Mud Guards

[bc6152]

I just purchased a new 2013 Lexus ES 350. I was disappointed to find, when I was introduced to the Service Manager, that there were no mud guards available for my new car. His statement was that "Lexus doesn't think they look good on the ES 350". I wish that Lexus would let the buyer/owner decide what looks good on their new car. In any case, I would like to know if anyone knows where these might be available - any country - at a non-outrageous price. I did see them on Ebay for nearly $400. USD with shipping. Too much! Also, if anyone knows what model designation the ES 350 is outside the USA or even if it's sold outside of America. To the best of my knowledge the ones listed for sale DO NOT fit the 2013 ES 350. Thanks for the info...

[LexBob2]

I just purchased a new 2013 Lexus ES 350. I was disappointed to find, when I was introduced to the Service Manager, that there were no mud guards available for my new car. His statement was that "Lexus doesn't think they look good on the ES 350". I wish that Lexus would let the buyer/owner decide what looks good on their new car. In any case, I would like to know if anyone knows where these might be available - any country - at a non-outrageous price. I did see them on Ebay for nearly $400. USD with shipping. Too much! Also, if anyone knows what model designation the ES 350 is outside the USA or even if it's sold outside of America. To the best of my knowledge the ones listed for sale DO NOT fit the 2013 ES 350. Thanks for the info...

My guess is if you wait a while there will be some available. With the new model it might take some time for the aftermarket to make various items available.

[bc6152]

I just purchased a new 2013 Lexus ES 350. I was disappointed to find, when I was introduced to the Service Manager, that there were no mud guards available for my new car. His statement was that "Lexus doesn't think they look good on the ES 350". I wish that Lexus would let the buyer/owner decide what looks good on their new car. In any case, I would like to know if anyone knows where these might be available - any country - at a non-outrageous price. I did see them on Ebay for nearly $400. USD with shipping. Too much! Also, if anyone knows what model designation the ES 350 is outside the USA or even if it's sold outside of America. To the best of my knowledge the ones listed for sale DO NOT fit the 2013 ES 350. Thanks for the info...

My guess is if you wait a while there will be some available. With the new model it might take some time for the aftermarket to make various items available.

I talked by email with a seller on Ebay who had the mud guards for the ES350 up to model year 2012. He stated that the guards for the 2013 model will be available very shortly and he will have them.

[bc6152]

I just purchased a new 2013 Lexus ES 350. I was disappointed to find, when I was introduced to the Service Manager, that there were no mud guards available for my new car. His statement was that "Lexus doesn't think they look good on the ES 350". I wish that Lexus would let the buyer/owner decide what looks good on their new car. In any case, I would like to know if anyone knows where these might be available - any country - at a non-outrageous price. I did see them on Ebay for nearly $400. USD with shipping. Too much! Also, if anyone knows what model designation the ES 350 is outside the USA or even if it's sold outside of America. To the best of my knowledge the ones listed for sale DO NOT fit the 2013 ES 350. Thanks for the info...

Good news gang. The 2013 ES 350 Mud guards are now available on Ebay. Ordered a set today, 1-10-13. They are black and attach to existing screws. Yippeee!

[dlmauney]

I, too, ordered a set of 4 2013 Lexus ES350 Sedan Mud Flaps (Black) on eBay, from Hong Kong @ US$40.00 (included shipping). They came in under 2 weeks. But buyer beware...when I went to install them, they did NOT fit. I promptly contacted the seller, and she gave me a full $40 refund & said I did not have to return them. I found out from the p/ns printed on the backs (PZ321-33061 -> PZ321-33064) that these were Mud Flaps for a 2006-2011 Toyota Camry V4 Sedan. I was glad to have gotten my money back, but was sad that I still did not have any Mud Flaps for my 3-week old car.

[1990LS400]

Give your local Toyota dealer a call to see if they have mud flaps for the 2013 Avalon in stock - shown at http://www.toyota.com/avalon/accessories.html It should take only a couple of minutes to hold a front and rear Avalon mud flap against your ES to see if they are shaped correctly and if the mounting holes line up.

Formerly the Camry and ES had the same underpinnings but starting with 2013 it is the Avalon and ES. I tend to doubt that Avalon mud flaps will fit the 2013 ES but I didn't expect Scion IQ signal mirror covers to fit perfectly on our new Prius wagon either ... which they did. Interchanging parts among Toyota brands/models has always been dicey.

I checked Lexus websites for several regions where the ES is sold - South America, Eastern Europe, Middle East, Asia - and did not see mud flaps as standard or optional. If the ES was sold in the UK or western Europe, mud flaps would likely be standard or a least available since they are generally expected in those regions.

[bc6152]

I, too, ordered a set of 4 2013 Lexus ES350 Sedan Mud Flaps (Black) on eBay, from Hong Kong @ US$40.00 (included shipping). They came in under 2 weeks. But buyer beware...when I went to install them, they did NOT fit. I promptly contacted the seller, and she gave me a full $40 refund & said I did not have to return them. I found out from the p/ns printed on the backs (PZ321-33061 -> PZ321-33064) that these were Mud Flaps for a 2006-2011 Toyota Camry V4 Sedan. I was glad to have gotten my money back, but was sad that I still did not have any Mud Flaps for my 3-week old car.

