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If you thought the IS 500 couldn’t get any cooler, just wait until you see this
by Alina Moore, on LISTEN 01:57The new LX 600 F SPORT will probably steal the show at the 2021 SEMA, but it won’t be the only model you will be able to admire at Lexus’ boot. A very cool IS 500 developed by Hiraku Co. and Lexus ambassador, Townsend Bell will try to make people remember the IS still has some potential.
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2021 Lexus IS 500 By Hiraku And Townsend Bell
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What makes the 2022 Lexus IS 500 By Hiraku And Townsend Bell special?
The IS500 is powered by a 5.0-liter V-8 engine that delivers a total of 472 horsepower. The concept displayed at SEMA keeps the same engine, but adds a tasteful modifications to enhance the V-8’s breathing. The list of updates will include: a custom A’PEXi induction box with a TOMS Racing Carbon Fiber suction pipe, an A’PEXi N1 Evolution Extreme Quad Ti-tip exhaust system and an updated and more sudden throttle control.
The most impressive updates on this IS 500 were made on the exterior. Hiraku Co., developed a one-off 3D printed body kits that includes new front lip spoiler, side steps, rear diffuser, front fenders, bumper canards, rear roof spoiler and rear bumper garnish. The final touch is a Seibon carbon fiber hood and trunk.
This cool looking IS500 features a matte-white body write with teal accents and a glossy white spindle grille design pattern.
It rides on Rotiform LAS-R, extra-wide 20-inch wheels wrapped in Nitto Invo tires combined with a Brembo GT braking system with custom-painted calipers.
And finally a stiffened TOMS chassis and and A’PEXi N1 EXV 32-way adjustable coilover system are completing the package.
