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Thanks for all the responses and views. Second half of this year before a test drive is likely, I reckon...

Good to hear these experiences 👍

Really helpful information - thank you I had read that the ride on the pre-2015 models was pretty firm - is that the case? I don't expect to waft along in an armchair, but we will see when I manage a test drive in the spring. Any issues with high mileage used versions? Yes, I'm expecting big differences with the IS200 - in its prime, that was a v smooth motorway crusier, but just not the right fit for me now...

Hi, looking for some advice on my next Lexus I've pushed my 1999 IS200 as far as it can go (and beyond) and it has now earned a much deserved retirement. I'm thinking of moving to the CT as my main requirement is reliability. I'm also a somewhat "bingey" driver - periods with almost no driving (<10miles a week) followed by a few long trips in a short period (>500miles). Probably less than 2,500 miles in a year. Any issues with the hybrid engine and battery retaining charge with this kind of driving profile? Is it a case for a trickle charger? I'm slightly wary of larger engines in the IS250/IS300 which don't enjoy (in my limited experience) sitting around for long periods of doing nothing. Cheers,

The domestic super glue has worked well, and the trim has been in place all month with no loosening. Only downside is a little bit of discolouration of the paintwork on the roof where the glue leaked out, but that is not causing me to lose sleep. Thanks for the advice.

This isn't my car, but there is a photo of the trim I am referring to here: https://www.gumtree.com/p/car-replacement-parts/lexus-is200-roof-gutter-rubber-strip-trim-blue-black-grey-98-05-breaking-is-200-is300-is-300-post/1283625720 In this photo, it has been lifted out of its gulley/channel and is lying lengthwise a few cm to the right over the roof the car It was just on the verge of flapping when I checked the car a couple of days ago - can't get to it right now to photo. Sounds like your situation - about 10-15cm at rear end was just coming loose

Hi Rich, thanks for your welcome and the thoughts. I want to keep this fantastic car running in good shape but am certainly not precious about appearances! Glue it is....

Hi, Long time reader, first time poster, with a request for help on a modest but irritating problem... The passenger side rubber gutter trim that runs lengthwise along the exterior roof over the two doors on my 1999 Lexus IS200SE is coming loose. Is domestic super glue an ok fix for this? Or should I investigate more auto-specific adhesives like butyl rubber glue? Thanks for any suggestions.