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Lexus IS 350

Lexus IS 350 questions and answers

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Q: If ibuy a lexus gs 350 for $53K and put down $13K, how much will the car be worth in 2 years?
Trying to figure out if its worth it to finance and sell in two years or just lease. I don't want to owe the bank money when I sell and Idd like to use it as a down payment for the next car.

A: In only two years you will owe the bank money. It takes about four to start breaking even. Lease the car if you only want it for two years and dont want to owe any money.

Q: What's a good price for a brand new 2007 Lexus IS 350?
I'm looking to buy a fully loaded IS 350 and I live in northern CA. I'm not 100% sure if this is the right car for me, but so far I really like the IS 350 and I need more info, so I can make my decision.

A: hey. okay here is what you do, go to www.lexus.com and click "build a car" , then click the IS350 and pick your color and options. it will give you the price of you car. expect to pay about 2 thousand less than that. ok here: http://www.lexus.com/lexusConfigApp/index.jsp

Q: Does anyone know how to get the change oil light off in a 2007 lexus is 350?
I haven't got the owners manual yet, (it wasn't in the glove box?!) I've ahd the oil changed and I can't get the dumb light to go off.. Any other lexus owners have any suggestions? Thanks so much...

A: disconnect the neg lead of your battery for 5 minutes

Q: When you buy a new car, (I just got a LEXUS GS 350) is it true or a myth that you are not suppose to push the?
car and/or drive fast for the first 1000 miles or so?

A: It is not really a question of driving fast it is rather a question of pushing the revolutions (rev) of the engine. Plus the fact that a lot of its part (not only engine wise but also of the body, suspension and the like) has to seat well with each other. Nowadays, vehicles are pre-broken-in. Thus, there is a school of thought that states: to push it to red-line rpm every time that you shift (I think this is much more applicable to motorcycles than in cars), for the simple reason that there are more parts in a car than in a motorcycle. Again you have to include the body parts. The golden rules in (breaking-in) new cars are: 1. Never start the car and immediately turning the engine off without letting it first reach the optimum engine temperature. Long drives are better for new engine and letting it idle too long is a no no. 2. Never pass 3,000 rpm in the first 100 m. 3. Never pass 3,500 rpm until 500 m. 4. Change your oil and oil filter after the first 500 m. 5. Never pass 4,000 rpm until 1,000 m. 6. Change your oil and oil filter after 1,000 m. 7. And, during all these vary your rpm. Never stick to an rpm and don't use cruise control yet. 8. After 1,000 m drive to your heart's content. Per experience with a few cars (Isuzu Trooper, Mitsu MX, and Subaru WRX) I never had an engine break-down with that golden rule. And I usually drive my fast cars really fast.

Q: what is the best pick, Brand new Honda CRV 2W EXL w/navi or 2nd hand Lexus RX 350?
brand new of Lexus RX 350 is way too much for my budget. pls answer with the best reasonings. thanks.

A: Both the Honda CR-V and the Lexus RX Series rank highest in initial quality at the segment level after the first 3 months of ownership. Both also rank among the top 3 at the segment level in our company’s Vehicle Dependability Study, which is based on vehicle owners’ evaluations of their vehicles after the first 3 years of ownership (2004 models). In addition, both were 2 of the first car-based SUVs called crossovers, which means they offer carlike ride with utility features and functions. The CR-V is a compact crossover and averages 22.3 mpg, according to actual owner reported fuel economy findings, while the RX Series is a compact premium crossover and averages 20.1 mpg in real world findings, according to our company’s JDPower.com consumer site. The third-generation CR-V was redesigned for 2007. A new CR-V retails between $20,700 and $28.400, while the entry premium The 2009 Lexus RX Series has a much higher sticker—new—from $37,500 to $39,100. Quality and luxury will abound in the RX Series, while the CR-V will be efficient and less high end. If you want to be pampered, the RX Series will give you more features and extras. The RX Series is comfortable and roomy enough for 5 people. Each model has its own unique features and specs. We looked up a few price estimates for a 2005 RX Series vehicle and found that depending on what region you live in, you will find some models in the same price range as the new CR-V—just under $28,000. We suggest that you test both models—a new CR-V and a pre-owned or used RX Series to make your own choice. For more information and driving reviews as well as quality ratings, photos, videos and articles, please visit JDPower.com.

