dltv

Thanks guys, you know i was at the taste of lexus when they were in dallas and i didn't get to drive the IS350. I only drove the IS250 and loved it. So i can only assume that the IS350 would even be better. However, if the IS250 can be had from Sewell for 4k knocked off of msrp with NAV i would probably rethink getting it instead. I appreciate all the insurance info aswell. My parents live in the dallas area and i wonder if i could get a cheaper rate if i used their zip.

Buds

Yeah there is no way you will get a NEW 350 for $32k including TTL. I got $3k off my 250. I ended up paying $39K for my car including TTL, Extended Warranty. At the time I was initially looking at a 350, but they were in VERY short supply in April and I spoke with several dealerships in DFW and across the country. No one was willing to go more than $1500 off MSRP. I did the numbers for a 350 (with same options as my 250) and the 350 came out to be $46K including TTL... well above my budget. Unless there is a massive supply increase in 350s (which I doubt), getting one for less than your budget is going to be very difficult. Don't forget, the majority of 350s come with additional options (Nav, ML, Lux, etc) which makes finding a base model even more difficult.

If you need a good saleslady at Park Place Plano, PM me.

As far as insurance goes, I'm 23 with a perfect (knock on wood) driving record. I currently pay $850 every 6 months with GEICO. I had a quote of $875 for a 350 from them as well.

Good luck with your search.

LexusTexas

+1 on Sewell. Just picked up my 250 there on Saturday. Got it for 500 over invoice, but they threw in free tinting, chrome plates, touch up paint, etc...plus installed some x package parts for almost nothing. Couldn't have been easier, did it all over email. Couldn't be happier with the experience.
Sewell had one or two 350's at the time stickered around 39-40. No way you're getting one for $32. I'm pretty happy with the acceleration from the 250, not really sure the 350's needed, especially with the Dallas traffic and gas doing nothing but going up. $5000's a lot to pay for 100hp. I was tempted, but glad I didn't go that route. I'm paying about $900/YEAR from Allstate (middle-aged guy a minivan and a clean record)

dahn

I got my 250 2 weeks ago from Park Place Grapevine. I got it for $500 above invoice including free tint. Total drive out was $35,7 for 250 with Navi, Premium Package, 18in wheels. Accessories Package, HIDs. PM if any questions. I went in there and told the guy I want your best price and bought the car and walked out in less than 2 hrs.