Reserve a IS500 Launch Edition
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It's really dependent on the salesperson you get in contact with. Regardless of the dealership's best interest, if that person doesn't care or want to deal with a future enthusiast purchase that won't make them much money, you will be turned away. I've been put on two lists officially at two separate dealerships. I've also contacted different salespeople at the same dealerships who refused to work with me or told me they'll get back to me (which I doubt will ever happen since nothing was officially recorded on paper).
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I dont think many people will want the Launch Edition. In fact, I'm going to try to haggle to get the Launch Edition for a lower price than the Premium, just because I wouldn't mind the BBS wheels. Incognito, sucks. Suede, sucks. Wood steering wheel, sucks. Launch Edition start up screen and limited # plaque, worthless. You would think the Launch Edition was cheaper than the Premium.
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I like the paint and the wheels. I don't like the boring black interior..
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If you don't like boring black interiors, you might actually like LE since the suede is gray. I'll have to try it out in person, but for now suede to me is like cloth, and that's not luxurious.
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I agree. But I will take it over silver, white, or black. I'm liking the white or red interior more for the premium as well. Makes it more of an occasion when you get in the vehicle.
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Hi guys,
thanks for all replies. Found one dealership in upstate NY have only one coming. And I’m the only who contacted them about it.
put 1000 dollars down, they sent me a contract with explicitly saying I’m the first one reserve a is500 LC with sale price MSRP + several hundred dealer fees.
very happy about it. I will probably get a shipping company instead of driving back by myself, summer tires+upstate NY+ New England seems like bad combination
thanks for all replies. Found one dealership in upstate NY have only one coming. And I’m the only who contacted them about it.
put 1000 dollars down, they sent me a contract with explicitly saying I’m the first one reserve a is500 LC with sale price MSRP + several hundred dealer fees.
very happy about it. I will probably get a shipping company instead of driving back by myself, summer tires+upstate NY+ New England seems like bad combination
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Hi guys,
thanks for all replies. Found one dealership in upstate NY have only one coming. And I’m the only who contacted them about it.
put 1000 dollars down, they sent me a contract with explicitly saying I’m the first one reserve a is500 LC with sale price MSRP + several hundred dealer fees.
very happy about it. I will probably get a shipping company instead of driving back by myself, summer tires+upstate NY+ New England seems like bad combination
thanks for all replies. Found one dealership in upstate NY have only one coming. And I’m the only who contacted them about it.
put 1000 dollars down, they sent me a contract with explicitly saying I’m the first one reserve a is500 LC with sale price MSRP + several hundred dealer fees.
very happy about it. I will probably get a shipping company instead of driving back by myself, summer tires+upstate NY+ New England seems like bad combination
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undefined - Congrats!! While I am not a big fan of the LE's color and wheels, I know many don't fancy the white on white combo that I selected and that is what makes us all unique (lol) In the end, what matters is you get an IS500 and it seems you are also on your way to become part of the club of IS500 owners
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^^ I think the white interior will look fine in 3-4 years provided its being maintained and such. I think the Nuluxe in general will fair better than real leather but I am just speculating but I am not concerned given that I am a person who is clean and look after my interiors on a regular basis.
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^^ I think the white interior will look fine in 3-4 years provided its being maintained and such. I think the Nuluxe in general will fair better than real leather but I am just speculating but I am not concerned given that I am a person who is clean and look after my interiors on a regular basis.
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undefined - Congrats!! While I am not a big fan of the LE's color and wheels, I know many don't fancy the white on white combo that I selected and that is what makes us all unique (lol) In the end, what matters is you get an IS500 and it seems you are also on your way to become part of the club of IS500 owners ![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
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So I ended up selling this 'normal' IS to her, she agreed. I would occasionally driving her car for sure.
I hope I have zero regrets.
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Although not quite in the same performance category, I think this car has the makings of becoming the next 1M. I've said this in other posts. My friend wants to buy one in two years used... I told him "good luck." LOL
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