Helly_Hansen76

Thought a pic might help people understand where it is

Only talked to the previous owner today so didnt really get too many details, but he did say he is sure it went back to lexus for the repair, will phone lexus Monday.

Its only just started to go rusty very slightly on the inside lip of the wheel arch, lexus did say last week they would strip it down and treat it before the respray.

what do you mean by invalidate the anti corrision warrenty?

I've had my 52 plate is200 just 8 months from Lexus, and this week discovered it has been involved in a minor bump after contacting the previous owner.

I noticed some rust around the front of the of the wheel arch rear passenger side etc.. Lexus are going to repair under warrenty but they hadnt seen rust on such a new car so got me thinking so contacted the previous owner.

Should i just let them repair or is there anything i can do etc

Thinking about changing cars, sorry love the IS200 but thinking about a TT..

anyway I have a 52 plate registered Nov 2002 IS200 SE

Very low milage only 15k on the clock with FSH

Perfect condition, with Sports grill, mudflaps and chrome door sills everything else is standard.

How much would you expect from a private sale and from trade in?

I talked to Sheffield Lexus earlier this week regarding rear parking sensors only, they quoted around £200 for the sensors and then 2 hours fitting at £140 + VAT on both.

If they need painting to match bumper thats an extra £30, but think you can get them in certain colours already.

Hope that helps.

Have a look in my garage. I just got a vent mount from eBay, about £5 and have it to the right of the sterring wheel.

Good visability while driving.. I just have the Bluetooth GPS just placed in the middle of the dash normally.

Works well and even if the charger is being used the wires dont really get in the way.

The ipaq just has a little magnet on the back, so its so easy to use.

Since ive had to swap my IS200 Sport for the IS200 SE im now looking for a few items..

Can anyone help source these and give me rough idea how much should be paying.

1. Sports Grill

2. Mud Flaps

3. Front Spats (Plat ice)

4. Tinted Rear windows

5. Metal Scuff Plates (Front and rear if poss)

6. Spoiler

7. Drilled Sports Pedals

any help or links appreciated.

Just feed masking tape down the sides to stop it scratching, thats what they did with mine anyway!

Problem is the angle of my drive and the pavement etc it just catches the catalystic cover.

Didnt have any problems with the IS200 S just with the Sport..

Anyway test driving an SE tomorrow.. got a 52 plate with only 9k on the clock lined up if its ok.

Might have to then look into the rear spoiler, tints and a sports grill.

There is a new company called "First Alternative" they are the sister company to Esure for anyone with high spec cars or no years no claims.

If you try First Alternative can you post the price to compare.

think ill pass for now untill seen Lexus tomorrow..

been looking to see if there are any SE's with the styling kit around but not many..

Only picked the sport up on tuesday night.. Had the standard S before so looks like the SE then for me...

You wouldnt realise the extra 15mm would make that much difference.

Its either the Lex or a new house!

Just upgraded to an IS200 sport and wondering how much lower it is than the S or SE?

Its gutting but i have to say i am going back to lexus tomorrow to see if I can replace the car, as I have issues with the pavement and ride height for getting out of the garage.

Lexus should replace the car shouldnt they?

well thankyou for everyones comments..

Too late now, already bought the sport one.. hopefully i shoul;d pick it up on Tuesday evening.

I checked the insurance out this afternoon.. It works out that I get a refund of £11 for the next 2 months before my renewal is due if i change my V reg is200s to the newer Is200 Sport..

go figure!

Just been underground lol...just not had much chnace to come in the forums or in chat.. maybe it will change with the new lexus

Im thinking about changing my IS200 S and have seen 2 near identical cars..

IS 200 SE

11,000 Miles

Silver

2002

IS200 Sport

21,000 Miles

Silver

2002

What would people go for both are the same price.. and both very different from the S so please help me..

I stuck £10 in today filled it to the brim...

got the Z4 Wheels.

I have the;

Merc CLK car

Merc SLK32AMG car

BMW M3 Tyres

Think these might be the common ones, could depend on the area you live though.

Well since a few of us use the Shell Optimax Petrol.. im assuming we all have a few of the cards but not that actually match yet..

So how about trading or even sharing..

So lets hear what Tryes and Cars everyone has and lets find a pair.

Should I now apply 2 coats of polish since the glass polish removed any trace of polish or protection?

Or will one be fine?

:iraqi-info-minister:

Thought id totally clean the lexus from top to bottom this weekend, polish the glass, the bodywork, interior, wheels..

Well did the glass inside and out with the glass polish..

I even started shaking the bottle of Super Resin Polish but for some daft :tsktsk: reason did the entire car body work with the Glass polish...

Lets just say im not amused... the car is now very dull and my arm is killing me

:iraqi-info-minister:

27 Sheffield

Doesn't seem many Sheffield people signed up yet... keep seeing a few going the other way when i go to work at 7:30

Another satisfied customer... Welcome to the group and hope you love the Lexus...

Ive just had my rear pads changed today.. also done 58k

I cheated and got the local garage to do it.. didnt have any other option, heard a scraping noise.... 30 min job for them.

£69 for the rear pads, fitting and VAT... is that good or bad or the norm..

(Im sure this wear on the rear pads should have been spotted when it was serviced and MOT under 2 months ago.. but thats another story)

Nearly had to cancel on you, had the car in the garage after hearing a funny scraping noise when i braked at the rear...

All fixed and back on the road.. new brake pads needed.. Good as new now.