Chad_S

I had to choose between gray and black for the interior color. I had already decided on Smoky Granite for the exterior. The dealer had both colors and I decided on "Black" interior since for me it was much 'meaner' looking. Again, as people have stated before color choice is a personal choice. Also, heat has not been a problem with the black interior. If possible try to take a look at the two colors side by side and then decide.

Here's two pictures of the annoying leather bump on my armrest. This is hardly visible but since I know it is there now, it is bugging me.

Hi all: It's been a week since I bought my 07 IS250 RWD with Navigation. Love it. Got the Smoky granite mica with the black interior. The car also has the standard option packages that comes with Nav like HID headlights and the ventilated seats. I also got the perma plating from the dealer. Also, I think I got a good price since the local dealer (Lexus of Sacramento) matched the price given by Lexus of Pleasanton. I'll post some pics soon. Couple of concerns I have. I ran into the break dust problem like everyone else. From reading the postings, I am aware of the TSB for the front brake pads. When I bought this up with the salesman, he said the new pads will make more noise during braking? Is this really true? Has anyone got the replacement brake pads and heard an increase in break noise during normal braking? The second concern is that I noticed a small scratch on the center leather armrest. It's about a 2 inch very slight scratch. The salesman told me that it was something to do with the leather when being installed. When they stretch the leather it might crack from the inside causing a slight bump. I can actually feel the bump and its from the inside. Anyone else had a problems like this? Thanks