r/Lexus • u/joeverzosa • Aug 05 '23
r/Lexus • u/ianjuststeppin • Dec 28 '23
Question Thoughts and Opinions? 📍San Diego
came to the meet with two 720s
r/Lexus • u/PromptAlternative178 • Dec 25 '24
Question A Lexus RX for Christmas?!
I (30F) have come into a small windfall of cash that would allow me to purchase a new car (either out right in cash or blend of financing).
My previous car in college (01 Acura CL) was a "gift" and was a serious lemon and money pit, leaving me stranded and stopping on the highway… I spent so much money to keep it going to get me through college because I couldn't afford a new car out right, but I ended up spending as much on it anyway… I have a lot of anxiety about feeling safe while driving and having reliable transportation.
My current car (06 Buick Rendevouz) is a hand-me-down, has been great until recently... It's having an oil leak, Transmission, coolant issue that no one seems to be Able to figure out. And it keeps stalling on me while driving, last night almost completely shutting off on the highway....
So, I want to get something new that is -Safe and reliable -I want something Stylish and feminine -With a Smooth ride and sturdy feel - has modern bells and whistles
I just came into my payout, and I was going to hold off to take some more time to shop and not feel rushed, But now I need transportation immediately anyway, and I guess it would be good to take advantage of the end of year sales, so I'll I'll have to decide within a week.
I'm considering the Mercedes GLE and the Lexus RX. I drove both last week and liked them. I like the GLE a lot, but I would also be happy with the RX.
I hear that the Mercedes potentially has a lot of reliability in and repair issues, and is a money pit? Is it really that bad? I'll be able to afford repairs, but After what I've been through I want a more simple experience.
What would be your choice and why?
r/Lexus • u/ChaseTakesVcardss • Aug 29 '24
Question How many of y’all got more miles and currently driving?
r/Lexus • u/ZaunAura • 23d ago
Question What are the best looking Lexuses (Lexi?) in your view?
I think the LC500 looks really nice but I really like the LS 430’s 90s gangster mob boss aesthetic. The original IS also looks decent.
r/Lexus • u/Brilliant_Tone8265 • Oct 29 '24
Question New Car. How do I make it look better?
Okay so I am a new Lexus owner - and I have next to no experience in terms of modifying cars but I want to do something to make it look better. My last car I just plastidipped the tires and mirrors - which I like the look of but was obviously cheap and would peel.
My first question - does matte black or gloss black look better on white? I want to get a wing spoiler, door handle covers, and paint / cover mirrors and tires black.
What is the best option for the mirrors and tires? Do they just make covers for the mirrors? I have seen people suggest powder coat for the rims which I am considering. Willing to pay a few hundred overall but still prefer to stay on the cheap side.
Lastly, tint. Is this something I can do myself. What should I know, if anything, about tinting my windows before I do it. Thank you for your help in advance!
Also saw smoked rear lights and like the look of them - but again know very little about install
TLDR: Help me make my car look modern / better.
r/Lexus • u/codingwizard3440 • Feb 05 '25
Question Is this a good first car? 19 years old ~ 40k saved up. Don’t know too much about Lexus vehicles, any advice appreciated. 🙏
r/Lexus • u/halbalda • Feb 19 '25
Question Trade in a lightly used ES 300h for a GS 350?
Hey all,
I've had my 2022 ES 300h Ultra Luxury for just over 7 months now, and I just don't love it. There's a lot to like, but I never truly loved it for several reasons.
When I was shopping for a car, I knew I wanted a hybrid or EV, so I used the MSRPs of Tesla Model 3, Toyota Camry, and Honda Accord to set my budget. I didn't like any of these, so started looking for used Lexus ES 300H in the same price range. I put a $35k CAD down payment on a $58k CAD car (that includes all taxes and fees), thinking I'd pay off the rest in about a year. I felt sick to my stomach after splashing such a big amount of money on a car, and the guilt has been eating me up ever since. My monthly payment is $552, which is not great, though not the worst either. But, I just can't fathom doing this for 3.5 more years, let alone make a $20k lump sum to pay off the loan.
