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At least, while there were plenty of other things we admired about the car, the way it responded to bumps and brows wasn't one of them. So now here's the SE, one step down the IS200 ladder and one group down for insurance. I still think an extra few weeks' work on the front-end styling would have helped the overall appearance, and I haven't lost my active dislike for the scab-on-pale-skin rear light design, but in general this is a neat-looking contender in the compact executive class. You certainly can't fault the IS200 for fit or finish, inside or out. This is where you have to acknowledge the whole ethos of Lexus, which is to be the Toyota group's premium brand. Build quality of this standard just isn't available in more run-of-the-mill two-litre saloons. And there's no denying that the IS200 has the most beautiful array of chronometer-style instruments, not just in its class but of any saloon on the market, far more elegant than absolutely any kind of all-digital display. I said at the time of our IS200 Sport test that if I owned one of these cars I'd want to take the instrument panel into the house with me at night, and that's still the case. The SE even had me paying unusual attention to the fuel economy gauge, as I tried to keep the needle hovering around the 40mpg mark on a long trip on French autoroutes. The SE comes with 17" alloy wheels and the low profile tyres which I think are as unnecessary here as they are on a whole lot of other cars. In daily use, let's face it, ride quality is more important than anything like on-the-limit handling. People who insist on taking the opposite view just aren't living in the real world. Yet the SE felt more composed than the Sport, still with the same very accurate steering, on a trip which also included a fair amount of country-road driving. Maybe Geography Matters Mind you, it was country-road driving well away from the CARkeys neck of the woods, and that may be the significant point. Our cousins on the Continent - and in Lexusland - just don't see the point of starting to create a road network by tarring over bumpy bits of landscape. They flatten the bumps out first. The SE interior is well presented, with seats upholstered in a mixture of leather and perforated velour. I thought the leather-trimmed and just-the-right-size steering wheel is the kind of thing some manufacturers would offer as an extra-cost option rather than standard. Rear cabin space is middling for the class, but I was impressed by the amount of luggage the boot would take. A couple of us transferred clobber that had seemed to fill most of the room in the back of a big 4x4, yet the Lexus swallowed it without any problem. As with the Sport, the smooth-running two-litre VVT-i engine sounded really fine, and the metal-topped gear lever of the six-speed manual box snuck sweetly through the well-stacked forward ratios. Wafting along the motorways, the SE was a relaxed cruiser, but on ordinary main roads it didn't seem to have much "bite". There's no sensation of an abundance of torque anywhere in the rev range. Overall, there seems to be something holding the IS200 back unless you really give it the works, although that may be an illusion brought about by how smoothly it runs. If anything thing I've said here suggests that I didn't enjoy the SE, that's by no means the impression I mean to give. I liked this car a lot, and I can see that running one every day would be a pleasure. You can't beat quality, after all. The standard warranty runs for three years or 60,000 miles, but it can be extended to an extra year for £495, or two years for £870, up to a limit of seven years and 140,000 miles. If you want the Lexus Navigator System, add £2340 to the price quoted below. And bear in mind that if you want Navigator plus something from the Bespoke Colour Portofolio then there's a waiting time of up to three months. One of these days I'll ask how much a spare instrument array would cost, just to have as an ornament on the wall somewhere. Price: £20,235 Capacity: 1998cc Power: 153bhp 0-62mph: 9.5 seconds Maximum speed: 134mph Economy: 36.2mpg extra urban, 29.1mpg combined CO2 emissions: 231g/km Insurance: Group 12 Lexus figures. 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Please login/register to access a lot more useful features like creating your own product list etc. SHOPPING > Cars > Cars (By Manufacturer) > Lexus > Lexus IS Lexus > Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v from (5 offers) · Product Information User car reviews (22) Write your own review Expert Reviews (17) Ask a question ... Lexus, on the other hand, had just released their new executive saloon challenger: the IS200. Available in three flavours, S, SE and Sport, the IS200 offered rear wheel drive, a sweet-sounding straight six-cylinder engine and by an amazing fluke of Japanese ingenuity even the entry level ... Read review WHAT DO YOU THINK? Recommend it (21) Don't recommend it (1) I own it (1) Offers for Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v Compare PricesProduct InformationCar ReviewsExpert Reviews Questions 1 to 5 out of 5 offers for Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v sorted by: Price Lexus IS 200 2.0 Sport Cross 5dr HPI Clear, Electric Seats, Sunroof &amp; AC, Alarm/immobiliser, Cruise control, Driver ... more and passenger airbags, Electric tilt/slidesunroof, Full size spare wheel, Heated frontseats, Locking wheel nuts, Rear wiper, Tonneaucover, Traction control, O... Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Redhill £ 4,980.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk LEXUS IS 200 2.0 Se 4Dr Saloon One touch open on drivers window, ABS+EBD+Brake assist, Speed sensitive power steering, ... more Remote fuel flap and bootlid/tailgate release,Door ajar warning, Electric rear view mirror, RDSstereo radio/CD player with 6 CD .... 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The Lexus IS200 is a very pretty car, with teardrop headlamps blending into a swooping bonnet with a bulging centre pretending to hide a supercharger under its cover. It doesn't matter what angle you look at the IS200 from, it is pretty, from those delicate headlamps to the large rear light clusters. But its those large rear light clusters that dictate the colour you must go for: they are bristling with brightness and encased in a chrome ......to lose their temper. Lexus eventually brought out the three-litre IS300 in an attempt to stave off the hacks demands and I've even heard tell of a Toyota Altezza derivative in Japan that boasts a 4.3 litre BMW M3 beating engine, though I've not had chance to sample it myself. Inside the IS200 the cabin is big enough to hold four large adults comfortably, though it isn't the most roomy of environments. The suspension is firm and sporty ... more I'd always promised myself a BMW Three-series by the time I was 21. Sadly, the big 2-1 came round and no BMW was in sight, not even remotely. I'd had an Austin Metro and a Ford Capri and at that time was driving around in a clapped out 1984 Honda Accord, desperately trying to make ends meet, and despite the plethora of Taylors Estate Agents driving around in the most sought after German saloon there was little chance of me owning one.Being realistic I decided to reset my goal and was determined to own a BMW Three-series by the time I was thirty.Six years later my fortunes had changed and the chance to own my dream car was upon me. Own is probably the wrong adjective to use: this was going to be a company car purchase, but nonetheless it was me choosing it, me setting the level of equipment, and me who was going to be responsible for it for the next three years. I couldn't wait.I wanted rear wheel drive. I wanted that sweet-sounding straight six-cylinder engine. I wanted climate control and cruise control, toys galore. I wanted a BMW 320SE.Sadly, a trip to the BMW dealership revealed my worst fears: a 320 of any description was outside of my budget, especially as I was looking for an automatic gearbox as well. Even a 318 was pushing my luck. It was time to reset my goals once again (after all, I was only 27, three more years to go til I was 30).Lexus, on the other hand, had just released their new executive saloon challenger: the IS200. Available in three flavours, S, SE and Sport, the IS200 offered rear wheel drive, a sweet-sounding straight six-cylinder engine and by an amazing fluke of Japanese ingenuity even the entry level S model provided a six-disc CD player and climate control, plus cruise control if you took the automatic option, which I wanted.I didn't need to test drive the car, I just wanted it. The S specification model with automatic gearbox came in �2000 cheaper than its equivalent BMW and just scraped in to the company car budget. I wasted no time in placing my order.Of the three models, very little in the way of on-board specification is different. Standard spec across the range includes the already mentioned chassis and engine, speed-sensitive power steering, climate control, six-disc CD changer (built into the dashboard for convenience) electric windows all round, electric folding mirrors, automatic boot release, fly-by-wire electronic throttle, traction control (with extra Snow button), front fog lights and remote central locking. All come as standard with a superb six-speed gearbox or a four-speed automatic option is available on the S and SE models; you do get cruise control as standard if you go for the automatic. Satellite Navigation is optional across the range, though you do lose the cup-holders if you have this fitted to make way for the system's remote control. What a shame. Not a problem to us, but the Americans will hate losing their precious cup-holders.At