So I'm looking for an IS300 to keep my Tacoma 4x4 company. I know I want a manual trans and the LSD. Does anyone know how to determine if a car's got the LSD by looking at the VIN or are there other signs to look for? Most of the salespeople I've talked to don't know that the car can be had with a 5 speed much less if it has LSD. Is there a site that gives the differences from year to year and what kind of problem areas to look for? I've owned Toyotas my whole driving life and know how reliable they are but I also know they have their quirks. Any help would be great.