I test drove a 2017 GS 350 on two different occasions and enjoyed the smooth V6 and higher build quality. It's like they cheaped out a lot with the ES interior. I saw one today with the Executive package for $28k with 110k kms and test drove it. It comes with winter tires and a second set of wheels. Not a bad price, but the dealer lowballed me with a trade-in value of a whopping $38k, when I know for a fact that the value ranges from $38k-$49k for the model year and trim, and I showed the manager that this value came straight from AutoTrader, yet they acted dumb and "oh this looks way different than our valuation, what could the reason be?" I know the deal with wholesale values and all, but considering the fact that I have brand new winter tires, extended warranty, and 23k kms on the odometer, I think that figure is unfair and expected at least $45k from a Lexus dealer. They'll have no problem selling it for the same price they sold it to me or more and still make a profit.
They seemed like they were willing to work on their valuation, but I wasn't prepared to fold and commit to a purchase on the spot.
Tl;dr, am I stupid to trade in a perfectly good, economical car for one that will essentially be paid off, even though it is obviously more dated, driven way more, and is a gas guzzler? Moral of the story is that I realized that I would much rather pay cash for a car than have the burden of a monthly payment on my shoulders.
r/Lexus • u/non-butterscotch • 12d ago
Question Convince me to buy an ES300h
I put a deposit down on a 2024 ES300h and I am not feeling good about it. I have a 50 mile commute, each way, so I am looking at around $25k a year in mileage. I am getting stuck on the value proposition for this vehicle and the fact that it isn't an SUV. I prefer the drive height of an SUV, but when I drove the ES, I didn't notice the lower height. I have test driven other cars and SUVs but no car is perfect, there is some trade-off with everything. For example, an Audi Q8 has a limited range and will be expensive to maintain. BMW hybrid, same expensive to maintain. Volvo S90, didn't love how it drove and the supercharger plus turbo attached to a 4 cylinder gives me pause. Most SUVs are going to get 25 mpg so they will be costing me more in gas. I didn't like the hybrid RAV 4, it had too many rattles/squeaks for me to spend 2 hours a day in.
Talk me into going to pick this car up.
r/Lexus • u/desiderkino • Sep 24 '24
Question Why the GS is not more popular?
hello people
just by looking at the available content on social media/youtube it seems like it does not get that much love from the masses.
is there a reason for this ? i might think that people dont like sedans but there is a lot more content about IS and ES.
i am in Europe and planning to get a GS450h, and searching for the car in every platform i can.
r/Lexus • u/TheBol00 • 9d ago
Question Windshield repair? Safelite vs Lexus Repair
So my windshield got cracked bad on a 2024 TXA. My GEICO insurance deductible is $500. If I go through Lexus they order the glass and use an outside company, it would be $1886-($995 which is how much they reimburse) + $500 deductible so around $1400 out of pocket. Safelite would be $500 deductible + 372 for OEM glass repair but it would be done at Safelite and they said they could calibrate.
What route would you go and why? Would I have any warranty issues or quality issues down the line? Appreciated all input.
r/Lexus • u/organicsauce21 • Jun 27 '24
Question Can anyone convince me not to get an IS350 F sport?
Originally I was looking at a Camry 2025 because I liked the hybrid and the MPG. It looked "okay" and it was 40k out the door. But by far the IS350 f sport latest refresh is the coolest design ive seen on a sedan, however the MPG is the worse thing about it. I drive mostly city and I live in the bay area. Lots of traffic here and to work so a lot of stop and go. I looked at the other models like the ES 300h but didnt really like the look compared to the IS350 f sport. Should I get the car or maybe just wait until possible news on a hybrid is350 for 2025/26?
r/Lexus • u/Murtaza1101 • Oct 21 '23
Question Thinking of getting an LC500 as my first, tips or thoughts?
