Infexiouslexus
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7 hours ago, samplify said:
I've owned one.
Idk whether you're looking at a manual, but I'd say the only thing missing from it for me was cruise control. The autos have it so not a problem if you're going for one of those.
Power steering on mine was starting to become a problem, especially when cold. Squeaky belt and juddery at low speeds, but otherwise OK. I'm sure a new pump and belt would have fixed it straightaway.
The rear subframe mounting brackets made me fail an otherwise advisory free MOT which was annoying. Luckily, not too difficult to source and replace.
It is a fantastic "drivers" car. Especially good if you can find one with an LSD (mine was open diff boooo). Slightly underpowered but honestly, no problems getting up to speed limits. Stick some decent tyres on it, attack a B road and you'll love every second. Every time I went out to it, it made me smile. Driving it did too!
As with anything, service history is all important. And because of its age and materials used, corrosion is a biggy. Look out for those two and I think otherwise, you're golden!
Thankyou for taking the time to write up!
Ive found one thats only had one failure previously but it was due to an easily replaceable part. To combat corrosion issues would i be able to get it proofed?
I live in wales so theres rather a lot of twisty turny b road!
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Hey all,
Currently i drive a 2009 honda accord idtec 2.2l.
Im looking to get a lexus is200 instead as my work place is only 4 miles away, and apart from shopping i dont drive much, but i like to be able to have fun when i can fit it in, and my accord just doesnt have that excitement.
Ive read and researched a ton about the is200, ive heard problems with rust, the obvious mpg, etc. Even after that i still would really like one, any advice folks?
Thanks!
Need unbias is200 opinion!
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The one ive found on eBay has a good mot history with only one failure for a replaceable part, its an auto with 140k on the clock. My accord "can" be somewhat fast but the suspension is so soft and its such a big car that it doesn't feel exciting to drive.
Im not looking for a bullet but more something that i can shove down some b roads, ill possibly save to have it modified down the road