the entry level S spec model, all this comes packaged with sixteen inch alloy wheels and a cloth interior and airbags are provided for the driver, passenger and at the sides. Move up to the SE model and the wheels become the seventeen inch variety, half-leather/suede interior replaces the cloth and a sunroof is fitted; the SE also benefits from extra speakers and a slightly different stereo system, just in case the six quality speakers in the S haven't already managed to rupture your eardrums; additionally, heated and electric seats are standard at this level. Glutonous speed freaks can opt for the Sport model which features lowered and stiffened suspension, a neat rear spoiler, aluminium drilled pedals and a limited slip differential for improved handling, though you don't get the automatic option at this level.I was happy to go with the S option as it fit all my needs. I had just one stipulation: it had to be silver. The Lexus IS200 is a very pretty car, with teardrop headlamps blending into a swooping bonnet with a bulging centre pretending to hide a supercharger under its cover. It doesn't matter what angle you look at the IS200 from, it is pretty, from those delicate headlamps to the large rear light clusters. But its those large rear light clusters that dictate the colour you must go for: they are bristling with brightness and encased in a chrome panel which against the silver paintwork (or the grey at a push) look absolutely fabulous, but against anything darker (black, for instance) they stand out like bulging alien eyes. The designers didn't quite account for this when they put the car together and as exterior image goes, a dark colour does not do the car justice from the rear.Climbing into the IS200 is a treat in itself. Even in the S level car you are close to the ground and the sporty three-spoke leather-clad steering wheel gives you a feeling of excitement and speed. The dashboard is laid out in a functional yet exciting way, with the heating controls all large dials that feel nice to the touch and turn with a light click that is satisfying. The stereo is littered with buttons that are all fun to press and it sounds magnificent when turned up. Further down are the controls for the heated seats (if fitted) and the traction control. In front of you is the dashboard itself, and what a sight to behold this is.The dials are laid out in a unique chronograph fashion. Think Breitling or Tag Heuer watch and you've got the speedometer with the econometer, temperature and volt meter inset. The dark dials are peppered with white numerics and large orange needles allow you to read the displays quickly and easily. When you first drive this car you find yourself staring at that extraordinary layout a bit too much and I would advise anybody enamoured with it to stop the car and stare at it for a while until you've got used to it. Three years after taking delivery I would still stare in wonder at the way the needles were depicted.Close the door and start the car and you hear the engine burble into life. At low revs the engine is quiet, almost inaudible within the cabin and while driving there is an acceptable level of engine noise within the car itself; throttle down hard, however, and that straight-six lets out a howl of delight all the way to the rev limiter and should you find yourself in a spot of bother you can be sure that the huge disc brakes will bring you to a controlled halt, the anti-lock braking system minimising loss of control all the way to zero. Acceleration and braking are very well balanced in the IS200 and the driver is left feeling very much in control. Hit the bends and the chassis responds equally as well, thrilling you with its rear-wheel drive handling but reigning you in through the traction control when things get a little hairy.It's oft been said that the IS200 is under-powered, but I never found that. Against its immediate rivals I always found it a more than worthy competitor, but I think the chassis is so good that it always felt it could take a little bit more than the engine could give and that may be where the journalists started to lose their temper. Lexus eventually brought out the three-litre IS300 in an attempt to stave off the hacks demands and I've even heard tell of a Toyota Altezza derivative in Japan that boasts a 4.3 litre BMW M3 beating engine, though I've not had chance to sample it myself.Inside the IS200 the cabin is big enough to hold four large adults comfortably, though it isn't the most roomy of environments. The suspension is firm and sporty but you don't get out of the car at the end of a long drive feeling weary, though it won't leave you feeling completely relaxed, either.The biggest downside to this car is its boot space. The rear seats don't fold down, so you are restricted to a rather cramped load space, made even more restrictive by the fact that the bootlid hinges