Test Driving an RC

MartinH · August 11

On 8/1/2024 at 9:49 AM, H3XME said:

I agree that some colours are nice, I myself had the Sage Metallic IS250 and that was a beautiful colour.

👍 Still is!

hondansxr · September 21

On 3/5/2024 at 2:36 AM, CorkVilla said:

I'm thinking of test driving a 2016 RC F Sport with approx 90,000 kilometres. I've never driven one before and don't know much about them. Just wondering what kind of things I should be looking for?

I'm currently driving a diesel Volvo so this would be quite a change for me.

hi if you do get one the first thing to do is get a pedal controller i have a tuneit one fitted to my rch & isf it completely changes the rc ... imo

the tunit Bluetooth version works off yr phone and gives 4 modes of play .

hondansxr · September 21

On 7/31/2024 at 3:40 PM, Linas.P said:

No clue on Irish pricing, but it is red, so that automatically is less desirable (not personal opinion, but statistically all oddball colours are less desirable), also pre-facelift... so at least between these two cars the blue one seems to be better value for money.

Purely on spec. the 2019 car comes with some nice extras, Widescreen Sat-Nav, LSS+ (so BSD, RTCA active-LKA and DCC) also has premium audio as clarified by Colin, also I believe face-lift has electric boot - I know small detail, but that was one of things that I specifically found annoying on my car. 2017 car has none of that and standard horrible audio as easily indicated by rotary dial.

i have a matador red mica isf and everyone even ladies comment on the colour i wanted the red rc but my wife & the fact i wanted rose interior ,the black one won.at hinckley car show last week . and yes thats an x19 its my mates & for sale 8k ...

Bobbybrown111 · October 3

Guess that the 2016 RC F Sport is a solid choice, but make sure to check for regular maintenance history, especially on the transmission and suspension. Test the brakes, listen for any unusual engine sounds, and ensure all electronics work.

Bobbybrown111 · October 5

These cars are fun to drive, but attention to detail is key. Also, if you're planning an event and need something different, consider limo hire for that extra touch of style!

CorkVilla · November 11

Still looking for the right RC.

This has come up for sale local to me. It's my favourite colour and looks in good condition but should I be concerned about the mileage at 145,000 kms? The ad mentions main dealer history which is reassuring.

https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/lexus-rc300h-2-5-petrol-hybrid-232-bhp-2016-161/38362501

H3XME · November 11

1 hour ago, CorkVilla said:

Still looking for the right RC.

This has come up for sale local to me. It's my favourite colour and looks in good condition but should I be concerned about the mileage at 145,000 kms? The ad mentions main dealer history which is reassuring.

https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/lexus-rc300h-2-5-petrol-hybrid-232-bhp-2016-161/38362501

145,000km / 90,000miles isn't concerning at all. Especially if it's been serviced every year by the main dealer.. 10k/year for a 8-9 year old car is average. Don't forget that you need to look at it as IS300h etc. Taxis around with 300k+ miles. You will be fine, but I would obviously expect the price to reflect on the mileage, despite the mileage not necessarily being an indicator of the its condition. Well maintained car with lots of miles > poorly maintained car with low miles.

DavidCM · November 11

Looks good from the photos.The annual Battery health check(and almost certainly the annual service)might well be due very soon,looking at the mileage since last batt.health check.

Might be worth checking the paperwork on this.From the advert,it seems to have come over from UK..try to find the UK registration no. and ask on here if anyone knows it.Could also check it's MOT history online and other searches may bring up further history.

Lexusjim · November 11

Looks lovely.....gorgeous colour. Bodywork in great condition and immaculate inside....little sign of wear on the steering wheel and the rear seats look like no one has ever sat on them...

Price...?

(I've taken the liberty of pasting one of the pictures from the site as it looks so good)

Edited November 11 by Lexusjim
Poor spelling.!