2013 Lexus LS F SPORT Body Kit by Skipper Design
Japanese tuner Skipper Design has released some mods for the 2013 Lexus LS, starting with this front lip spoiler.
Kevin · January 18th, 2013
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Artisan Spirits Releases Teaser of New Lexus LS Body Kit
Japanese tuner Artisan Spirits will be bringing a customized 2013 Lexus LS to the Tokyo Auto Salon this year.
Kevin · December 11th, 2012
Lexus GS Body Kit by Skipper Design
Japanese tuner Skipper has released some mods for the 2013 Lexus GS, starting with a front lip spoiler available in exposed carbon fiber or body-color-matching.
Kevin · December 6th, 2012
Lexus LS-Based TMG TS 650 Revealed!
The long-rumored Toyota Motorsports TMG Sports 650 concept has been revealed prior to its debut at the Essen Motor Show this week.
Kevin · November 27th, 2012
Matte Black Bison Lexus CT 200h by Wald International
Japanese tuner Wald International has released new photos of their Lexus CT 200h Black Bison body kit in matte black.
Kevin · November 13th, 2012
Interview with Project Lexus LS Designer Troy Sumitomo
While at SEMA last week, I had a chance to interview Five Axis chief Troy Sumitomo to discuss his Project LS show car on display in the Lexus tent.
Kevin · November 4th, 2012
Slammed Lexus GS with Air Suspension
This slammed fourth-generation Lexus GS F SPORT is pure bonkers.
Kevin · July 17th, 2012
LX Mode Releases Lexus GS Accessories
Bedazzle your Lexus GS interior with these new accessories from Japanese tuner LX Mode.
Kevin · July 13th, 2012
Skipper Releases Front Lip Spoiler for Lexus GS F Sport
Japanese tuner Skipper has released a new front lip spoiler for the Lexus GS F SPORT.
Kevin · June 26th, 2012
New Project Lexus GS F Sport Photos
The Project GS F Sport from Five Axis was on display this past weekend at MFest in Las Vegas, and my good friend Flipside909 was on hand to snap some photos.
Kevin · April 25th, 2012
Starfire Pearl Lexus GS on 20″ ISS Forged Spyders
ISS Forged has just released some photos of the fourth generation Lexus GS with their 20″ Forged Spyders wheels.
Kevin · April 2nd, 2012
Lexus LFA on Vossen CV3 Wheels
Mike over at Vossen Wheels sent me this photo of Lexus USA’s prototype yellow LFA sitting on some 20″ Concave Vossen CV3 wheels.
Kevin · January 23rd, 2012
Lexus to Debut SEMA Cars from Five Axis & VIP Auto Salon
SEMA starts next Tuesday in Las Vegas, and as part of the tradeshow, Lexus USA will be debuting the 2013 GS 350 F-Sport along with show cars from Five Axis & VIP Auto Salon.
Kevin · October 24th, 2011
Crazy Toyota Aurion/Lexus LS Mutant Mashup
I can barely believe this Toyota Aurion/Lexus LS mod mashup.
Kevin · October 21st, 2011
Lexus LS 460 on 22″ Phantom Forged Wheels
Check out this Neckbreakr photoshoot of a Lexus LS 460 sitting on a set of 22" Phantom Forged wheels.
Kevin · June 28th, 2011
Slammed 2004 Lexus GS 300
Owned by Club Lexus member Anthony, this GS is sporting Varrstoen ES 1.1.2 wheels, with the crazy low drop provided by Megan LP Coilovers with custom front RCA’s. The final touch is the Toyota TTE Front Lip -- a subtle touch that brings the whole thing together. Great build.
Kevin · June 20th, 2011
Lexus IS on Vossen VVS-CV3 Wheels
Check out these photos of a Lexus IS decked out in a set of Vossen VVS-CV3 wheels.