Q: Does the Lexus IS 350's sound system any good?
I was just wondering if the new lexus IS 350's sound system will bump? (non ML)

A: I own an IS 350 with NAV, but not the upgraded stereo. It has 13 speakers and is very loud and crystal clear. I never really put it above level 40 and at that level the sound stays clear and I cannot hear my pre-paid toll beep go off. I did not listen to the upgraded one before I purchased it, but I understand it is even clearer. Before I bought it, I also test drove the Acura TL, Infinity G35, BMW 330, Cadillac CTS and Audi A4. The only one that compared (actually, I thought it was better for the stereo) was the Acura TL. BTW, don't pay attention to Tony B. He is an Infinity salesman, or should be on their payroll. You will not find anything objective in his posts.

Q: Which is faster the 2006 Mustang GT or the Lexus is 350?
My buddy thinks his mustang gt is the fastest car on the road and i want to beat him. does anyone know if the lexus is 350 is capable of that?

A: The Mustang GT will blow the doors off the Lexus, however it's not the fastest car on the road. In the Ford stable, the Shelby, the GT H & the Ford GT are faster.

Q: What year is the Lexus ES 350 going to change its body style?


A: If they follow the same re-design pattern as they have previously, the next generation ES should come out in 2011.

Q: Does the Lexus Gs 350 have a built in garage opener?
i just bought the car and im trying to figure out if there is a button to program and open my garage.

A: Yes, mine does I have a GS300 2001 and it is on the ceiling by the rear view mirror. It is great!! I always worry about someone seeing my garage door opener in the car and they break in my car to open the garage at night.

Q: Infiniti G35 or Lexus IS 350? Help! Which one is an overall better car? Which one is sportier?
I'm trading in my little sports car... which is hurting me, but I need something more practical which do you think looks better, drives better, the pros, the cons, etc. Thanks!

A: Speaking from experience (24 and on my 9th car), the Lexus hands down will be better. Better gas, RESALE value, quality. Also, I would recommend buying a CPO lexus.

Q: is my car a lemon? i bought a 2008 lexus es 350 few months ago and it had engine oil leak?
the dealership has fixed the problem, but what they did was they had took the whole engine apart and then fix the leak, and i told em theres no way i am taking this car back, i spoke to lexus customer service and she said you can see if you are covered under lemon law, what should i do now?

