I recently purchased a 2011 LX570. It arrived loaded with all options including laser cruise, rear entertainment, lux package. In fact, I don't think there are any more options this vehicle can have. I hated the way the exterior looked so I decided to purchase the parts to facelift it.
1. Whoever said the rear lights were a direct swap is incorrect. Yes electrically they are a direct swap but there will be a gap between the lights and bumper. THe bump will have to be replaced if you want to remove this gap. Also, the black plastic trim retainer under the headlamp needs to be replaced with the newer one. The turn signal bulb socket no longer fits the new assy so you have to replace that as well or trim it to fit. The lamps on the decklid are a direct fit.
2. I ordered the replacement rear bumper as well. This requires a replacement top black plastic piece, tow hitch cover, inner support/frame. They are currently at the paint shop. I should have it back today.
3. The front bumper requires replacement grills (upper and lower), fog lamps, trim for fogs. I am assuming I will require additional parts but will wait till the bumper arrives from paint. THe front view camera is not a direct fit onto the grill either. The plastic trim around where it mounts needs to be modified. The Lexus Emblem needs to be replaced also. IF you have laser cruise as I do, you are not going to be happy. The emblem retails for 1100 bucks!!!!
I have extensive knowledge on retrofitting benz's and my prior es300 so I am not too worried about this project. I use to go by SUNMAN but can't seem to login with that name anymore. I will post pics soon.