Test Drive Of Is250 F 2010

Dops · March 6, 2014

Hi, my is200 is nearing retirement and I'm thinking of a IS250f sport, what tips do I look for when I test drive it and do I ignore the poor reviews I keep seeing?

rayaans · March 7, 2014

I think the main issue on these cars is carbon build up so definitely look out for that. Also, a 2010 may have corroded alloy wheels so look out for that. If you like the car but it has corroded wheels, make sure you account for that. Itll cost a MAXIMUM of £400 for all 4 wheels doing.

And of course, the reviews keep saying the ride is harsh and the engine is too slow but obviously thats down to you to decide. I personally think it is more than adequate and is a great, smooth car.

Best place to buy is obviously the dealer as you get the warranty!

j200hew · March 7, 2014

Hi i just bought a 10 plate is 250 F from Lexus Milton Keynes, paid £13000 with 62000 and full service history absolutely fantastic car.Make sure you buy the auto rather than the manual and you should't have any problems if you do reasonable mileage with carbon build up.

Paul2002 · March 14, 2014

Hi, I bought from new in 2002 a IS200 Sport and then a IS300 in 2004. I part exchanged the IS300 in 2010 when i bought new my IS250 F-Sport and I can honestly say that the F-Sport feels as quick as my IS300, it handles much better on the road with a firm but cushioned ride (anyone that says the ride is choppy probably needs a wheel alignment as the cars toe settings may need adjusting) and the refinement is so much better. I'd highly recommend this car, it sits lower than the standard IS250 due to the F-Sport suspension. I have 46,000 miles on mine now and its as good as the first day I bought it! Tyre wear is great too, can't say the same for the IS200 & IS300!

Paul2002 · March 14, 2014

There is also some difference in Spec with the two difference F-Sport models that came out in 2010. I can't remember exactly all the modifications but mine which came out early 2010 has a 'F-Sport' rectangular shaped badge on the wing, whereas towards the end of the year the badge was more of a square shape with the 'F' more pronounced . The latter had front bumper/fog light mods but lost the turning headlamps from the earlier model.