ES Body Side Moldings and Matd
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ES Body Side Moldings and Matd
First...those that have an ES 350(Mine is a 2016) do u use body side moldings.and all weather mats?..If so.. Have u used this site or is there one better?..http://factorylexusparts.com/es-body...gs/........How are the moldings attached to the car? Thanks....
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First...those that have an ES 350(Mine is a 2016) do u use body side moldings.and all weather mats?..If so.. Have u used this site or is there one better?..http://factorylexusparts.com/es-body...gs/........How are the moldings attached to the car? Thanks....
Some of the members don't like the side moldings but I think it makes the car. Exact measurements are critical and the best way is to have a helper when you're ready to actually apply them to the metal of the car. Once on, they don't come off... The all-weather mats I also bought online for $99.00 from a Lexus dealer. There are bargains to be had but you have to search around.
#3
I purchased the moldings from a Texas Lexus dealer online for $99.00 including shipping. That was 3 years ago. They also sent me detailed instructions and I installed them myself.
Some of the members don't like the side moldings but I think it makes the car. Exact measurements are critical and the best way is to have a helper when you're ready to actually apply them to the metal of the car. Once on, they don't come off... The all-weather mats I also bought online for $99.00 from a Lexus dealer. There are bargains to be had but you have to search around.
Some of the members don't like the side moldings but I think it makes the car. Exact measurements are critical and the best way is to have a helper when you're ready to actually apply them to the metal of the car. Once on, they don't come off... The all-weather mats I also bought online for $99.00 from a Lexus dealer. There are bargains to be had but you have to search around.
#4
The exact measurements are in the instructions. Here is a link to the parts and installation PDF from Lexus.
http://www.lexuspartsnow.com/install...DIO%20IssB.pdf
http://www.lexuspartsnow.com/install...DIO%20IssB.pdf
#5
I have the moldings for my 2013 and I much prefer the look - without them the car looks slab-sided like a mid 2000's style Avalon to me. I also like the protection from door dings. I have to park in close quarters sometimes and the moldings have gotten a couple of paint scrape transfers in the past month already. Much prefer that to the sheet metal getting dinged or scraped.
#6
>I have the moldings for my 2013 and I much prefer the look - without them the car looks slab-sided
Agree completely. Used a local body shop that I have done business with in the past. They had to get the moldings directly from Lexus, their parts supplier had no independent listing of the part. Total bill ended up being $280.00. Not cheap but I am a satisfied customer knowing that the job was done correctly and quickly.
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Agree completely. Used a local body shop that I have done business with in the past. They had to get the moldings directly from Lexus, their parts supplier had no independent listing of the part. Total bill ended up being $280.00. Not cheap but I am a satisfied customer knowing that the job was done correctly and quickly.
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My karma just ran over your dogma
Current Hers: '13 Lexus ES350
Current Mine: '08 Jaguar S-Type 4.2 "Satin Edition" (250.06 whp / 259.67 torque)
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#8
Two years ago I installed the side moldings myself on my '14 ES. Ordered from an on-line dealer and they came with instructions. I used a special cleaning pad (forgot the brand) to remove any dirt/wax before applying the moldings. Some DIYers just use alcohol.
I purchased the black Weathertech floor mats (not the liners) for my ES. I like the look and they fit perfectly.
I purchased the black Weathertech floor mats (not the liners) for my ES. I like the look and they fit perfectly.
#9
I ordered the mats as well. Was hesitant only because of the color. I have a parchment interior with chocolate brown being the carpet as well as dash color. but The "beige" color I HOPE will look ok with the parchment color..
#11
I have the moldings for my 2013 and I much prefer the look - without them the car looks slab-sided like a mid 2000's style Avalon to me. I also like the protection from door dings. I have to park in close quarters sometimes and the moldings have gotten a couple of paint scrape transfers in the past month already. Much prefer that to the sheet metal getting dinged or scraped.
#12
I used the official Lexus instructions. The moldings are perfect and look perfect. I wouldn't go by youtube, no way...
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