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07-26-06, 02:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Kaius88
For $300 it should come with neon signs and stealth capabilities! dang what markup! I was thinking, "something about the butt of this car looks kinda cool.,...but what is it???" I was showing my secretary today the KITT Knight Rider function of the ES350: (Hold down the unlock button of the remote from 10 feet away). All the windows open and the front half of the glass roof slides back. She was like "wow I gotta tell Kanye about this" (she buddies with Kanye West). 
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07-26-06, 02:51 PM
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Love the spoiler!
I was undecided between the ES and IS, loved the space in the ES, but liked the sportier look of the IS. I ended up getting the ES with the UL package (nicer wheels) and spoiler to give the ES a bit of a sportier look. I really like the look of the spoiler. My dealer had all the ES's lined up and looking at the rear with & without spoilers made this decision for me easily. To me, the spoiler is a must-have, it just looks too plain without and it isn't a huge, ugly spoiler - it is small and subtle but gives the ES a nice touch on the rear-end.
I think I got hosed on the price of mine though, as my invoice lists it at $895 - but I did well on the price of the car overall, so I'm not too concerned.
Hope to receive the car this weekend (due to arrive at the port on Friday!) - it is a Smokey Granite Mica with Gray Interior, with UL, park-assist and spoiler. Very similar to the original poster's picture - which looks sweet.
I think I got hosed on the price of mine though, as my invoice lists it at $895 - but I did well on the price of the car overall, so I'm not too concerned.
Hope to receive the car this weekend (due to arrive at the port on Friday!) - it is a Smokey Granite Mica with Gray Interior, with UL, park-assist and spoiler. Very similar to the original poster's picture - which looks sweet.
07-26-06, 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Kaius88
For $300 it should come with neon signs and stealth capabilities! dang what markup! I was thinking, "something about the butt of this car looks kinda cool.,...but what is it???" I was showing my secretary today the KITT Knight Rider function of the ES350: (Hold down the unlock button of the remote from 10 feet away). All the windows open and the front half of the glass roof slides back. She was like "wow I gotta tell Kanye about this" (she buddies with Kanye West).
07-27-06, 10:21 AM
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My bizarro-bro, lets continue this conversation in about a year when Lexus will introduce a mid-year update for ES350 with some cosmetic changes and a few more options 
07-27-06, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by twister
My bizarro-bro, lets continue this conversation in about a year when Lexus will introduce a mid-year update for ES350 with some cosmetic changes and a few more options
07-29-06, 12:44 PM
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I was at the dealer this morning and saw a Ruby Red with the spoiler on the back. It was a $300 factory installed option. The dealer wants $400 to install this. They claim it costs more than to have it done at the port. Is this a fair price? I'm thinking of having it done.
10-22-06, 03:40 PM
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Just installed the spoiler on my car. I thought I would post my experience for reference if anyone is considering adding one. Maybe this is old news now, but to answer a few questions raised in this thread:
- It does requires five holes to be drilled in the deck lid. There is no
turning back!
- The spoiler also has adhesive strips on the outer ends of the spoiler.
- The instructions explain how to change the setting of the torsion springs
on the trunk lid to account for the additional weight.
- The instructions explain how to treat the drilled holes to minimize any
chance of rust developing there.
I purchased the spoiler from Park Place Lexus on eBay. I paid $209, and he has since reduced the buy it now price to $186
. They also sell the required installation kit which is an additional $42. The installation kit has the directions for the install and a plastic template that is to be taped to the top of the trunk so you can mark where to drill the holes. If you can find a used installation kit for sale 
they can easily be re-used and you might save a few bucks as well.
Tools required are a 10mm socket, a drill with 1/8" and 10mm" bits, a tool or screwdriver to pry the plastic plugs off the inner trunk lid liner, some 3m auto body sealant, and 2" blue painters tape and some blankets to protect some surfaces.
The entire installation took me about three hours going very slowly to avoid any mistakes or mishaps. I choose not to re-adjust the torsion springs at this point. It does not seem necessary and I did nor want to needlessly disassemble that portion of the trunk. After I try it a while, I may change my mind and re-adjust the springs
If I was ordering a car, I would recommend paying the $299 Lexus charges for the port install. But if you want to post add it and can handle a few tools, the diy method is a bargain (about half) compared to what most dealers will charge you.
Pete
Aquamarine Pearl/Light Gray UL
ML, Nav, PA, Chrome wheels, Spoiler
I thought I would post my experience for reference if anyone is considering adding one. Maybe this is old news now, but to answer a few questions raised in this thread:- It does requires five holes to be drilled in the deck lid. There is no
turning back!
- The spoiler also has adhesive strips on the outer ends of the spoiler.
- The instructions explain how to change the setting of the torsion springs
on the trunk lid to account for the additional weight.
- The instructions explain how to treat the drilled holes to minimize any
chance of rust developing there.
I purchased the spoiler from Park Place Lexus on eBay. I paid $209, and he has since reduced the buy it now price to $186
. They also sell the required installation kit which is an additional $42. The installation kit has the directions for the install and a plastic template that is to be taped to the top of the trunk so you can mark where to drill the holes. If you can find a used installation kit for sale they can easily be re-used and you might save a few bucks as well.Tools required are a 10mm socket, a drill with 1/8" and 10mm" bits, a tool or screwdriver to pry the plastic plugs off the inner trunk lid liner, some 3m auto body sealant, and 2" blue painters tape and some blankets to protect some surfaces.
The entire installation took me about three hours going very slowly to avoid any mistakes or mishaps. I choose not to re-adjust the torsion springs at this point. It does not seem necessary and I did nor want to needlessly disassemble that portion of the trunk. After I try it a while, I may change my mind and re-adjust the springs
If I was ordering a car, I would recommend paying the $299 Lexus charges for the port install. But if you want to post add it and can handle a few tools, the diy method is a bargain (about half) compared to what most dealers will charge you.
Pete
Aquamarine Pearl/Light Gray UL
ML, Nav, PA, Chrome wheels, Spoiler
10-22-06, 04:18 PM
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10-23-06, 03:29 PM
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ESsearch--would you mind checking if the paint finish on the spoiler is flawless--i.e., no orange peel of any kind, no matter how noticeable it may be? I ask because the paint finish of the spoiler on my ES (installed prior to delivery) definitely has orange peel; it's not noticeable unless you get to within a foot, but it's there.
10-23-06, 04:28 PM
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ESsearch--would you mind checking if the paint finish on the spoiler is flawless--i.e., no orange peel of any kind, no matter how noticeable it may be? I ask because the paint finish of the spoiler on my ES (installed prior to delivery) definitely has orange peel; it's not noticeable unless you get to within a foot, but it's there.
10-23-06, 06:05 PM
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Forget about these $300 spoilers and drilling All you need is one of these for $5:
M3 Style Spoiler
Here is one on ES300 (from ES300 forum):
All you need is one of these for $5:M3 Style Spoiler
Here is one on ES300 (from ES300 forum):
Last edited by twister; 10-23-06 at 08:09 PM.
10-23-06, 07:05 PM
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Toneman - I had read your post elsewhere about the paint quality so I carefully checked the finish before (and after) installation. Even in the sun today the finish is as good as the rest of the car. I suggest you talk to your dealer if it is as you describe.
Pete
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