Hello all! Just had my 40k oil change and it’s about time for the dreaded expensive repair….. New tires! I try to get the “All Weather” tires to take advantage of the AWD on my IS. Does anyone have anything negative to say about Pirelli Cinturato Weatheractive? I’ve had a few good experiences with Pirelli’s, and we all know that the design of the tire tread can make or break the overall appearance of a car so the Cinturato I think would look pretty sick.

Due to growing our family, a couple dogs, and our love of camping, I’ll be shopping for an SUV. I still love the enjoyment of driving a little more spiritedly, so I wanted to keep a sedan in our garage that could give me the enjoyment that an old LX won’t. I currently have a ~100,000km GS460 (JDM) in phenomenal condition. It’s the only sedan I’ve ever owned and it has exceeded my expectations in enjoyment and comfort to drive. My questions is - would it be a good move or not worth it to sell this and get an ISF (likely JDM 2011). Keen to hear thoughts from the Lexus group. If selling the GS460 is the consensus, would anyone recommend carsandbids? Bringatrailer?

Hi,

I am considering buying an used Lexus. Right now I am doubting between 2 models: the CT200H and the IS250. Both are around the same price range with the same amount of miles in my country.

Right now i drive a BMW 1 series and although it drives really nice, it is the reason I got pretty close with my mechanic.

Both of the models will be high mileage (150k+).

I drive a lot of long distances, something like a 1000 miles a week, so comfort and quiet is a must for me. Also a bit of power would be nice to be able to overtake (I am on the autobahn often). This is why I am leaning towards the IS250, but this as a V6 which means higher insurance than the CT200H and a higher fuel consumption. Which is not that much of a problem, but fuel costs are still high in my country (€2,45 a liter, 11$ a gallon).

I am keen to hear experiences on both models and which ones would be recommended!

I’m a noob when it comes to looking at cars I was wondering what’s the best Lexus to get? I was looking through facebook marketplace I’ve only been looking for sedans. But my search been kinda lack luster lol, I’m willing to spend the money it’s just I don’t want to use ai to give me bs recommendations. I tried using it at first it recommended me the all electric and SUV’s lol

Need suggestions for replacing timing belt.. just pick up this 1999 SC400 with 130,000 miles.. Timing belt and water pump were done on 90,000 miles back in 2012...currently now 130,000 should I replace or wait another 4 or 50,000 miles later? Please advice Thank you

Hey guys!
So am in process of chasing fitment. My car is a 2014 Lexus IS250.

This is my current setup:
- Megan Racing Lowering Springs - 1.5 inch front and 2.0 inch rear.
- Wheels : 18x8.5 +35mm offset (square setup)
- Tires : 235/40/18 (all around, also stretched)
- I also added a 20mm spacers all around.

Now the fitment looks perfect right now with spacers! 0 rubbing! But am not a huge fan of spacers due to my trust issues haha. I never had an issue with my spacers but it’s just idk am always bothered on if it will come off haha.

I always wanted 19 inch wheels. But here is what I wanna know!

1. Is it better to stay with 18 inch than 19 inch?

2. What offset should I go with that gives 0 rubbing but will also get my current fitment look? (for both 19 and 18 inch wheels)

3. Will 19 inch wheels raise the height of my car destroying the low look that I have now, even though am on lowering springs?

4. Along with offsets, what wheel width is preferred?

5. What tire sizing is preferred?

6. Finally any other details you can provide about this!

Thanks!

I recently bought a 6-speed is200 2003 with 200 000km on it

When accelerating theres vibrations coming from the mid/rear section of the car. They are more noticeble during 1500, 2500 and 4000rpm

There's no vibrations when revving the engine in neutral and when driving in lower speeds, so I'm guessing that it isn't the engine or transmissionmounts thats causing it.

Anyone have any ideas?

Hi there, I'm living in the netherlands and considering to buy a Lexus. Is the service of lexus really as good as the sales-reps tell you ?

Does red carpet treatment really work out as the promise (pick up-drop off your car etc etc)

How is performance of their technical staff ?

Hey everyone!

I'm looking for some honest opinions from fellow Lexus enthusiasts because I've been going back and forth on a potential purchase and would appreciate some outside perspectives.

