Apart from dipping the convertible in "Foxy Green" paint, the folks at Fox Marketing have moved the IS C to a performance level comparable to an IS F. The stock 3.5-liter V-6 is retained, but thanks to a supercharger and revised intake and exhaust systems, the six-cylinder produces 405 hp, nearly 100 more than a stock IS C. The flared front fenders are cribbed from an IS F, as are the large brakes that lurk underneath the matte-black 20-inch rims.
VIP Auto Salon took a slightly more subtle route to modifying its IS C. With a mere $15,000 investment (small money in the wacky world of SEMA vehicles), the car sports mild cosmetic enhancements, and virtually no performance tweaks. The IS C now sports a custom Katzkin leather interior, while the exterior is painted in Matador Red and offset by a carbon fiber hood and deck lid. VIP did install a full cat-back exhaust system, and tweaked the engine computer for a little more power.
0-60 Magazine and Design Craft Fabrication have a performance machine on their hands. Their IS C sports a Greddy exhaust, custom engine management system, and a gaggle of performance gauges inside. Larger Brembo brakes are covered by lightweight Advan black wheels, and are supported by a custom KW coilover suspension.
Toyota's own in-house performance tuner - Toyota Racing Development - also had its way with an IS C, and threw the entire F-Sport performance catalog at the car. The upgraded brakes, suspension kit, and 19-inch wheels come directly from the TRD parts bin. Orange Glow candy paint was applied to the exterior along with a full body kit.