Kevin · May 25th, 2011
Wald International Lexus LX 570 Black Bison Edition
While on the topic of Wald International body kits, the Japanese tuner has released a Sports Line Black Bison package for the Lexus LX 570 — here’s the full gallery: Have to give Wald some credit for coming up with a style and sticking with it, but this gives the ASI Invader some competition as …
Kevin · April 28th, 2011
Matte Black Lexus IS F From Russia
This video of a matte black Lexus IS-F from Russia is a must-watch, if only for the video quality (though I do recommend turning the sound off if you’re watching at work or easily offended): Although I’ve never been a huge fan of the Wald Black Bison kit, the look is toned down considerably by …
Kevin · April 27th, 2011
Kazama Auto’s 2JZ Lexus IS
Speaking of matte black Lexus IS 350s, here’s a great Speedhunters feature on a two-tone IS built by Kazama Auto that’s out-of-this-world: It’s not just the exterior that’s been remade, but the entire car from top to bottom. Check out this engine setup: That’s a 2JZ-GTE Supra engine pumping out 620hp and mated to a …
Kevin · March 30th, 2011
Lexus Magazine Interview with VIP Auto Salon’s Clark Ishihara
One of the people I had a chance to spend some time with during my trip to California was Clark Ishihara, president of VIP Auto Salon and the main force behind show cars like the Macadamia LS 600hL at last year’s SEMA — reminded me of this Lexus Magazine interview with Clark about his company’s …
Kevin · March 23rd, 2011
Flickr Find: Gold-Plated Lexus GS
We’ve seen gold plated Lexus coming out of the Middle East before, but both have been LX 570s — as a change, here’s a super-shiny GS, courtesy of Flickr user Prince M: I don’t know that I’ll ever understand metallic paints on any regular production car, but you have to give this owner credit for …
Kevin · March 4th, 2011
Candy Paint Lexus ES 300
Time to turn your speakers off and check out the sweetest Lexus ES 300 you’ll see today: That has to be the most literal interpretation of candy paint that I’ve ever seen. (Apparently, dressing your car like a Jolly Rancher can lead to police trouble.)
Kevin · February 25th, 2011
2012 Lexus GS Photochops
An as-yet-unknown Japanese magazine has put together their rendition of the fourth-generation Lexus GS: While it may be a modified version of this CT 200h photo and a poor photochop all round, I’ll give it some points on the clever headlights. Also included was an attempt at the GS F: Again, it’s another riff on …
Kevin · February 18th, 2011
Lexus LS 460/600hL Replacement Grille by Wald
Here’s something interesting that I came across on the Wald website last week while looking at their new LS Sports Line Black Bison body kit — the Japanese tuner is also offering a LS replacement grille: I’ve been driving a LS 600hL for the last week, and have to say, this replacement grille would be …
Kevin · February 14th, 2011
Live Photos of the Lexus Project CT by Five Axis
Today was the first press day at the Chicago Auto Show, which means our first live look at the Lexus Project CT by Five Axis — here are some photos from Autoblog: I’m not sure that the photos really do the car any justice, but when you compare it with the previous Project GS & …
Kevin · February 9th, 2011
Lexus & Five Axis Team Up for Project CT Show Car
Just in time for the Chicago Auto Show, Lexus has once again teamed up with Five Axis to produce a concept car — this time based on the CT 200h. Here’s a teaser sketch released today (which I’ve made to fit wallpaper size): Select Resolution: 1920×1080 | 1680×1050 | 1440×900 | 1280×1024 | 1280×800 | …
Kevin · February 1st, 2011
Lexus CT 200h Modellista Body Kit
More news about the Japanese launch of the Lexus CT 200h — Japanese buyers will have the option of purchasing a Modellista body kit right from their dealership — here’s some detail shots of the front lip, the side-skirts and the rear diffuser with a reconfigured exhaust: If I’m reading the price list (PDF link) …
Kevin · January 13th, 2011
Lexus LS Sport by Platinum Motorsports
Check out this done-up Lexus LS 460 Sport by Platinum Motorsports: Even though I’m a big fan of the 19″ LS Sport wheels, these 22″ Agetro W150 rims don’t look out of place — pretty clean look with the Wald aero kit. [Source: Via: Club Lexus]
Kevin · December 22nd, 2010
Matte White Lexus IS-F
These Matte White Lexus IS-F photos from Import Bible are the next instalment of my unofficial Vinyl Wrap week: Matte white is funny — white is hardly the most reflective paint color to begin with, but that extra opacity just gives the surface a subtle boost that I really like. (Thanks for the idea, Mark!)
Kevin · December 10th, 2010
Camouflaged Lexus RX 450h
Continuing on with the matte vinyl car wraps from yesterday, here’s a Lexus RX 450h camo’ed up especially for the UK Special Forces: The company responsible is Creative FX, who also put together a very detailed video converting a Ferrari F430 from red to matte black. [Source: Creative FX & Flickr]
Kevin · December 8th, 2010
Fox Marketing Preparing Lexus LS 600hL for SEMA
After their stellar Lexus IS-C custom in 2009, Fox Marketing will be going big for SEMA this year with the LS 600hL — here’s some photos of the work-in-progress: So far, the Artisan Spirits body kit has been installed, and there’s a plan for custom brakes — can’t wait to see where this goes. [Source: …
Kevin · September 20th, 2010
All Pink Lexus LS 460L
While we’re on the topic of Lexus LS 460s with crazy paint jobs, here’s an absolutely unreal pink LS from Florida Memphis that takes it to a whole other level: Words fail me — be sure to check out the rest of photos on Club Lexus for the full effect.
