Lexus IS Saloon (1999 - 2005) 2.0 SE 4d (2002/51) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I think outside the box.

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

They all like it my 20 year old son would love a go in it but as he only just passed his test my insurance company said no.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would buy an is300 next time not for the extra power just .... .....

What are you likely to buy next?

Perhaps the is300 or an Alfa 159 v6.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,100

When did you buy the car?

March 2014

Did you get a good deal and why?

I got a very good deal 2 owners , full service history and only 94k for £1100.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

It's not German.

What was the dealer like?

The seller was very honest it was the family car for the last 10 years, if his advert was better he would have got more interest and a better price however his loss is my gain.

What's it like to drive?

Not as powerful as it's 153 bhp suggests but it's not sold as a sports car , drive it like a saloon car and you won't be disappointed.

What's it like to park?

Easy now I fitted parking sensors ( it's hard to be without them when you had them on your last car ). It's got very big door mirrors.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Not a thing ok only had it a month but all seems well.

What's most practical about your car?

6 speed gear box put it on a level par with my las car ( BMW 318 auto) for mpg some say the lexus is is bad on fuel I say don't drive it so hard.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Auto head lights.