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Flicktitty · 12-15-2008, 11:55 AM

Opinions?
Thoughts?

I'm thinking of picking up a 2001 IS300
Automatic
130K miles
Greddy Evo exhaust
Altezza grill
Tein Basic coils

guy is asking $9,500

I thought it was a good price.

I was gonna pick it up for a nice daily that i could take anywhere, and have it be NICE. Most likely just do a intake shave the badges and put some differant wheels on the car. I know it won't be very quick, but seeing how i'm building a 2JZ'd S13 with the women, i don't need anything fast. just thought it would be nice.

Just wanted to see what you guys thought of the cars?

stiizy · 12-15-2008, 11:58 AM

^ I would do it

Daniel. · 12-15-2008, 12:04 PM

price sounds good. its comfy. probably pretty reliable. id put the stock exhaust back on though. dd's dont need loud exhausts imo. but do whatever you want to it.

mileage is rather high though. *shrug* probably explains the low price.

BustedS13 · 12-15-2008, 12:07 PM

manual is300's seem to be very rare, but i'd hold out for a stick. i will never buy another automatic car, this acura is the most ho-hum boring driving.

Flicktitty · 12-15-2008, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daniel.

price sounds good. its comfy. probably pretty reliable. id put the stock exhaust back on though. dd's dont need loud exhausts imo. but do whatever you want to it.

mileage is rather high though. *shrug* probably explains the low price.

Yeah, i know the mileage is about at the most i would want. But my buddy has a SC300 w/275K miles and it's still drivin strong. And i've seen Alot of 130K+Mileage MKIV supra's so i'd think it should still be good.

I'm not too sure how fond i will be of the Greddy exhaust on it either, but it could be nice.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BustedS13

manual is300's seem to be very rare, but i'd hold out for a stick. i will never buy another automatic car, this acura is the most ho-hum boring driving.

Yes they are very rare, But i'm not sure i would want a manual Daily car, Never had to daily a 5spd car.....not sure i'd be a big fan.

Jimmy Up · 12-15-2008, 12:19 PM

I love stick daily's but you cant deny thats a bitchin little car.

DO IT!

RiversideS13 · 12-15-2008, 12:23 PM

01 automatic are known to have a lot of problem. try to find a 02+ IS300. 01 is300 don't even come with armrest

manual IS300 are certainly worth it, it is much funner and 02-04 manual came with stiffer spring, carbon tail light and wheels, and LSD. i drive my manual IS300 in LA traffic just fine....

The Chad · 12-15-2008, 12:24 PM

I know a few people that went form S chassis to IS300's. They all love them. Smooth ride (stock suspention), good power, and auto tranny is smooth as crap so the ladies can sit back and enjoy the ride.....Did I mention they are quiet on the highway too

--There is tons of aftermarket support for them too, sooo easy to find parts in the future.

Flicktitty · 12-15-2008, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RiversideS13

01 automatic are known to have a lot of problem. try to find a 02+ IS300. 01 is300 don't even come with armrest

manual IS300 are certainly worth it, it is much funner and 02-04 manual came with stiffer spring, carbon tail light and wheels, and LSD. i drive my manual IS300 in LA traffic just fine....

hmm i'll have to look into that. Thanks.

I just thought for the $9,500 he is asking if i can get it for 9, or $8,700. It would be nice. cause i think a Nice 02-04 Would be 10-18K and for that much i'd rather look into the 00-02 Audi S4....

Idk i will look into it. Thanks for the info though. Do you know what kind of problems?

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Chad

I know a few people that went form S chassis to IS300's. They all love them. Smooth ride (stock suspention), good power, and auto tranny is smooth as crap so the ladies can sit back and enjoy the ride.....Did I mention they are quiet on the highway too

--There is tons of aftermarket support for them too, sooo easy to find parts in the future.

That's what i like the Aftermarket, like i said some nice wheels, and some more suspension goodies it would be nice. Maybe even a NA-T kit? but i don't know. Thanks for the input.