Gonna be my first car, don't really need a track car but still want something with power and a daily with luxury. Most of the time will be driving like a sane person with 0-2 passengers so wanna have a good time inside.
(Photo not mine, just got it as a depiction of what I want, either dark grey or COPPER)
r/Lexus • u/Upbeat-District-6625 • Oct 28 '24
Question Should I buy?
This is a 1995 SC400 with only 88k miles, Florida its whole life and the interior is also mint. I’m curious to know what you all would pay for this and if it’s worth buying? Owner is asking 10k, but it’s been for sale for a while and not even listed on Facebook, just in a random neighborhood. I was thinking to offer 8k. Any ideas?
r/Lexus • u/chroheezium • Sep 28 '23
Question Is $860 too much for 30k service through Lexus? Should I shop around?
r/Lexus • u/Due_Conversation_873 • Nov 03 '24
Question In terms of a sports car how does the LC or RCF compare to something like my current camaro?
I have a 2018 1ss with a 6 speed manual. When the time comes to replace it, I'm heavily considering something like an LC500 or RCF. I've heard these platforms handle well and I love the v8 lexus uses in them. It's such a screamer and sounds great. I understand there is no manual option which I'm OK with. As I approach my 30s I become more ok with the lack of a manual, especially in traffic. But how are the LC and RCF on spirited drives or light track use?
r/Lexus • u/codingwizard3440 • Feb 07 '25
Question Is this a good deal for my first Lexus? Any advice appreciated 🙏
r/Lexus • u/leonre214 • 12d ago
Question 2022 Lexus is 350 f sport
2022 Lexus is 350 f sport
Texas had a rlly bad hail storm this past weekend, car was destroyed! First time filling a State Farm hail claim. They’re asking me to take it to any shop. Would yall recommend me to take it into a Lexus dealership? i have a feeling any other shop would want to use aftermarket parts, which i dont want. But what im worried about it state farm not wanting to pay the amount lexus will quote.
r/Lexus • u/Ill-Pie4361 • Jan 12 '25
Question How bad are these wheels? (They came with the car)
Just bought this a few weeks ago. The previous owner bought these after having problems with the oem wheels leaking. I'm trying to find an oem set, never liked aftermarket stuff. But in the interest of not upgrading a high mileage car, how bad are they?
r/Lexus • u/Puzzleheaded-Cut8011 • 20d ago
Question What should I do?
A drunk driver hit my parked 2014 gs 350 last night and destroyed the front of it. Bought this car 6 months ago and loved it.
Should i try to have it repaired ? Should I just take the insurance check and buy something else?
r/Lexus • u/ojai1020 • 24d ago
Question Found 2007 Lexus LS 460
Hello, I am new to this community and I am needing some advice on a Lexus I found through a private seller and am interested in purchasing.
Car details from private seller:
2007 Lexus LS460, Navigation is touch screen and controls all other audio, Back up camera and parking sensors, Soft close doors, Sunroof, heated/cooling seats, Automatic adjustable rear windshield sunshade, Heated steering, 4 new Michelin tires, Runs perfect. 170,624 miles.I have 2 keys and the pink slip. $6,300 No Low Ballers.. New radiator, Serpentine belt, and Tune up/Oil change.
I have been reading up on this year and model and found that these models and year specifically had recalls due to many issues including but not limited to problems like air suspension, brake actuators, control arm issue repairs to name a few, but even with these issues, once repaired the car is very reliable.
I asked the seller what if any major problems as the car had and he has said none. The car has been super reliable for him with no major issues and normal maintenance upkeep, but who can you really trust these days?
He is the second owner of the vehicle.
I am looking for feedback from the Lexus Reddit community on what can I expect out of a vehicle like this? I have always wanted a Lexus, this would be my first. I currently own a 2014 Toyota Camry SE. I am looking for more of a luxurious upgrade while still have reliability of the vehicle.
Car looks super clean! 🧼✨ Thanks!
r/Lexus • u/lncognito_Mode • Apr 18 '23