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I'm Buying A Is; please help me!
Topic Started: Dec 19 2006, 04:17 PM (1,208 Views)
eXo
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Guys, I've been looking at IS's on sale and this is what I'm liking but the price is too high due to the redbook value so the bank won't give it to me at that price on it.
http://www.carsales.com.au/used-cars/priva...Time%7C1&__No=0

I also found this one which is 'sports luxury' but I thought they come with leather? I see clth trim. Is it a fake?
http://www.carsales.com.au/used-cars/priva...Time%7C1&__No=0
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fact : 99 sports luxury model came with alacantra/leather trim
heated front seats, traction control, lsd, 4 airbags


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Exo I'd take my time searching because othervise you will end up paying too much for an is200.

Also if you do end up planning to strech your budget definately look for an altezza with a 3SGE Beams motor rather than the wussy 1GFE

Simply put 3SGE for performance
IS200 for luxury cruiser

Ps the yellow's and calilante's are great if you can get your hands on them.
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good luck in finding an altezza 3sge in australia- almost non existant
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eXo
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Thanks guys, I think I will cause the asking price is wayyy to high for against redbook and what the bank will lend me.

I do have plans for the BEAMS 3S conversion (still susing out insurance and mainroads for any complications) but so far I'm trying to find something with the color/trim options I want.

I've already PM'd IS300 someone (with the 2jz init) on this forum so fingers crossed he's still got his for sale as I might be able to call in a few favors to get it rego'd properly in QLD.

I've got 2 yellow ones where I live getting around and haven't really learnt what they are.

No doubt this thread will be full of n00b questions as my search continues but I've been trawling the forums finding advice on what works giving me a more narrow search..

3S-GE is certainly one of them!
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Noob questions are welcome, that's what forums like these are for. They are actually as valuable for people looking to buy as they are for those who already own one.

I see your looking for a manual - good man! If there is a weekspot in the IS200, this is where it is, though - check the condition of the gearbox and clutch by going for a drive. Expect 1st to 2nd to be a little clunky, but drive a few cars to get a feel for what they are like. The ratio's are short, so gear changing can be frequent, and hence linkages and clutches are getting worn around 80'000 -100'000 kms travelled.

But that's where a clutch and flywheel upgrade come into effect.

If your committed to an engine conversion, however, then you needn't worry too much about the clutch and gearbox condition, since you will need to change both. Stritcly speaking, the 3SGE BEAMS gearbox is the same, however the clutch isn't and the gearbox bellhousing isn't. so you will still need to take all this out for a conversion.
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eXo, I think the only IS200's that have full leather trim are the Caliente's and Platinum's which are both Limited Edition runs and are abit more $$$
The Limited Edition yellow's are full cloth with no power seats and a few other less things I think maybe?

I rekon the Caliente's are the pick of the bunch though! hot looking car, with some minor machanical differences in the diff or ratio's I read sumwhere. They're rare in manual though I think.

Dont have any pic's of the Caliente's, not many/any for sale that I can see to show u pic's of but yeah goodluck finding your perfect Lexus!
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Import a Tezza :D

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Dodgy guy,Dec 19 2006
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Import a Tezza  :D

At least a 12 month wait as the only way you can bring one in is on Private Import. But worth the wait!


Matt, gotta correct you about the Yellow Edition IS's - we have two in the club here in Sydney, one is manual and all leather, and one is auto and leather/alcantara.
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Well, I've spotted this lil beauty..

CarSales

But the interior color doesn't do it for me. I am sus about the low K's on it though as it looks nice but anyone got a unofficial history on this one?

Also, I'm interested about this personal import. do I have to know someone there or is there a service that can provide it?
"it's kind off ironic, these old people are kept alive by the organs of the young people they run over" -Chief Wiggum
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News Flash - My cars for sale. So if your interested in a green 2000 Sport Luxury, 150'000kms let me know. I will sell complete with modifications or stock.
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Well, I've spotted this lil beauty..

CarSales

But the interior color doesn't do it for me. I am sus about the low K's on it though as it looks nice but anyone got a unofficial history on this one?

