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  1. gb1600e
    Fingers crossed for you @Twellsie Has it gone to Lexus or you have it at home thinking what to do
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    I've seen this platidip method on YouTube and was it two minds if it actually worked. I get the theory but glad to know it works in practice. Might get my big boy pants on at the weekend and give it a go as my rear badges need a spruce up.
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    It's another example how strong ISF values seem to be at present but does seem out step with a newer RCF for the same sort of money.
  4. gb1600e
    Interesting insight there@4969_LXS How much were lexus charging for the flush, if its quoted separately. On reflection agree with @Northern isf to have it done as a proactive step although its something to have done additional to a major service I think. Or maybe by a reputable local / specialist.
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    I have had 2 conversations recently asking if my ISF gearbox has been flushed? Well I never knew gearbox flushing was a thing but apparently yes it is. None of the Lexus ISF service schedules mentions flushing and the nice young man at Lexus service department thought I was mad. (No mechanics available to ask). 2 minutes on the web describes the clear difference from just a drain and replace (the clue was in the name) but any of you F'ers in the habit of having your gearbox flushed as good practice ?? And if by lexus do they record it anywhere?
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    We need to start a campaign 👍
  7. gb1600e
    At the risk of straying off topic the thought of an IS 500 interests me no end. In fact I would become all giddy if there were to be a estate version as a performance load lugger covers most of my vehicle requirements in one. It would be oh so much more appealing than an Rs4 or C63 estate IMHO.
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    Never be surprised at the amount of dealer mark ups. A friend of a friend unfortunately needs to sell a motorhome and their friendly dealer offerd her 30k. They have an identical model on the forecourt at £42. And it's not as if they hang around long as recent events see's self isolating modes of holidaying ever more popular.
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    Interesting £number as I have been thinking of selling my 09 plate ISF with 100k miles for a while so I guess its similar ball park. I say thinking as dont really want to sell but good news valuations appear strong.
  10. gb1600e
    Well you know when you really think you need something....🤣 One set for track days one set for winter........and the best set for summer blasts. 😷 The fact I haven't been further than Tesco's in 6 months brings forward a different plan.😭
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    I have 2 spare sets of the genuine ISF wheels and I might consider selling one if you want to PM me.
  12. gb1600e
    Wow. Its dearer now than it was when I test drove it 2 years ago at Arnold Ckark in Stoke. I dont think as a rule F prices have gone up in 2 years. Or is everything just dearer the further South it gets.🤣
  13. gb1600e
    All very interesting to conclude all that glitters is not gold. I would expect that while the original post had pagid disks with brembo stamped on them they may well be different to ones marketed as brembo for more ££. In the same way I was lead to believe the brembo after market ones are different (a lesser spec) than the OEM Lexus / Brembo ones. And they may all come from the same factory! Truth of fiction? Who knows?
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    I would have one in a heat beat but it's a second car toy isn't it and I would need to win the lottery first. Looks awesome in the Lexus press photos in Blue though. As an 8 year old second hand prospect can you imagine having a fault on the folding roof to sort. Might need a second lottery win.
  15. gb1600e
    Looks great. Some nice weather due so getting out and about is the thing to do now 👍 But the bug splatter on the front. Ahhh!
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    @B1 RMA (car has only done 2000 odd miles since the last service). I'm in similar territory with only 1000 miles since service in October and 3000 since last MOT which is due now. As a second car I'm simply not using the her enough which is a shame so thinking about selling. Have to agree on the Warrenty point though on cost and longevity. Mine runs to March 2022 when the car will be 13 years old! Bless you Lexus. Bless you Lexus too for giving me 3 months extra free due to covid. Where else can you find such a car still under a great warranty? Hold on a min....it sounds like a car I should buy not sell🤣
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    The engine from the ex Humberside police car that was written off last year was sold for around £5k and was shipped to the buyer in Dubai I believe! So the market is spread far and wide.
  18. gb1600e
    An interesting short read in the Lexus newsletter today. https://blog.lexus.co.uk/motorsport-milestones-lexus/?ac=C7926&mc=E02&URN=5901745
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    You do take a mean and moody photo @NothernDan that's a fact. Makes the best of your mean and moody F for sure. 👍
  20. gb1600e
    Cobwebs, shocking.🤪 I cleaned mine at the weekend and needed to turn it round to Hoover the boot. It took me 20 minutes before I found a safe place for a u turn. 👍 Got home and had to wash again. There are worse things to be doing on an otherwise uninteresting weekend.
  21. gb1600e
    Ah, that's 2 previous owners being member on here and the car is a credit to both of you. ( the 3 of us now 🤪 ) I wonder if any more? Your additions and the black badges all improvements that set the back end off just nicely. And yes @F.A. white being the best colour. Possibly. Maybe. 😎
  22. gb1600e
    After years I just got round to adding a profile picture. So while I'm at here are a few more from life before lockdown.
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    Agree with @B1 RMA that cash might well become king again as we come out of lockdown. Understandably dealers teaditionally want the profit on the car and the interest and commissions on the finance to make their margin but after lockdown I can only imagine they may be a bit more keen on a cash deal just to create some turnover. Customer stance would need to be cash or walk away as any sniff you want the car no matter what then you are back into their hands on their terms.
  24. gb1600e
    I bought a mint set of the blade design from @NothernDan (thanks Dan) as spares but thay are so nice I haven't dared to put them on the car. 😬 I ended up having my own wheels refurbished instead......and then went and scuffed one of the rears. 😫 so will maybe swap sometime soon. That said I do like the later design you have but have never seen a set for sale. Can a man have too many spare shiney wheels I wonder 🤔
  25. gb1600e
    Is yours different to ours then? 🤔
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