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Picking up my car from the dealership
So I never really considered a Lexus before. I have been a German Car guy. I came to look at the Lexus brand as I was looking for a spirited hybrid and the CT 200 seemed to be perfect. I did my research and came to focus on the F Sport. I found a beautiful 2012 with under 40K that had spent its life in Hilton Head, SC. I flew down and picked it up and drove it home to Charlotte. I couldn’t be happier and am really enjoying the way the car drives.
I guess I am fortunate as when looking under the car, it has the blue springs and sways. Perhaps that is why it handles so well. I know, a long first post and here is a picture.
Yours most likely got some good aftermarket suspension parts.
The wheels are not OEM, but look nice.
Depending on what you are used to (German cars), the CT200h MAY not have enough power on tap. But the CT200h is built for an entirely different purpose. For commuting without you having to worry about if something will break down or having to spend big money for routine maintenance. Also good MPG is another plus. One more thing, the OEM tires will last last at least 2 to 3 times any of the "German cars". The brake pads on the CT200h practically lasts "forever".....like 100K+ miles due to its regenerative braking (just use them gentlly and they will last a long time.....
Originally Posted by mdarch
Picking up my car from the dealership
So I never really considered a Lexus before. I have been a German Car guy. I came to look at the Lexus brand as I was looking for a spirited hybrid and the CT 200 seemed to be perfect. I did my research and came to focus on the F Sport. I found a beautiful 2012 with under 40K that had spent its life in Hilton Head, SC. I flew down and picked it up and drove it home to Charlotte. I couldn’t be happier and am really enjoying the way the car drives.
I guess I am fortunate as when looking under the car, it has the blue springs and sways. Perhaps that is why it handles so well. I know, a long first post and here is a picture.
Those wheels *are* oem in the sense they're Lexus F Sport wheels and I think offered as an option for that era of CT200 F sport. They may have even been standard for his particular car. Seems like his car was enthusiast owned since it came w/ blue springs. great!
See if you can delete the antenna in the rear. 2014 and up CT200h got a shark fin antenna. And maybe you'll want to add an "F Sport" badge to the rear tailgate which came for 2015+ F sports
I thought the wheels were OEM, perhaps referred to as razor blade? Yeah, I was pleasantly surprised when I looked under the car that it had the blue springs. The dealer had no clue.
I am using the car as my daily which is mostly city driving. I am adjusting my driving style and while different, still very enjoyable.
They're definitely Lexus wheels and Lexus *F Sport* wheels, I am just not too much of an expert on the older CT200hs.. but I am pretty certain they came standard. Either way they're Lexus F Sport wheels. Pretty uncommon. they look great.
Yeah when I got my 2016 F Sport, i installed Lexus Blues on them.. and traded the car with them on. Dealer didn't say anything. So someone out there got a free set of Lexus blue springs installed!
Appreciate the comments. I just can’t get over how much I am enjoying ownership. I agree the shark fin would be a good swap for the little antenna. The only thing I have added so far is an organizer for the center console. It came with the cell phone holder so that slot is occupied. While it’s a bit clunky looking it is quite functional.
This isn’t my first but I really do enjoy this car. It really is a joy to drive and handles really well. It’s a great car to drive everyday! Enjoy your vehicle!!
08-11-19, 05:48 PM
My first Lexus
