Hi, I know, IS-F again, but better than sales-number discussions: for all those interested in technology, at Road and Track, one of the largest car magazines in the world (DIN A1), there is a great PDF file as an excerpt of a current test : the whole test with new videos: here are the excerpts of the test notes: Quote: ACCELERATION Completely disable VSC,select Sport Mode and slide the gear selector over to manual mode. Make sure you’re in 1st, preload the torque converter easily, floor the t hrottle and upshift when you hear the beep. Quote: BRAKING Good tires result in above-average brake performance for a luxury sedan. The grip attachments easy control and allows the ABS to work efficiently, although pedal feel is a bit numb. Overallbrake power is strong with zero fade. Quote: HANDLING Lightning-quick transient response and amazing grip earn the IS F the fastest 4-door slalom speed. Understeer is mild with predictable steering, and narrow gear spacing allows operation in the op timal rpm range at all times. US prices start at $58,000, planned are 3000 pieces/year in America Interestingly, I find that the IS-F reaches the top speed of 270km/h (controlled) already in the 6th gear. i.e. the 7th and 8th are really only already stages and are not needed on the track, therefore no additional switching…