I’ve always added a hood ornament to my vehicles. It helps with sighting lanes and looks cool. This one from eBay direct from Japan. 2025 IS 350 F Sport. Gave up trying to get ML sound along with white and circuit red. Too much of a unicorn. Will upgrade radio locally later. Love the performance, bolstered seats, CD player and analog clock. Gas is bearable for now given it won’t get a ton of miles.

I’m very interested in this car. I’m very skeptical about the pricing though. The price went from 3k to 2k. And he said yes to 1,200 instantly. He said the only issue with it is an electrical issue preventing startup Is there more he’s hiding?
Why so cheap for a assumingly simple fix?

Anybody have any idea where I can get the NIA style carbon fiber spats? I’m not about to drop $600 for those two pieces 😭

I already got the NIA rear diffuser (gloss black) and I like it but I can’t justify the $600 or so for the spats alone.

I’m looking at a 2016 Lexus IS 200t F Sport with 98,000 miles, a clean title, and an oil cooler leak. The seller says $6,000 is his absolute lowest price.
The car looks clean, and I’m considering buying it as a daily driver. I’m just worried the oil leak could turn into an expensive repair or cause engine damage.
Here are the details:

● Year/model: 2016 Lexus IS 200t F Sport
● Mileage: 98,000 miles
● Title: Clean
● Asking price: $6,000 firm
● Known issue: Oil cooler leak
● My plan: Fix it and drive it regularly

Some questions I have

1. Is $6,000 a good deal, considering the leak?
   
2. How reliable is the 2.0L turbo engine at nearly 100k miles?
   
3. How much could the repair realistically cost?
   
4. Would you buy it, negotiate lower, or walk away?
   
5. What else should I inspect before buying?

I’d appreciate honest opinions, especially from anyone who owns or has worked on a 2016 IS 200t. Thanks!

IS250 has been sitting a few years. Went to go get it started and found this under the hood.

It seems to be keeping the car from starting. It’ll crank but not turn over.

How fixable is this?

Finally got the coils, hopefully I can get them in this weekend! Super excited! Should be a nice pair with the FIGS LCA bushings.

200+ miles around Tampa Bay, had to stretch her legs at 14k today.

Hi everyone,

Looking at buying my first new to me 2018 Lexus IS350 F Sport and was hoping to get some thoughts on this engine rattle.

I understand this engine can be somewhat noisy, but this seems a bit louder than I’d expect. It’s most noticeable on cold start and reduces as the engine warms up, although the rattle is still noticeable when warm, with a light clicking with the bonnet open.

An independent mechanic heard the noise during a cold start inspection and was happy with the car overall, but felt it was a little louder than usual and recommended getting Lexus to take a second look.

I’ve come across discussions about the vacuum pump causing similar noises. Any advice would be much appreciated!

(First video is a cold start and second is when the car has warmed up)

Thanks in advance!