Kevin · August 20th, 2010
Swift CC Lexus GS
I remember posting this super-modified Lexus GS at some point, but something this wild deserves a second viewing: Pretty sure that if I saw this in real life, my head would spontaneously explode — that is if the speakers didn’t do the job first.
Kevin · July 28th, 2010
VIP Lexus LS & GS Together
Been going through a lot of old files lately, and I stumbled on this brilliant photo of a VIP’d Lexus LS & GS prowling the streets together: This has to be one of my all-time favorite Lexus shots, I wish I knew who took the shot and where it came from. Has anyone seen it …
Kevin · July 28th, 2010
The General Lee(xus)
I’m pretty sure no one ever expected to see a Lexus LS 400 painted up like this: This is the General Lee(xus), and it has quite an interesting story — turns out this old LS is an entry into Bangers4BEN, a charity event in the UK for “helping the automotive and related industries provide care and support for …
Kevin · July 22nd, 2010
Lexus Takes Top Three Spots in Super GT GT500 Class
Missed this story last week, but Lexus took the top three spots in Round 3 of the 2010 Super GT series — from Road & Track: The GT500 class winner was the pole-starting MJ Kraft SC430 driven by Hiroaki Ishiura and Kazuya Oshima, who never lost the lead throughout the race. Joining them on the podium …
Kevin · May 10th, 2010
Lexus LX 570 Invader by ASI Tuning
Japanese tuner ASI has cut loose and created the craziest Lexus LX 570 you’ll ever see: Dubbed the ASI LX 570 Invader, ASI has tuned the LX to push out 600hp, which equals a 0-60mph in less than 5 seconds (the stock LX 570 need 7.4 seconds). Of course, there’s more obvious changes — the …
Kevin · May 6th, 2010
Official Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package Details
Lexus has official announced the Nürburgring package for the LFA, bringing an even deeper performance focus to the upcoming supercar. The package includes: A larger front spoiler, fin-type side spoilers and a fixed rear wing Maximum power is upgraded 9.8hp/10PS, which helps the LFA maintain its 3.7s 0-100km time and maximum speed of 325km/h even …
Kevin · March 26th, 2010
Photos from the Miami Lexus Mega Meet
You may remember mention of the Lexus Mega Meet that happened last month in Florida—well, Eric Ho of PS Photos was there and ended up taking hundreds of photos and posting them to Flickr. Here’s just a small sample: Love this photo with every Lexus GS generation: From all accounts, the Mega Meet was a …
Kevin · February 22nd, 2010
Jayson Pizarro’s LS1 Powered Lexus GS
Great story in Modified Magazine about Jayson Pizarro and his heavily modified LS1-powered Lexus GS 300—absolutely no compromises in this build, and it shows down to every detail. One of the complete custom 2GS’ I’ve ever seen. Read this Story
Kevin · February 10th, 2010
Lexus Japan RX 350 & RX 450h Special Options
Lexus Japan is offering a two unique customization options for the Lexus RX 350 & RX 450h, starting with this aggressive under-spoiler: Hard to judge with only the front-end visible, but it’s similar to the LX 570 Sport Luxury package we saw last week in that it doesn’t seem to fit all that well. The …
Kevin · February 8th, 2010
VIP Auto Salon Lexus HS 250h @ The Detroit Auto Show
The modified Lexus HS 250h at the Detroit Auto Show was the centerpiece of the entire Lexus exhibit. Put together by Clark Ishihara and VIP Auto Salon, the HSh is decked out in Branew—front under-spoiler, side skirts, rear under-spoiler, trunk spoiler, stainless steel muffler, and the 20” wheels all come from the Japanese tuning company. …
Kevin · January 18th, 2010
2009 Lexus SEMA Showcase Video
Along with the usual press photos, Lexus has also put together a video showing their stable of customized SEMA cars: It’s a nice lineup of cars this year, though I would have preferred to see more done with the GS. Also, I hope the wheels on the TRD (orange) IS-C make it into the F-Sport …
Kevin · November 4th, 2009
SEMA 2009 Lexus Car Guide
SEMA, the annual automotive specialty products tradeshow, starts tomorrow, and will feature seven Lexus automobiles, including the North American debut of the LFA and the winner of the SEMA Showcase contest—here’s a full breakdown of the participating vehicles: IS 300 by DAVID HUANG {embed=“site/gallery” gallery_id=“1421”} Description David Huang invested over $100,000 in his IS 300 …