I currently own a 2023 Tesla Model 3 Performance, which I purchased new in December 2023 and paid for in full. It's been a great car, although it has relatively high mileage for its age (73k miles) because I previously drove extensively for work. Since relocating from Texas to the DMV area, my annual mileage has decreased significantly.

The Tesla has no mechanical issues, just a few cosmetic imperfections I'd like to address. Realistically, I could keep it for another 3-5 years.

However, I recently secured an allocation for a 2027 Lexus IS 350 F Sport AWD in Envious Green, part of the limited production run of just 350 vehicles for North America.

I absolutely love the color, the updated styling (yes, I've seen the Camry comparisons 😂), and the exclusivity of the vehicle. I've always appreciated Lexus for its quality, reliability, and longevity, and I could see myself keeping this car for 10+ years.

Here's the breakdown:

• 2027 Lexus IS 350 F Sport AWD (Envious Green): $62,744, including destination ($1,395) and dealer fees ($949).

• Dealer markup: $0.

• Current Tesla trade/sale offer: $26,000; however, it keeps going up in value lately.

• Virginia sales tax: Approximately $2,604 (unfortunately, Virginia doesn't deduct trade-in value).

• Total additional cash required: Approximately $39,350, plus registration and other applicable fees.

• Financing: None. I would purchase the Lexus outright.

• Employer Vehicle Benefits: $500 monthly car allowance + company-paid fuel for business travel (95% of my driving), routine maintenance, and tires every 2yrs. I cover fuel for personal driving.

Here's where I'm struggling.

I'm fortunate to be in a relatively comfortable financial position. I have a good career, strong household income, substantial cash savings, and no loan on my current vehicle. I can afford the Lexus without financing it or compromising my ability to meet our financial obligations. For context, I'm 33M, married, with no kids or debt, and we have no plans to start a family or purchase a home within the next five years or so.

However, I'm also fairly conservative financially and have been working toward building my investment portfolio and continuing to grow our household savings.

Realistically, I don't need another car. My Tesla is only a few years old; it's paid off, and it does everything I need it to do.

What attracts me to the Lexus is the overall ownership experience, the luxury, the reliability reputation, and especially the Envious Green limited edition.

I'll also admit something: If Lexus offered Envious Green as a regular production color, I probably wouldn't be considering replacing my Tesla right now. The exclusivity is a significant part of the appeal. That said, I understand limited production doesn't guarantee appreciation or exceptional resale value. I'm not purchasing it as an investment.

I also love performance cars, and my ultimate dream car would probably be a BMW M5 someday. But those are significantly more expensive, and I'm not particularly interested in spending $100,000+ on a vehicle anytime soon.

So here's my question:

If you were in my position, would you spend approximately $40,000 in additional cash to purchase this particular Lexus, knowing you could comfortably keep your current paid-off vehicle?

Or would you keep the Tesla, fix the cosmetic issues, and continue saving and investing?

I'd especially appreciate hearing from current IS 350 owners about the driving experience, interior quality, and long-term ownership satisfaction.

I know my Tesla is considerably quicker in a straight line, so this isn't about outright performance. It's about the overall driving experience, craftsmanship, and enjoyment of owning something a little more special.

I genuinely love the Lexus, but I'm trying to distinguish between buying something I'll appreciate for the next decade and getting caught up in the excitement of a rare new car.

Would appreciate everyone's honest thoughts, even if the answer is to keep the Tesla!

Thanks!

Hello!

I’ve seen a couple of subreddits discussing this issue but I wanted to get any opinions or comments regarding this issue. My vehicle is a 2025 Lexus RX 500h and it has previously gone on limp mode 3x previously. I would initially just turn it off and turn it back on a few times and then it was back to normal, but this last time it was able to accelerate and was driving normally but there were so many warnings that I had a feeling that something was not right.

I took it to the dealership and it’s been 3 weeks that it’s been in service and apparently they found metal pieces in the fluid so the transmission was falling apart internally. Apparently this is a common issue with the RX 500h. So now we’re waiting on a new transmission.

