All-new Lexus IS-C Available at Park Place Lexus Mission Viejo

The All-new Lexus IS-C is coming. Be one of the first to see it at Park Place Lexus Mission Viejo in June 2009.

Picture the aggressively styled IS sport sedan—only sportier. Two doors, instead of four. And in place of a permanent roof, a seamlessly integrated, lightweight aluminum hardtop that retracts itself in a mere 21 seconds. It's called the IS Convertible, and it's coming to the U.S. in late Spring 2009.

The IS 350 C features a potent 3.5-liter, 306-horsepower V6 engine, while the IS 250 C delivers an authoritative 204 horses from its 2.5-liter V6—both available with six-speed automatic transmissions and race-inspired paddle-shift controllers. The IS 250 C also offers the option of a six-speed manual transmission.

Of course, we've included a number of advanced technologies to ensure the optimum driving experience when the top is down. The glass in front of the instrument gauges is designed to compensate for glare from the sun. The climate-control system increases air flow, adjusting to the vehicle's speed and additional sunlight. And the sound system even features an equalizer that adapts to the natural loss of bass that occurs in the open air.

The IS Convertible also offers many of the Actively Safe features found in the IS sport sedans. This includes Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) for added driver control and an available Pre-Collision System. The IS also has a twin-chamber front-passenger airbag (SRS) . The IS Convertible adds the peace of mind of seat-mounted side airbags.

The IS Convertible made its U.S. debut at the 2008 L.A. Auto Show. New information will be released as it becomes available. So check back often. Or better still, to be among the first to receive future information about this exciting vehicle.

Inspiration strikes quickly. Fortunately, the IS Convertible is designed to respond. A single touch of a button and 21 seconds later the hardtop is seamlessly folded into the trunk, and you’re ready to begin your high-speed tan. This transformation from sleek coupe to striking convertible is not only one of the fastest among hardtop convertibles, it’s also one of the most considerate. Even with its top down, it has enough trunk space to carry a nine-inch golf bag with room to spare.