CAR MEDIA GUIDE FOR THE 2013 SEMA SHOW

#LexusIS

Lexus brings the all-new 2014 IS sedan to the ultimate aftermarket audience. In its seventh year at the SEMA Show, shows why the IS has been a tuner favorite for the past three generations. Six 2014 IS builds be on display at the Lexus display area as well as locations around the Las Vegas Convention Center. This year’s featured vehicles include:

 2014 IS 350 F SPORT by Rob Evans, DeviantArt winner, and VIP Auto Salon  2014 IS 250 F SPORT by Paul Tolson and Gabriel Escobedo  2014 IS 340 by Philip Chase  2014 IS AWD by Gordon Ting  2014 IS 350 F SPORT by Seibon Carbon  2014 IS 350 F SPORT by Vossen  2012 LFA by Guy S. De Alwis  2004 IS 300 by Maricar Cortez  2007 IS 250 by Andrew Atigehchi

Lexus will have a press conference to reveal the 2014 IS F SPORT by Rob Evans, DeviantArt winner on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 2:00 p.m. Please join us for the press conference at our new exhibit space, 21601, inside Central Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Lexus Contacts: Celeste Migliore [email protected] (310) 468-4491

Bill Kwong [email protected] (310) 468-3764

Allison Takahashi [email protected] (310) 468-5315

Editors: Images of the SEMA vehicles plus Lexus product information and images are available online via our news media web site http://LexusNewsroom.com

Disclaimer: Vehicles are special project cars, modified with non-genuine Lexus parts and accessories. Modification with these non-genuine Lexus parts or accessories may void the Lexus warranty, may negatively impact vehicle performance and safety, and may not be street legal.

2014 IS 350 F SPORT by Rob Evans, DeviantArt winner, and VIP Auto Salon Display Location: Lexus, 21601, Central Hall

Description DeviantArt and Lexus challenged the design community to show their vision for the 2014 IS with custom exterior treatments and modifications. The ultimate IS sport sedan concept by Rob Evans was modified by VIP Auto Salon in 10 weeks and includes custom-one off aero styling package designed by Rob Evans, Takata Racing Drift Pro LE seats and Brembo GT brake system.

Highlights  Drift III ASM green seatbelt harness  Seibon Carbon interior package  Nutek 3-piece forged one-off concept wheels  Nitto Invo tires (front: 20x10.5 et-59, rear: 20x13 et -30)  Custom mixed BASF Glasurit Ultra White

2014 IS 340 by Philip Chase Display Location: Motul, 24621, Central Hall

Description If 700+ horsepower isn’t enough, hear the sweet roar of the IS 340 through the custom four-inch exhaust system. Philip Chase’s project car features a 2JZ-GTE engine swap, Garrett GTX3582R dual ball bearing turbo, a Modellista five-piece lip kit and custom carbon fiber hood vents. Can’t have the go without a little show, can you?

Highlights  Advan TCIII wheels (front: 18x9.0” +25, rear: 18x9.5” +45)  Brian Crower complete valvetrain and 3.4L stroker kit  OS Giken Triple Plate TR-series clutch  Sparco EVO 2 bucket seats custom wrapped in leather

2014 IS AWD by Gordon Ting Display Location: , 40041, South Hall Lower

Description This IS abounds with upgrades. Featuring a GReddy performance exhaust and air intake system; TEIN USA custom Street Flex coilovers and a Brembo high performance GT system the IS AWD by Gordon Ting is ready to move. Whether or not you’ll hop on the limited edition Lexus carbon fiber road bike is up to you.

