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52 minutes ago, Mincey said:

I'm reminded of the blind for the rear window in my IS250. Absolutely sod all use other than for showing off to friends.

Totally with you on the V6 roar. I still stand by my IS300h every evening and ask it why it can't make the same noise as my IS250 did. 

James, you need to flick that switch by the parking sensors for it to make that noise 😆

I've just sold my IS300H F-Sport, @royoftherovers made me feel guilty so I'm looking for a Premier. I despised the suspension on mine. I'm chickening out at buying an Audi (and dont have deep enough pockets to buy new). If I regret it he might find my ghost haunting him in Cheshire.. mind you if I use the Lexus SatNav I might not get there before xmas..

@gtanny congrats! Car looks lovely and its sounds like you’ll be very happy with it 😄

3 minutes ago, paulrnx said:

I can understand the points you’ve made. They are not for everyone. Cue a succession of outraged people who think their IS300H is a rocket ship and the best car in its segment bar none 😀

It's quite late and they must be tired 😄 I don't mean to get on anyones nerves. I just expected more than I got. It's a good car and I get lots of compliments on how it looks. But then so does a Alfa 159 and thats a bag of nails haha.. ok thats enough of that!

My cousin has one of these too and loves it like theres no tomorrow. I guess when you drive for nought and the thing never breaks down whats not to love?

@Mr Vlad

I just love that interior. And its a hatchback which is super practical, this is my first saloon. I wouldnt consider the CT (I personally find it ugly). Maybe one of the RX models but i'd have to dig deep.

I'll try to avoid all the drama here but chime in anyway 😁

I'm a new Lexus owner myself and had never driven one before I brought it. I've owned some german cars before but I fell for the looks on my IS300H F-Sport. My thoughts after owning for 4 months:

1. Looks quicker than it goes. Its true it takes time getting used to that smooth yet droney CVT. Some days I think its utter sh*te but other times it feels pokey. I think its just the way you drive it. But Linas is right, its not a rocket. But then you shouldnt buy a hybrid tbh.

2. Standard sound system is rubbish. I wish I'd gone for one with the ML system. I mean I guess its ok but my Mazda3 (2016) had a bose in it so maybe I've set the bar high.

3. Interior build quality is good. Materials however are not great. My one is starting to show wear, shine and threading on the seats whereas I've had a golf with 100,000 and it still looked like new.

4. I've no doubt about the reliability. I have FLSH but in anycase its a toyota and will go on longer than my wife on a bad night.

5. Dont get me started on the outdated infotainment, that stupid mouse thing or the silly temp adjusters.

6. I hate this suspension. On London roads it feels like i'm riding a cart in Rome and wish I'd gone for the Premier.

In summary, the F-Sport is not a sports car, it just looks like one. Like one of those Fiestas with big wheels on it. To truly appreciate this car, and in hindsight, the Premier would be the one. A proper cruiser which suits the badge as well the car itself.

I'm a little heartbroken if im honest and thinking of trading it in for an A5 Sportback. But I do love Toyota's bulletproof engineering. Best in the world no doubt.

Hi Younas

I'm also new to the forum and also just bought an IS300H with 126K on it. I'd also be interested in knowing the same info.
Unlike you, I think I need to do some work on mine. I'm planning on changing the plugs, disc pads all around and a new set of tyres.

Wondered what oil I should use. Prob put on a set of Goodyears as that's recommended by others on here.

Look forward to learning lots from everyone here 🙂