Photo of the Day: the Mint Chip Lexus IS

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Anyone else seen this Mint Chip Lexus IS? From the file, “Oh-God-Make-It-Stop!” – this 2014 Lexus IS is a prime example of what happens when the wrong colors meet on the wrong car. I applaud the effort, sort of.

The bottom line is: thousands of dollars worth of exterior modifications, pricey wheels and a suspension drop cannot help the ghastly paint work here. Still, I was craving mint chip ice cream. Perhaps the owner is an ice cream purveyor and is looking to subliminally influence our sweet-tooth. Doubtful.

I think the driver saw me whip-out my cell phone and slowed to allow me to photograph his ride.

Sorry chum, I think all of the black parts of your ride look fine… must I elucidate?

Now, if you’ll pardon me, I’m off to the freezer to find a minty, frozen treat.

Speaking of a treat…

Easily amused by anything with four wheels, Nathan Adlen reviews vehicles from the cheapest to the most prestigious. Wrecking yards, dealer lots, garages, racetracks, professional automotive testing and automotive journalism - Nathan has experienced a wide range of the automotive spectrum.  His words, good humor and videos are enjoyed worldwide.
Easily amused by anything with four wheels, Nathan Adlen reviews vehicles from the cheapest to the most prestigious. Wrecking yards, dealer lots, garages, racetracks, professional automotive testing and automotive journalism – Nathan has experienced a wide range of the automotive spectrum. His words, good humor and videos are enjoyed worldwide.
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Nathan Adlen
Easily amused by anything with four wheels, Nathan Adlen reviews vehicles from the cheapest to the most prestigious. Wrecking yards, dealer lots, garages, racetracks, professional automotive testing and automotive journalism - Nathan has experienced a wide range of the automotive spectrum. Brought up in the California car culture and educated in theater, childhood education, film, journalism and history, Nathan now lives with his family in Denver, CO. His words, good humor and video are enjoyed worldwide.