IS_Willie

I'm kind of curious... I have seen a few posts about the running lights, and, no judgment here, but why are daytime running lights an issue for you?

I just found out about this guy... Detailing Here are his rates: Prices

In the mean time... here is something to maybe look forward to: IS Coupe Rumors Or, how about this for 2011?

That reminds me of a story a friend told me about a time when he drove a tow truck for AAA. He responded to a call outside a bar, where he found a VERY inebriated young woman, who was upset and crying. She proceeded to tell my friend that she needed to have him unlock her car, as she had locked her keys inside. My friend walked over to the car, reached in through the OPEN CONVERTIBLE TOP, pulled her keys out of the ignition and handed them to her.

This should be a sticky. I would love to be able to check in from time to time, to see what kind of wheels everyone has chosen, and what I might like for my own IS!

Excellent info barkat. I usually just use a spray detailer between washes, but I'm going to try the Michelin product. Thanks!

Sweet!! Looking good! I use the slot for my regs and ins. card. I guess you could use it for garage access cards for work, etc.

Sorry for the long lag in replying! I do indeed miss that 100 hp, but I don't miss 13.5 mpg! My car still has less than 1000 miles, and is already getting 18.5 mpg. Honestly, I am crazier about this car than I was about the G35.

Agreed... 777 here, and they were doing everything they could to make sure that I drove out in a new Lexus! Keep in mind though that it depends on whether you are intending to purchase or lease. Generally, you have to have a higher score to lease than to buy, and it will make a difference as to how much you have to put down to get a decent payment. Also, you can't really rely on your score as you get it from the big three, (Experian, TRW, Equifax), because they calculate a bit differently at the dealer. (To their benefit, of course). My report from the big three showed my score at 830, but only 777 from the dealers report.

This is a great resource to not only see what tires are compatible with your car, but also view different wheels on it, and compare prices! Tire Rack

Sweet! Gonna do anything to it... you know, the slippery slope of modifications?

I have an Escort mounted on the windshield. Texas must be one of the few states in which it is illegal to have a detector, huh? I aam pretty sure NJ is illegal also. tx will LOL... Sorry. I saw the 'TX' at the end of your post and thought, "He must be from Texas!". Then, after replying, I saw your profile and realized that you are from NJ. I was rather tired yesterday, and it showed in my reply!

Just on a guess, I'd say that the dealer doesn't want to take the legal risk of inhibiting a safety feature on your car.

I have an Escort mounted on the windshield. Texas must be one of the few states in which it is illegal to have a detector, huh?

Glad you came to your senses! Now you can enjoy that beautiful new car! B) I've been in that frame of mind after making a big purchase before. I know exactly what you were feeling. My way of dealing with that as I have gotten older, (because I AM older than dust. lol), has been to do TONS of research prior to making the purchase. Sometimes it validates my decision, sometimes it reveals that it is not such a great idea. Either way, it soothes my mind at the time of laying my signature down.

So, since we're assuming, :D can I assume that you are thinking of taking the car back?? I mean no disrespect, but if not, I think that you're just spitting in the wind here. Lamenting over what you might consider to be a bad choice tells me that you bought the car for the wrong reason. It is not too difficult to spend $37k on a car with far less amenities and quality. This is far from the flagship of the Lexus line.

For me, it is a simple answer. I have worked very hard to get to a point that I can afford to have a nice car. The decision to get a Lexus was a combination of want, and practicality. The Lexus is built well, and holds its value... aside from being a great car to drive, with great style. Once I was happy with the deal I was getting, I had not one second of doubt about the purchase.

Sounds like they treated you well though. Good that the problem showed up at the dealer! Congratulations, and pics please as soon as you are able!

Hello fellow newb! IMO, as long as it is only a minor ding, it shouldn't be a problem. Back in the day, when I had my '67 Camaro, I had to purposely ding the exhaust for clearance around the 'A' arm, and it had no adverse effect... however, I think that I would be inclined to check the nearby connections, make sure that the bolts are still tight. Any change in the way the exhaust sounds?

That's gotta be a joke! I found the original post... Porting made easy... There are some very funny replies. No one can be THAT stupid, can they?

Can we see the pix? :D

I had the same issue, (but was prepared for it), going from the Infiniti G35 coupe, to the IS 250.

Beautiful!! Let the modding begin!

Congratulations! (What, no pics??)

The gas was my issue too. I jumped out of an '04 G35 in which the best in town numbers I could get were 14 mpg.