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I feel pretty lucky to get the results that I did. I would imagine I will need to do this twice a year. I was quoted a flat $100-150 fee (depending on the #) for PDR. Next I want to have some leather reupholstered - a couple of spots. What a needle in a haystack to find the right place! Thanks for all the feedback - you really pointed me in the right direction. Take it easy!

I just got it back today - WOW - AMAZING!! She looks brand new. Including PDR, it was the best $300 I have spent in a long time. Anyone in Portland/Vancouver should check out Autobella on MLK Blvd. I will post some photos. Thanks again for the advice! Take it easy-

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I am a Real Estate Broker with RE/MAX in Portland, OR. I specialize in working with buyers who are relocating to the area, as well as close-in Portland neighborhoods. In fact, give me a call 503.880.8338, drop me an email.. travisbowers@remax.net or check out my site at http://www.yourportlandrealtor.com. Thanks for asking! I guess all kinds of people love Lexus! Thanks for all the great advice

I've got another one for anyone who can help me out. The other day I noticed, after starting my car in a dark garage, that all the lights were flickering slightly. I've also noticed from time to time the lights dim slightly, for a splt second, when I apply the brakes. I don't know if these two are related, and I have had no dead battery problems. Anyone know if I should be concerned? Thanks for any help!

I wouldn't worry about the warranty, just cut your losses and don't buy the paint sealant next time.

The dullness in your paint has nothing to do with the sealant, neither do the brush strokes. The sealant was worn off the paint within 3 months probably. Its only a liquid polymer sealant product, you could buy and apply a better one yourself for $30. Its not a sprasy on coating, its just a wipe on/wipe off product. The dullness just comes from age, improper washing techniques, and a lack of polishing and waxing. A good detailer can compound and polish the paint, then wax or seal it and it'll look much much better. Or you can read here and learn how to do it yourself.

As for the brush strokes they're either a poor repaint, or they're just heavy swirls in the surface of the paint that can be lessened or removed.

How do you wash the car?

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I wash the car with lanswool mit and car washing soap, towel dry. I will have it professionally waxed immediately. As for the brush strokes - Lexus may have sold me a previously damaged car. I wouldn't be a surprised. Thanks for all your feedback! I will take it to a professional and have it taken care of soon! Take it easy.

Hey sha4000 - Thanks for the link, I'm checking it out.

Thanks riwyle and SKPerformance - I appreciate the feedback, and now I can go back in their armed with some information and get it fixed finally. Take it easy! :D

Good point. I will try that route - though I have had poor responses from this dealership. I wonder if they would prep the paint properly, buffing out scratches and so on, before just spraying another coating over it. You make a good point, I will call them next. Thanks to the both of you for responding and for the tip!

Anyone had this one? From time to time, after starting the RX motor, it will have a hard time idling for a minute or so. It sort of sputters, until I give it some gas for 30 seconds or so to level it off. Once, it even stalled while sputtering, ignoring me when I pressed the gas pedal. I took it to Lexus, as always, and they told me they replaced a sensor and sent me on my way. Well, it still does this from time to time. I took it back to Lexus and they told me they couldn't reproduce the problem, so they wouldn't know where to start. Any ideas? Thanks!

I would ask a local detailer to let you know how much to make it look new again.

For about 200 it should be perfect after.

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Since I have your attention; can you, or anyone for that matter, recommend a good detailer in the Portland OR/Vanvouver WA area? It's a stretch I know, but it can't hurt to ask. Thanks again in advance for your help! ;)

I would ask a local detailer to let you know how much to make it look new again.

For about 200 it should be perfect after.

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Good advice, that is what I will do. Thanks for the reply! I was a bit concerned, before, that a detailer wouldn't be able to correct the problem. Now, I feel confident. Thanks again

Rusty,

DEFINATELY check out Leatherique at www.leatherique.com!!! This is simply the ONLY product for leather. The owner is great and will answer questions, this is a family owned business for decades and they restore rare and collector car leather, etc. I will only use Leatherique - period. Check them out - the results are amazing.

