Teen purchase of an IS300
09-21-07, 08:47 PM
#31
if u are worried about the IS being too much of a sports car for him, and it looks like he was intrested in the RX why not see of there are any used RX's in that price range, maybe u can change his mindset from that boy racing mindset into that pimpin SUV mindset :P, or maybe an FJ cruiser u might find a used one in that price range, maybe alittle more but it is a nice new truck thats not fast and looks pretty cool and safe, or look into the infinity FX35 Im pretty sure a 16 year old would love that
We're also considering a 2000-ish ES300. He's not too stoked about it.
09-21-07, 09:01 PM
#32
He just wanted to drive it because it was a brand new car, I doubt he'll want to own one. Can anyone explain why the IS is so expensive to insure? It's not like an Integra or Civic, top stolen cars in the country or anything like that...I'm a bit baffled by it.
We're also considering a 2000-ish ES300. He's not too stoked about it.
We're also considering a 2000-ish ES300. He's not too stoked about it.
I first learned to drive in a 99 es300 and I loved it! Maybe it was just my personal preference, but I was thrilled. Then again, most 16 years old tend to lean towards the "coolest, fastest looking" car they can get.
To put in basic terms, Lexus is a fancy Toyota. Why not get him a Scion TC, like mentioned before, and pay less money, but still have the safety and reliability of a Lexus?
09-22-07, 12:22 PM
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So if you put my rant aside, I agree with what others have said here. You could do a lot worse than an IS300 for a starter car.
09-22-07, 02:00 PM
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OK, I'm probably flying off the handle here but this statement makes me think the spoiled little brat doesn't deserve a car at all. The little punk turns 16, gets his license, and then starts making demands about what kind of vehicle he will be given?!
So if you put my rant aside, I agree with what others have said here. You could do a lot worse than an IS300 for a starter car.
So if you put my rant aside, I agree with what others have said here. You could do a lot worse than an IS300 for a starter car.
09-22-07, 08:18 PM
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I was thinking about a first-generation SC300/400 near the end of it's life cycle, I recall seeing a 2000 SC400 for about $17,000 at a BMW dealership...any feedback on this though?
09-22-07, 08:47 PM
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get a car that both of you can enjoy and share (since you're paying for it.. he better share) that way he will have to respect you and the car by not doing anything stupid with it.
09-22-07, 09:46 PM
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Ignoring the kid would be terrible - just buy him something expensive to play with and he'll be OK with it.
What ever became of TIME, attention, and love? How are they ever going to get to know their children unless they get down on the floor and play with them for at least a couple of hours a week? Parents need plenty of involvement with their children, otherwise they are just household staff. You can't always blame the parents - too often that's how they were raised . . . 
09-22-07, 09:55 PM
#44
if u are worried about the IS being too much of a sports car for him, and it looks like he was intrested in the RX why not see of there are any used RX's in that price range, maybe u can change his mindset from that boy racing mindset into that pimpin SUV mindset :P, or maybe an FJ cruiser u might find a used one in that price range, maybe alittle more but it is a nice new truck thats not fast and looks pretty cool and safe, or look into the infinity FX35 Im pretty sure a 16 year old would love that
Btw, If he likes to "look good" or show off, try to find him a 03 camry with some rims, thats acceptable to teenagers and insurance will not be that high. I remember reading about the IS300 being on the top 5 most expensive cars to insure. BTW insurance would be crazy on a sc too..
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