Kevin · November 2nd, 2009
Lexus L-Select Customization Video
This video gives some detail on the new L-Select customization program currently offered with the Lexus LS in Japan (warning: the accompanying music is unique): If switching internal LS components is as easy as it’s displayed in this video, I don’t see any reason why L-Select couldn’t make it’s way to other markets. More likely, …
Kevin · October 29th, 2009
Build Your Own Lexus LFA
Lexus has launched a global site for the LFA, and it includes a very fun configurator, which allows you to build your very own LFA: The exterior color selection alone is a wild spectrum of colors, including Passionate Pink and Lime Green—I tried my hand at my very own LFA: (If I was seriously buying …
Kevin · October 21st, 2009
The Lexus L-Select Customization Program
The new L-Select Lexus customization program has launched in Japan. This program, which is currently limited to the LS, makes it possible to pick and choose your leather, wood trim, even your roof material. Here’s a small sampling of the possible interior combinations: These are some serious interior options, I’m all over that IS-F inspired …
Kevin · October 13th, 2009
Lexus wants YOUR car for SEMA 2009
If you own a modded Lexus, Lexus USA could be looking to feature your car as part of their display at SEMA this year! The company is holding a contest to find the best and brightest—to enter you have to submit three photos, a list of modifications, and your contact details to (JavaScript must be …
Kevin · October 1st, 2009
Fox Marketing Prepares Lexus IS 350c for SEMA
We first saw a rendering of the Fox Marketing Lexus IS 350c back in May—and it looks like that computer image was in very close proximity to the real thing: There’s also a buildlog photo set on Flickr, and for good measure, a video closeup: The IS-F front bumper and side vents look nicely done—I …
Kevin · September 28th, 2009
Lexus HS 250h with LX-Mode Wheels
It was only a matter of time before a modded Lexus HS 250h would show up on the Internet, and appears Japanese tuner company LX-Mode is first out the gate with new wheels on a dropped HSh (click for a larger version): It’s amazing how a minor drop and wheel swap can have such an …
Kevin · September 4th, 2009
Edmunds Reviews the Lexus IS 350C F-Sport Accessories
Edmunds took a Lexus IS 350C and outfitted it with every F-Sport accessory available, all to determine which of the upgrades are really worth the money—here’s their verdict: If you’re looking to spend good money on a modified IS convertible, look no further than the $2,346 wheel/tire upgrade and add it to the $1,588 for …
Kevin · August 4th, 2009
20% Off Lexus F-Sport Accessories
If you’re in the continental USA and been holding off on purchasing F-Sport accessories for your IS or GS, the waiting looks to have paid off. For the entire month of July, Lexus is offering a 20% off coupon for all F-Sport purchases—redeemable at any dealership in the 49 states. Click to get the full …
Kevin · June 29th, 2009
Lorinser Prepares Lexus LS 460 Body Kit
Long-time Mercedes tuner Lorinser has taken its first step into the Lexus body kit market by releasing an aero-kit for the LS 460. Here are the photos: {embed=“site/gallery” gallery_id=“1206”} Breaking down the kit, it starts off with a new front bumper with squared-off edges and round foglights, then adds side-skirts, a rear trunk spoiler, a …
Kevin · June 16th, 2009
Lexus LED VLine Headlights from VAIS
VAIS Technology, makers of the premier Lexus iPod integration kits, have put together a new product to augment your front headlights: At first glace, it might look too similar to the Audi look, but this is a design cue that with be appearing on more and more cars (see the 2010 S-Class). I also like …
Kevin · June 12th, 2009
Dimpled Lexus LS 460L to Debut at U.S. Open
Lexus will have a one-off LS 460L to show at the U.S. Open in Farmingdale NY next week, having commissioned a full-body cover designed to look like the surface of a golf ball. Lima Ohio reports on the story behind the vehicle: It all started with mailboxes. Brad Smith began making and selling mailboxes that …
Kevin · June 10th, 2009
Gold Chrome-Foiled Lexus LX 570
