From what I know the LS is the only model that has the holes behind the badges. You can remove the "L" on our cars with no problem, I know that for sure.

 

all decals on the rear is secured by double stick tape so NO holes on any of the emblems.

 

sweet! nice write up

 

A sharp knife does the job well

 

WHAT? dont put a knife on the gs. use some fishing wire and then some bug be gone to remove the adhesive!

knife=
fishing wire=

 

just finished removing badges.... left the "L" on there tho....

I will say this... I think fishing line is better than dental floss (at least stronger)..... the floss broke on me 5 times.

Use the blow dryer at least 30 second+ per emblem area you are going to remove..... I tried doing it only 15-20 sec and had a TON of tape left on car (mighta been that, might not of, but doesnt hurt to do it a little longer) I do suggest kinda pulling the tape towards the car slightly as you are sliding it back and forth, this will also help eliminate extra tape being left

when trying to get off the glue I would say get the 3m adhesive remover as alcohol and Goo Gone do not work as well (i used Goo Gone)
I had to reheat with the blow dryer in 30 sec increments (per 2 letters/numbers) to even get the tape to move

 

Just finished. The process is a PITA, but, after a lot of elbow grease it turned out great. I used a hair dryer, Goo Gone, and sand paper. I worked my way down to 2000 grit and then used polish and wax to finish her up. Looks like there was nothing there in the first place.

 

the lexus symbol should stay on,
idk just my opinion