intrude into the load space; on the competitive BMW the hinges are hydraulic struts that lower into the rear wings, meaning no load space is lost, but on the Lexus they swoop down into the boot itself meaning large hard objects will not fit at all and you have to plan your packing to make sure only soft, maleable items are on the top that the hinges won't damage.Over three years I had just one minor issue with the car, which was fixed by the dealer without any problems, and on one occasion just a couple of months before handing it back a plastic panel protecting the underside came loose, prompting a call to the RAC. Besides these two tiny issues, nothing else went wrong with the car (it's Japanese, see? The word Japanese might as well be adopted into the English language as Reliable) and the dealer's service was exceptional, as was their pricing for servicing such an executive model.Today, the S model kicks off at around �18'995 without options such as sat nav or automatic, but when I brought the car it was �21'995. Prices in Britain are steadily coming down, but this entry level Japanese saloon carries as much spec as a well-equipped Golf GTi for a slightly cheaper price and while the Golf is undoubtedly a fun car, the Lexus' rear-wheel drive chassis is just that little bit more fun.If I were to be given the chance to own one again I would in a flash, but let's not forget that Steve Coogan's colourful character, Alan Partridge, did nothing for the car's image and his ill-fated meeting with the "sex people", where he referred to a group of Lexus as Lexi has left the IS200 suffering a little in the image department.Still, after the IS200 I reached the tender age of thirty and, following a brief stint in a rather stupid Subaru, I got my BMW Three-series. I would have swapped it for my older IS200 any day. ...less markd_uk 27.09.2004 Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpful Review of Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v Value for Money Road Handling Comfort Features Fuel consumption Looks Beautiful Car ... but with very irritating flaw. Advantages: Features, Build Quality, Safety, Looks, ReliableDisadvantages: Painfully Under-Powered at Low Revs ...self employed) was a Silver Lexus IS200, The SE (Special Equipment Version). I very much doubt you'll have any idea just how badly (prior to getting one of these, that is) I wanted to have one of these - even if you do regard the car as being desireable, I still feel that my (albeit highly subjective) sentiments for 'top-tier' Japanese cars - might make me seem to some people as perhaps even a bit weird! You see ... I have always put what I have ......get a 'Fully-Loaded' as Standard Lexus IS200 with the following spec: Air Conditioning with Climate Control, Heated Leather Seats, Totally Electrically Adjustable 6 Speaker Sound System with 6-Disc Autochanger Built-in, Elec Windows, Elec Folding and heated Wing Mirrors, 2-Litre 6 Cylinder 153BHP Variable Valve Timing 24-Valve All Alloy Engine 6 Speed Manual Close Ratio Gearbox 17" 5-Spoke Alloys Electronically Managed Traction Control, Stability ... Whinger 05.08.2004 (25.08.2004) · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpfulReview of Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v Road HandlingComfortFuel consumptionLooks Pleasure seekers apply here. Advantages: Stylish, bullet proof build, tons of equipment and not a BMW.Disadvantages: Poor fuel consumption and performance for it's class and not a BMW. ...like a sports saloon. Lexus is the luxury division of Toyota, formed several years ago when Toyota realised that nobody was going to buy one of their cars instead of a BMW 7 series or Mercedes S Class, no matter how good it was. They needed to create a premium brand car, which normally takes decades, with an immediate presence. This led to the Lexus LS400, which was superb but did not have the brand impact to impress European snob values. Years ......In 1999, Lexus launched the IS200 � aimed at the executive sports saloon market. King of the sports saloons was, and still is, the BMW 3 series. Fine engines, great driving experience, bags of driveway kudos and built so solidly that you would think it was carved out of granite. Nobody in Europe has been able to shift the 3 series from the top of every thrusting exec�s wish list (who said yuppies were a thing of the past) but Lexus were undaunted ... eduardob 29.01.2004 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpfulReview of Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v Road HandlingComfortFuel consumptionLooks Having owned one for a year what do I think? Advantages: Customer Service, Build Quality, Value for MoneyDisadvantages: Alloy Wheel Salt Erosion Pitting I purchased my Lexus IS 200 SE Auto in October 2003. Having owned and Audi, a Mercedes and a BMW I was immediately struck by the professionalism and keenness