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I'm just curious, I have an 02 Rx300 with Halogens, can I simply swap out my current halogens with HID bulbs? Apparently the RX300s never came with projector headlights so I'm not sure scatter would be any different anyway?

Yes they can replaced with 6000k bulbs for a bluer tint to the colour output. The stock K value on OEM bulbs is 4300.

i think 20s would be a tight fit on a rx300....however they look good on the 330 :) I think upgrading to the sport package Rx330 rims for the Rx300 would suffice....or you could hunt down a set of high polish rx300 rims(stock on the coach edition) they give off more shine without going towards too much 'bling' :)

I was initially looking to purchase a 03' 4runner off the dealership floor, black on black fully loaded with the V8, but with my luck i noticed a graphite gray pearl coach edition sitting at the lexus dealer right beside it...went inside, got a test drive, was sold instantly B) mostly for the interior, and ride....i definately feel i got my money's worth, especially considering i don't do that much off roading so the 4runner would've been overkill :whistles:

i'm not quite sure about the lexus system, but a friend of mine has an aftermarket dvd system in his BMW and it came with that feature as well(only works when car is in park) however he took it to a Electronics guru that specialized in soundsystems and all that jazz. And was able to re-wire it so it only played it drive(in front).

Winter time....the rear loves to swing out on my Rx300....however i find with very slow steady throttling thru a turn it minimizes traction loss....and leaves you with much more confidence as i've noticed My RX performs excellent otherwise int he snow....however throw a turn at it and it's something to worry about. and i can vouch for wwest's comments....they are very well put together imo :)

i have an 02 with 39000km with the same problem....i suppose this isn't under warranty is it? it's like a squealing that is audible when you start the cara fter not driving for a day or two.....quite annoying

you bet...Lexus is looking to come out with a new IS sedan with a v8 transplant as well as An IS COUPE/convertible The coupe/convertible remains strictly a rumour for now, but it makes perfect sense considering tehre isn't exactly a lexus to compete with bmw's 3 series coupe/convertibles at the moment. the e60(brand new bmw 3 series) coupes which are due in a year or so, are looking to be folding hardtop which eliminates the separation between a 3series coupe and convertible.....the new one will just be ONE. However, it is said that the M3 will maintain both variants(coupe/convertible) B)

pity....outta curiosity which lexus dealer was it? i find Northwest Lexus has amazing service, never had a problem :)

graphite gray pearl on the rx300 for sure and the flint mica(which is a very similar colour) on the rx330 :)

Very Informative posts wwest, i agree with you! it's probably the brake assist my son is feeling in the Lexus. As he's used to his base model civic which doesn't even sport ABS. And is a hellava lot lighter.

Thank you for replying, I will bring this to my father's attention next time he's in at lexus. he doesn't seem to care about the braking power but i definately don't like the idea of the brakes being so soft. Perhaps will even look into an aftermarket brake kit as well. Thanks again for letting me know i'm not the only one who thinks these brakes feel like they belong on my Huffy.

Hi, this is actually my fathers account but i just wanted to ask a quick question. I drive the Rx300 occasionally as i own my own 2002 Honda Civic..two very different cars i know, However when i am driving the speedlimit in the Lexus i find braking distance is insanely large. i mean sometimes i find myself literally pushing the brake to the floor in order to get the vehicle to come to a complete stop in time. Are all Rx300s like this? I highly doubt our brakes are gone since our car has a mere 35 000km on it. Also i am accustomed to driving an extremely light commuter car so this may be the difference i'm seeing. However, i feel that the Lexus should have possibly bigger brakes with more stopping power.

A stain on the HOOD of the car?....on the paint...i ddn't know tumeric was taht strong! The wheels...i guess you could use a rim cleaner from the local automotive store. A claybar might take out the tumeric residue...but i'm not sure...your best bet is call a really good detailer...and have them take a look at it....and ask them how much they will charge to clean it. They'll probably claybar/polish/wax the paint restoring to new.

Do you guys clean ur tires with a brush or something before you apply the tire shine? I have an all purpose spray which cleans/protects vinyl and rubber...so i can use it on my interior dash as well as my tires. Like the zaino product....it does not give it the "bling bling" look but definately shines clean!