I ordered and received mudflaps from Ebay and Hong Kong. They were USD $40.00 with free shipping. I installed the front flaps the other day and they matched/fit perfectly. The mounting screws were the same position as the factory Lexus screws. Both fronts took me 15 minutes to install. One bottom nut and 3 side screws. A 10mm nut and a 1/4" nut driver with a hex bit. Couldn't have been easier and am very satisfied with the look on my new Lexus. The rears are more complicated as Lexus has not seen fit to provide ANY mounting holes. I will use the bottom nut and three (3) "U" speed clips to mount the rears so that I do not have to drill any holes and damage the paint. I do have some photos if you are interested send me your email address.

[nohairs]

i just had four mud flaps installed. look great. cost me $35 for the four. heavy duty. ROAD SPORT,WWW.ROADSPORTINC.COM..YOU WILL BE PLEASED..WHO SAID YOU CANNOT PUT MUD FLAPS ON A 2013 ES 350..

[dlmauney]

Stephen, can you be more specific as to the SKU or part number you ordered? When I went to WWW.ROADSPORTINC.COM, I did find a Pro-Fit 2013 Application Guide for Cars, but within it, they only listed the Lexus ES350 for years 06-12, not the 2013 "Avalon" like new body style.

[chatternet]

Can someone please assist me in finding mud guards for my 2014 Lexus ES 350. I also want to know how they attach since I do not want to put any holes in the body that are not already there. I have been searching for many weeks and am hoping someone can lead me to a viable solution. HELP ... :-) Thanks alot folks!!

[1990LS400]

There were some nice perfect fit ones on eBay as of a few days ago. No drilling necessary to install the front ones but requires drilling one hole to install each of the back ones.

Each set of OEM mudflaps I installed on my LS400's have required drilling one hole for each rear mudflap- no big deal and the drilling was through plastic.

[chatternet]

1900LS400

Might you be able to direct me to the nice ones on Ebay you mention in your previous response? I have noticed that there are several different looking onces on Ebay from Hong Kong and even though they say they are for the 2014 Lexus ES 350, when you click on the car compatability link you get a red warning that they will NOT fit on the 2014 Lexus ES 350.

Thanks for directing me if you have time. If others have any other ideas I am really open to legitimate options in order to attain good looking and fitting mud guards (splash guards.)

Thank all!

[dlmauney]

Steve, 1900LS400 also mentioned in an earlier post that since the 2013+ Toyota Avalon shares the same outer body of the 2013+ Lexus ES 350, you may be able to go to a Toyota Parts department and see if a set of their mud flaps fit. This will take you to the Toyota Avalon Accessory page where they have mudguards listed as options: http://www.toyota.com/avalon/accessories.html . I have not been by a Toyota dealer yet to confirm this...I had attempted to get the correct mudguards for my 2013 ES 350 from 2 different ebay offers over seas.Both shipped incorrect flaps after long delays. I got frustrated and gave up looking.

[1990LS400]

1900LS400

Might you be able to direct me to the nice ones on Ebay you mention in your previous response? I have noticed that there are several different looking onces on Ebay from Hong Kong and even though they say they are for the 2014 Lexus ES 350, when you click on the car compatability link you get a red warning that they will NOT fit on the 2014 Lexus ES 350.

Thanks for directing me if you have time. If others have any other ideas I am really open to legitimate options in order to attain good looking and fitting mud guards (splash guards.)

Thank all!

This forum has deactivated Windows "paste" so I can't provide a direct link without manually typing the URL and likely getting it wrong.

Go to www.clublexus.com and select the "ES350 and ES300h (2013+)" forum and look for the recently active thread entitled "Splash Guards". It has a link to the eBay seller and photos of the mud flaps installed on forum member's cars.

Club Lexus members who have bought and installed them seem to be happy with them. I recommend not having them painted if you are going to keep your car very long - paint tends to crack on flexible mud flaps.

[bc6152]

I ordered and installed splash guards on my 2013 Lexus 350. I believe that the 2014 is the same. I ordered them on Ebay and installed them front and back with no issues. The fronts match perfectly with the factory screws. One 10mm on the bottom and two on the side. The fronts took me about 15 minutes, look beautiful, and protect the rockers from stones and mud. The rears DO NOT have factory screws to match up to. I aligned the guards, marked the screw (mounting) holes, and drilled thru the PLASTIC fender. No chance of rust here. One bottom screw and two on the side. Installed easily and look like factory installed. I did not paint mine as I have Satin Cashmere paint and think that the black is a great contrast. They look great on my car and efficiently protect the beautiful paint. Especially after the severe winter we just had here in Pennsylvania. Good Luck with the install.

[boomerx2]

I just purchased a new 2013 Lexus ES 350. I was disappointed to find, when I was introduced to the Service Manager, that there were no mud guards available for my new car. His statement was that "Lexus doesn't think they look good on the ES 350". I wish that Lexus would let the buyer/owner decide what looks good on their new car. In any case, I would like to know if anyone knows where these might be available - any country - at a non-outrageous price. I did see them on Ebay for nearly $400. USD with shipping. Too much! Also, if anyone knows what model designation the ES 350 is outside the USA or even if it's sold outside of America. To the best of my knowledge the ones listed for sale DO NOT fit the 2013 ES 350. Thanks for the info...

We just purchased a 2014 ES350 and I noticed at the bottom of the door (when it is opened) I see a rubber strip attached along the bottom (like a shower door sweep). Is this also on the 2013 ES350? If it is not, maybe that was the fix for keeping the grunge off the sill?