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Hi

I'm thinking of getting a 2007 GS450h. I know that the warranty for the hybrid drivetrain is only 5yrs/60k, so it'd have run out already. How likely is it for the dealer to give something like a 2yr warranty along with a -15% discount on the advertised price? Is it too much to ask for? Does the 1yr Approved Used warranty cover hybrid components?

Thanks!

20% - I would say so. They normally have a minimum of £1000-1500 profit margin on a forecourt price.

But 20% will almost be £3000. Is their profit margin that high?

If you are a cash buyer, go for it. With a revamped IS250 on the horizon any older models will start to see their resale values drop and the dealers know this. You should be able to get a good deal.

Right. Would -20% be too much to ask?

Hi

How much do you think I could haggle a dealer for a 2yr old IS250? On Autotrader it's advertised as ~£15k. Can I knock at least 10% off?

Thanks

Utter twaddle.

If it had very low profile tyres on it.. maybe.....but then that would go for any car.

Drove mine for 9 hours from Scotland to Bournemouth in one day.... never had such a lovely quiet and smooth ride!!

Right. Is yours an SE? How does it cope with bumps and rough roads at lower speeds?

My F-Sport does have quite a bit of road noise (mainly due to crap roads) as it has thin profiles on. Ride is harder than normal due to the sport suspension. Thats the model that a few reviewers reviewed. Well worth it. The other models are softer but where is the fun in that? ;)

I think WhatCar reviewed at least both.

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Hi

According to whatcar, the IS suffers from severe road noise and the ride is too stiff. Isn't Lexus supposed to be known for a comfortable, smooth ride?

http://www.whatcar.com/car-reviews/lexus/is-saloon/full-review/25522-2

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