of the staff at the dealership. A sort of eagerness to please I had not seen in many years. That feeling is something I still get now whenever I deal with them. The IS 200 is not an uncommon car. You see lots of them around, rather like the ubiquitous 3 series BMW. However, the point is ......latest 3 series BMW the Lexus will struggle through the twisty bits, but it remains safe and composed at all times. Against the latest Mercedes C-Class the match is fairer, as both these cars are heavier than the BMW and have a tendency toward press-on understeer when pushed into corners. So having owned one for almost a year what do I think? Well, the car is very easy to live with. The only minor glitch was the salt erosion pitting in the ... FantasticMrFox 12.08.2004 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpfulReview of Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v Road HandlingComfortFuel consumptionLooks Lexus IS200, Bit unsure at first, but now... read on !!! Advantages: Looks great, sounds great, really comfortuble.Disadvantages: Traction Control to Cautious ...reviews! Ok, so the Lexus is200. I purchased this car a few months ago now so i have had a good amount of time to get used to it and find out all the good and bad points about it. At first i was a little unsure about this car, it looked great, both inside and out, but there was just something about it that made me a little unsure. I think it was just the brand Lexus, did it mean people would turn around and look at the lovely black tinted windows ......this might just be a Lexus thing. Ok, so now to some good points! Fuel Consumption, i have found the car isn't using that much fuel any more, i am starting to get around 30 - 40 mpg which i am very impressed with for the size of the car. I must just have been driving a little exited when i first got the car! You find that you start driving in gear 6 all over the place just to watch your consumption gauge stay on 80mpg! Automatic headlights are very ... mrmcminn 07.07.2010 (04.08.2010) · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpfulReview of Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v Road HandlingComfortFuel consumptionLooks Similar Cars Product Information Related tags Compare products Gift ideas Cars similar to Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v » Rate it now bosch gbh24v Electric/Power Drill - Hammer Drill, Rotary Hammer Drill Buy now for only £289.99 Rate it now kgv24v01 Refrigerators - Freestanding - Energy Efficiency: A - Total Capac ... Buy now for only £321.00 Rate it now bosch psb 24v Electric/Power Drill - Nickel Battery Rate it now draper 89394 24v Electric/Power Drill - Nickel Battery Rate it now 24v 250w DJ Lighting - Ray/Beam Effects Rate it now kdv 24v00 Refrigerator, Refrigerators - Freestanding - Energy Efficiency: A ... Product Information for "Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v" » Product details Body Type Saloon, Estate Available Trims SE; Sport Fuel Type Petrol Classification Luxury Car, Luxury Sports Car Country of Origin USA Range Lexus IS Range + Engine Type IS 200 2.0 24v, IS200 2.0, IS 200 2.0 Manufacturer Lexus Transmission type 6 Speed Manual Gearbox, 6 Speed - (Manual); 4 Speed - (Automatic) CO2 Emissions 231 g/km - (Man), 231 g/km - (Man) / 237 g/km - (Auto), 233 g/km - (Man) Emissions Class EU3 Number of Doors 4 Acceleration (0 - 62 mph) 9.5 seconds - (Man) Maximum Speed (mph) 134 Warranty 3 years / 60000 miles Cylinders 6 Fuel Capacity (litres) 70 Torque 144@4600 lb/ft Driven Wheels Rear (RWD) Insurance Group 13, 12 Engine Size (cc) 1988 Towing Limit (kg) 1200 Boot Capacity (litres) 400, 1046 Power 153 Type Car Height 1405, 1420, 1430 Width 1725 Length 4400, 4505 Weight 1455, 1485 Ciao Listed on Ciao since 07/06/2000 Manufacturer's product description Lexus present the IS200 2.0 24v Sport 4dr Saloon with 6 Speed Manual Gearbox, Rear (RWD) running on Unleaded Petrol Related tags for Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v » Gumtree Lexus IS 200 Carmony Lexus IS200 24v DC Cables Lexus IS Lexus 24v 24v TO 12v Power Supply 24v DC 24 V AC Adapter 24v Compare Lexus IS 200 2.0 24v to other similar Lexus » similar by Body Type (Estate) Lexus IS 300 3.0 24v Beautiful styling, smooth engine None! 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Sign up to Gold membership (2 Pages) 1 2 → You cannot start a new topic You cannot reply to this topic Lexus Is200 Se Nav #1 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 12 February 2010 - 12:19 AM Reg end of 1999 Mot end of Nov 2010 Tax May 2010 Sat nav version with heated seats 6 speed Manual Leather/Alcantara Carbon fibre dash New Carbon fibre effect 18" alloys Lexus service history All owners handbooks etc Lovely drive £2500 Attached File(s) is200 6 blank.jpg (237.89K) Number of downloads: 1 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #2 dave1 Club Post Guru Group: Gold Members Posts: 2,091 Joined: 14-May 06 Gender:Male Location:Coventry Lexus Model:GS430SE Nav Auto Posted 13 February 2010 - 09:38 PM wow300, on Feb 12 2010, 12:19 AM, said:Lexus is200 se navigator Lovely car to own and drive Silver 1999 Private plate Mot Nov 24th 2010 Tax May 2010 132000 miles but feels like 50,000 built in sat nav 6 speed Manual Leather/Alcantara Drives faultless Everything works as is should Excellent condition inside and out �3200 ono pm any questions �3200 ? or is that a typo. 