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I am assuming that the alloy colour isnt standard then to say they have been refurbed? It was the carshop in Northampton - asked to see the only IS they had, and they tried to get me into a CT, and then a diesel Audi after actually arguing that a diesel is cheaper to run and why am I not considering a diesel. Chap then kept going on about how they sell a 100 cars a weekend and if I dont put a holding deposit down now, it may be gone. Told him numerous times I will not be pressurised into purchasing a vehicle and told him that if he mentions it again, I will just walk away. Anyway, so when I saw the IS, both the missus and I really liked it, but they refused to allow us out to drive in it until we committed to either putting a deposit down on it or buying it. So we walked away and as we were doing so, he ran behind us and tried to give me his business card (which I didnt take) which quite amused me actually

So never got round to see the one in the link above today (that will have to wait till next week now unfortunately if its still there), but got to see one locally. After what was the worst customer service I have ever seen, (I am assuming naming and shaming is not allowed so I wont do it), they refused to allow me to take it out for a drive unless I committed to purchasing it afterwards. I dont let myself get bullied into anything, especially buying a car so needless to say, I walked away. Hopefully the one above at the Toyota garage will still be there next week. The interior was very nice however, I loved the seats and how well built it all looked and felt. Look forward to taking one out for a spin

Contrasting interiors are starting to grab me now - used to like my cars dark inside and out, but Lexus do seem to do some lovely interiors and I do like the contrasting creme leather against dark colours. Looks tasteful. And I must say - I really do like the look of the IS in this generation. Gorgeous lines.

I think I am going to have a look at this one today. Top of the range but I want toys - I would prefer lower mileage but want the extras too. http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201702152352548?&radius=1500&aggregatedTrim=Premier&make=LEXUS&onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly New&onesearchad=New&sort=distance&advertising-location=at_cars&model=IS 300H&page=1

You guys arent making this easy - guess its time to take some out for a drive and check them out.

Thanks Linas - very helpful indeed. Was thinking about going to see this little beauty https://www.inchcapelexus.co.uk/vehicles/is/is-25-sel/is-25-sel-nx59rkz-2962819/ Bad photoshopping aside, it looks fairly decent and top spec too unless I am advised otherwise. Would the older gen GS450 still be a worthwhile consideration? Doesnt quite look as striking as the current generation however.

As per my intro post, I am looking at upgrading shortly from my diesel Honda back to the world of petrol (and/or hybrid). Having mainly always had Japanese cars, I am keen to stay with them. Not sure which Lexus I want to get, but I will have around a £15k budget and would like as new as I could get. I thought I would ask some advice here about what I should be looking at ideally. I have a family so need 4 doors and a useable boot, but I also want a car which is comfortable, quiet, but doesnt wallow around too much. I like my toys, so will likely go for as higher spec as what I can get for my money. I also now, as I start to get older, quite like the idea of an auto. I drove a GS450h a short time ago, loved it, but my financial situation changed so that flew out of the window, so I am now debating between an IS300h, IS250 (both the current and previous model), a GS300h or GS250. From my research, I understand that I will probably be looking at either the 2nd gen IS250 or GS250. Is a 3-4 year old IS300h with 50-60k on the clock still a safe buy? (as safe as any second hand car can be) Out of any of these cars, which ones should I be looking at (spec wise) and any overall issues with any of them? I see that the 2nd gen IS250 is the SE-L top spec, with premier being the others. Would there be a huge difference between the 2nd and 3rd gen IS's.I did drive the new Mazda 6 which whilst was very nice and comfortable inside, its not exactly attractive to look at parked in your driveway.

Thought I would come stick my nose in and have a look around. Have not yet got a Lexus but it is very likely to be my next car shortly, just to figure out which one. My car history is mainly Japanese, with numerous Toyotas and Hondas over the years, with a few bad apples such as Fords thrown into the mix but never had a Lexus (although I have always known that they are the more prestige sector of Toyota anyway) I am good with spanners and mechanics and am comfortable with my way around cars and am always really fussy over my cars, both in what I buy and how I maintain them. ( I love a good detailing session) I currently own a 12 year old diesel Accord which whilst has been a good car, its getting on a bit now and time for something new (er) Be ready for lots of silly questions.