Purchasing IS500 for 2023
05-02-23, 05:01 AM
#136
I can't speak for anyone else, but there is 0% chance I'd own this car if it wasn't for the 2UR. Not that it's a bad car without the NA V8, but the engine is its unique selling point.
*slaps hood bulge* You can fit so many smiles in here.
*slaps hood bulge* You can fit so many smiles in here.
05-02-23, 05:14 AM
#137
drives cars
I agree. The engine makes the car. But, there are a lot of good things about the car, especially the ride and the audio system, that make it an overall great car. The twin turbo V-6 is something I've yet to experience myself, though it seems that it has gotten positive reviews in the LS, LX, and Tundra, apart from some teething issues in the early LSes.
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DLPTony (05-02-23)
05-02-23, 06:05 AM
#138
Lead Lap
^^ I agree but would you have changed your 350 for the 500 if it came with the TT V6? I mean you can get the same great ride, same interior amenities, same great audio, same great look, same comfortable seats and even better brakes in your 350. I personally wouldn't have because that TT V6 wouldn't have that special/cool feeling. I paid the extra cash so I could get that V8 soundtrack and own something that I know is not going to be around for long (production) but be around forever (longevity/reliability)
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05-02-23, 06:07 AM
#139
drives cars
^^ I agree but would you have changed your 350 for the 500 if it came with the TT V6? I mean you can get the same great ride, same interior amenities, same great audio, same great look, same comfortable seats and even better brakes in your 350. I personally wouldn't have because that TT V6 wouldn't have that special/cool. I paid the extra cash so I could get that V8 soundtrack and own something that I know is not going to be around for long (production) but be around forever (longevity/reliability)
05-02-23, 06:39 AM
#140
I drove the LS 500 so I have experienced that V6 Turbo on the road and a little track. I would not replace my IS 500 and the V8 experience for that engine. However I would replace my wife's IS 350 for that motor. It was smooth and torquey but probably because of the tuning on the LS it did not "feel" fast. I'm all for TT V8 though like was rumored for the LC F.
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arentz07 (05-02-23)
05-02-23, 08:06 AM
#141
Call my guy Shannon Brown @ Eskridge Lexus, OK to see if he has something coming in: 405-755-9000
He might be able to see something via their internal systems. Tell him Tony says ‘Hi’.
Also…on the IS 500 F Sport Performance Owner’s Club facebook group, people have had a crap ton of success with Nick Ensey @ Pembroke Pines, FL.
I had a horrible experience with one of their reps in Jan 2022, but it seems Nick is able to cut through the bullcrap and sell the cars for MSRP. The Florida market is still hot for the IS 500.
He might be able to see something via their internal systems. Tell him Tony says ‘Hi’.
Also…on the IS 500 F Sport Performance Owner’s Club facebook group, people have had a crap ton of success with Nick Ensey @ Pembroke Pines, FL.
I had a horrible experience with one of their reps in Jan 2022, but it seems Nick is able to cut through the bullcrap and sell the cars for MSRP. The Florida market is still hot for the IS 500.
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DLPTony (05-02-23)
05-02-23, 08:09 AM
#142
Driver School Candidate
I also had a horrible experience with Lexus of Pembroke Pines earlier this year. They told me they would sell at MSRP, then after going back and forth over a couple days (it always took them forever to get back with me) the final numbers had a $7K markup. The salesperson I was dealing with tried to claim that was their "standard dealer fee"... Talked with someone else there that admitted it was their markup and that they weren't willing to budge on it.
05-02-23, 08:10 AM
#143
Lead Lap
^^ Now THAT is what I call customer service and like to see 
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DLPTony (05-02-23)
05-02-23, 08:15 AM
#144
Thank you, but I already found a car at another dealer. I had to drive up to Georgia to get it, but am now the proud owner of a 2023 Molten Pearl IS500.
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DLPTony (05-02-23)
05-02-23, 09:22 AM
#145
just got off the phone with my 2 local dealers, and both said they wouldnt be getting any usb or grecian. is this a local dealer problem, or bigger?
anyone outside of MO have similar problems?
anyone outside of MO have similar problems?
05-02-23, 09:33 AM
#146
Congrats on the MP! I saw one at Nalley Lexus in GA, as well as one in Chattanooga TN, both around the same time! I’m having to have my MP shipped in from KS (in KY.)
05-02-23, 09:38 AM
#147
Lexus of Wichita has a USB on white inbound.
Lexus of Wichita USB/White
05-02-23, 09:42 AM
#148
Yes I’ve gathered that both blues are harder to come by. Look for the Specifications Datasheet thread in this forum, it provides exact numbers of each color and VINs for every vehicle by color as well.
Lexus of Wichita has a USB on white inbound.
Lexus of Wichita USB/White
Lexus of Wichita has a USB on white inbound.
Lexus of Wichita USB/White
05-02-23, 01:47 PM
#149
Driver School Candidate
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DLPTony (05-02-23)
05-02-23, 03:20 PM
#150
Pole Position
It's interesting to say all that. I wonder if I would have traded up my 350 for a 500 if it was equipped with the twin-turbo V6 instead. The deciding factor of course was the V8. I dunno. Tough to say. Although the gap between the "regular" V6 and the twin-turbo V6 are light years apart.
1. Seriously more power.
2. Naturally Aspirated, I am not interested in turbo/electrified anything.
I loved my 2016, but really wanted more power. I would like to think 1 & 2 were not mutually exclusive, but it’s possible Item #1 would ultimately win.
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