After three years with only one body style, the Lexus IS returned with a second body style, this time in convertible form. On 2 October 2008, Lexus debuted a hardtop convertible version of the Lexus IS, the IS 250 C, at the Paris Mondial de l’Automobile 2008 (Paris Auto Show). A more powerful IS 350 C is also available, with engine specifications analogous to those on the sedan models. The IS convertible features a three-piece aluminum hardtop that can retract in 21 seconds, a roof-brake mechanism slows panels as they close and near the windshield. The IS 250 C and IS 350 C are offered with a six-speed automatic, while the IS 250 C will also offer a manual transmission and all-wheel-drive version. The IS convertible’s body carries a 0.29 Cd figure. The IS 250 C went on sale in Europe in 2009, with IS convertible sales for North America targeted for May 2009 as a 2010 model. An IS 300 C is also being produced for certain regions.
In March 2010, Lexus announced a special edition IS 350C F-Sport model. Only 100 F-Sport editions will be made, and go on sale in late March 2010 for $57,500. The IS 350C F-Sport adds larger 19-inch alloy wheels, special edition badging, a new front grille, lowered and upgraded sport suspension, larger brakes, and special blue interior stitching on black leather seats.
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