I’m considering going for the lemon law in Texas and don’t know if it’d be worth seeking. Texas lemon law states that if the vehicle is out of service for 30 days then I can go ahead and pursue a lemon law case. Our service advisor told us that if we were to pursue then we would more than likely lose with Lexus.

Any thoughts? Opinions? Comments? Thanks!

I am living in a cold climate. Got alarm for refill and the official store is closed. Looking at this oil: Castrol Edge 0W-20 C5

Can anyone confirm the validity? Thx

Like if we look at the Dealer Adjustments it’s already -$3,456.00 yet it’s still totaled $51k+ 3,45.000= $54, 731. 52? Can someone explain this to me ???
Like why did they deduct and secretly add it back on there

Hi all, I am picking up my IS 350 tomorrow and my area has very long and cold winter. I was looking for winter tires but it was so hard to find 265/35/R19 for my rear tires. I wonder if there are any other size options that would work? Should I keep the stagger setup? I have front 235/40R19 and rear 265/35/R19. Thanks in advance.

I recently test drove a 2023 Lexus RX 350h AWD Premium Plus with leather and most of the toys. Great car. Well built, responsive, and exceptionally quiet. That said, I was genuinely surprised by how bland the door panels were. Are the days of wood accents and subtle leather detailing really this far gone? It seems like every year Lexus gets a little closer to being a high-end Toyota Limited.

Lexus still commands a premium price, and the vault-like soundproofing and beautifully isolated ride are hard to beat. But beyond that, I'm finding it harder to see what really sets Lexus apart anymore.

EDIT 1: The photo above is the car I drove: For comparison, I also posted the following photos of the previous generations so you can take a look and say how you feel. It was difficult to determine which of these previous generation photos might have been strictly comparable to the "5th Generation RX Premium Plus" level trim, so I just guessed.

EDIT 2: I think one of the culprits for the appearance of the bland looking example that I drove is the color scheme. The other 5th gen RX's thatI see online with color contrasting panels are much richer looking. I guess the difference isn't that bad, but still curious what others think.

I have a 2013 Lexus rx350 with about 82k miles. What is you guys opinions on whether I should replace the transmission fluid? One mechanic seemed offended when I mistakenly said I replaced the transmission fluid. He said it shouldn’t need to be replaced/flashed unless there is a problem. A Lexus dealer recommend me to replace it. The same dealer also recommend I replace the spark plug although another mechanic at the same dealership previously told me it is good to 100k.

Hi all,

I am a numbskull and broke my passenger side mirror on my gray 2019 Lexus RX 450h. Technically, it works - but it's scratched and cracked up and my wife isn't happy (it's taped together and working fine now but not pretty).

I called Lexus of Wayzata parts yesterday to order the parts ($1605.78 - 87910-0E916 for the mirror assembly and $112.17 - 87915-0E060-B0 for the outer cover). They confirmed they would arrive by today. I setup a 4PM appointment and called the service department to work with parts to make sure my appointment at 4PM was good for the part availability. Service confirmed that the part would show up around Noon so no problem.

Fast forward to today - get there after a 20 minute drive and they inform me they do not have the part. No one called me. Pretty irked by that - got a refund on the part and took my car. I guess it's a sign to see if I can get a part from a junkyard or another source for a better price. Let me know if you can help.

(FWIW I left a message for the management of the service department and have not yet heard back. They close soon so it probably won't be until tomorrow or Monday.)

Got the car recently but noticed around maybe 33-40% of the time when I press the brake and move the shifter, the button does not fully press in. It always engages on the second attempt.

Just now it did it again

and I kept my foot on the brake at the same pressure and it succeeded on the second attempt. When I immediately tested it again (3rd/4th attempts for checking purposes) it always engages. Everything else with gear shifting is fine. Temps are in the 40s lately.

Any ideas? Brake lights are working. Or is this somewhat normal because I did not see any complaints on the long service history about this. Thanks

Looking at getting into a GX 460. I found a white on black 2019 by me that is a base with premium package and sport package. 79k miles and only serviced at the Lexus dealer. It’s also a snowbird car so it’s never seen salt which is unheard of in the rust belt. No accidents and two owners. They want $30k, thoughts?

