42k for a IS300?
09-30-2004, 11:19 PM
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42k for a IS300?
My female friend recently bought a black on black Lexus IS300. She told me that after all the options and taxes it came out to 42,000. I was shocked. I would never spend that kind of money on that car. She took me for a ride in it a few times and it doesn't feel like anything special. The car also feels cramped and she has no navigation. I asked her if she had any regrets...and she told me that she wished she had gotten the bmw 330ci. I just couldn't believe anyone would pay that much for that car. I am leaning towards the TSX all the way.. the best bang for the buck right now.
10-01-2004, 12:13 AM
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Well, that's a bit pricey, but I believe it's the norm for those cars. In Canada the car is around 60K, and definately NOT worth the price. It's not anything special.
I'd pass on the beemer. Serious reliability issues. My brothers in law beemer is in the shop every odd month for some kind of problem.
Lexus has the best reliability, followed by the Acura, then BMW.
As for the "WOW" factor, I'd have to say that probably BMW will come out on top. Lexus 2nd, and the Acura last.
Doesn't matter, I think the Acura TSX is one sweet car, and it's the best purchase I have ever made. Coming from a gas guzzling 92 300ZX, its great on gas, while being luxurious.
I'd pass on the beemer. Serious reliability issues. My brothers in law beemer is in the shop every odd month for some kind of problem.
Lexus has the best reliability, followed by the Acura, then BMW.
As for the "WOW" factor, I'd have to say that probably BMW will come out on top. Lexus 2nd, and the Acura last.
Doesn't matter, I think the Acura TSX is one sweet car, and it's the best purchase I have ever made. Coming from a gas guzzling 92 300ZX, its great on gas, while being luxurious.
10-01-2004, 12:25 AM
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Originally Posted by NJTSXMan
My female friend recently bought a black on black Lexus IS300. She told me that after all the options and taxes it came out to 42,000.
I would've gotten another Lexus for that kinda money. From the title of the post I thought it was Canadian money.
10-01-2004, 12:30 AM
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you realize that for 70 grand canadian you can have a corvette couple.
with option your around 80.
that is the best bang for your buck sports car. i would cry if i was coming even close to that much cash for a car less satisfying than the TSX. or bmw even
with option your around 80.
that is the best bang for your buck sports car. i would cry if i was coming even close to that much cash for a car less satisfying than the TSX. or bmw even
10-01-2004, 01:07 AM
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damN!!!!!!!!!! theres no way...she got gipped...especially if she got an 04. but how many options can you get that totals $10000 when you don't even get the most expensive option (navi)....but anyways thats crazy...i'm so glad i got the tsx
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That's insane. I almost purchased an IS300 about a month before I got my TSX and the dealer was gonna sell it to me for $37k with leather, nav, lsd, heated seats, and moon-roof. Your friend should've either done more research on the actual cost of the car or she should've at least attempted to negotiate. That's way too much for that car. My parents paid $45k for their '04 BMW 525. That dealer made the commission for 2 cars with that one sale.
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Originally Posted by NJTSXMan
My female friend recently bought a black on black Lexus IS300. She told me that after all the options and taxes it came out to 42,000. I was shocked. I would never spend that kind of money on that car. She took me for a ride in it a few times and it doesn't feel like anything special. The car also feels cramped and she has no navigation. I asked her if she had any regrets...and she told me that she wished she had gotten the bmw 330ci. I just couldn't believe anyone would pay that much for that car. I am leaning towards the TSX all the way.. the best bang for the buck right now.
10-01-2004, 08:21 AM
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Originally Posted by biker
You can get a GS300 for that!!!
Uninformed customers are the dealers' dream.
Uninformed customers are the dealers' dream.
She should bite her tongue - I wouldn't advertised getting that ripped off.
We are talking USD, right?? Cuz that would be a great deal in pesos
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10-01-2004, 08:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Jarrek
In Canada the car is around 60K, and definately NOT worth the price. It's not anything special.
60K in Canada
Where the hell did you shop? The Lexus dealer was next door to my Acura dealer and I could have had an IS with leather on the road for 45K and that was without barganing. 4 to 5K discounts are not unheard of for the IS.
10-01-2004, 08:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Jarrek
Well, that's a bit pricey, but I believe it's the norm for those cars. In Canada the car is around 60K, and definately NOT worth the price. It's not anything special.
I'd pass on the beemer. Serious reliability issues. My brothers in law beemer is in the shop every odd month for some kind of problem.
Lexus has the best reliability, followed by the Acura, then BMW.
As for the "WOW" factor, I'd have to say that probably BMW will come out on top. Lexus 2nd, and the Acura last.
Doesn't matter, I think the Acura TSX is one sweet car, and it's the best purchase I have ever made. Coming from a gas guzzling 92 300ZX, its great on gas, while being luxurious.
I'd pass on the beemer. Serious reliability issues. My brothers in law beemer is in the shop every odd month for some kind of problem.
Lexus has the best reliability, followed by the Acura, then BMW.
As for the "WOW" factor, I'd have to say that probably BMW will come out on top. Lexus 2nd, and the Acura last.
Doesn't matter, I think the Acura TSX is one sweet car, and it's the best purchase I have ever made. Coming from a gas guzzling 92 300ZX, its great on gas, while being luxurious.
10-01-2004, 10:44 AM
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yes, she got ripped off. Even at $26-30k, I hesitate on an IS300 (especially when they are coming out with a new model in a few months). Wow.. $42k.. some dealer out there is taking the month off.
