Parkerton

Hi all!

I Just purchased a 2008 CPO IS350 and thought I’d share…very excited to be part of this community and learning from everyone here.

I’ll start out with a few questions…since the car is a 2008, I know it’s not going to be perfect. Here are some initial questions that I could use some help understanding:

• Whenever we turn off the AC, there is an unpleasant odor that comes through the vents (kinda like gym socks), when we turn the AC back on, it goes away.
• The car only came with one keyfob. What’s the most affordable way to get a 2nd with the full capabilities of the 1st?
• The car came with the X Package which includes upgraded wheels, sport suspension, and illuminated door sills. I actually prefer the lobster claw wheels. I guess I could see if anyone wants to trade once I’m eligible to post in the classifieds. I’m in Northern CA. Also, not so fond of the stiff suspension, is that something that can be swapped, or traded for relatively easily?

Sorry for the abundance of questions in one post…just very excited about the car!

Bigrahizzl

iTrader: (8)

For the fowl smell, change out ur cabin filter i suggest getting the carbon one. You can purchase OEM pars from

http://lexus.sewellparts.com/

Mv350

iTrader: (23)

as far as a new key fob. put a want to buy thread in the for sale section. getting one from the dealer is gunna hurt. they control everything without taking it out of your pocket so they are pricey

xnfsx

iTrader: (3)

u can get the wix carbon cabin filter. its known as one of the best cabin filter manufacturers. i got mine for 15 on amazon.

Parkerton

Thanks for the feedback on the air quality...I love it when the fix is easy!

I just placed an order for this wix cabin filter...$10 on Amazon, is it the same one?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DRLQN4

Parkerton

Does this mean that someone's "used" key fob can be reprogrammed to work with my car? Or are you saying something else?

funnie

iTrader: (14)

welcome and congrats on the car. I am sure you will enjoy it a lot.

As far as the lobster wheels go, you can just do a trade with a local forum member. I am sure you can get that done pretty easily.

the x package does come with a stiffer ride. do a swap with another user with the regular suspension if u want a softer ride. You can also purchase a stock suspension if from the classified section.

Good luck with everything!

Bigrahizzl

iTrader: (8)

damn i shouldve asked u about the filters when i ordered mine from ebay. I shouldve gotten the carbon one cuz the regular ones suck, smell mold each time i start the AC

KillaIS250

iTrader: (1)

Thank you sir for that info

Silkky

iTrader: (3)

Welcome and congrats on the IS!

Hoovey689

iTrader: (16)

Welcome and congrats

brociouz

iTrader: (65)

Welcome and congrats! Did you happen to make it out to BOS 7 in Fremont a couple of days ago? https://www.clublexus.com/forums/nor...th-thread.html

Parkerton

Thanks for the Nor Cal congrats...never heard of BOS7, I literally bought the car yesterday! = ) Looks like a great event (although I don't know how much my wife would appreciate the models though!)

Sffd103

iTrader: (16)

Welcome to CL. Enjoy your baby!!!

Chow

nice looking ride!