A: You've full right to be a bit concerned and worried about buying a brand new vehhicle that you'll obviouslly be paying monthly payments for yrs on. Most people consider when they buy a brand new vehicle that there shouldn't be any problems for several yrs besides the regular schuled maintances.Plus we don't expect to buy brand new vehicles and have to deal with getting things fixed so darn early. So I agree with you that there is full rights to be concerned about a vehicle that just was made and it's got a oil leak problem that meant a full brake down of the engine to get it even repaired.Personally I would of done the same thing and be thinking is it a god idea to even expect and keep paying payments or should I trade it in. If you read up about cars and the reasons just why the lemons laws were created and exist today then it becomes a huge eye opener and any wise customer would be taking it in as a concern. If you take into consideration that basically the newer vehicles now a days are a huge investment and can have so many different types of faults related to adding more and more complexed electronics systems to more smaller or cheaper engine designs you've a lot more expense towards the average vehicle owner of these newer fancy but complexed vehicles.Plus it's a much more of a headache to repair so we need different mechanical tranining programs and electronic equipment and mechanical electronics experts in the auto industry.That just increases their fees and the customers pocket book size, plus increases our headaches. Some will say that this next thing I mention is a bit off the wall when first thinking about it.Most things that are manufactured on a Mon ,Fri and even Wed can have more chances of being factory defect structen. In fact studies do show in basic everyday manufacting defects that are involving any type of human involvments in assembling products does actually increase the noted wkly and daily reports of any product defects within assembly line productions go up on Mon's, Wed's and especially Fri's.It further states that people tend to be more hung over from their days off usually wkends and therefore Mon's assembling defects increase ,also on Wed's people are in a different state of mind kind of day dreaming about the coming wkend and therefore again defects increase in assembling work, plus Fri's people are just thinking mostly about going home getting out off work so once again assembly line defects increase. All in all these studies are involving the western world but they also reflect overhaul world production problems.So really it doesn't matter what part of the world we are talking about here or for what reasons the human assembly line workers have it is fact.But again it mostly opens our eyes and now in fact for many yrs some people actually do look into what day of the wk any big ticketed investment item such as a new vehicle was made before actually deciding to buy it. Some believe that a happy healthy worker mind is more intended to produce better therefore they thrive on keeping their employees more happy in their work places and even give excercise and personal well being time to their employees.In clinical studies it has indeed shown that these companies or indivuals that use these believes and practise them will all in all produce much more effiently not only in the work place but also in their own personal lives. Well anyways to me once again I do feel the avgerage customer should take big ticket item investments seriouslly and also be concerned about any vehicle that needs such early major repairs. To me if you want to find out more about it , then you must ask others who own the same exact vehicle as you do or at least they have the same yr and engine.Plus keep track on the dealerships web site about possible recalls etc, go online and check forums referring to that make of vehicle. From what I do know of the lemonade aide laws it clearly states that not just one fault most be reported and repaired by the seller but also that if it's constant reoccurances of different things and something they can't seem to repair, then the customer must state that they feel it's a lemon and demand a knew replacement vehicle. Keep in mind that every vehicle manufacture will have their own set guidelines involving what they decide is reasoming for the customer requesting the vehicle be replaced.Example Ford they don't like to loose any customers therefore they will have a more wanting to please attitude. I think that customer service rep at Lexus should of already known the lemon laws.Isn't that exactly why they've customer service reps so they can make descions about things like that?Makes you wonder who one's talking to at that office and exactly what controls or power they indeed have to do anything.Also they might of just been passing the buck so to say clearly knowing the lemon law states the vehicle must have a few ongoing issues before law states to replace it free of charge. To me that say's you need to go over their head talk to either their supervisor or just keep calling them until someone with authority helps you.Plus you need to wait and see what occurrs with the vehicle bec if no more problems then really you've no real leg to stand on against the lemon law. Hope that helps and best of luck.

Q: Lexus IS 350 with manual tranny?
Anyone know if Lexus might be planning to offer the IS 350 with a manual transmission in the not too distant future? Love the car, but won't drive an automatic. Thanks in advance. -K

A: The IS350 is only offered with an automatic. Only the cheapest IS250 is available with an automatic transmission. Unfortunately, this model is not available with navigation. At this time the only new Lexus model available with a manual transmission is the IS250 RWD. I work for Lexus and there isn't any talk (that I have heard) about a manual option on the IS350. There is a little talk about a IS coupe and a possible convertible option, but nothing is definite.

Q: Can a Lexus IS-350 Play a MP3 cd? (owners only please)?
I am going to buy a Lexus IS 350 in a few months and I am wondering if it can play a mp3 cd.

A: Yes. I dont own the IS350, but I had one as a loaner when I brought in my RX330. I had MP3 cd's in there the whole time.

Q: How is the performance of the 2007 Lexus ES 350 in the Snow?


A: It's got excellent handling. The ES 350 is a FWD vehicle. FWD vehicles handle pretty nicely in snow because the weight of the engine holds the front tires down and that gives them better traction. You also have different controls on the car like VDIM and TRAC that are designed to control the motion of the tires and will help moderate their spinning if you start loosing traction.

Q: How much would it cost a month to lease a lexus es 350??


A: Hello. About $657/month, plus or minus, varying with location, options, etc.