Are you HAPPY with your IS350??
02-17-11, 11:54 PM
#47
02-18-11, 01:38 AM
#49
02-18-11, 08:19 AM
#51
Driver
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Utah
Posts: 92
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
MxChase-I had an original 2003 G35 sedan before getting an IS250 last month. I know there is quite a difference in power, but I didn't mind so I got an IS250. My kids think the back seat area in the IS250 is quite small compared to the G35, but we usually take our MDX when we go on trips. I'm not sure how much room there is in the back seat of the new G37. Did you consider the G37 sedan??
02-18-11, 08:48 AM
#52
I haven't really considered getting a G37 sedan. My G35 was a coupe. I don't really like the looks of their 4 door models. The 2IS has such an aggressive stance and look but still is luxury to the point that luxury needs to be. I love the outward appearance and I did test drive a 350 and LOVED it. Couldn't really get on it tho cause the girl at the dealership had to come with us.. I can see that the leg room in the rear shouldn't be too bad but my kids are still pretty young, 3 years and the other is just 4 months old. Does anyone know if there is more or less room than the IS300???
(in other news- never buy a demo car!)
As far as rear room:
IS350
Rear hip Room: 53.7 in.
Rear head room: 36.7 in.
Rear leg room: 30.6 in.
Rear shoulder room: 52.7 in.
IS300
Rear hip Room: 53.9 in.
Rear head room: 37.7 in.
Rear leg room: 30.2 in.
Rear shoulder room: 53.5 in.
So the 350 has slightly more leg room, but slightly less hip, head, and shoulder room.
02-18-11, 09:33 AM
#53
Lexus Fanatic
For me the question is more like, should I have bought a IS-F instead of a IS350 (since the IS250 was never even considered by me).....
And after driving the IS-F and after owning the IS350 for over 2 years, the answer is NO.
And after driving the IS-F and after owning the IS350 for over 2 years, the answer is NO.
02-18-11, 10:14 AM
#55
I love my 350. Wish it had a little more room in the back (kids) and a few more mods. I give it an 8.5/10. With my F-Sport mods 9/10. The fact it is paid for a no car payment 10/10. Keeping it till it dies!!
02-20-11, 02:33 PM
#56
10, totally happy w/ my 350. Actually can't think of any other car I would own...even if I had an endless amount of $$$
I 250 is not THAT slow or THAT bad. My mom has a 250 and it still has plenty of power but if you want that extra kick you def need the 350.
I 250 is not THAT slow or THAT bad. My mom has a 250 and it still has plenty of power but if you want that extra kick you def need the 350.
02-20-11, 03:59 PM
#57
I rate it about an 8. I have a 2006 model and wish I held out for the 2008's because of the wireless bluetooth streaming, and I think they look slightly nicer. Nothing against the 250 owners, but I just like the extra power in the 350. Would have gotten a IS-F but its just too much money for me. I had an IS300 also, and I think this was a good upgrade from the 300.
02-20-11, 05:26 PM
#58
Pole Position
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: PA
Posts: 262
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I have an IS350-C and I love it. I gotta say though, I miss having a manual transmission a lot more then I thought I would. Really don't know what I'll buy when it comes time to replace the vert???
02-20-11, 07:24 PM
#59
I rate it about an 8. I have a 2006 model and wish I held out for the 2008's because of the wireless bluetooth streaming, and I think they look slightly nicer. Nothing against the 250 owners, but I just like the extra power in the 350. Would have gotten a IS-F but its just too much money for me. I had an IS300 also, and I think this was a good upgrade from the 300.
2008s have the exact same audio system the 06s did (other than the shark fin on the roof)
02-20-11, 10:03 PM
#60
Pole Position
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: TX
Posts: 203
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Coming from a BMW I do feel as if I came a few steps down on handling and driving experience but I will gladly say that the IS350's are realllly powerful. My experience thus far receives a 7