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I can't stand this design!

The panel gaps are nearly as big as a Tesla!

Brilliant! I know which one I would choose!

I have recently bought a RX 400h, admittedly with a low mileage. The traction batteries on these cars seem to work really well as they are being charged and discharged without completely running the battery down. The electronic Lexus wizardry is amazing and tends to be very reliable. As I have mentioned previously, I think you will be pleased with the economy over your old RX 300. They are not quite as economical as the 450h but I find doing around 30 mpg in a wonderful V6 with a super smooth CVT gearbox with plenty of umph if you need it is very acceptable. They drive totally differently to the 300 but I would be surprised if you do not like driving it. Do take a test drive to make sure a hybrid is for you. I have no issues with driving either car to be honest. Do remember that the 400h is not a true 4x4 like the 300. We rarely get snow down here in the deep south, when we do we think it is Christmas!

You will be happier with the economy of the 400h - just my view.

To get the right colour combination and spec, plus all the other variables, you may have to be patient! I find once I have made up my mind to buy something, my patience evaporates but I do enjoy the chase! Good luck with your search!

Very inconsiderate of him!

That sounds a good buy! How much from Lexus, dare I ask?

No that is fine, just wondered what a garage would charge.

It is actually the darker blue, mine is the lighter blue which is called grey on the V5!

They are expensive to replace - £250 each I have been told!

The keys are easily broken but I take your point John.

Good news! Do you mind me asking what they charged to do that? Independent or Lexus garage?

This is the car - it looks a real peach but expensive. I would say at least £2000 over a top price, just my opinion. https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202008112338533?sort=mileage&include-delivery-option=on&onesearchad=New&onesearchad=Nearly New&onesearchad=Used&price-to=18000&model=RX 300&advertising-location=at_cars&radius=1500&make=LEXUS&postcode=ct147th&page=1

I watched part of this video and I do not think I could sit behind the wheel of a car that drives itself ...... I was genuinely nervous!

I am afraid if that happened to me the car would be going! No thank you Mr Musk! I will continue to drive my dinosaur!

Excellent news!

I drive in both camps - saloon and SUV. The two BIG advantages of an SUV is the high driving position and the practicality for moving various loads when you have a family. For a retired couple a saloon makes sense. If you have a largish dog then an SUV type vehicle is essential. No way would I let my Labrador get into the back of my LS 400 even if the back seats were covered in hard plastic! Choice of cars for, lets call us, "car enthusiasts" is much more than just practicality. Style, comfort, power, design all play a part in our car choices. Peeps on this site are very discerning customers. However, practicality has to come into the mix for everyone - including the run to the local refuse re-cycling centre. My father always bought cars with a large boot - very few SUV's to speak of in the 1960's - because we had camping holidays. He did not like estate cars because he felt they were too noisy and you had to cover anything valuable in the back - I don't remember retractable covers for estate cars back then? The bottom line is that our choices are personal but also to some extent a compromise, especially on cost. The answer is a large practical car that gives excellent mpg, has a large gutsy engine, comfortable ride, and lots of toys for people who want them.............. what fits that bill? RX 450h ?

Garages are sometimes very reluctant to fit a new battery if the screw is worn. If they mess up the key, they are then liable to supply you with a new one. Lexus have refused to replace my battery and I believe that to be the reason. I just use the lock, not as convenient but nothing that I can't live with on both my cars.

A very good choice as you know the history! ENJOY!

I prefer low mileage Lexus cars. Less wear on ALL components. Just my opinion but my THREE examples confirm my position. Having said that, look at condition FIRST and service history. A lower mileage car does not necessarily mean a well looked after car. V8orbust has a car for sale with a higher mileage but it has been very well maintained. Mileage on these Lexus cars is not everything ..... it is how well they have been looked after. Even a low mileage example can be rough. Look first at the overall condition, number of owners, mileage, service history and then decide.

Yes go to Lexus if you need a new battery. Cost is very reasonable - well it used to be! Get a quote

Is that the car on AutoTrader for £7500?

Regarding the central locking. Does the central locking work by turning the key in the driver's door lock? If the fob battery is dead the central locking will still work on the door lock. If not, then as Herbs suggested, it may need programming or simply a blown fuse. I very much doubt all the solenoids have blown - like my father-in-law's Citroen !

Wow! What a find! Did it mention this in the handbook? Love the colour combination .............. drooling with envy! ENJOY!