Brian · 12-15-2008, 12:32 PM

I like them.
They are pretty nice, yet sporty (i guess)

RiversideS13 · 12-15-2008, 12:42 PM

i cannot remember exactly what are problems of 01 because i have not been to IS300 forums for a while. check out my.IS - Lexus IS Forum for more information. i just remember i read about the ECU, stereo, and transmission issue about 01 before.

my 02 has 70k miles and have not had any major problem yet besides one faulty oxygen sensor (that sucker got 4 of them) and air condition gets slightly warm compare to before. all power window or lock still functions well unlike bmw lol. my manual is300 gets about 22 mpg very consistently and i think automatic would get about 20 average. all females (young or old) loves it

i brought mine used in 06 with 49k miles

allntrlundrgrnd · 12-15-2008, 12:48 PM

my buddy drives a 6-speed one w/ intake and 3" exhaust.

its LOUD as FUCK lol but he likes it.

they are real nice cars, i LOVE the dash setup. plus its got the lexus factor= p-magnet

illxs14 · 12-15-2008, 01:04 PM

^^ with what he said.. it's sporty and still a lexus
i've been looking at them too lately, the mileage is kinda high but the price is low for the car, and its white! haha

do it...do it.
my

lucky7 · 12-15-2008, 01:08 PM

i'd get a 3 series instead. thats just me though. im not a fan of yotas in general. they bore me to death. lol.

Flicktitty · 12-15-2008, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lucky7

i'd get a 3 series instead. thats just me though. im not a fan of yotas in general. they bore me to death. lol.

My buddy has a 03? or 04 325Xi and idk what it is about that car, but EVERYTIME i am in it i get a massive headache. i don't know if its the leather or what.

Om1kron · 12-15-2008, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BustedS13

manual is300's seem to be very rare, but i'd hold out for a stick. i will never buy another automatic car, this acura is the most ho-hum boring driving.

they're not very rare, they were made for like 3 years after the car was released, it's just finding an is300 for less than 15k+ is rare.

that's a good price, i used to have an auto is300. great daily driver with no balls!

SexPanda · 12-15-2008, 01:32 PM

get a bmw.

1995 M3. <150k miles, under 10g's.

Lol. Nah, the lexus is a nice little car... But evety time I see one its just kinda ho hum to me.

ZX88 · 12-15-2008, 02:40 PM

i love the is300 wagon /hatchbacks. so hot.

VROOOM · 12-15-2008, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flicktitty

Yeah, i know the mileage is about at the most i would want. But my buddy has a SC300 w/275K miles and it's still drivin strong. And i've seen Alot of 130K+Mileage MKIV supra's so i'd think it should still be good.

I'm not too sure how fond i will be of the Greddy exhaust on it either, but it could be nice.

Yes they are very rare, But i'm not sure i would want a manual Daily car, Never had to daily a 5spd car.....not sure i'd be a big fan.

those motors are strong. i had a SC300 with 180k and it still ran perfect.

IIIXziuR · 12-15-2008, 02:49 PM

I really do like them.
They are usually out of my price range though

I seen maybe 2 that were Manual Trans.
Most are Auto which is kinda boring but still a cool car.

Erjay1 · 12-15-2008, 03:00 PM

I hate IS300's. To me they're just an expensive civic with ugly tail lights. But thats just my opinion and you can buy it if you want to. goodluck.

Mtndrifter14 · 12-15-2008, 03:08 PM

I think you should wait for a stick one nick.

You know that's why I bailed cause its so hard to find one in stick and now why Im leaning towards wrx's.

But they are nice cars, but rwd in winter can be interesting especially on the highway cover with ice.

hahah you guys have snow there

The Chad · 12-15-2008, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Erjay1

I hate IS300's. To me they're just an expensive civic with ugly tail lights. But thats just my opinion and you can buy it if you want to. goodluck.

Charlie · 12-15-2008, 03:17 PM

If I could find one for that price around here I would buy it.

rubenbandman · 12-15-2008, 03:23 PM

^
agreed
looks like a very clean car..

Flicktitty · 12-15-2008, 04:02 PM

Thanks guys, There's lots of good info here.

I think i'm gonnna go look at the car up close this week.
I did some more searching on Craigslist and saw an ad 2 weeks ago with the same car for 11K with some work wheels. The person said he wanted a better car for winter. So i wonder if he traded the car in to that dealership or another one and they got it through a auction. So i'm gonna get ahold of him and see what he got for the car. And work from there.

