[davcrz5]

I agree with you 100% interesting time are coming so much choice now from luxury performance, new american muscle Vette, Camaro, Mustang, car that can now turn as good as they go straight, and rebirth of rwd 2 door no frills all thrills sport car FRS/BRZ.

Some things have been confirmed on new RC-F such as 8 speed auto trans, v8 2UR GSE motor, and Carbon fiber Parts here latest spy pics

[imyopusha]

I would absolutely take the Q50 over the 3IS. The thought of constantly fighting understeer when pushed to its cornering limits (which I do on every possible occasion) just zaps all enthusiasm for the 3IS. The Q50 looks pretty badass. Both need more power.

Originally Posted by ep_83

Yeah I really like the way it looks. I didn't care for the g37 sedan (coupe was sexy) for some reason, but this one looks great.

On a side note, the is350 has now beaten the Q50, ATS 3.6, and the 335i. I know they're just magazine comparisons but still. Is this the best car in its class?? The styling is growing on me but its still in my opinion the least attractive car in its class (not that that matters.. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder)

I absolutely do not think so. The 3IS needs some street cred... badly, which is something subjective reviews really can't give IMHO. Once some Lightning Lap or Nurburgring numbers come out, then THAT will be the proof in the pudding. So far the skidpad numbers and figure 8 numbers on the 3IS are average. Maybe it has good steering feel, but that can only take you so far. When the cars lets loose at a lower speed than others, that really says something. I highly doubt the 3IS could match the F30's Lightning Lap time.

[NemesisX]

^ agreed. I'm always a fact and figures guy, and lap times (lighting lap/nurburgring) mean a lot to me. 90% of my assessment of performance comes form lap times.