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Time flies... Already one year of ownership!

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Old 11-21-06, 03:18 PM
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Default Time flies... Already one year of ownership!

Well just this past week I had to go to the DMV's website and pay my registration dues of $315 for my IS350... It's hard to believe it's already been a year since I bought the car. I still get the new car butterflies everytime I get in and drive, what's more, I still get compliments on the car from strangers. So after 1 year and 19k miles, I'm still very happy with the car, as well as the service from my dealer. The only problem I have is an occassional rattle from the sunroof area, which is actually being discussed in another thread already. Looking forward to another year with the IS!
Old 11-21-06, 03:57 PM
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ramon ...

i turned 1 year a few weeks ago. im at 12k and i also feel the same as you. best thing is that i still have hat "new" feeling whenever i get into the car or even out. i love walking away and still taking a peek behind me at the car good luck with this next year
Old 11-21-06, 05:23 PM
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...and i am on one year as well, last week. i'm still excited about the car, too. mileage less than 13k i'm so happy that i have managed to keep the mileage down (usually 25k by now) and so i hope it holds some value for at least another year.

i'm also happy to be able to special order the 2008 is500 in the configuration that i want, the is350 will make it so much easier to wait those extra few months.
Old 11-21-06, 06:56 PM
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Ken, I'm gonna drive to Kansas to get a ride in your IS500

My IS350 turned 1 year old a couple of weeks ago and its got 14,000 miles (although that includes a round trip from Dallas to California). I'm glad to say that I still am in love with this car - and it's only going to get better with the aftermarket finally getting into the game.

Javier
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lexafers 1 year bday is in 9 days! i'm at about 11,000 miles...boy this past year has flown by so fast... but i think she is finally finished...i love her more and more each day

also in 3 days i'll be a CL member of 1 year i'm so glad that i found this community..as it has brought me a whole new circle of friends

thanks guys!
Old 11-21-06, 08:47 PM
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Originally Posted by CaThaFeR
i'm so glad that i found this community..as it has brought me a whole new circle of friends

thanks guys!
I'll toast to that, I couldn't agree more! It's great to have you here Cathy!

Javier
Old 11-21-06, 08:52 PM
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1 yr was on Nov 14th!! 20k miles! Probably only have it one more year!!! If that long, I love the car!! Yay!!!
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6k miles.... had it for 2.5 months~
Old 11-22-06, 06:11 AM
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1 year at 11.5K miles. I too still get that new car feeling everytime I get in. My wife thinks I go a bit overboard. She's probably just jealous that I don't take care of her car as good as mine. The occasional rattle bothers me. No dings. My major complaint is the rattle in the seatbelt assembly that I hope will be fixed by Lexus over this next year.
Old 11-22-06, 06:18 AM
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I'm negative two months... 0 miles! I haven't received my special order yet!
Old 11-22-06, 06:28 AM
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Just a little over one month now (and could not be happier). Very good to hear that the one year owners are still very happy with the IS!
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About 3 months now with 3k miles. Have to put her to bed for the winter soon which should keep her miles down and in better shape for next spring

Anyone have experience storing their 2IS? Probably need a battery tender. Already have a car cover.
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My IS250 was bought one year ago on December 6th. I currently have 8600 miles and no problems. I'm very happy with the car and I'm glad I bought it.
Old 11-22-06, 10:33 AM
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November 29th is my one year of ownership, already at 30,000Km, LOVE THIS CAR! Gets washed every week rain or shine. No rattles or brake squeal. Winter is coming brrrrrrrrrr.
Old 11-22-06, 03:31 PM
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My car will turn 1 year on 9:36 pm January 14th 2007. Slightly over 10K but still has that new car smell in it. Still debating whether to order IS-F or just enjoy this car until she falls apart... I estimate my IS350 should should be fully paid for by June of next year. I am glad I read the posts here, I learned so much about my Lexus, and cars in general from this site! Thanks all!


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