themachine

Hi all, I'm debating on getting the newly released OEM all weather floor mats or the Weathertech ones. The new OEM ones don't look as good as the previous ones IMO. Does anyone on here have either set? If so, what are your thoughts on the style, quality, fitment (I'm sure OEM probably fits the best). Thanks in advance!

OEM All Weather Floor Mats @ Sewell Lexus - $156.75 (CL member discount)


Weathertech Floor Mats - $99.95 (I could not find large pics to embed)
http://www.weathertech.com/store/mvp...1278&Year=2008

mahmudb

I'm pretty happy with the weathertech mats I bought for my GS350 AWD. The fit is great and they look good as well. The quality is good as well. They catch the dirt and are easy to clean off.

themachine

Does the Weathertech mats have holes for the OEM clips?

mahmudb

Only the driver side does. The other mats do not tho. They included the floor hooks for the mats tho. I just used the ones in the car.

GS350Lexus

iTrader: (5)

Honestly I have the old OEM all weather mats, Quality between the Lexus one's and the weather tech is the same. I am not feelings the new design oem mats they have for sale. So I suggest WeatherTech.

*Batman*

The Lexus all weather mats are made by MacNeil, the same company that makes Weathertech. So there isn't that much difference in terms of fit. Macneil is the best at rubber mats so this is as good as it gets.

However if you get the Weathertech Floorliner that will give you additional protection over the regular mats. Worth it if you have a lot of snow and mud.

bigblack06

iTrader: (20)

Yeah I agree the new one is to flashy I know its a lexus mat, I think the WeatherTech ones I have do the job it's not like there gonna really be looked at and it looks like the older Lexus mats.

themachine

Thanks for all the feedback everyone. I'm gonna go with the Weathertech set. I found a Toyota dealership that sells it on eBay for $20 less than Weathertech.com.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...4959&viewitem=

UPDATE: scroll down to see my updated post on how to get it cheaper!

caha14

FWIW, the OEM set shown in the pictures above is from Lexus Europe. I agree that they don't appear to be all that effective at holding slush, but expect the US version to be different (whenever Lexus gets around to releasing them).

RenatUSSR

I will have weathertech very very soon...
Will post good PICS!!!
I'm waiting them for very long time..
In brief, delay in delivery due to bad weather (my floor mats fly by airplane)

GS350Lexus

iTrader: (5)

Congratz on ure pick, for under $95 u get some bad *** mats. Give a feedback once u get them.

jackballer

I have weather tech and I am pleased with the quality. Good sturdy rubber. Fit well for awd also. They really help keep your carpet clean right where that extra bump protrudes on the driver side. Quick shipping also. Plus only a hundred bucks!!

rtDDS26

I've had the weathertech for about 2 months now..was waiting for OEM mats to come out for the past year or so but couldn't wait any longer. Nonetheless, I'm very happy about my mats. I also purchased from that ebay seller and shipping was quick! I got it in like 3-4 days. My car doesn't smell anymore when it rains and its so easy to clean, just rinse it down and it dries pretty quick. The only thing was I had to make some cuts on the rear mats but fronts fit great.

BinaryJay

I like my old style Lexus all weather mats a lot. They look good enough in my black interior that I leave them in the car year round.

themachine

I called the seller (Riley Toyota) and placed an order over the phone and they gave it to me at a lower rate since they don't have to pay ebay fees. It came out to about $79.xx shipped!

Here's the number to the parts department 1-800-769-4191. I spoke to Ryan and he was very helpful. Remember to mention that you saw the auction on ebay and ask if you can get it at a lower rate over the phone!