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Previous IS350 I was looking at sold, found another with NAV, Mark Levinson, and Luxury package! The dealer wanted $29900, I told them they were basically nuts. They finally agreed to get it down to $27500 and offered me $4000 for my trade. Still not happy I got them down a bit more to $26750 but they offered me $5500 for my trade which is 1500 more than anyone has offered me after trying 6 different dealers. I am almost ready to make the leap, the only thing holding me back is the color. What is everyone's thought on the color below? Is the Luxury package a good option to have for resale? What does everyone think on the deal, not bad? http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u...;standard=false

What do you guys think would be a good deal for the car I listed above? I offered the dealer $22,000 and they declined. This is after they are giving me only 4,000 for my 97 BMW 540 with under 100k, well just below at 99500. However I could probably do better selling it out right myself just don't really want to deal with that. I figure if I can get them lower on the car it will be a wash with the low amount they are giving me for the trade. Also, if I gave a Lexus dealer the vin number could they pull all the options on the car? Does Lexus mind doing that kind of thing if they are not the one selling it? I know it is hit or miss with BMW doing that for people. How does everyone like the Navigation in the IS350? It looks pretty darn sweet and this would be my first car with nav. In terms of after market upgrades, what are some must haves for all you IS350 drivers? I don't want to break the bank but I wouldn't mind adding a little more power.

Is there a way to tell if it has Mark Levinson? Is it marked on the speakers? Also, does the luxury package only offer electric tilt and memory seating/mirrors? That doesn't seem all that great for a luxury package. I know this is a Lexus board, but I am shopping Lexus against Infiniti G35. The prices are similar. Any positives with going with the IS350 over the G35? I really like the hard drive/nav capability on the G35.

Thanks for the reply and welcome! What does the Sport and Luxury package add to the car? Anyone? I getting very close to making a decision on a Lexus. How do I know the car has the sport package? I would be buying this particular car off a Infiniti dealer. They have lowered the price to $23999. Does the car below look like a good deal? http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u...;standard=false

Thanks for the reply and welcome! What does the Sport and Luxury package add to the car?

Currently I own a 97 BMW 540 and while I love the car it is just getting to the point where all my upkeep and money I am spending on it could go towards a car payment. I have been looking at newer 545's along with some 330CI ZHP's out there but I can't find the one within my price point and with all the options I would like in the car. I know BMW cars real good, but Lexus is a whole new brand for me and I am pretty much clueless. From what I have seen, 06-07' IS350's are in a good price point for me and seem like a nice enough car for me to look into getting one. I want to make sure I look into getting the correct options loaded on the car before I make the final plunge in buying one however. With that being said, what are some of the must need options I should look for? Does Lexus offer any kind of sport package or aero package like BMW? I know I want a car equipped with NAV and a good sound system along with HID lights, what else is there on the IS350? What is the main difference between a 2006 and 2007 IS350? Did they change anything big from 06 to 07? I have browsed about 10 pages on here and couldn't find much info. Is there a web site listing all available options for 06 and 07 IS350's? Or if someone could post me to another thread that would be great! TIA, Eric