Hello all!

I have been wanting a ISx50 for years! Back in 2006 I could only afford a Acura TSX so that is what I ended up with. Now that that ISx50 have been out, with my price range max of $28k, it looks like I can afford a 2010-2011 IS350.

From what I've researched, the main difference between 2010 and 2011 is front bumper/grill, headlight (led strip), and taillights? Also 2011 comes standard with HID?

I could possibly afford the 2012 model, but I don't recall any significant changes from 2011 to 2012 compared to the facelift of 2010 to 2011.

FYI, I currently drive a Prius...looking to get back into a more powerful and luxurious vehicle!

 

Pretty much those are the changes. Only thing that changed option wise was the awd addition to the 350 for 2011. The led strip and tai lights are pretty different so see if you can love without them and you can save a little cash and stick with a 2010. I liked them, paid a little more for a 2011. Not sure you'll find it around 28k though. 30-33 for sure unless it's high mileage. Then maybe sub-30k.

 

Hold out for the fsport to get the seats!

 

you cant really go wrong either way. besides face lift there was nothing else that changed significantly honestly. thats why i didnt get as new a 350 as possible. but that was just my train of thought.

 

'11+ LED strips > older models.

Only downside to the '11+ is the lack of front lip options. Otherwise everything is great.