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10 hours ago, thar said:
I've read about the heat shield, I don't think it's that as it's definitely coming through the steering wheel/column.
Your issue sounds similar Brian. If you don't mind me asking, how much did the repair cost?
Really sorry Thar, I can't tell you the cost because it was done under warranty.
Brian
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We had a rattle from the lower end of the steering column of our 2011 CT200; it was cured by having the lower part of the column replaced.
Hope this helps!
Brian.
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6 hours ago, Herbie said:
Trust me - they don't. It really grinds my gears to hear Americanisms like this.
Even worse is hearing someone in a pub/bakers/whatever saying, "Can I get a widget" NO, you cannot get a widget!
You can have a widget and the person behind the counter will get it for you, but you can't get it because you don't work there!
Sorry, rant over, now going to have a hot chocolate and calm down before bed 😁
Totally agree with you on this, also when my wife and I are addressed as "guys" ; she most definitely is not a guy and the difference is very obvious.....
Are you sure that "widget" isn't an Americanism......? 😂
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I cannot find a record of where I bought mine from, sorry. However, it looked identical to the one in the photo on the eBay listing that cruiser Mark posted.
But, I think that based on the bit in the listing that says "Flexible and light, allowing for easy fold away and storage" I'd say they are now making them out of thin plastic because mine was anything but flexible and easy to fold!
Sorry that I cannot help you.
Brian.
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I had a really good aftermarket one off eBay that I bought about three years ago, I'll see if I can find a record of it on my feedback for you.
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You might like to consider this as a possible solution to your problem, NickySB:-
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They look good enough to me! It's perhaps a blessing that Lexus don't make them because that's saved your a lot of money!
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On 8/2/2018 at 2:41 PM, Syed abbas said:
Engine failure on the autobahn in the fast lane, I don’t need to exaggerate the danger. Full service history and engine failed at 116k causing breaking and loss of balance. Had to pull over in emergency, recovered back to UK only to find out the engine collapsed for unknown reason. It was probably the odd one they get wrong once in a while.
Hmmmm........
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1 hour ago, Britprius said:
On the Prius there was as much as a 10mpg improvement from winter to summer. Some of this is put down to the engine needing to run to provide cabin heat.
John.
And I believe the batteries are more efficient in warmer weather too aren't they?
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1 hour ago, Northern_Si said:
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Hello Joe, and welcome to the forum.
I would start off by saying that my advice would be to avoid any that show any signs whatsoever of neglect, and aim for one with a full and verifiable Lexus service history.
And don't be too put off by mileage, these cars wear their miles very well indeed.
I'd have thought you'd not have to spend £12000 to get a really nice one.
Hope this helps, and good luck with your search.
Brian.
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Try getting a suitably sized torx key, one that'll be tight fit, and bang it in with a hammer.
Put plenty of penetrating oil (proper stuff, Plus Gas or similar, not WD40) on it first and leave it soaking overnight in it if you can before you try to undo it.
Good luck!!
Brian.
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IMO you wouldn't have to look particularly hard to find a nice GS450h for similar money and with far less miles than that.
Even if it's had a new hybrid Battery, every other component has done 200,000+ miles too hasn't it?
Just my take on things!
Brian.
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14 hours ago, Farqui said:
The last time I had the car in the stealer-ship they tried to get me change leaking shocks that weren't actually leaking.
That is utterly disgraceful and they should be investigated by Trading Standards and reported to Lexus.
I most definitely would have done both of those things.
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Mine are rear lhs 360mm, rhs 358mm; standing on a near enough level drive, centre of the wheel to the edge of the wheelarch protector that is nearest to the wheel.
Hope this helps!
Brian.
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3 hours ago, US M3 said:
@XT5
power steering
Thank you. I didn't even know they had a power steering warning light!
I do hope you get your problems sorted soon.
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I'm missing something here and it's probably staring me in the face, but what exactly is the P/S light?
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3 hours ago, usuf_x said:
Thanks I tried them and they come up more than the dealers at £85
Sorry to have wasted your time....... I don't understand that price, it was only about 18 months ago that I bought mine :-( hope you get sorted.
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I paid about £34 each including VAT for Osram bulbs with a (I think) 3 year warranty from Andrew Page motor factors. I think they have a number of branches.
You can check if the headlamp ECU is faulty by swopping the bulbs over and seeing if the fault moves to the other side too.
Beware that there are loads of fake branded bulbs about, plenty on the Internet on that, best to buy from somewhere reputable.
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6 hours ago, rdb85 said:
What does that give you for the extra £3190 that the one for £7800 doesn't, do you think? On the face of it, your Dad could buy the lower priced one, plus a two year Lexus warranty, and still be £2000 better off.
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2 hours ago, rdb85 said:
So my Dad was less than impressed by Lexus Bolton. He told them he was going to leave it.
Now he is keen on the blue one but he also likes the Silver 08 plate. Which would you go for? The Silver has done 70,000 miles and is £7800 and the Blue is £12000 but it’s got 46,000.
My Dad doesn’t like to wait really.
IMO that small mileage difference is irrelevant on a GS450h. Look at the condition and service history, if they are comparable then your Dad might as well keep the £4200 difference in the bank.
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3 minutes ago, stevet said:
I got mine from a local garage then took it to Lexus Stockport. They put a 2 year warranty on after inspection so doesn’t need to be from a main dealer. Mine was a mint 58 Reg, one owner, flsh, 69k miles for £5k.
Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkSimilar with me. I bought mine from an independent dealer I've known for years. I bought my warranty from Lexus Stoke, and because it had been serviced at a Lexus dealership not too long ago they didn't feel a need to inspect it.
And they honoured every claim I had without question. Rear o/s central locking fault, two boot lid rams, and both door mirrors complete. We always get superb service, and are treated as if we'd bought a brand new car actually from them.
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Couldn't you ask a friend nearby to come and run it for a while every three or four weeks for you?
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Yup, here you go, quite a big one too. But size isn't everything......
https://www.aldi.co.uk/auto-xs-solar-battery-maintainer/p/076274130462400
Hope this helps.
Saga Insurance Rip Off
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My personal experience of Saga is the exact opposite. We also own a Mazda MX5. It is commonplace on these cars to increase the tyre size slightly, to get a greater choice. I told the Saga call-centre about this, she checked and came back to me and said it was not a problem. It's on my insurance that my car has increased tyre size, and there was no mention of an extra charge.
As a matter of interest, Saga offered the most competitive premium for our Mazda, but were miles out on the Lexus! Our CT200 is insured with LV, £50+ lower premium than Saga.
I hope this helps,
Brian.