Main difference between IS 350 SPRT PKG versus LUX PKG
#31
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Lux for me... I wanted the illuminated sills and I wanted wood. I also wanted the sport suspension but even the Lux suspension is pretty stiff so I no regrets here.
#32
Originally Posted by r6z9r
I don't think you get ML without the Navigation...am I wrong?
#34
Originally Posted by Langdell
You definitely can get ML without Nav. But it is more likely to require a special order as the norm for most dealer allocations appears to be bundling ML with Nav (if they get ML at all).
http://lexus.com/models/is/price_options.html
#35
Originally Posted by dfw350
why would you get ML if you dont get NAV, how you going to use surround sound with the stock cd player?
More important (to me anyway) than surround or exotic format choices, the ML system gets you upgraded amp and speakers. That hardware should improve the sound quality over stock whether listening in stereo or surround.
I originally was going to get ML without Nav, which is how I know it can be done. I talked myself into getting Nav anyway (more for goodies like Bluetooth and rear back-up cam than the navigation system itself), so my car will have both.
Last edited by Langdell; 02-10-06 at 12:13 PM.
#36
Originally Posted by diablo1
Off topic for this thread, but I actually heard that Lexus changed their mind and they no longer offer ML without nav. The ML standalone option is also no longer listed on their website... Only the nav standalone or nav/ML:
http://lexus.com/models/is/price_options.html
http://lexus.com/models/is/price_options.html
(Turns out I later decided I wanted Nav anyway and was told by my original dealer that it would still have to be a special order. But that's another story.)
#37
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Originally Posted by Langdell
I'm not sure exactly what the differences, if any, are between the non-ML/ML or non-Nav/Nav CD player hardware are. But I would assume that getting ML without Nav gives you all the same audio capabilities (including the ability to play DVD-A) as the ML/Nav system. It's just the controls that are different (buttons in place of touch-screen) and, obviously, you can't watch DVD video. Also, for one thing, the ML system is supposed to include surround software that can be set to synthesize surround from 2-channel sources. (ML may well borrow this process from sister company Harman/Kardon. My home H/K AV receiver has the same feature, and it works surprisingly well.)
More important (to me anyway) than surround or exotic format choices, the ML system gets you upgraded amp and speakers. That hardware should improve the sound quality over stock whether listening in stereo or surround.
I originally was going to get ML without Nav, which is how I know it can be done. I talked myself into getting Nav anyway (more for goodies like Bluetooth and rear back-up than the navigation system itself), so my car will have both.
More important (to me anyway) than surround or exotic format choices, the ML system gets you upgraded amp and speakers. That hardware should improve the sound quality over stock whether listening in stereo or surround.
I originally was going to get ML without Nav, which is how I know it can be done. I talked myself into getting Nav anyway (more for goodies like Bluetooth and rear back-up than the navigation system itself), so my car will have both.
#38
Originally Posted by TimboIS
Standalone ML (if it's even available), only provides CD playback, it does not have DVD-A capability.
#39
I just got this email. I'm going to start a new thread about it since I think people will want to know.
Response (Tyrone Cadle) 02/10/2006 01:17 PM Dear Customer:
Thank you for contacting Lexus Customer Satisfaction. We are dedicated to providing superior service. In circumstances that require our attention, we will assist in the resolution process.
Thank you for your interest in the Lexus IS 250.
We apologize for the confusion, the Mark Levinson is only available with the Navigation System Package. It is not available separately or with any other packages.
If you require further assistance, please respond to this e-mail, or contact Lexus Customer Satisfaction at 1-800-255-3987, Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., or Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time.
Sincerely,
Tyrone Cadle
Lexus Customer Satisfaction
Response (Tyrone Cadle) 02/10/2006 01:17 PM Dear Customer:
Thank you for contacting Lexus Customer Satisfaction. We are dedicated to providing superior service. In circumstances that require our attention, we will assist in the resolution process.
Thank you for your interest in the Lexus IS 250.
We apologize for the confusion, the Mark Levinson is only available with the Navigation System Package. It is not available separately or with any other packages.
If you require further assistance, please respond to this e-mail, or contact Lexus Customer Satisfaction at 1-800-255-3987, Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., or Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time.
Sincerely,
Tyrone Cadle
Lexus Customer Satisfaction
#42
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Originally Posted by dfw350
1/2" drop and stiffer suspension.
not much, but better for handling, even if only by a little.
not much, but better for handling, even if only by a little.
thanks....i knew about the drop and stiffer suspension...i just didnt know how that made a diff.....thanks
#45
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Originally Posted by digital_b
it is certainly harsher than the non sport suspension. no doubt about it. yet better than the stock suspension in the acura TL.
Last edited by TimboIS; 02-11-06 at 10:27 PM.