pricing from two different dealers
#16
I like the IS a lot, I'm actually considering trading up for one, but it's hard to justify any price over 40k for me, espeically given the fact that something like say, a G35, can be had for $32-$34k now. Yes, I own a G35 currently, so that's my frame of reference.
#17
Originally Posted by TimboIS
I don't think $44K for a FULLY option IS 350 is out of line. Especially, when you consider the GS 430 is $61K with the same options.
There is too much competition between dealers, brokers and with other brands of cars in Los Angeles for me to pay MSRP. It might be a little different for people living in rural areas because your next Lexus dealer might be a 100 miles away where there are 3 Lexus dealership from my house all within 20 miles apart.
If Lexus really wants to compete with the 330 then they really need be competitive with pricing. Max I will pay is 42K out the door and that's pushing it already.
#18
Originally Posted by AmethySC
BTW, a salesman at my local Lexus dealer told me the base IS250 RWD should start at C$39,900, the same as the previous IS300. But still no futher details other than that though
edit: oops I just noticed that C$, is that Canadian?
#19
Originally Posted by SDLexus
A base IS250 RWD should start at around $29K not $39K, which will put it in-line with the current gen. I predict a mid-$40K price point for a FULLY loaded IS350, which, IMHO, isn't unreasonable.
#20
Originally Posted by LexusFan8
If Lexus really wants to compete with the 330 then they really need be competitive with pricing. Max I will pay is 42K out the door and that's pushing it already.
#22
if lexus pulls a toyota.. and slaps on abunch of bs dealer installed options (such as the lusterizing/protectant package, gold package trim, stain resistant floor mats, moonroof deflector, factory tint, extra first aid kit.. etc), then i can see it hitting 50k after tax. otherwise i don't see that happening.
but on a more serious note, i can see an is350 w/ all the aftermarket dealer accessories add up to about 50k. just look at the fully loaded l-tuned is300s.. those things are a rip off and are close to 50k!
but on a more serious note, i can see an is350 w/ all the aftermarket dealer accessories add up to about 50k. just look at the fully loaded l-tuned is300s.. those things are a rip off and are close to 50k!
Last edited by Badman Forever; 09-26-05 at 07:34 PM.
#23
Originally Posted by LexusFan8
But you're talking about MSRP, who pays MSRP these days???
There is too much competition between dealers, brokers and with other brands of cars in Los Angeles for me to pay MSRP. It might be a little different for people living in rural areas because your next Lexus dealer might be a 100 miles away where there are 3 Lexus dealership from my house all within 20 miles apart.
If Lexus really wants to compete with the 330 then they really need be competitive with pricing. Max I will pay is 42K out the door and that's pushing it already.
There is too much competition between dealers, brokers and with other brands of cars in Los Angeles for me to pay MSRP. It might be a little different for people living in rural areas because your next Lexus dealer might be a 100 miles away where there are 3 Lexus dealership from my house all within 20 miles apart.
If Lexus really wants to compete with the 330 then they really need be competitive with pricing. Max I will pay is 42K out the door and that's pushing it already.
MSRP prices have nothing to do with rural location and the proximity of your home to a Lexus dealership.
#24
Actually, it won't smoke a 330 on a track
Originally Posted by SDLexus
A FULLY loaded 330 approaches the $50K range, vs. mid $40K for a FULLY loaded IS350. I'd say that's competitive since the IS350 will smoke the 330, plus the interior of the IS will be strides ahead of the 330 in luxury.
So I guess you could say that the IS would smoke a 330 on either a drag strip or on a road course that was comprised mostly of long staightaways (where it's HP advantages could be used to its benefit). If you put the cars on an autocross or tight road course, the IS will have to take second place to a 330. If you are looking for a drag car or a fast highway cruiser, the IS is a great fit. If you are more of a "tear up the curvy mountain roads" kind of person, the 330 might be a better choice.
I've got to wait a few more weeks to drive the IS350 before I decide what type of guy I am.
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