NYCRRFan Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 First i have to say that as a new user and soon to be 400h owner that this website is great. I've already learned alot about the 400h even before getting one. I should be getting it next week. My question has to do with does the 400H require undercoating for protection. This will be my fourth car and in the past the dealer has always pushed this a a necessity. Nothing was mentioned this time around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexus411 Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 Undercoatiing is not neccessary. Never seen a Lexus with any kind of rust problem . Theyt all come with a 6yr unlimited mile warranty against corrosion. Good luck with new car. What dealership? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katzjamr Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 The 400h has alot more sound deadening material under the car as Lexus was worried about people objecting to the sound of the electric motors, kind of like an expensive golf cart. So i dont think this vehicle needs undercoating. I did purchase the thin plastic protection for the hid lites only so one rock chip doesnt ruin expensive headlights, and i got my dealer to throw in leather protectant for whatever that is worth. Tell us when you take delivery, what color? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW03ES Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 Undercoating, paint sealant, and leather protectant are all rip off snake oils. The undercoating can actually ACCELERATE rusting as it traps moisture and the leather protectant can actually cause cracking in the leather because it restricts its ability to expand, contract, and stretch. If it was neccisary it would be done at the factory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYCRRFan Posted September 9, 2005 Author Share Posted September 9, 2005 Thanks for getting back to me. Glad to see that i don't need to get the undercoating. The dealer didn't mention it and now I can appreciate him more for not trying to sell me something that is not required. I should be getting it sometime next week according to my last update. I'm getting it from Rallye Lexus in Glen Cove. According to some of the postings I've seen their one of the best in the area. COLOR - Flint. I can't wait to get it. I've wanted an SUV for a real long time. I've had Toyota's for the last 15 years and figured it was time for a step up. No complaints with the Celica or Camry though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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