Can anyone help me out? I have a rattle in the driver's side rear door panel, and it is driving my straight up the wall. Is this a common problem/easy fix? I also have one coming from my sunroof, but it's less annoying.

Also - my driver's side ext. mirror vibrates inside it's housing, in normal conditions. I'm talking about the actual glass piece inside of the mirror shell. Can I tighten something?

My dealer has been pretty useless, so any help would be tremendous! THANKS!!!

So, when I bought my '00 RX300 2 years ago, I caved and let the dealer put on their "protective" coating on the paint :chairshot: . Now, in just a couple of years, my paint looks dull, with millions of tiny surface scratches and spots, etc. Even worse; I noticed yesterday that left front fender, when you look at it just right in daylight, has what appears to be brush strokes in the paint! It looks almost like little hairs under the paint. At first I thought the car had been damaged and the fender painted by some moron with a paintbrush. Later, it occured to me that perhaps it was the moron applying my protective coating with a brush. When you stand back, or look at it in the garage, the paint looks fairly normal, and blends with the rest of the car. In the light however...!

Does anyone have any idea what I am looking at? Can I simply have the car professional waxed to remove the scratches, and I can protend the "protective" coating never happened? OR, should I not wax over the rediculous film, or whatever it is? Any help is REALLY appreciated! Thanks!

Hello!

I am considering buying a 94 GS300 with 114k for $8700.  I like the styling.  Is this a good car?  Can I esxpect the same quality and dependability as early LS400 and SC400?  I would like to buy  a LEX that can take 250k-300k miles in it's lifetime, and still have the same signature quality and quiet ride, etc.  Thanks

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wow if you lived near me I would sell you my gs300 for $6000.00, it only has 129,000 miles on it and new lexus leather interior

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yeah, that would have worked out if I wasnt on the other side of the country. Do you think that the GS400 that I mentioned would be a good buy? Thanks.

Hello!

I am considering buying a 94 GS300 with 114k for $8700. I like the styling. Is this a good car? Can I esxpect the same quality and dependability as early LS400 and SC400? I would like to buy a LEX that can take 250k-300k miles in it's lifetime, and still have the same signature quality and quiet ride, etc. Thanks

Hey everyone. Selling my 1993 Sc300  :cries: . I've been through alot of repairs for the past year. (check all the post i've had) Oh and alot of the work i've done i haven't asked advice on. lol. So its time. Found a 1997 Sc400 loaded, gold package, ect. Emaculate, One owner. You can see my car on my avatar.

<-------------- I have other pics if anyone has any questions about it. Or if anyone is interested in buying it. trying to sell it locally first, so just posting this for kicks. Later :)

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I dont know where you are in the Pac NW, I am in Portland and find some good deals in the classifieds at The Oregonian, see link below to LS400's. Check out the website, as it has many with photos, etc. Also, in addition to Autotrader.com and Craigslist, you can try automart.com, which is a more local site, I believe. I sold my 92 LS400 last year, unfortunately, but I can tell you that they sell quickly if priced right. I have seen many while I have been looking for a new Lex for myself. If you come acrossed any SC's w/ low miles please let me know. - travis

http://www.oregonlive.com/autos/used/index...in/transrch.cgi

Blake. Nice car!! Looks new. I saw in the pictures that you still have the ES too. Trouble deciding which one to drive? Good job.

Anyone know where I can find a set of 16" LS400 wheels? Any idea of they will fit a '92 LS? THANKS A LOT!

Thanks! i'll check these out! I hope its a lose screw. :D Take it easy.

travis

Anyone have a rattling in their hatch area around 70 mph? sounds like a loose screw or something, but cant hear anything when I shake door up and down. ??

Thanks a lot!

That answers my question. Thanks a lot for answering!!! I am gonna start looking today! Later

blake918 - Yeah I will, thanks, u too! ;)

Yeah I agree, The lexol is great for getting in shape, but Leatherique is best for total overhaul. Ill let you know how it turns out.

One more thing. Go on the web @ www.leatherique.com and it has lots of info and list of distributors. Good luck