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #3 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 15 February 2010 - 08:29 PM No not a typo mate, that's the price or near offer or swap maybe. 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #4 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 19 February 2010 - 01:15 AM .. 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #5 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 08 March 2010 - 07:45 PM Need this gone now �2500 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #6 dw1921 Member Group: Members Posts: 32 Joined: 05-March 10 Gender:Male Location:Blackburn west lothian Lexus Model:is200 Posted 08 March 2010 - 11:24 PM wow300, on Mar 8 2010, 07:45 PM, said:Need this gone now �2500 hey im a new member on the hunt for a is can you email me the pics? it wont let me view them dwcars16@hotmail.com cheers derek 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #7 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 09 March 2010 - 12:58 AM email sent 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #8 griderjn Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 142 Joined: 29-August 09 Gender:Male Lexus Model:'99 RS200z 6MT Posted 17 March 2010 - 09:18 AM is this car still for sale? 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #9 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 17 March 2010 - 12:36 PM Yes still for sale bud 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #10 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 18 March 2010 - 09:00 PM Now on ebay, if interested let me know mate 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #11 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 27 March 2010 - 02:30 PM Got to go.. reserve �1950 bargain for someone.. http://cgi.ebay.co.u...#ht_1630wt_1167 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #12 lexynik Club Post Guru Group: Members Posts: 1,089 Joined: 06-January 10 Gender:Male Location:sussex Lexus Model:discovery ES Posted 27 March 2010 - 03:48 PM wow300, on 27 March 2010 - 02:30 PM, said: Got to go.. reserve �1950 bargain for someone.. http://cgi.ebay.co.u...#ht_1630wt_1167 hello mate-i was bein nosey looking at your car pics on ebay and noticed the carbon fibre-did the car come like that or is it an inlay kit or wrap ? it looks like a proper kit from what i can tell around the heater switches-might be worth mentioning it in the ad as a lot of people seem to like the cf look and on yours the weave all goes the same way and matches up nicely 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #13 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 28 March 2010 - 07:42 AM I am not to sure, i have searched around and not seen any others like it, so i think its a kit, it does look totally spot on i must admit. Auction ended wrong time , wrong night so i still have it.... 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #14 lexynik Club Post Guru Group: Members Posts: 1,089 Joined: 06-January 10 Gender:Male Location:sussex Lexus Model:discovery ES Posted 28 March 2010 - 10:46 AM it looks like the kind of kits you can get to achieve different dash finishes - ie differing woods,maple,mahogony,rosewood and other effects -carbon fibre-aluminium - if its one of those theyre not cheap and are quite time consuming to fit initially-i think ive seen them on ebay usa as i was toying with the idea of a wood effect one when i first got my lex - it ought to be a good selling point worth mentioning in your ads as may attract some attention for being different and yet nice quality 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #15 dw1921 Member Group: Members Posts: 32 Joined: 05-March 10 Gender:Male Location:Blackburn west lothian Lexus Model:is200 Posted 01 April 2010 - 09:35 PM man i really wish my redundancy would hurry the hell up and id have this off u bud 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #16 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 02 April 2010 - 08:53 AM dw1921, on 01 April 2010 - 09:35 PM, said: man i really wish my redundancy would hurry the hell up and id have this off u bud Hi, well if you want to send a deposit i will keep it for you bud. its not being used so no fear of anything happening to it. 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #17 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 05 April 2010 - 07:46 PM .. 