Lexus IS Saloon (2005 - 2012) 220d SE-L 4d (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I dislike the common BM's and Mercs and Audis on UK roads.

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

That im flash, but i dont see why, the lexus is excellent value in terms of luxury for the price.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Same make but not the same car.

What are you likely to buy next?

A dreaded baby wagon 7 seater :(.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£15,000

When did you buy the car?

December 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Nope. Partly inexperience in buying a car on my part the dealer although an excellent service obviously will push for the best price they can get.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Unfortunately crashed my superb 2003 toyota corolla. My first love.

What was the dealer like?

Can not fault in 3 years of ownership, even though you cant help but feel they smilingly shaft you.

What's it like to drive?

The car is built as a cruiser, not a city car. Around the city the steering is heavy and turbo lag atrocious. But sit it on a motorway and the car is brilliant. it is not designed to be driver involving like a bmw, but to happily waft along with minimal effort. A lazy car for lazy drivers.

What's it like to park?

With the parking sensors it is great. without the car is big and with the huge boot lid rear visability isnt great.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing what so ever touch wood. superb car.

What's most practical about your car?

Long driveability, I love a long motorway drive now and again with the lexus firmly gripping the road and pretty quiet. Yes gear ratios are not best but will happily cruise at 70 in 6th gear as long as u do not want to take over anything.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Cruise control, and parking sensors, although i do regret not shelling out for the media option,.