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Hi Geoff I'm afraid your Windows computer won't talk to the iPhone without a USB device driver for the iPhone. AFAIK, the only simple way of getting this driver is to install iTunes.

I agree, that's very good customer service - thumbs up to Lexus Hedge End

Looks fantastic! Love the rear diffuser and exhaust tips New alloys as well :)

Hi Andy Welcome to the LOC She looks to be in very good nick and the IS200 is a lovely car so well worth the TLC she's getting I'm not too far from you - in the 'boro - I'll keep a look out for a nice shiny black IS200 driving around

I'd be curious to know too

Did you go for a protection layer as well? Edit: checked the facebook page - so full detail + protection and wax then, wonder how long it will last?

Your IS should be DVD based, I think it was 2010 before they moved to a flash memory device. I would check that the DVD is installed, it's hidden behind the clock display Here's a you tube video showing how it's done

For reference, here's mine on 18inch wheels

Have a look at this topic, IS200 coilovers are going to be involved

Just watched the 1st episode. Quite surprised at how close the 15 year old IS got to the brand new GT86. Will follow this with interest.

If I want to leave the radio on in my IS, I select neutral, apply the footbrake and switch off. I would imagine the GS would be the same?

I'm planning to get my IS detailed soon, hope it looks as good as yours I got my wheels refurbed six weeks ago, lasted four weeks before I curbed one of them - don't even know how I did it.

Congratulations, looks to be a stunning example and worth the wait. Much better MPG than I would have thought.

I get high 20's round town driving so I suppose it depends on your driving style. Motorways seem to be what the IS is built for, mid-to-high 30's are easy. Not in an F-sport but I wouldn't think there'd be a huge difference. One possible thing to watch out for is the 60K service - the spark plugs are supposed to be changed at 60K or 6 years and this is expensive as there needs to be some dismantling of the engine to get at three of the plugs - so check if this has been done already and if not haggle for a bit extra discount. There's a detailed guide on the forum by @is200 Newbie regarding what to look out for in other areas - should answer most of your questions

try browsing through the parts listing here http://lexus-europe.epc-data.com/is250_220d/ALE20R/2907/engine/

Can't contribute anything helpful to this topic except to wish you luck in finding the answer and the hope that it's not going to be too expensive to fix.

If you do have the SE-L with headlamp washers and auto-leveling then the listing specifically states they are not compatible. I've looked a few times and never seen any aftermarket replacements that are compatible with the SE-L models

My tech knowledge is not as good as some LOC members, but seeing as no-one else has chipped in - here's my thoughts. Given the battery is fairly new, and that you don't have any issues starting the car and you've got 12v at the battery terminal, then the most likely explanation is that there is a problem with the charging system. The alternator may not be bad, more likely the belt is loose or worn, that needs to be checked before spending big cash. There's some useful info here to get you started http://www.askthemechanic.co.uk/electrical/charging-system

Good luck, presevere as the law is on your side. Hope it all works out.

Did you get your paint chip fixed?

Have a good read through this and then decide if the IS220 is still for you.

I think you're right to re-consider. The 220d has to have been used properly and looked after to be a good used car. A 10 year old / low mileage diesel car is not a good combo, the 220d needs long runs to get to operating temp and an average of 6K a year doesn't suggest lots of long trips. First question, is there a full Lexus service history with the car? Second question, are you a high mileage driver?

TBH, the format had gone off the rails a little already IMO. I understand the 'Americanisation' because of the new owners but I preferred the Season when they did a mixed UK/US episode series. Also some of the wackier projects like the survivalist car were a bit off-beam for me. Be interested to see what Ed ends up doing

Seems Ed China has left Wheeler Dealers They're replacing him with Ant Anstead after a disagreement on the production of the show

Absolutely, boredom can lead to a lack of concentration which is unsafe.