Also, I'm interested about this personal import. do I have to know someone there or is there a service that can provide it?


That's a MAD car ... love the kit and wheels .... Gotta question those low kms though - serioulsy LOW. BUY IT :D

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  News Flash - My cars for sale. So if your interested in a green 2000 Sport Luxury, 150'000kms let me know. I will sell complete with modifications or stock.


How come Matt ? Hope you are upgrading to an IS250 :)
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it certainly does look cool. I've got a background check being done on it now.

I also found this one which looks alright but the whole 'not negociable' bit scares me... sounds like they don't want to part with it.

here...
"it's kind off ironic, these old people are kept alive by the organs of the young people they run over" -Chief Wiggum
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sydneyis200,Dec 20 2006
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How come Matt ? Hope you are upgrading to an IS250 :)

Christ no! You gotta be kidding me!

Your a VIP member, have a look in the garage for answers.

eXo, that charcoal one is definitely worth a look, it is a good price if the kays are genuine. That blue is good if your looking for a weekend/ricersalon car, otherwise your just gonna worry about the paint and scratches on the kit everytime you enter a driveway.

Horses for Courses.
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eXo
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other then the suspect K's that paintwork is another good point... custom paint = expensive touchup...

btw - thanks for the offer on your car but green isn't a car I was after :(

In regards to that Grey one, scratch that.. just got sold yesterday.

"it's kind off ironic, these old people are kept alive by the organs of the young people they run over" -Chief Wiggum
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eXo
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Another n00b question

all Sunroof models come with an electric sunroof right? non of that manual stuff.. :blink:
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Ooh... shiny!
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A manual sunroof in a Lexus? Only if its an aftermarket bodge.
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  Another n00b question

all Sunroof models come with an electric sunroof right? non of that manual stuff.. 


Yes they do.
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*phew* ... someone doesn't know how to advertise their car.
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genuine WALD kit ...? thats gotta be rare as !

Im kinda skeptical on this one ...
The cosmetics alone would be at least $12K-$15Ks ...

But overall, if its genuine - then yes, highly consider it !

2001 Sports Lux now go for around $26Ks anyway - so the buyer is asking a fair price.
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eXo,Dec 20 2006
09:49 AM
Well, I've spotted this lil beauty..

CarSales

But the interior color doesn't do it for me. I am sus about the low K's on it though as it looks nice but anyone got a unofficial history on this one?

Also, I'm interested about this personal import. do I have to know someone there or is there a service that can provide it?

Im pretty sure this car has been floating around on the forums here before.. I remember some comments about the "hotel" it was parked in front of.. Or am i thinking of something else?
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eXo
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just searched the forums and couldn't find anything about hotel and blue in the same thread.. :P

but yes, I am trying to get some feedback about this car so it doesn't turn out to be a lemon.

The missus is already liking that car and edging me to buy it <_<
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bmalar,Dec 20 2006
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eXo,Dec 20 2006
09:49 AM
Well, I've spotted this lil beauty..

CarSales

But the interior color doesn't do it for me. I am sus about the low K's on it though as it looks nice but anyone got a unofficial history on this one?

Also, I'm interested about this personal import. do I have to know someone there or is there a service that can provide it?

Im pretty sure this car has been floating around on the forums here before.. I remember some comments about the "hotel" it was parked in front of.. Or am i thinking of something else?

Maybe you're thinking about this one :P
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Stephen,Dec 20 2006
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bmalar,Dec 20 2006
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eXo,Dec 20 2006
09:49 AM
Well, I've spotted this lil beauty..

CarSales

But the interior color doesn't do it for me. I am sus about the low K's on it though as it looks nice but anyone got a unofficial history on this one?

Also, I'm interested about this personal import. do I have to know someone there or is there a service that can provide it?

Im pretty sure this car has been floating around on the forums here before.. I remember some comments about the "hotel" it was parked in front of.. Or am i thinking of something else?

Maybe you're thinking about this one :P

Yeah... That was the one... :unsure:
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nice kit and wheels
low km's too
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