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She's been absolutely golden so far (touches wood). She does like to drink but I'm lucky enough to have quiet country roads on my run to work. So the temptation to have a play is greatly increased. Only thing that is a tad annoying is the size of the tank. At 60 litres, I fill up every week now, instead of every 2. Could think of worse sacrifices (says coming from an Alfa....).

Thanks for the replies! That does look good Mark but I would like to try and replace or add functions to the original nav screen. All the replacement screen's illuminate the airbag light and nobody yet has solved it. Then the Grom has loads of firmware issues... Looks like I might have to be patient for a little while and just use my phone. I did treat myself to a couple of little goodies in the meantime though!

I've only had mine a month but do daily drive her. Averaging around 18 mpg but I seem to be infected with the mentioned digital right foot!! As said in the past, it is such a dual character car. Leave it to do its thing early in the morning in auto. Then put it in manual mode on the way home from work and have a bit of fun!!

Looks like the ex police one is up for sale. Reasonably priced as well! https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/lexus/is/lexus-is-f-pearl-white--5-litre-------------2008-58-plate/7618183

So one month in and just over a thousand miles travelled and I'm still absolutely smitten with her! I haven't seen over 18 MPG on a tank average yet so I think I'm driving her in the right manner! I did have an issue with the brakes where, when I wasn't using them, I could here them squeaking at all speeds intermittently. It had new disks and pads fitted in May so thought it was quite strange. After I had the pads chamfered and it seems to have gone away though. Anyone else had anything similar? I've been looking into upgrading the Nav unit. There's a couple of Chinese android one available or of course the Grom Vline to plug in behind. They all look to have there issues though and at £450, its a big risk but I really want to have Waze and Spotify on the main screen and not on a phone next to it. Any suggestions?

Evening all, Sorry for the late reply, work got in the way and I've been getting acquainted with the motor. She's an absolute beaut!! Can't believe how good it is, in both cruising and have a blast along an A road. Such a dual character. Took on your advice and had her inspected by Lexus (which she flew though) and got the two year warranty along with a three year service plan on Friday. Haha I wish I could take credit for the drive but it's my girlfriends parents flat that they own. Would definitely like to see your car Pete. I could be tempted into making a few "adjustments" in the next couple of years! Was that the one in Croydon? I test drove one there but didn't have the funds at the time. Lovely, lovely car.

Definitely agree on the sound front. The induction noise is addictive, just needs more from the rear. She's booked in tomorrow for her inspection for the warranty so hopefully all is hunky-dory. I did, it was absolutely mental! My dream is to get an old GT Junior from the 60/70's and put a Busso in it. So here she is home. Just needs a clean and I'll get some more picks taken over the weekend.

Q2 diff and had the later 330 brakes. It handled surprisingly well! Just couldn't believe the fuel consumption could be so bad on something with 250HP. I got 180 miles out of a £85 fill up! But then I would drive through the Dartford crossing and everything was forgiven Thanks, fingers crossed I get the same happy motoring! Cheers for clearing that up.

Yeah the previous owner said that apart from the consumables and servicing, it has needed nothing at all. I'm in the same mind as you, just for the peace of mind. Well that is high praise indeed. The quickest car I had before this was a Alfa 147 GTA so it's definitely a step up!! I can't believe its the same price as a regular IS! Just shows how confident they are of their product. I'll definitely get the warranty now and see what kind of deal they can offer on the servicing package. Oh really! He was great yesterday, completely honest and I know that if he had different driving commitments, he wouldn't want to sell it. Feel very lucky indeed!

Sooo happy with it Paul. Glad I waited for the right one to come along. She's got FLSH, only 2 owners with 32K on the clock. Planning on keeping her for the next 3/5 years so mileage was a biggie to me. Quick Q, do you think the extended warranty and service packages from Lexus are worth it?

So a few might remember but I've been on the hunt for an IS-F for a little while and finally put a deposit down on one yesterday and will be collecting tomorrow! I'm literally like a child waiting for Christmas! If anyone is around the Sussex/Kent area and wants to go out drive sometime, do let me know. The Lewes tunnel is always fun!

Exactly. I know the last couple that have gone through BCA auctions at least, haven't sold very quickly/still for sale. One of the main buying points for me is the rarity and the Q factor of them but seems like dealers are struggling to convey what they are to the general public.

That car has gone through this auction house a few times now. Looks like they keep putting it through until they get the price they want.

Haha sorry to be so harsh but it really isn't to my taste! What did you get next and why? If you don't mind me asking.

That's the one. It's a lovely car, only had a couple of minor blemishes with the bodywork but for me it was the mileage that put me off. I'm exactly the same, every time I've had a car coming up to 100k I've swapped it in for another. Preferably I would like a 09/10 with under 50k so I can get the Lexus warranty for the piece of mind. Then once the Guilia QV comes down in price in a few years time, I might be tempted back to the temperamental Italians!

Just been out for a test drive with the blue one that's currently advertised. Stunning colour in person! That car just had too many miles on the clock for my liking, even though it felt like a tank and disguised its use very well. The change of engine note is very additive above 3500, that alone has sold me on them, even more so. Thanks for all your feedback, my bank balance will now be much worse off once I've found the right car!

Ah, good old man maths.... I can see the worry on my misses face every time I use it! It seems there's a few silver cars at a decent price but they're not my cup of tea (sorry). Holding out for a grey, black or blue one. How do you find living with yours day to day? I'm most looking forward to the not constantly worrying if it's going to break day every other month (current Alfa owner).

Missed out on the one at the auction today but seems like its already on AT. That makes it the second one that's been through lately, the other being the grey one for 22K also on AT. The search continues....

Thanks for that! The day I was going to call up about yours, your advert went offline (until Evans halshaw posted theirs in swift fashion...) . Glad it found a new home in the end though.

Probably the reason he was having trouble selling it in the first place! I'm hoping it'll work to my advantage by puting some people off and maybe getting it for a decent price.

Cheers Paul, I had a search but nothing came up. Someone mentioned that the thread was deleted for some unknown reason. It looks like he part exchanged it in the end and that's why it's at the auction. From the original advert it seems like a clean car. Just needs the headlights to be de-smoked!

Hi all, I've been lurking on this forum for a wee while whist doing my research for a new motor. I've come to the conclusion that, like most of you, you really can't beat the combination of what these cars have to offer. So in my search, I have missed out on a few that came into my budget but one has just come up at an auction and wondered if anyone had any details on it. Here's the old eBay page for it: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/lexus-isf-2008-black-not-m3-c63-/162397183205?_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140131123831%26meid%3D252197fe9af443ccaecb182e2de36f9c%26pid%3D100170%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D15%26sd%3D162397183205&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=U7EV0UVECXAfA%2B9FOt48LbPPjUo%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc It's being sold tomorrow, so anything about it would be a bonus!