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Anybody who thinks the BMW X3 is fashionable has no taste whatsoever, and needs an urgent appointment at Specsavers. It is marginally better to drive than the NX, but looks hideous, boxy and dated inside and out. The Evoque is a stunning looking car with a nice interior, and looks particularly good on the back of a breakdown truck as it disappears down the road. I would certainly recommend one over an NX if you value looks over quality, and want to form a deep meaningful relationship with all the Land Rover technicians at your local dealership.

Been a while since i organized anything for the East Mid's area. Due to the success of previous meet's at this venue, Let's go for it again.. Usual time we meet is around 10;30 onwards. Add name's below please. 1. IHgs300 and wife. 2, Ozzieb 3. Craigison. 4, Yuri. 5. Steve2006,

I was so lucky when I needed a nearside UCA for mine, I too got a quote of £525.00 from Lexus and a choice of Chinese quality from the likes of AZ motor parts until I spotted a brand new OEM one for £120.00 on ebay. You think the LS400 is fast but I couldn't move my finger fast enough to click the touchpad at that price.

The US forum has extensively covered aftermarket filters. NONE will actually add BHP in isolation, some actually sap 2 or 3. You need down pipes and full exhaust to complement them. Sound on the other hand is a vast improvement imo and really adds to the thrill of driving the car. It is a V8 and in stock form does not sound like it imo. Air intake and exhaust made me go from liking the car to LOVING the car. IMO the Takeda provides the best sound from the digging i did.

I dont think panel filters add anything at all. But could be wrong . Takeda intake was my first mod also , next is the apex throttle control for approx 150 and should improve the throttle response no end im told and seems great value. Finally hope to get an HS exhaust for 1200 next year and thats it for me !! Changing headers for a couple grand and 30bhp just doesnt seem worth it too me but who knows in future.... :-) Sent from my iPad using Lexus OC

Apparently theres quite a few bhp gains from it. I went for the takeda intake which personally prefer as the sound is less of a roar and most of the stock air box is kept. Dont know if its worth the 350 quid or so for the KN but if you like the sound then fair enough, was abit too loud for me and wanted as little as change from stock as possible. I was able to fit mine myself where as the kn was a little more involved ... For a numbnuts like me i wanted it as simpleto do otherwise would have to pay someone to do it. So if your a dab hand under the bonnet want it loud go for the KN ! Sent from my iPad using Lexus OC

Looks like being a good turn out :)

Thanks for organising a meet . Fen Ditton 45 mins away so I look forward to meeting you all. Had my 2006 350SL since July 2014 and just love it ! Need to learn your views on Servicing and wether to go the Lexus garage route or an independent. See you soon.

Hi Stuart The pristine appearance of my engine bay is not my handiwork. In order to get my cars into showroom condition I have engaged the services of a professional DETAILER. Here are the before and after pictures of my Mk4: DSC00827 (Large).JPG DSC00864 (Large).JPG Having achieved this I then try to use my cars only on nice dry days, and after each outing I thoroughly clean not only the engine bay but the entire car before putting it away. In other words, one has to keep on top of things. A bit OTT, I suppose. Pepe Pepe do you own the 911 as well? Nice reg plate. Tarun