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Old 01-06-19, 01:02 PM
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Sad to see our beloved 2007 ES-350 go today but, I sure we will come to love the 2019 RX-350 just as much. I will miss the royal ruby red metallic, I really did love that color.

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congrats on the upgrade!!!
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Old 01-06-19, 01:25 PM
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Another sedan owner goes to a crossover!

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Congrats! I've never driven that generation of ES but I have driven an RX350 many times as a loaner vehicle and it's such an enjoyable car to drive! So pleasant, relaxing & comfortable. I would love to own one myself one day to cruise around town in. Everyone that got to ride in it with me or drive it also fell in love with it! Never seen a car so well-liked and well-received before, I'm sure you'll love it!
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Congrats! Nice to have the standard Lexus SS+, the height adjustable lift gate. Also your new RX is tuned on regular 87 not premium 91 now!
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Agree with the RX350, first Lexus that surprised me in how smooth it is as well as the effortless power. I read so many reviews claiming how slow it is. It is not, plenty of power for a midsize SUV. It definitely earns its reputation of being one of the best cars that Lexus makes and certainly one of the best in the category it competes in.
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Congratulations on the new vehicle. I noticed the Toyota dealer-sign in the background. Is that a joint Toyota/Lexus dealership?

My reviews of the UX and NX helped me realize how much nicer the RX is than either of them.
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Congrats on the upgrade! We did a similar upgrade from a 2007 GS350 to a 2017 RX350. I'm sure if you value comfortable riding, silent interior and extra utility of the cargo area, you will love the RX as much as we do!
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Congrats on the new RX. Matador Red Mica is one of my favorite Lexus colors making the RX a little more unique in a sea of grays, blacks, and whites!
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Originally Posted by mmarshall
Congratulations on the new vehicle. I noticed the Toyota dealer-sign in the background. Is that a joint Toyota/Lexus dealership
No, they are separate dealerships they are just right beside each other. They have separate buildings but a common parking lot.
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What were the miles on your ES? Nice looking RX, someone mentioned on here that the RX is a Camery-ES on stilts. Have a 14 RX with 38k on the clock and it's been rock solid. I still prefer my GS over the RX for driving enjoyment. Not bashing your RX, they are super reliable.
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