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Old 05-13-11 | 04:48 PM
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Default If you bought one all over again . .

Anything you would add or change?

Going shopping for a used IS350 tomorrow.

Any hints on things to look for as problem areas?

Things like when a major expensive service is due, problem areas, desirable options to get? When I bought my LS430 I saw it was getting close to a major service ( belts ) and took that into consideration on the purchase price.

Thanks in advance for any help
Old 05-13-11 | 04:51 PM
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i would add just the 3 things im missing off my is350. ML system, dynamic laser cruise control and awd!
Old 05-13-11 | 04:56 PM
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ML system +1
Old 05-13-11 | 04:59 PM
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wouldnt have ever sold mine if i could do it again. i loved everything about mine
Old 05-13-11 | 05:00 PM
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Rock chips in the front bumper! it annoys me :[
Old 05-13-11 | 05:12 PM
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Rock chips in the front bumper! it annoys me :[
Same here - also do an extensive look over of the car to make sure there are no deep scratches or signs of body work. I've seen many people get burned by this. Before you buy it, have them thoroughly clean it so you can do a proper inspection.. I missed a few things due to this.
Old 05-13-11 | 05:14 PM
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GPS and clear bra. If you'll have passengers in the rear, you might run into problems.
Old 05-13-11 | 05:40 PM
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Ml and 350
Old 05-13-11 | 05:48 PM
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+1 ML, 350, telescoping wheel, and memory seats.
Old 05-13-11 | 05:49 PM
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Lux package (basically ML, power steering wheel, sun shade, auto tilt mirrors). Other than that my car is perf.

Oh and be sure to thoroughly inspect even the CPO cars. My car came CPO and looked like a cherry on the lot however it's been to the dealership 4 times already since I bought it 3 months ago for a bunch of little things I didn't notice at first.
Old 05-13-11 | 05:52 PM
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350 for sure. 250 gets amazing MPG but it's just not thrilling.
Old 05-13-11 | 06:06 PM
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USB paint, parking sensors, and clear bra it.
Old 05-13-11 | 06:09 PM
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I woulda put a clear bra on the moment I took the car home. Instead, I get to look at a white polka dotted MRM. Oh, Navi and ML too, but mainly the clear bra. Everything else I can live without.
Old 05-13-11 | 06:17 PM
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show me the CARFAX!medical history of the car that you are planning to get.good luck!
Old 05-13-11 | 06:37 PM
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I would change my car.



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