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #18 lexynik Club Post Guru Group: Members Posts: 1,089 Joined: 06-January 10 Gender:Male Location:sussex Lexus Model:discovery ES Posted 05 April 2010 - 08:36 PM wow - persevere with it mate - ive only just managed to sell my 4x4 i had before the lex after 3 weeks in the paper - no serious offers - 10 mins parked at the side of a main road with a for sale sign in the window and it went for full asking price-i dont know if everyones worried about money or what but i was starting to think i would have to re-insure it - have you tried a for sale sign in tthe window ? 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #19 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 06 April 2010 - 11:09 AM No its just parked on my drive now, but ye good idea, will try that if it does not sell. 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ #20 wow300 Advanced Member Group: Gold Members Posts: 373 Joined: 31-October 05 Gender:Male Location:Devon Lexus Model:GS300 SPORT Posted 26 April 2010 - 08:28 PM New alloys fitted... 0 Back to top of the page up there ^ ← Previous Topic Cars For Sale Next Topic → Share this topic: (2 Pages) 1 2 → You cannot start a new topic You cannot reply to this topic Delete Post Remove From View The post may still be visible to moderators in this topic Reason: Delete From Topic The post will be removed from this topic completely Skin and Language Language: Execution Stats Time Now: Dec 12 2010 09:16 AM Back To Top Forum Home Delete My Cookies Mark Board As Read Community Forum Software by IP.Board Licensed to: Lexus Owners Club Text only version || LOGIN REGISTER NEWSLETTER Home NEWS REVIEWS PRODUCTS COMPARE CARS VIDEOS BUYING USED CARS NEW CARS MOTORSHOWS COMPETITIONS 6 ISSUES FOR £1 Search Car Reviews: You're in - Car Reviews: Used Car Tests Lexus IS200 Car buyers were won over by the LS400 at launch Auto Express Car Reviews October 2002 The key to Lexus's success is its marketing - 13 years ago, the Japanese luxury marque was unheard of. And while its sister company, Toyota, had a peerless reputation for reliability, Lexus still wasn't really a brand that could cut it with the likes of Mercedes, BMW and Jaguar in the golf club car park.Enter the LS400, introduced in late 1989 and loaded up to the eyeballs with standard equipment. Lexus made no secret of its target market, and in addition to being as well built as its main rivals - the 7-Series and S-Class - the LS was sumptuous, luxurious and incredibly good value.Canny buyers were won over by its sensible pricing, and the car's success paved the way for a raft of new Lexus models - firstly the 5-Series-rivalling GS300 in 1995, then the stunning compact executive IS200 in 1999.The latter's triumph has been nothing short of phenomenal - the IS has become the fastest-selling Lexus ever, and dealers still have waiting lists now.Its popularity can be explained partly by Lexus's carefully engineered image, but has more so due to with the car's abilities. A finely balanced rear-wheel-drive chassis and slick six-speed gearbox, plus the smooth six-cylinder 2.0-litre engine, tempted many potential BMW buyers, while Toyota's legendary reliability is also displayed by the IS.Checklist * Front foglights are often cracked, so beware as replacements cost ΂£100. * dirt on the spark plugs can cause problems with starting in hot weather. * Door latches on IS are often stiff, so lubricate front door pins regularly. * Check front seatbelts are stowed away properly to avoid annoying rattle. Glass's View Buyers have taken to the IS200 on both the new and used markets, says Glass's Consumer Values. And despite a decline in the compact executive sector over the past year, the Lexus still holds its value well. Even the oldest three-year-old ones are worth more than 60 per cent of their new value - you won't find many for under ΂£12,000, or ΂£14,000 for a Sport, and they get snapped up quickly... My Lexus IS200... After looking at other choices in the compact executive market, Ross Meigh decided an IS200 was for him. "The Mercedes C-Class was too boring, the Jaguar X-Type a bit pricey and I wasn't very sure about the image of the BMW 3-Series," he told us. "A lot of people think BMW drivers are idiots, whereas with the Lexus you don't attract the same unwanted attention."Ross is a big fan of his black SE, the second IS200 he has owned in three years. "It has everything I want," he continued. "I like sporty cars, but also need something that's comfortable and has four doors, because I have children." Ross, 33, works as a marketing director in Heathrow, west London, and covers about 12,000 miles annually, most of which is local commuting.However, he does several motorway trips a year and has recently driven the Lexus to Munich and back on business. "It's a fantastic