Obsidian Black or Silver Lining IS350 FSport?
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I am in the process of getting my first Lexus. Came over from a 335i msport.
Wanted to get your guys' feedback on the two, as I am able to get a stellar deal on the 2014 is350 fsport in either black or silver. I kinda wished there was a 2014 in atomic silver around here...Im leaning towards the silver lining I think
Wanted to get your guys' feedback on the two, as I am able to get a stellar deal on the 2014 is350 fsport in either black or silver. I kinda wished there was a 2014 in atomic silver around here...Im leaning towards the silver lining I think
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go with the silver. i wish i had. although the black looks super sleek and sharp, you won't have fun maintaining the car to avoid swirls and scratches, unless you're big into detailing and **** about your washing methods.
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Silver. I own a black IS350 F-Sport and the maintenance is a struggle. As much as I love the car, it feels like I took on a 2nd job.
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I chose one with Silver Lining Metallic. I love it, no regrets. Like others have stated, I too think it's easier to maintain long term and looks great with tints. Silver may have better resell value too when I decide to sell it in 25 years.
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Ended up actually getting the black. The silver had 1,300 miles on it and was used as a test drive car...didn't find out till I was about to go to the dealer
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Probably made the right move, im sure the 1300 miles were on the tough side when used as a demo. Just get some quality car washing materials, two buckets for sure or a bucket with grit guard, use light pressure, rinse washing mitt after every spot you clean. Try avoiding using a circular motion when washing the car, make your motions front to back on the hood, roof and trunk and up and down on the sides will help a lot swirl marks are harder to see when they are straight lines. I have a Matador red and the paint is like brand new. Good luck with the car
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Nooooooooo! Haha, just kidding. Congrats on the purchase. If I may, in addition to the washing methods toyotatom suggested, you may want to look into some type of ceramic paint coating (Opti-Coat, CQuartz, etc.) for added protection. Lexus/Toyota paint and clear coat seem to be on the softer side, so they tend to mar easier.
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Make sure that you clear bra the entire front end bumper, hood, fenders and mirrors. I'm going back soon to have them do the whole fender. Currently I only have about 12" of the front of each fender done.
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