Fat Felix · 12-15-2008, 04:10 PM

how about a gs400?

Flicktitty · 12-15-2008, 04:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Felix

how about a gs400?

Rather a 300.
I like the 3L not a huge fan of the V8.

cxlo8331 · 12-15-2008, 04:22 PM

been looking into this aswell.
looking for a new daily.
something a little less flashy than my current.

price seems good.
mileage is slightly high; but shouldn't be an issue.
hope you like it.
toyota's are reliabe.

s14kings · 12-15-2008, 05:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Erjay1

I hate IS300's. To me they're just an expensive civic with ugly tail lights. But thats just my opinion and you can buy it if you want to. goodluck.

How do you compare a lexus to a honda...

12-15-2008, 11:55 AM	#1
Flicktitty Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Wisconsin Age: 38 Posts: 3,686 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	IS300's Opinions? Thoughts? I'm thinking of picking up a 2001 IS300 Automatic 130K miles Greddy Evo exhaust Altezza grill Tein Basic coils guy is asking $9,500 I thought it was a good price. I was gonna pick it up for a nice daily that i could take anywhere, and have it be NICE. Most likely just do a intake shave the badges and put some differant wheels on the car. I know it won't be very quick, but seeing how i'm building a 2JZ'd S13 with the women, i don't need anything fast. just thought it would be nice. Just wanted to see what you guys thought of the cars?

12-15-2008, 12:04 PM	#3
Daniel. Post Whore! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: San Jose, CA Age: 40 Posts: 3,713 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: Daniel. Feedback Score: 0 reviews	price sounds good. its comfy. probably pretty reliable. id put the stock exhaust back on though. dd's dont need loud exhausts imo. but do whatever you want to it. mileage is rather high though. shrug probably explains the low price. __________________

12-15-2008, 12:07 PM	#4
BustedS13 Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Phoenix AZ Age: 40 Posts: 10,287 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	manual is300's seem to be very rare, but i'd hold out for a stick. i will never buy another automatic car, this acura is the most ho-hum boring driving. __________________

12-15-2008, 12:19 PM	#6
Jimmy Up Zilvia.net GB Vendor Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: SoCal {covina} Age: 36 Posts: 4,038 Trader Rating: (52) Rides Gallery: Jimmy Up Feedback Score: 52 reviews	I love stick daily's but you cant deny thats a bitchin little car. DO IT! __________________ WWW.JIMMYUP.COM

12-15-2008, 12:32 PM	#10
Brian Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: usa Posts: 12,840 Trader Rating: (54) Rides Gallery: Brian Feedback Score: 54 reviews	I like them. They are pretty nice, yet sporty (i guess) __________________ http://bhworld.wordpress.com/

12-15-2008, 11:58 AM	#2
stiizy Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NYC Age: 43 Posts: 6,332 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	^ I would do it

12-15-2008, 12:23 PM	#7
RiversideS13 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Diamond Bar, CA Age: 43 Posts: 1,545 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	01 automatic are known to have a lot of problem. try to find a 02+ IS300. 01 is300 don't even come with armrest manual IS300 are certainly worth it, it is much funner and 02-04 manual came with stiffer spring, carbon tail light and wheels, and LSD. i drive my manual IS300 in LA traffic just fine....

12-15-2008, 12:24 PM	#8
The Chad Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Richmond, VA Age: 44 Posts: 943 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I know a few people that went form S chassis to IS300's. They all love them. Smooth ride (stock suspention), good power, and auto tranny is smooth as crap so the ladies can sit back and enjoy the ride.....Did I mention they are quiet on the highway too --There is tons of aftermarket support for them too, sooo easy to find parts in the future.

