New Member Here

[eriskyne]

Welcome, I have had 8 different makes of cars, this is my first Lexus, it will not be my last.

[JamesMalin]

Has anyone had any experience with the Auto box at all? Buttons on the STeering Wheel to change gear etc etc?

I’ve got a 300, which only comes with the auto box and the steering wheel buttons. I’ve been an automatic fan for years and I do like the combination of a big engine and a well sorted auto box which the Lexus offers. To be honest, I hardly use the buttons – just stick it in D and go. Using the “sport” mode on the box delays upchanges and lets it kick down a bit more freely.

Having driven a few 200s before buying the 300, I am absolutely clear which I prefer. The 200 feels just a little bit underpowered, but both are really smooth motors.

Speed isn't a major aspect of buying the car but i don't want to be poodling around slower than my current car (which i have yet to reveal due to dig's i'll more than likely get! )

You’ll have to reveal all now! Go on, tell us what you drive. We promise not to laugh (very much).

I've always driven Blue Oval car's since my grandad used to be a mechanic and mainly delt in Ford's.

I currently own an S-Reg Panther Black Ford Puma 1.7i. the handling is sublime and the VCT engine works well. it's just a shame it's rusting away!

Hence the need for a new car!

I think the IS200 Sport or the SE in black, White or even that Magnum Grey type colour will be my choice. :)

[Ian M]

S-Reg Panther Black Ford Puma 1.7i. the handling is sublime and the VCT engine works well. it's just a shame it's rusting away!

My brother had a T reg one in blue - a great wee car. He got rid of it in favour of a Honda FRV, which now has 3 kiddie seats in the back!

[JamesMalin]

Me at the Nurburgring doing some hot laps!