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I have just read this thread with great interest. Acquired a IS250 SE-L just 2 weeks ago, 6 years old (exactly) on 65k miles. I can only contribute from an anecdotal point, not technical. For the last 6 years I have run Saab vehicles, all 2.0 turbos. A couple of 150bhp Vectors initially and more recently (until 2 weeks ago !) two 2.0T Aeros. Saab recommend Mobil 1 0W-40 engine oil and it is critical to the engine's health by all accounts. Where a Saab engine siezes, it is often due to the strainer in the sump becoming blocked with sludge formed most probably because of too viscous an oil being used. The Saab fraternity are generally not in favour of engine flushing either from what I gleaned from their forum, some members experiencing engine failure after flushing. I'm no expert and none of what I write is conclusive evidence, however, it makes one think ?? The dealer (independent) I bought my Lexus from gave it a service prior to my collection. The oil is spotlessly clean, but I haven't a clue what it is ? I'll be monitoring consumption closely over coming weeks, I never had to top a Saab up with oil in between services. I don't expect to have to top up my Lexus either, I'll be disappointed if I do.

Can't help you Matthew, sorry. That would drive me nuts !!

My history is with HiFi forums. It's a bloody good job there isn't a debate about the pros and cons of various spark plug cables !!! It would all be downhill ! Apologies to the diesel chaps.

Very good points John. Mine will probably never go above 2,500 rpm as I normally drive it. I'll give those paddles a flex tomorrow !

I've used the camera for reversing in to a car park slot, is that bay parking ? Not used it for parking between two cars in a street (parallel parking ?) To be honest I'm a little uncomfortable with it, preferring to use my vision and the help of the parking sensors. How do you switch between the two modes ?

I've been a member of a number of HiFi related forums for a number of years now. I've been a member here for less than 2 weeks and it is the best laid out forum I've seen. Easy peasy to add photos and I detect a friendly atmosphere. Really enjoying my time here, well done to the organisers !

Yes Mouser, plenty of wax on the bodywork. It's a coincidence you mention the upholstery as I've been treating that today. I use a product called Gliptone, I used it on our previous Saabs and it's very good (got it on Ebay). It's a gentle cleaner followed by a conditioner that also restores the smell of leather. Just checked your link, very similar product, yours appears better value at first glance.......thanks !

Got 38mpg on a 200 mile mostly motorway run at 70 (ish ;) ) mph. Averaging 31 knocking around locally now. Lived up your neck of the woods Alastair for 6 years in Callander.

Nothing to suggest the driver was badly injured......that's good !

That's my point Eric, "maybe I've seen the last of it ?" We've just gone down to one car from two Saabs, both 9-3 2.0T Aeros, one sportwagon estate and a convertible. The turbo in the Saabs made them quite quick vehicles, we used to chop and change between us. The Lexus doesn't feel as urgent and quick, but far more comfortable and rattle-free ! :)

Thank you for your kind words gentlemen. I'm off work this week, I've not seen the car as wife's using it for her work commute ! Maybe I've seen the last of it ? It's not very clean now James !

No, it's an HTC One M8 on Android. Fortunately I'm far from being a teenager so have few contacts. I inputted the important ones manually this afternoon. All works well so I'm happy now. Thanks for taking the time to reply Darren

Yes, Cadoxton :)

Only had her a week. 200 mile mostly motorway drive back from collection returned over 38mpg (according to onboard computer), very pleased with that. Love the car. Hope I've done this correctly.......

Only had my IS250 a week and I was puzzled why I couldn't operate the rear windows from the driver's controls ?? Tried this trick and everything now functions correctly. Couldn't see anything in the manual about it.......thanks chaps !!

I just bought an IS250 SE-L last week and had to tax it. £285 for the year. I opted for 12 monthly direct debit payments.....total cost £299.25 !!! A bargain I'd say, much better than the premium previously charged for just a six month disc. So, not all bad !

Just got the vehicle this week and am trying to set up the Hands Free. Bluetooth connection is successful, but when I try to transfer the data from my phone to the car the Bluetooth connection is lost. The connection is lost immediately I select Group 0 to transfer to (tried Group 1 and the same). Been trying for an hour and frustrated now ! Anyone here able to help please ?

Been a gorgeous day today......I've been busy with the chamois !! Only had it 24 hours, but initial impressions are excellent.

Thanks for the kind welcomes. Set off at 7:45 and all went well until Birmingham New Street, where my Nottingham bound train terminated due to a fatality further up the track ! Got the Aberdeen train and alighted at Derby then had a wait for a Nottingham bound train. Then a connection to Mansfield Woodhouse, 90 minutes later than planned !! Chuffed with the car and arrived home 11:00pm. A wonderful drive home, (except for the M50 being closed, a detour required !) very smooth and satisfying ! Lacks the umph of the Saab turbo I'm used to, but quality of ride and lack of rattles is in a different league ! I'm off tomorrow and will be playing with my new acquisition.....need to learn what all the buttons do ! I'll try to post some pics.

Hello everyone. I'm not officially entitled to be a member yet, as I collect my first Lexus tomorrow. It'll be a long day, setting off at 8;00am and don't expect to be home much before 10;00pm ! It's a IS250 SE-L on a 58 plate, looking forward to it a lot, been a Saab owner for a number of years. Hope to become an active member here.