Lexus IS Saloon (1999 - 2005) 2.0 SE 4d (Navigator) (2004/54) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Good taste!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They like it but I didn't buy it for them! Engine & exhaust sound so good you can't help smiling when you put your foot down.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Only if some mad idiot wrote this one off!!

What are you likely to buy next?

Torn between new IS250 and BMW330d. Wish Lexus would release IS350 in UK and improve Co2!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

November 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got 6k off a 12mth old car with 2k miles on clock :-)

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Liked the look of the car and knew lots of toys came as standard

What was the dealer like?

Usual brilliant Lexus style.

What's it like to drive?

Great rear-wheel driving character. Engine comes on-cam at 4600rpm with added punch and just sounds great! Very grippy but very thirsty. Character makes up for that though. Wish it had limited slip diff.

What's it like to park?

Previous car was a Focus hatch but didn't take long to get used to the saloon. Handy reversing beeper confirms you've selected reverse and not 1st gear when rushing away from lights!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing major. Dealer replaced clutch at 18k miles after I complained of judder and they also replaced my rims AFTER warranty expired. Lexus really do live up to their customer satisfaction awards!

What's most practical about your car?

Boot is big enough for my motocross gear. Interior has enough space for 5 people. Tobar can be fitted for trailer.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Motorised sat-nav screen! I remember feeling awe first time the dealer surprised me with it. Whole car is just a gadget :-)