The current Lexus IS turns 13 this year, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn moreBelieve it or not, Lexus's BMW 3 Series fighter, the IS sedan, turned 13 years old this year. In the automotive world, that's about as ancient as the Egyptian Pyramids.By now, you'd think Lexus would've given us a new fourth-gen model. Yet, the news on that front has been all quiet. At least, until now.AdvertisementAdvertisementTo remind the world the IS is still alive and kicking, Toyota's luxury division pulled the wraps off an extremely-limited edition model.Is this Lexus trying to stretch the limits of its aging platform? Or could it be the current model's last big hurrah?The 2027 Lexus IS Special Appearance PackageThe Lexus IS lives on for another year, but as an extremely limited special edition. - Credit: LexusYep, you read that correctly. That's exactly what Lexus is calling its latest bespoke IS sedan.While its title may be a bit lacking in originality, it does make up for it with some unique bits and bobs. It starts life as a base IS 350 F Sport.Then, Lexus treats it with a beautifully deep green exterior called Envious Green. Bespoke 19-inch black-painted BBS multi-spoke wheels festoon the wheel wells.This is likely the greenest Lexus IS ever made. - Credit: LexusThe IS's guts also follow the Envious Green theme with black leather seats and trim bits, with green contrast stitching.But, it's not all appearancesYou can't get these 19-inch BBS wheels, except on this Special Appearance Package. - Credit: LexusThere are mechanical upgrades too. This special IS gains Lexus's Adaptive Variable Suspension and a Torsen limited-slip rear differential as standard. Both were previously available as a $1,090 add-on with the F Sport Handling Package.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe amenities list also gets some additional standardization with the IS's $620 Technology Package. It basically checks every box next to Lexus's active and passive safety and driving tech.It may be an oldie, but the Lexus IS still comes across as a nostalgic goodie. - Credit: LexusThe powertrain, however, remains unchanged. That's not all that bad as the IS 350 still uses Toyota's 2GR-FKS 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V6. Its output is rated at a respectable 311 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque.Is this it for the Lexus IS?Despite its age, the Lexus IS remarkably marches on and is aging like a fine sake. It still drives great, has all of today's technology.Because it's been around for so long, it's as reliable as a wood-burning stove. It's a proper good sports sedan, even today. 2027 Lexus IS Special Appearance Package 6 photos Lexus - Credit: LexusLexus - Credit: LexusLexus - Credit: LexusAdvertisementAdvertisementLexus - Credit: LexusLexus - Credit: LexusLexus - Credit: Lexus Expand gallery 10 1 / 6 Previous slide Next slide Return to story AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementLexusLexusLexusAdvertisementAdvertisementLexusLexusLexus 10 1 / 6 Previous slide Next slide But the question is, will it ever get replaced? It will, inevitably. However, the rumor mill has been rather quiet regarding the next-gen model.Some say the company is still deciding whether to go all-electric with the next-gen model. Others think Lexus is merely milking the platform for what it's worth, especially since it was just heavily updated for the 2025 model year.Availability and pricingLexus only plans to build 350 IS Special Appearance Package models, all exclusive to the North American market. Availability and pricing will open at local dealers at the end of this year.AdvertisementAdvertisement2027 Lexus IS Special Appearance Package Starts at $61,485 About the Author: Chris Chin is an associate editor at Gear Patrol, covering cars, trucks and anything else with four wheels. He has over a decade of experience writing news and reviews but considers himself an enthusiast first, with a passion for classics and European cars. His daily driver is a 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL with nearly 250,000 miles (87,000 are his).Want to stay up to date on the latest product news and releases? Add Gear Patrol as a preferred source to ensure our independent journalism makes it to the top of your Google search results.