LexBob2

There certainly is some interesting competition to the ES out there right now. From Buick, Lincoln, Audi, Infiniti, Acura, the list goes on. I'm sure that Lexus realizes this, so hopefully the new ES will stay at or near the top of the Entry Level Luxury pack.

If that's the case, in your opinion, do you think the 07'-08', etc., ES folks will go ahead and trade for a 2012, or will they wait for a "maybe" new 2013. I guess it's a question of, was the refresh in 2010 enough to spur those early ES owners into going ahead and quit waiting for a whole new ES. That's a good question. The ES350 has a lot of competition out there so some current gen owners might be swayed to try something different vs. waiting for the new model. OTOH, I looked at several other models/brands and in the end traded the '07 in on a '10. I wasn't expecting to, but am gald that I did.

The OP hasn't checked back in. I wonder if he and his wife found a solution to their problem?

I didn't mind the dash and trim on my '07, but do agree that it was kind of plain vs. previous ES's, as well as some of the competition. I think the changes for 2010, although minor overall, really improved the look of the interior. When researching the 2007, I remember reading that Lexus was going for a more minimal look to appeal to younger buyers. I don't know if it worked though.

Very good point. When the current gen came out in 2006 as a 2007 model, a number of owners complained about transmission and engine noise issues, as well as other issues. I had an early build 2007 that was problem free but it is safer to wait a model year or two to be sure that any bugs are worked out.

If they are a "must have" you might have go aftermarket.

Seat comfort is one of those subjective areas. What one owner loves, another can't get comfortable in. Good luck in finding an adjustment or solution to your problem. Would you consider changing cars if you and your wife can't find a solution? I love the front seats in my ES (had an '07 and now a '10) and found both great for us.

There is a lot of good info on this in the owners manual explaining how the system works etc.

That seems like a very good price. Are you sure it's with synthetic oil? I recently paid $58 for an oil change with dino oil and tire rotation at the dealership.