Hi there. I'm looking to buy my first small/medium SUV and Lexis in general. I am 40s, no kids, but do have nieces and nephews I'm sure I'll be carting around occasionally. I commute 100 miles round trip 4 days a week. I am looking at any input on how you like your RX or NX and does the Plus or Luxury trims really make a huge difference. Thank you!!

Hey all,

I am considering purchase a 2014 Gs with 140k miles. It's asking price is 13k, and after comping it out, that seems fair. It is a dark exterior paint with peanut leather interior.

Anything to note about this model and year coming with this mileage?

Hello guys!

I’ve had this problem recently. I have a 2018 LC500 with 35,000 miles and just recently I’ve heard this squeaking during 70-100% turns going slow. I know this problem is also common in the RCF. Anyone know what it’s from?

It’s not from braking because I still hear it without braking.

EDIT* I’m not asking mechanics of Reddit to fix my squeaking problem through photo and text. Just asking if anyone has had a similar experience. I’ve only had nightmare experiences with dealerships. 🥹🫶

Hey guys just joined the group on here in an effort to hopefully get some tips and advice on things that might be causing my Lexus not to start.

So to begin about 2-3 days ago I got in to head to work and it would crank but not turn over. I tried jumping the battery with no luck so I replaced it and that also did nothing. I then checked all the fuses and swapped out some that looked burnt with no luck there either.

Did some more research and ended up replacing the fuel rail pressure sensor and after doing so it still won’t start.

A few other things, the fuel pump is working, I had my spark plugs changed by Lexus 4,000 miles ago and there were no other warning signs the car was driving completely fine and I had no lights on the dash.

The reader code that I get is something about no ECU communication or that it was lost. I also can’t get the car in IG-ON mode it only goes to Accessories mode. The display also tells me there is a key malfunction and I have changed both batteries.

I think that about covers it so far any help would be appreciated maybe there is something I’m missing or not checking. If there are any other questions I’ll do my best to answer.

TIA

I’m looking possibly into buying this is350 it has 135,000k miles on it how much is this worth , what’s a reasonable price interior and exterior is in really good shape the miles is what gets me, thanks in advance

I have a 2003 Lexus ES300 with the 3.0L V6 (1MZ-FE), and I’m trying to track down an acceleration issue.
The car feels noticeably sluggish when accelerating from a complete stop. It struggles to build RPM, almost like the engine is forcing itself to accelerate. I notice it particularly in 2nd and 3rd gear. Once the car gains momentum, it drives and accelerates much better.
A few things I’ve noticed:
• RPM climbs very slowly when accelerating.
• The engine sounds like it’s revving up and down while struggling to gain speed.
• Transmission shifts are smooth. No noticeable jerking or slipping.
• The problem is most noticeable when accelerating from a stop.
• Once the car gains momentum, acceleration improves.
Repairs and maintenance I’ve done:
• Replaced the knock sensor after getting a knock sensor code. The code has not returned.
• Replaced the engine air filter.
• Cleaned the throttle body and MAF sensor.
Cleaning the throttle body and MAF noticeably improved the idle. The engine now idles much smoother, but the sluggish acceleration is still there.
I also recorded some live data using my scanner:
At idle (651 RPM, coolant temperature 199°F):
• STFT Bank 1: -2.3%
• STFT Bank 2: -0.8%
• LTFT Bank 1: +0.8%
• LTFT Bank 2: +6.3%
• MAF: 3 g/s
At steady 2,431 RPM (coolant temperature 199°F):
• STFT Bank 1: +14.1%
• STFT Bank 2: +3.9%
• LTFT Bank 1: +6.3%
• LTFT Bank 2: +18.8%
• MAF: 11 g/s
Currently, the check engine light is on because of an EVAP code. I previously had a knock sensor code, but that was resolved after replacing the sensor.

I’m considering changing the spark plugs because I don’t know when they were last replaced, but I don’t want to start throwing parts at the car without identifying the actual problem.
Has anyone experienced similar symptoms with their ES300 or 1MZ-FE engine?
I’m particularly interested in whether this could be related to fuel pressure, MAF readings, oxygen/A/F sensors, ignition timing, a vacuum leak, or something else.
Would appreciate any suggestions on what to test first, especially from anyone who has dealt with this particular engine.
Thanks!