10-01-2004, 10:49 AM
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Sales are way off for the IS300 and they're getting ready for a redesign. I test drove one and it was like driving my old Corolla with just a little more hp. The dealer should be giving those cars away.
10-01-2004, 10:51 AM
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You didn't do a good job of being a friend in letting her buy the car at that price... Now, it's time to make up.. Never mention to her, or give a slightest hint that she overpaid.
10-01-2004, 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by ClutchPerformer
Very true. But then you spend ANOTHER $6k. 
The highest I could get it by "building" one is about $38,000. . .
Although w/a Turbo kit and 700 ponies. . . might not be a bad deal.
10-01-2004, 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by NJTSXMan
My female friend recently bought a black on black Lexus IS300. She told me that after all the options and taxes it came out to 42,000. I was shocked. I would never spend that kind of money on that car. She took me for a ride in it a few times and it doesn't feel like anything special. The car also feels cramped and she has no navigation. I asked her if she had any regrets...and she told me that she wished she had gotten the bmw 330ci. I just couldn't believe anyone would pay that much for that car. I am leaning towards the TSX all the way.. the best bang for the buck right now.
10-01-2004, 11:43 AM
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yeah i think she's including the total costs, including interest and such.
my cousin bought his IS300 the same time as i bought my tsx, about 4 months ago. he got the special limited edition, (includes pearl white color, body kit, alloy wheels, sunroof etc.) for a little over 30K. it was a really good price for everything that was included.
while the IS300 is a copy of the beemer, in terms of DNA, the tsx is its own car.
my cousin bought his IS300 the same time as i bought my tsx, about 4 months ago. he got the special limited edition, (includes pearl white color, body kit, alloy wheels, sunroof etc.) for a little over 30K. it was a really good price for everything that was included.
while the IS300 is a copy of the beemer, in terms of DNA, the tsx is its own car.
10-01-2004, 01:12 PM
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Originally Posted by esk
Sales are way off for the IS300 and they're getting ready for a redesign. I test drove one and it was like driving my old Corolla with just a little more hp. The dealer should be giving those cars away.
You probably couldn't tell the difference between an apple pie and some pussy.42k is WAY to much, she got ripped. Unless it was a leftover L-tuned package 2 IS 300. Otherwise, she could get one 30k no issues new
And this IS bashing is hilarious. The TSX is not even IS competition. And has NOTHING in common with a Corolla, while you do with your FWD cars. Some people don't want cars bigger than the C-class, IS or 3. The TSX is bigger. Some people don't want bigger. Bigger is not better. Sigh....
10-01-2004, 01:29 PM
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My friend got an is300 when they first came out. I never drove it but as a passenger, i thought it was extremely smooth and the sound from the exhaust was orgasmic. And the way the the doors sound when they close screams quality.
Before i bought my tsx, i was thinking that if the tsx could come close the quality of the is300, i'd be very happy. And i think it's come close. Some areas, it has surpassed the is300 like the quality of interior materials and its got more standard features, but some areas, the tsx has a long way to go. The way the windows roll down on the lexus is so much smoother and quieter than the tsx, for example. Also, the lexus has this throaty bass-filled rumble sound coming out of its exhaust. The tsx has more like a whiny, high pitched sound coming out (kinda like the sound of a formula one car)
Nonetheless, no regrets whatsoever in my tsx. i love it to death! And no rattles either
Before i bought my tsx, i was thinking that if the tsx could come close the quality of the is300, i'd be very happy. And i think it's come close. Some areas, it has surpassed the is300 like the quality of interior materials and its got more standard features, but some areas, the tsx has a long way to go. The way the windows roll down on the lexus is so much smoother and quieter than the tsx, for example. Also, the lexus has this throaty bass-filled rumble sound coming out of its exhaust. The tsx has more like a whiny, high pitched sound coming out (kinda like the sound of a formula one car)
Nonetheless, no regrets whatsoever in my tsx. i love it to death! And no rattles either
10-01-2004, 01:51 PM
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If I check every possible option on a 2005 IS at sticker the most I could come up with is $38,614 plus tax etc. total maybe $40,915.
Sounds like she's not an especially good negotiator.....
Sounds like she's not an especially good negotiator.....
10-01-2004, 01:59 PM
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UM I just bought an 02 with 28k miles on it for $21k.....and the only options it didnt have was navi...maybe she meant 42k with navi, taxes and finance fee.....
10-01-2004, 02:03 PM
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The orig. post says no Navi.
10-01-2004, 02:06 PM
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Maybe she just wanted to brag about how much of a car she can afford.
Will the ghosts of TSEAN, GOSPEED and other folks with IS issues come out of the woodwork?
Will the ghosts of TSEAN, GOSPEED and other folks with IS issues come out of the woodwork?
10-01-2004, 02:08 PM
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Maybe she just wanted to brag about how much of a car she can afford.
Will the ghosts of TSEAN, GOSPEED and other folks with IS issues come out of the woodwork?
Will the ghosts of TSEAN, GOSPEED and other folks with IS issues come out of the woodwork?
So I can ban them.
10-01-2004, 02:33 PM
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I wouldn't pay 42k for two IS300 ;P can we say redesign....
but all kidding aside goto carsdirect.com yourself and punch in the make/model/options and see the pice for yourself.
but all kidding aside goto carsdirect.com yourself and punch in the make/model/options and see the pice for yourself.
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Originally Posted by dzuy
i wouldn't pay 42 dollars for an is300 much less paying 42k
that's it! i'm gonna be a troll on the is300 sites!
that's it! i'm gonna be a troll on the is300 sites!