car," he added. "It feels well built, is great to drive and very smooth at speed. A Lexus isn't an obvious choice, but you soon appreciate what it has to offer." What Next COMPARE CAR LOANS COMPARE CAR INSURANCE For more breaking car news and reviews, subscribe to Auto Express magazine. We'll give you 6 issues for £1 and a free gift! < Previous Next > 0 Comment Be the first to comment on this article You need to register to post comments. Existing members can log in below to comment, otherwise click here to join. Email: Password: Sponsored Results Social Bookmarks Link to this article: For more details about purchasing this feature and/or images for editorial usage, please contact the Dennis Syndication team on pictures@dennis.co.uk Email a Friend Print this Pictures - Advertisement - Sponsored Results VERDICT As the IS300 didn't arrive until last October, it's pretty rare on the second-hand market - so the IS200 is the only real used choice, and all are well specced. If you're a keen driver, go for the Sport, otherwise pick up an S or SE. Steer clear of grey imports, called Altezzas. They're cheap, but lose value, and some parts are difficult to get. OTHER EXPENSES Depreciation:5 Running costs (ppm):56-80p Insurance groups:12-15 HISTORY 1999: Lexus IS200 introduced to UK, available in three spec levels. Base S has climate control, four airbags, a six-CD changer and 16-inch alloys. SE gets 17-inch wheels, plus an electric sunroof, eight-speaker sound system and suede-effect seat facings. Sport features a rear spoiler, chrome exhaust and performance suspension. All have 155bhp 2.0-litre six-cylinder engine, and choice of six-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. 2000: New entry-level 2.0 launched with narrower tyres and fabric seats. 2001: IS300 appears, with 211bhp 3.0-litre six-cylinder unit from GS300, plus 'E-Shift' sequential semi-automatic gearbox. Sportcross estate introduced, with same 3.0-litre engine and transmission. 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Its triumph was nothing short of phenomenal, the IS has become the fastest-selling Lexus ever, offering a finely balanced rear wheel drive chassis and smooth six speed gearbox in addition to a refined six cylinder 2.0-litre engine.Selection of vehicles currently available IS 200 2.0 £6,975 Registration:AP05HJDMileage:36,985Year:Aug 2005Fuel:PetrolTransmission:ManualView detailsColour: Finished in Metallic Antimony with Black Cloth interiorLocation:NorwichBody style:Saloon IS 200 2.0 SE £7,975 Registration:EY05VLRMileage:52,300Year:Mar 2005Fuel:PetrolTransmission:ManualView detailsColour: Finished in Metallic Platinum ice with Black Leather interiorLocation:NorwichBody style:Saloon IS 200 2.0 SE £8,450 Registration:FD05AYHMileage:31,573Year:Jun 2005Fuel:PetrolTransmission:ManualView detailsColour: Finished in Metallic Antimony with Black Exmoor Leather interiorLocation:BristolBody style:Saloon IS 200 2.0 SE £5,750 Registration:GP03JUVMileage:39,984Year:Jun 2003Fuel:PetrolTransmission:ManualView detailsColour: Finished in Metallic Royal sapphire with Beige Velour - Leather interiorLocation:WolverhamptonBody style:Saloon IS 200 2.0 SE £7,995 Registration:GU54WTWMileage:43,800Year:Sep 2004Fuel:PetrolTransmission:ManualView detailsColour: Finished in Metallic Platinum ice with Beige Leather interiorLocation:Tunbridge WellsBody style:Saloon IS 200 2.0 SE £6,980 Registration:NV05MLJMileage:70,612Year:May 2005Fuel:PetrolTransmission:ManualView detailsColour: Finished in Metallic Platinum ice with Black Exmoor Leather interiorLocation:Stockton On TeesBody style:Saloon IS 200 2.0 SE £6,450 Registration:GP04YZTMileage:35,896Year:Jul 2004Fuel:PetrolTransmission:ManualView detailsColour: Finished in Metallic Royal sapphire with Black Leather interiorLocation:LeedsBody style:Saloon IS 200 2.0 SE £7,495 Registration:HG54ELUMileage:40,303Year:Nov 2004Fuel:PetrolTransmission:AutomaticView detailsColour: Finished in Metallic Granite sky with Black Leather interiorLocation:BradfordBody style:Saloon IS 200 2.0 SE £9,000 Registration:LM05NWSMileage:48,473Year:Jun 2005Fuel:PetrolTransmission:AutomaticView detailsColour: Finished in Metallic Persian quartz with Beige Oakham Velour interiorLocation:TwickenhamBody style:Saloon Used IS 200 Saloon 2.0 CarsUsed IS 200 Saloon 2.0 Limited Edition CarsUsed IS 200 Saloon 2.0 S CarsUsed IS 200 Saloon 2.0 SE CarsUsed IS 200 Saloon 2.0 Sport CarsISGSLSRXSCHomeApproved pre-owned homeUSED IS 200 SALOON CARSFollow us © 2010 Toyota (GB) PLC - Lexus Division.Technology GlossaryHelpLegalSitemapContact usCloseLoading....LEXUSInvalid SearchYou must enter a valid postcode and also select at least one model to perform a search.ContinueLEXUSCompare Limit ReachedYou can only have a maximum of 3 vehicles in your compare collection, adding another will remove one already in your collection.CancelContinueLEXUSTechnology Glossary