While browsing the Club Lexus LX 570 forum, I came across this gold chrome-foiled LX: Apparently, this is a service by a company called foilacar, which basically wraps the vehicle’s exterior in foil. Pretty amazing technology—though I’m mixed about the results. As a concept, I’m all over unique finishes, but I have no idea what …
Kevin · June 10th, 2009
Lexus IS Convertible F-Sport Photo Gallery
To promote the fact that the existing F-Sport performance accessories for the Lexus IS are fully compatible with the IS Convertible, Lexus has released some images with an IS-C decked out to the nines: {embed=“site/gallery” gallery_id=“1157”} The convertible is still too junky in the trunky for my tastes, but the 19” forged alloy wheels suit …
Kevin · May 22nd, 2009
Lexus IS 350 Drift Car with Corvette Engine
Daijiro Yoshihara, one of the drivers in the Formula D series, has a new team and a new machine—a Lexus IS 350 with a Corvette Z06 LS6 engine: Looks like he’s going to need some more practice. [Via: Straight Line]
Kevin · May 12th, 2009
Lexus RX 350 & 450h Body Kit by LX Mode
LX Mode has updated their website to include the brand new Lexus 3G RX body kit: All in all, it’s a nice looking kit—but what I’m really impressed by is the front grille replacement. Looking to be lifted directly of the LS 460, it changes the front-end significantly. Here’s a breakdown of the different options, …
Kevin · May 8th, 2009
VAIS Tech’s New Digital Audio Lexus Integration Kit
VAIS Technology has long been the go-to option for Lexus->iPod integration, and now they’ve raised the bar with their new VML, or MultiMediaLinQ. This integration kit allows digital audio to be played from almost any storage device, including hard drives, USB thumb drives, iPods and even SD Cards. Here’s some videos demonstrating the VML: Hard …
Kevin · May 5th, 2009
Lexus Australia’s Unique RX Accessories
Just like the last generation, Lexus Australia is offering some unique accessories for the 2010 RX, including a bunch of roof racks, a nudge bar, side steps, mud flaps and some wild 19” wheels. Here are some closeups: Really, it’s almost comical to see an RX done up in this fashion, but some of these …
Kevin · April 22nd, 2009
Rumormill: The Lexus IS-F Evo Strikes Again
JDM blog 7tune has pushed out a rumor that the Lexus IS-F Evolution, the unconfirmed, carbon-fiber-covered editon of the IS-F, will be limited to 500 units and will cost a staggering $250,000USD. From the source: Focus has not changed much either with previous reports of the new body losing 140kg all round and dropping to …
Kevin · April 20th, 2009
Auto Guide Reviews the Lexus IS F-Sport Performance Parts
Auto Guide has put together a review of the F-Sport performance accessories available for the Lexus IS 350, and came away impressed with the results—here are some of their observations: We did note the sexy new timbre to the motor’s voice [due to the F-Sport intake & exhaust], however. Tipping the throttle produces an aggressive, …
Kevin · April 16th, 2009
New Job Design Lexus LS Body Kit
Job Design, a Japan tuning firm specializing in Lexus & Toyota modifications, has released a new body kit for the Lexus LS, consisting of front wheel vents, a super-dropped suspension and new front & rear bumpers. {embed=“site/gallery” gallery_id=“1133”} I think it’s only natural, in light of the LS’ rather somber and elegant design, that body …
Kevin · March 18th, 2008
Stretch Lexus LX 470 Limo
I always get a kick out of limousine conversions, and this 2004 Lexus LX 470 is no exception, if only because of its entirely mammoth size. Currently for sale on Ebay, this mega-limo is a full 200″ long, with room for eighteen people. I’d just like to know what they did to the inside roof, …
Kevin · February 15th, 2008
FiveAxis Lexus IS-F Makes an Appearance at the LA Auto Show
The Lexus Project IS-F by FiveAxis is moving its way up the west coast, making the trip from SEMA in Las Vegas to the LA Auto Show, where it was photographed in depth by Autoblog. There’s also been mention of a “Stage 2″ IS-F engine mod package being developed by FiveAxis, though there’s nothing in …
Kevin · November 18th, 2007
SEMA 2007: Lexus GS 430 by GReedy
I’ll admit it, I was sitting on posting this GReedy tuned Lexus GS 430 from SEMA in the hopes that it would disappear, but it’s time to admit defeat. Beyond the gaudy stickers and coffee-can exhaust tips, there’s a supercharger under the hood, though no horsepower figures were released. If there’s one thing about this …
Kevin · November 8th, 2007