2005 Lexus IS

Well built car, little maintance required

By RAMGTO (MI) on Thursday, April 04, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 145,000

Pros: "Looks, build quality, driving experience, comfort"

Cons: "fuel GPM could be better for light small engine 26"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"I love this car because even with the miles on it, it is still just so solid in feel. Its a well built car with quality put into every part in it, except the radio but everyone of these cars has had it replaced by now. Even the factory shocks are original and only now are they STARTING to show that there getting a little lose."

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Great used car Value//Fun to drive

By Used Lexus IS300 2002 (SC) on Thursday, April 04, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 132,000

Pros: "performance, value, reliability"

Cons: "gas mileage, limited cargo space"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"I have owned 2 Lexus IS300s. The first was a 2005 and then a 2002 I currently drive. I feel safe and confident driving this car. It is not very big on the inside but still comfortable. It does not have folding rear seats so you are limited in what you can do at the home improvement store. The inline 6 cylinder is powerful and very smooth, the automatic transmission shifts wonderfully. The gas mileage is only fair for a fairly light weight car, at best 16-17city and 23-26 hwy w/ premium fuel. I enjoy the confidence of this car"s performance enough to make the gas mileage a minor gripe. I only put 7,000 miles per year on the vehicle. Everything has held up wonderfully on this car, cosmetically and mechanically. No issues found in this 11 year old car, other than a blown rear speaker (ps. I have really enjoyed the factory 6cd sound system) These make wonderful great used car values for someone that is neither particalar on gas mileage or needing a lot of cargo space. I bought mine for $10,000 2 year ago with 121,000miles and plan on selling in about a year from now for $7000. They keep their value, and toyota can take care of most maintenance and repairs. Great Value!! Very enjoyable to drive!!"

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Best bang for your buck!

By xapexi (CA) on Tuesday, February 26, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 156,000

Pros: "Superb handling, sexy, comfortable and reliable!"

Cons: "Weight, No foldable rear seats, gas mileage!"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

transformation

"I've owned this car for two years now. (5Speed manual with LSD) For the two years that I've owned this car, it has treated me very well! I do regular synthetic only oil changes every 4k miles. The car handles very well to begin with, but I've changed out most of the suspension, changed the intake, exhaust, wheels, tires,rotors, tires, bumpers. My car handles like a champ, whether it be GRIP OR DRIFT! If you dont modify it though, it is still a very good quality ride. the 2JZ motor is a VERY reliable motor, parts for this car arent that expensive anymore. Im a college student and I can afford to repair it!"

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Getting fed up with this thing

By cls (CA) on Saturday, February 02, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 85,000

Pros: "Runs, drives and holds up flawlessly"

Cons: "Mediocre gas mileage and it won't quit"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Over ten years and I'm getting tired of it and want a new car. The Sportcross fits everything I need to carry, it handles like nothing else I've test driven and, with the exception of one oxygen sensor, has been fault free. I can't find a replacement that's not a downgrade and I'm getting really fed up."

2 people out of 2 found this review helpful

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Favorite car I have ever owned

By Indyracer (CO) on Tuesday, December 18, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 125,000

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I have had my is300 for 8 years now and it still looks the same as the day I bought it. Never any problems. Interior has shown no sign of wear. I can't tell you how nice it's been to have a such a reliable, good looking car for this many years. I've only had to do regular maintenance and it drives like new."

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Best Car I have owned

By is300Co (CO) on Thursday, November 15, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 190,000

Pros: "Quality, Reliability, Fun"

Cons: "Smaller cabin, expensive routine maintenance"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"By far the most reliable luxusry car I have had (comparing with BMW, Jaguar, Volvo, Audi). Regular maintenance is expensive if you take it to the dealership, but I have not had anything start to wear out until I hit the 180k mile mark @ 10 years old. Materials used in the IS300 are much more luxurious and of higher quality than the current IS 250/350 models offer. It feels just as fast and fun to drive as a BMW, although if you look at the specs it is actually a slower 0-60 time. It is very nimble and small enough to make driving in heavy traffic easy. Does well in the snow, I have taken it all over the colorado mountains in winter and have never had any problems. Only downside is if your over 6'2" tall. I am 5'10" and my head is only an inch from the ceiling."

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