Highlights  Rays Engineering Gram Lights – 57Xtreme with Toyo Tires Proxes T1 Sport  Sparco race harness restraints and R100 race seats with custom wrapped leather  TRD five-piece aero kit  Evasive Motorsports custom interior safety roll cage and harness bar

Limited Edition Carbon Fiber Road Bike by Lexus Display Location: Toyo Tires, 40041, South Hall Lower

Highlights  UD Carbon, 3K Plain, Alloy Dropout  Selle Italia SLR Kit Carbonio Saddle  FSA, Carbon Top Cap, Tapered 1-1/2 Headset  3T Ergonova ltd UD Carbon Handlebar

2014 IS 250 F SPORT by Paul Tolson and Gabriel Escobedo Display Location: In front of Central Hall

Description Paul Tolson and Gabriel Escobedo bring a custom wide body IS 250 F SPORT to this year’s show. Sitting low with the help of an Air Runner Systems air ride, this IS glows in BASF Glasurit Orange Mercury and Galaxy Root Beer paint. It’s one of the most delicious IS we’ve seen.

Highlights  Wheel Works USA Emotion CR Kiwami wheels (front: 19x9.5” +25, rear: 19x10.5” +12)  Rotara Inc. brakes drilled/slotted (front: 6 piston, 355x32mm, rear: 6 piston, 355x32mm)  Custom exhaust and intake

2014 IS 350 F SPORT by Seibon Carbon Display Location: Seibon Carbon, 21609, Central Hall

Description SEMA wouldn’t be the same without carbon fiber! Featuring a Seibon Carbon hood, trunk, fenders, front lip, side skirts, rear lip, rear spoiler, roof spoiler and interior trim pieces this 2014 IS 350 F SPORT is tough stuff. C’est si bon!

Highlights  Volk Racing G27 wheels, 20x8.5 +38 5-114 front and 20x9.5 +38 5-114 rear  A’PEXi SPL suspension and exhaust  Injen Technology custom intake

2014 IS 350 F SPORT by Vossen Wheels Display Location: Vossen Wheels, 46119, South Hall Lower

Description Can you see me now? Featuring Platinum Motorsport custom Lexus LFA Pearl Yellow paint, this 2014 IS 350 F SPORT from Vossen Wheels can’t be missed! Rolling on Vossen CVT Directional Wheels (20x9 front and 20x10.5 rear), this IS sits low and mean with RS-R Black-I Series coilovers and a Tommy Kaira full aero package.

Highlights  Brembo High Performance GT brake kit front and rear  Tommy Kaira dual exhaust  Nitto Invo Tires, 245/30/20 front and 285/25/20 rear

2012 LFA by Guy S. De Alwis Display Location: Toyo Tires Tread Pass

Description LFA, carbon fiber aero kit….need we say more?

Highlights  Artisan Spirits Carbon Fiber Aero Kit with front, side and rear underspoilers and rear center spoiler.  20-inch offset Work Gnosis HS202 wheels in Brush Silver Clear Finish  Toyo Proxes R888 tires

2004 IS 300 by Maricar Cortez Display Location: Lexus, 21601, Central Hall

Description Enthusiast Maricar Cortez’s 2004 IS 300 reminds us why the first generation IS is fun to drive and modify. This IS has a ProLex performance supercharger system, GReddy e-Manage, Borla custom dual exhaust and OBX headers.

Highlights  HRE 441R 3-piece wheels: 19x8 front, 19x9 rear  Stop Tech 4 Pot Brakes rebadged in F SPORT blue, and front and rear brake rotors  TEIN CS coilovers  Rod Millen Motorsport side skirts  JDM Altezza front grille

2007 IS 250 by Andrew Atigehchi Display Location: Lexus, 21601, Central Hall

Description Enthusiast Andrew Atigehchi shares his 2007 IS 250 at the Lexus space this year. Featuring Megan coilovers, a GT Spec front strut tower brace and Cusco rear strut brace, this second generation IS is ready for urban streets.

Highlights  Maverick 508s matte gun metallic wheels: 20x9 front, 20x10 rear  Mazzuri headers  Aimgain performance exhaust system and aero styling package  F SPORT performance brake system, performance intake, front and rear sway bars, and chassis brace