Originally Posted by rfx45

^^^ I didn't mean that white scuff plates are not standard, I meant the illuminated scuff plates are only available with the Sports & Luxury package only. The "base 2IS" would only have the plastic scuff plates and no illuminated scuff plates.

Originally Posted by tex2670

Ok--but the white scuff plates are illuminated and now std, at least according to the Lexus press release:

The 2008 IS 250 and 350 features a new finish to its standard 17-inch wheels for a sportier appearance. Additional upgrades include backlighting on the outside power mirror control, white illuminated scuff plates and an additional coin holder.

I think that was the whole point of the OP.