Lexus Tech Articles

Project Lexus SC300 - Installing A Turbo

Things are on the ragged edge. It's less than a month before the SEMA show and our Lexus SC300 is creeping its way closer to the paint booth at Body Pros. Meanwhile, at SP Engineering it's warp speed engaged as our 2JZ-GTE is ready to roll. more

High-Tech Tuning - HKS F-CON V Pro - Turbo Magazine

Check out this turbo Altezza-engined IS300 get tuned with the HKS F-CON V Pro. more

Lexus IS300 3S-GE Four Cylinder Engine - Back Pressure

This edition of "Backpressure" tracks one car we've tagged for future, full feature publication. more

Get The Look

Our long-term Lexus is coming together. The TRD coil-over suspension continues to impress and we are still looking forward to playing with the firmness settings. We used the car to illustrate a brake upgrade installation in the last issue; the IS was fitted wi more

Adding Braking Bite to the Lexus IS 300

Although many enthusiasts go for the gusto and bolt-on power to their rides as soon as their bank account allows, braking power is as important as engine power. Remember, it is wise to be able to get out of trouble quicker than you got into it. The brake upgra more

Project Lexus IS 300 Part 1: Getting a Grip

We are totally stoked to have a Lexus IS 300 in our stable of project vehicles. Long-time readers of Turbo know we have been ardent supporters of the Toyota Altezza, the home-market (Japan) version of the IS 300. A Trust-tuned Altezza graced the May '99 cover more

Weapon R Intake System - Lexus IS300

Weapon R Intake System - Lexus IS300 more

Project 2001 Lexus IS300 Part 1- Getting a Grip

We upgrade the already impressive suspension on the IS300 with TRD components. more