Lexus IS Saloon (1999 - 2005) 2.0 SE 4d Auto (2000/W) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That's irrelevant to me. I just want to enjoy driving!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They just can't believe it's 13-years old!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Absolutely! For the money it's pretty much impossible to buy a better car to drive that is as reliable as this one.
What are you likely to buy next?
Most likely a Lexus IS 300.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,995
When did you buy the car?
March 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
The car only had one previous owner who had obviously taken very good care of it. Came with a full history.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I wanted to buy a reasonably priced, very reliable and high quality car and this one fitted the bill perfectly.
What was the dealer like?
Courteous, straightforward and helpful.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Amazing - smooth and quiet with excellent handling and braking power. It's simply pure joy to drive!
What's it like to park?
It easy to handle when parking with the power steering being just right.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing yet. Everything works, even down to the smallest detail. Sailed through the MOT.
What's most practical about your car?
That the boot can be opened remotely using the car key.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The original Lexus speaker system is simply second to none. I replaced the stereo with an up-to-date quality head unit and the sound the original speakers is able to reveal is the best I have ever heard in any car!
