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So I did the tires b4 and after photos of meguires tire dressing (never used it b4) I think made all the difference!?

Is the 2nd gen IS 250 exhaust tail stainless or chrome? I'd like to know what metal polish to use.

1 hour ago, Jayw13702 said:

Compounding with SRP will not remove the paint imperfections, that’s why many amateur detainees only use it as a finishing polish and not a compound.

If you want to remove the scratches permanently with a machine then something like megs m105/205 or scholl S20 would be more effective

 

 

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My polishing serves as an exercise for me to learn all the imperfections. (Credit is due for the AG wax, it did return results with little effort.) In 3 months I will for example know to clay- bar the front bumper and compound the rear bumper. Those pesky 'detainees' ..I knew what u ment hehe

11 hours ago, rich1068 said:

5 hours? How many cars did you do? 

That did include cycling to get car shampoo haha hosed down, then 2 bucket and mitts method wash, microfiber dry and 30min wait, machine  polished and buffed every panel and door sills with AG super resin polish. waxed with AG extra gloss protection microfiber then machine buffed, then glass cleaner windows n mirrors.

Rained alot 2hrs later. photo of results /beeding attached:

11 hours ago, Jayw13702 said:

I’m surprised by that, I’ve used it for over 30 years now and it’s always been a good product, it’s one of my go to filler polishes.

Most expensive isn’t always better, I’ve paid out a lot in the past for products that claim to be better and they lack durability or finish.

Maybe you had a bad bottle, who knows


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The scratches are still there. The good paint looks good and overall better. I hope the finish lasts. I should have used a compound 1st or more abrasive pads. The saving grace is that as you say- the finish lasts well. I worked for yrs as a finisher in the BMW MIni paint shop.

2x wash is keen!! Is Meguiars polish or wax? I need clay! Whats in the spray bottle? 🙂

On 4/16/2020 at 6:58 PM, Onslow said:

Wash, dry, clay bar, wash, dry, Meguiars. Not a serial cleaner really 😁

Dont scrub up to bad for a 13 year old tub!

Polished n waxed on Sunday 12yo (didnt do the wheels/tires)

After spending nearly 5hrs polishing with Autoglym super resin polish on Sunday, I was not impressed with the results and I wish id used something better (possibly abit more expensive.) 

Hi

My spare key fob and passenger door puddle and door red light are not working.  So far tried putting a Battery in the key fob. Not sure where to start with the door. Any advice would be muchly appreciated! 

On 8/8/2014 at 2:03 PM, ChumpusRex said:

Don't forget that the car works even with no key fob battery. So you'll never be stuck if the battery runs out.

You can use the metal key to open the doors (the door handles have a plastic cover over the keyhole).

To start the car, press start with the key fob, or have the fob directly over the button when pressing.

I' d suggest buying a pack or CR1632 batteries off eBay, and keeping one on the car as a spare in the future.

Ive been wondering since I brought the car why there was a Battery in the ashtray! Cheers 🙂

22 hours ago, FULLNAME said:

Hondaman! Can you RIP me a copy of the disc or do you have a link or were there any distinguishing features? 

No worries - found it 🙂

Hondaman! Can you RIP me a copy of the disc or do you have a link or were there any distinguishing features? 

7 hours ago, scudney said:

Congratulations and welcome to the LOC,hoping you find the forum educational and informative,personally would have gone with a slightly newer model ie 2010 thereby benefitting from the lower tax,£305 rather than £565,but all that matters is you being happy with the car which you definitely are.Furthermore it does seem to be a well looked after car and a low mileage one too,well done 🙂👍👍

Hey scudney. she has all the equipment except the sonar distance cruise control, sunroof and the cubby hole for sunglasses. As i only paid 3700, it would take approx 5yrs to see those benefits assuming a 2010 of the same spec condition and milage (say 2k more!?) NB. Passed your way twice yesterday 🙂

"SOLD..Hold out yah hand!"

I bought it. Full lex service history not a mark on it both inside and out (I mean it's like a 2yo car) 

Thanks for your guidance gentlemen.

If I like it it will be a 133mile drive home. It has been sorn since January other than a foot pump what should I do before driving it? (It has a new battery)

51 minutes ago, whiteman said:

I must add my bit with regard to the IS200d , I have owned this for several years and is on a 11 plate with 131k on the clock and have not had a single problem with this, ok it is not a 220d which was known to have problems but hold on before you knock the 200d. The last couple of years it does local running only with no problems at all... just thought I would get that off my chest and surprised no other 200d owners have piped up about this post... 

I felt cheeky doing such a diesel petrol u-turn after a month of looking. I was unaware of a 200d!I? ..I would have been looking alot older than 2011 mind you.

By this time tomorrow it looks like I will be the proud owner of a 250!

12 hours ago, Texas said:

Just had a look at that link you posted for the £4K SE-L and it was looking good, mileage,options,colour............But then I spotted it.....a handbrake lever.........which means........Manual gearbox!    Unless you are dead set on getting a manual gearbox then I along with others on here highly reccomend getting the automatic version, couple of reasons, firstly the RFL or car tax on a manual box IS250 is horrendous compared to the auto that has exactly the same size/power engine, ( have you checked the cost, I think it's £565 for the Manual and £305 for the Auto?) and after all said and done it's a Lexus and I for one want some sort of smoothness when driving and to be 'stirring' gears is gonna take the edge off of that. I highly reccomend you drive both before committing. 

Paul m.

Thank you for your wisdom Paul and I totally agree - ive just seen how much that would be to tax! That being said it does look like a gem and I should be going to test drive it tomorrow 😄

On 5/16/2020 at 6:16 PM, New to Lexus said:

Hi All,

I have just joined the club. I will be buying a 2007 IS250 SE-L as soon as the lockdown as a result of this terrible virus is removed. 

If anyone has any tips/suggestions as too what I should look out for before buying the car I would be most grateful.

Thank you and Stay Safe.

I joined LOC yesterday. I am looking for the same (IS250 SE-L) My budget is currently 4k. Did i read somewhere your budget was 6k? Good luck!

39 minutes ago, ColinBarber said:

Welcome Jim. Good luck with the search. Don't lose patience and compromise on a 200/220d.

Thank you Colin.. Wise words im sure.

 I dont want an IS200 id rather a 320d BM my research has turned me away from 220d.

An example on my budget, thoughts?; https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202002197485247?advertising-location=at_cars&price-to=4000&radius=1500&postcode=ox263xf&price-from=2500&model=IS 250&make=LEXUS&sort=mileage&onesearchad=New&onesearchad=Nearly New&onesearchad=Used&page=1&modal=custom-social-links

Who knows what with the economy and my saving more £ will bring... Oh and being on the LOC! 🙂

Thank you for having me Steve!

I would be an 220d owner by now if it had not been for lockdown. If my patience and continued saving prevails, I will be an is250 owner 3.5-4k+ budget permitting.

Hi all (brand new member here)

 I am looking for an IS250 to buy with a current budget of 3.5 - 4k.

Preferably less than 70 - 80,000 miles. I'd like a service history that shows regular servicing and either Lexus or independents. (I can make time and have essential tools)

• Would prefer leather interior.
• Must have either parking radar or camera.
• Mark Levinson stereo.

I'm in Oxfordshire and will travel national (for a gem) I've been scanning autotrader Gumtree FB and eBay. (I changed my mind about a cheaper 220d after looking for a few weeks)

Thanks in advance..

Jim