Smithy2

Hi, i have fitted some led indicator bulbs to the rear (correct size and canbus error free) there are no lights on the dash board and when i tested them using the hazard warning switch they worked perfectly. What i didn't test was the left right function stupidly and it seem that they do not work independently (fast flash as if there is a bulb out) I am wondering if it because I have not yet changed the front indicators from the standard bulbs and if this is done it will rectify the issue? If the fronts are changed too then all indicators (rear, mirror and front) will be led. Any thoughts or experiences? Cheers

Cheers, yes pleased with the tints. The spoiler fits well with the contours of the existing slight lip on the boot, its like a mini duck tail but from that angle the lip makes it look raised more at one side other, angles improve it (i hope!)

Welcome, I collected my 300h just yesterday. So far done maybe 60 miles - it is a proper thing. My commute is about 12 miles each way and 3/4 of the trip was pretty much ev. Many on the forum have said that your driving technique changes and even after 24 hours i can see myself adopting a more relaxed style. Despite that the blasts between traffic lights are fun with the ev boost! I expect you will thoroughly enjoy your new motor!

Ok i have some shots of the window tints, they were taken just now however so the light makes them look perhaps a little darker than in direct sunlight. From inside they are a good gradient and only a few shades darker than the fronts without tint.

Rich, I'll get some pics from inside and out for you, £165 is a good price - I paid £150 in the end and that was at cost.

So, collected the car yesterday - good handover experience, car looks fantastic and the window tint is a great finisher to the car. Have fitted the rear lip spoiler and also removed the bumper protector; there was little residue left from the glue - hot soapy water removed the rest and it leaves a cleaner look without it i think. If anyone wants a bumper protector its free to a good home if you pay for the postage. Will get some photos up later to garner opinions!

it It does compliment the wheels very well - i see you have the protection pack too - it was the cover on the bumper which made me think about a spoiler tbh. The lexus branded ones i don't like as they run the entire width but if you note the boot lid has a subtle elevation to it and the spoiler i have follows these contours. Anyway it's only held on with 3m tape so if looks poor it can go!

Liking the scuff plates - are these an option?

I looked at other colours too but always went back to the white - it looks technical and suits the sharp bodywork i think. Understand what you mean re the red seats but the Merc is black with red seats (very similar to rose leather) so i'm quite used to it. Been dealing with Muhammed an American chap - and Gordon, both great and customer service is excellent. I have to say that when getting a new car you end up looking out for them more on the road and usually noticing them a lot more, but with the IS there just aren't any! I drove back from London on Tuesday and counted 3 the entire journey (not one was an F Sport either) Contrast with the Merc and you lose count. A bit of exclusivity sounds good to me!

I asked the dealer to sort the windows - they had a contact who is also a customer who does various bits for them - cost £160. I have seen them and they are dark but not too dark. My current car has the same and the Lexus just felt a bit exposed with all the light streaming in (i would likely have got used to it) but i think with the white paint its a good contrast. Example pic below Also have a small ducktail spoiler to fit - it is matt rubber and a perfect colour match to the rear diffuser - not even going to paint it! Example pic below.... The Merc is a very competent car and the people's perception of them are "oo that looks expensive" - never had anything go wrong with it and not rattles etc but the finish in the lexus is a step above....

Hi to all, new to the forum and new to Lexus! Due to collect an IS300h this Sunday as a replacement company car. Current car is a Merc C Class coupe 250d - lovely car to drive complete with the equivalent of Lexus's AVS dampers . Early comparisons from the test drive - Lexus is far fresher inside and out, drive train seems like the future when you return to noisy & harsh Merc diesel. The IS is well specified (ex-demo) so protection pack, Premium Nav and ML stereo; really looking forward to it - just waiting on the rear windows having a subtle tint applied and a slight scuff on the wheel sorted. Lexus Bradford have been exemplary.... Photos below (the Merc is an example not my actual car)