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I was looking into possible reversing camera options to replace my 16 year old unit on my GS430, as it is grainy AF especially at night. I came across the following one on ebay: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/194019988218 I've never heard of Dorman, are they some sort of OE equivalent in the US? Has anyone replaced their rear camera with this one? I wanted a genuine Lexus replacement, until I saw the cost of over £400 and decided to either choose a used one and hope it's better than my 'grainy' one or buy a Dorman one. All suggestions and experiences with rear camera replacements are welcome! (I've also just posted this on Club Lexus US Forum)

Read my post just before yours 😉

Congrats on the new car, I had one a GS300 recently and it was a great car for the short time I had it. I only sold it due to finding the V8, which I'd been after for a while. Mine had similar issues, except the shocks. Any questions, drop me a message. I had a Check VSC light on mine that came up. I bought a cheap OBD Bluetooth reader off of Amazon and check the codes using the Torque app. Apparently, it was an exhaust sensor that was faulty or needed replacing on mine. Also, I've heard not tightening the fuel cap can trigger a similar warning on the dash. By tightening, I should stress that it's 'one click' to tighten the fuel cap and no more!

My advice would be, if you go aftermarket - buy a good brand of alloys. Cheaper aftermarket alloys are cheap for a reason. Best of luck and show us pics before and after.

I've got a set of Lexus GS MK3 interior grab handles that I'd like to swap for a light grey set. It's a massive long shot as I can't imagine anyone would have some to swap. Pic below: Failing that, I'm happy to post to anyone who may need them for the postage cost. I'd guess that would be £5 at most, depending on weight.

I had a chance to change it last night, being such a simple job. Before: After: In my opinion, it's made a modern and subtle difference and was well worth it from an aesthetic point of view. It'll pay off further with the new feel of leather too.

Congratulations! I think after my current car I'd definitely consider a hybrid MK4 GS next, as the world is changing so much. I've had P Zero's in the past, which were great but I found they wore out much quicker than expected even with mixed driving. So, be mindful of that. Perhaps the newer compounds are a bit longer lasting.

I'm not keen on some aftermarket gear knobs. Considering you use it all the time when driving, it's important that it's good quality.

So, I've been meaning to change the wood trim gear knob on my GS430 to the regular leather one found in the GS300. I ordered a brand new OEM one from Amayama and it is lovely, haven't fitted it yet: I'll store the original one and I also plan to change the steering wheel to a full Black leather one. The GS430 wooden ' section' steering wheel does not feel nice in the hand at all! Will post a pic once fitted.

Any pics? How much were they and what's the adjustments like?

John, the seat adjustment alone on the F-Sport (Premier too) would make the car worth it for me. I drove an F Sport and found it pretty compliant, even on the 19 inch wheels. Best you try them both out, but the seats are lovely in the F Sport/Premier model with all the extra adjustments.

Good to hear, pics soon I hope! Funnily enough, I sold mine today to someone who flew down from Aberdeen.

As others have said, I'd change the car battery and also the fob battery. If you are in the Kent area, I've got lots of spare fob batteries if you need a couple.

Sorry, I mean 'regular' GS. I think of the F models as their own models, if that makes sense. I knew someone would highlight this haha, you lurker!

I think overall I'd say the Mk4 is better looking. I think the F Sport trim looks particularly good. But it's better looking for different reasons, plus it uses the newer Lexus design which is nice. I wouldn't say Lexus have always designed 'pretty' cars. More so, premium and classy looking. On the flip side, no V8 in a Mk4 😉 I've never made the link with an Jaguar XF. I can see what you mean, now that I've googled it. Although, I'd say the Jaguar is a better looking car than both the mk3 and mk4 GS.

Definitely better equipped, that's no slight on the IS250. The seats are much larger in the GS vs the IS. Best thing to do it try both. I wouldn't even say the GS is a tank and as far as I'm aware always has excellent parking aids (rear camera & parking sensors all around) My last car was an IS250 and I was going to get a Mk4 GS, but the prices were beyond what I was willing to pay for one currently. Best of luck and let us know how you get on.

If I had to choose between them, I'd go for the GS250. The IS250 is an excellent car, although smaller. The GS is a larger car and much newer. But, it is more expensive than the IS250. Any other key requirements?

So, just over a week on and no more replies. I wanted to get a meet in ideally in the next 4-6 weeks as the calendar is filling up fast. There have also been mutterings of the 'C' word (Get your mind out of the gutter, some of you 😆) The majority vote of the appears to be Kent, which I personally prefer. I'm thinking of Bluewater as a venue, although I'm open to other suggestions. Any other suggestions?

If I'm honest, I have no idea. I've heard of lots of more affordable options once upon a time such as MeisterR and BC Racing - but I have no idea on how good etc. I'd heard of them when I used to have a lot of Honda's, which are generally a bit lighter than some of the Lexus models. I know KW apparently do excellent coilovers, but they aren't cheap. But then again, good things usually aren't too cheap!

I used Tanabe springs, which are apparently pretty good without spoiling the ride quality. I can attest to this being the case too. The 2 I know of are the NF210 (NF - Normal Feels and less of a drop) and the DF210 (Drop feels with more of a drop) Links here: https://www.tanabe-usa.com/nf210.asp?id=2 https://www.tanabe-usa.com/df210.asp?id=1 I opted for the NF210 as the spring rate is 5% stiffer than shock, which I'd guess the stock shock can take (time will tell!) and the drop is reasonable without having to get aftermarket camber adjusters etc. I'd still recommend a 4 wheel alignment, had mine done yesterday and it's perfect now.

Could try this: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/224570433313?hash=item344970df21:g:AeEAAOSw67FhFjcH I assume this is the same car, just different engine?

Hope it works out well for you. You can see some of my other threads to see what 18's look like, although mine has a mild drop.

Welcome to the club. I've had 7 Honda's in my lifetime and they've all been very degrees of very good to excellent. I hope it is a manual at least though? Touch wood, it should be reliable if maintained properly. In my opinion, it's important to start more humbly with early cars, so that when you get to the nicer cars you appreciate it more.

Good job! Look forward to some pics.

Good to have another new member to the fold. If I had the choice of an RC200t and an RC-F, well it wouldn't be a difficult choice. RC-F all the way! Especially whilst we can still drive insane petrol cars day to day. They'll all be gone or in the very least become very limited in their use. Very sad.