economy being in the toilet.

LexSucks - 9/12/2008 9:56:55 AM

0 Boost

Dude,

Its only a car.

Calm Down.

You act as if someone insulted your wife. LOL!
The IS-F is very successfull? You care to back that up with sales numbers fan-boy.

LexSucks - 9/10/2008 5:30:59 PM

0 Boost

That radio looks like the radio from the Camry.

Agent009 - 9/10/2008 5:55:38 PM

+2 Boost

could be

Star - 9/11/2008 9:25:42 AM

0 Boost

homer007,

CRY SOMEWHERE ELSE!!!

Agent009 - 9/11/2008 10:11:59 AM

+2 Boost

Homer007- I own a couple of Japanese car. I can't help it if you don't like the changes. I am mearly a conduit of the information.

You might be better off applying to Lexus as a product engineer if you want more changes.

EvoAudi - 9/10/2008 7:28:43 PM

+8 Boost

Longest article ever written about power windows.

I want my 2 minutes back 009!

bitschaser - 9/10/2008 7:28:58 PM

+8 Boost

I hadn't given much thought to this car but after those buttons change shape I'm straight to the Lexus dealership.

sizquik - 9/11/2008 1:19:57 AM

+1 Boost

Umm, you may wan to post some pics Mr. Reporter.

http://www.lexus.com/lexus-share/images/gallery/models/ISF/photos/interior/g_is-f_int13.jpg

B7FAN - 9/11/2008 8:09:30 AM

+6 Boost

IF ITS NOT ABOUT MODIFYING THAT UGLY BODY THEN THESE CHANGES HAVE NO SIGNIFICANCE TO ME. NO ONE CARES ABOUT HOW THE WINDOWS OPERATE

kpaxx - 9/11/2008 9:12:22 AM

+6 Boost

or just plain ugly! It doesn't even have a nice personality!

AmazonPrinceIS350 - 9/11/2008 10:32:59 AM

-1 Boost

Cars have personalities? I thought only humans can have personalities.

LexSucks - 9/11/2008 10:47:48 AM

+2 Boost

Why am I not surprised that this comment comes from an IS350 owner? LOL!!

markanthony0419 - 9/11/2008 10:37:34 AM

0 Boost

so now its better then the m3 c63 and rs4!!!

markanthony0419 - 9/11/2008 11:14:04 AM

+1 Boost

cant believe i have to write this but i was being very sarcastic in my above post

neelio - 9/11/2008 11:31:59 AM

0 Boost

hm.. weird, my comment was deleted or something.

neelio - 9/11/2008 11:33:00 AM

0 Boost

ah, nevermind. im confusing this pos with the convertible post. MY BAD

bimmer - 9/11/2008 12:24:18 PM

+3 Boost

- real exhaust tips... checked.
- lights for the driver's windows buttons... checked.
- re-engineered console buttons... checked.
- re-engineered console air vents... checked.

Well... finally... now Lexus has an ECU for windows too !! This was the last improvement I was waiting for so I can switch to Lexus. The lights for the window buttons is a nice touch too... I am sold now...!!

Give me a break !!! Add a few thousands for your next car and buy the real thing...

enthusiastx11 - 9/11/2008 7:04:49 PM

+2 Boost

most excited about the new ILLUMINATED power window switch. innovation at work!

S4cabriofoxone - 9/14/2008 10:38:10 PM

+1 Boost

Similarly, I was stoked when the RX350 became available with CHROME doorhandles in 2008!

Willis - 9/11/2008 8:09:11 PM

+1 Boost

Those power windows are so friggin amazing! I wonder what Consumer Reports will say about them!? Most likely the IS-F has the best power windows in its class!

deepwater - 9/12/2008 2:40:02 AM

-1 Boost

Dear Lexus,

the following features needed (to change):
Less weight by 10-15%
LED headlights
Sporty tailgate lamps
Stronger appearance differentiation from IS250/350
Torsen rear differential with lock (Torsen belongs to your mothercompany - Toyota)
Speed depends rear spoiler position like Porsche
...

Kind regards

Deepwater

S4cabriofoxone - 9/14/2008 10:38:43 PM

+1 Boost

"Stronger appearance differentiation from IS250/350"

What more do you want, a wing?