12-15-2008, 12:42 PM	#11
RiversideS13 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Diamond Bar, CA Age: 43 Posts: 1,545 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i cannot remember exactly what are problems of 01 because i have not been to IS300 forums for a while. check out my.IS - Lexus IS Forum for more information. i just remember i read about the ECU, stereo, and transmission issue about 01 before. my 02 has 70k miles and have not had any major problem yet besides one faulty oxygen sensor (that sucker got 4 of them) and air condition gets slightly warm compare to before. all power window or lock still functions well unlike bmw lol. my manual is300 gets about 22 mpg very consistently and i think automatic would get about 20 average. all females (young or old) loves it i brought mine used in 06 with 49k miles

12-15-2008, 12:48 PM	#12
allntrlundrgrnd Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,483 Trader Rating: (17) Rides Gallery: allntrlundrgrnd Feedback Score: 17 reviews	my buddy drives a 6-speed one w/ intake and 3" exhaust. its LOUD as FUCK lol but he likes it. they are real nice cars, i LOVE the dash setup. plus its got the lexus factor= p-magnet __________________ https://www.instagram.com/kook_180sx

12-15-2008, 01:04 PM	#13
illxs14 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: 562 Age: 37 Posts: 486 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	^^ with what he said.. it's sporty and still a lexus i've been looking at them too lately, the mileage is kinda high but the price is low for the car, and its white! haha do it...do it. my __________________

12-15-2008, 01:08 PM	#14
lucky7 Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Oakland (OT) Michigan Age: 40 Posts: 3,353 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: lucky7 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i'd get a 3 series instead. thats just me though. im not a fan of yotas in general. they bore me to death. lol. __________________ -Dane

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SexPanda Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Where ever there is free beer Posts: 3,239 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	get a bmw. 1995 M3. <150k miles, under 10g's. Lol. Nah, the lexus is a nice little car... But evety time I see one its just kinda ho hum to me. __________________ BRAND NEW GReddy PRofec E-01 EBC for sale, Cheap!

12-15-2008, 02:40 PM	#18
ZX88 Post Whore! Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: ATX Age: 36 Posts: 2,946 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	i love the is300 wagon /hatchbacks. so hot.

12-15-2008, 02:49 PM	#20
IIIXziuR Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Left Hand Path Posts: 2,655 Trader Rating: (22) Feedback Score: 22 reviews	I really do like them. They are usually out of my price range though I seen maybe 2 that were Manual Trans. Most are Auto which is kinda boring but still a cool car. __________________ ... ... ... ... .

12-15-2008, 03:00 PM	#21
Erjay1 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Los Angeles Age: 39 Posts: 479 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	I hate IS300's. To me they're just an expensive civic with ugly tail lights. But thats just my opinion and you can buy it if you want to. goodluck.

12-15-2008, 03:08 PM	#22
Mtndrifter14 Zilvia Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: milwaukee Posts: 217 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I think you should wait for a stick one nick. You know that's why I bailed cause its so hard to find one in stick and now why Im leaning towards wrx's. But they are nice cars, but rwd in winter can be interesting especially on the highway cover with ice. hahah you guys have snow there

12-15-2008, 03:17 PM	#24
Charlie Zilvia Addict Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: SoCal (626) Posts: 667 Trader Rating: (35) Feedback Score: 35 reviews	If I could find one for that price around here I would buy it. __________________

12-15-2008, 03:23 PM	#25
rubenbandman Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bay Area, CA Age: 37 Posts: 27 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	^ agreed looks like a very clean car..

12-15-2008, 04:02 PM	#26
Flicktitty Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Wisconsin Age: 38 Posts: 3,686 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	Thanks guys, There's lots of good info here. I think i'm gonnna go look at the car up close this week. I did some more searching on Craigslist and saw an ad 2 weeks ago with the same car for 11K with some work wheels. The person said he wanted a better car for winter. So i wonder if he traded the car in to that dealership or another one and they got it through a auction. So i'm gonna get ahold of him and see what he got for the car. And work from there.

12-15-2008, 04:10 PM	#27
Fat Felix Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: El Monte, CA Posts: 739 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	how about a gs400? __________________ megasonly.wordpress.com

12-15-2008, 04:22 PM	#29
cxlo8331 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Feasting on the flesh of the guilty, and drinking the blood of the innocent (714) Posts: 1,751 Trader Rating: (17) Rides Gallery: cxlo8331 Feedback Score: 17 reviews	been looking into this aswell. looking for a new daily. something a little less flashy than my current. price seems good. mileage is slightly high; but shouldn't be an issue. hope you like it. toyota's are reliabe. __________________ -Carlo