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Came out to the car this morning, first time in days, to see this. Not there last time I cleaned the car, less than 30 miles ago.. NSF disc OSF disc Car drives and brakes fine. No unusual noises, certainly no screeching.

Slow and unpredictable? As, in Normal mode, the transmission has only one 'gear' the 'box is always predictable. The system brings up the engine revs as required and in line with what one experiences with a traditional auto box in kickdown. Put the car into Sport (or Sport+) mode and instantly one has clearly defined "gears". Place the transmission into 'S' mode and one can have instant, 'PlayStation' like gear changes at the touch of a shift paddle. Change down in preparation for an overtake is just as one would experience from a manual gearbox. IMHO the E-CVT transmission is the best 'automatic' style transmission I've ever experienced. Add in the relatively simple mechanics one has a very reliable, flexible and responsive transmission.

It's stated in my owner's handbook under Maintenance and care.

I feel the real world performance of my RC300h is much 'faster' than might be expected from it's stated 0-60 of 8sec. Mid-range acceleration is impressive and makes for fast, safe overtakes. As posted above take one out for an extended test drive ..

I think I'm correct in saying not all models and years had self healing top coat. My RCs both did/do The only advice I've read regarding the use of DAS polishers is that the heat they can generate can cause issue with the self healing as this is activated by heat (as in sunlight) Lexus recommend not to use abrasive polishes on those models with self healing top coats

Sorry, I should have phrased my answer more clearly. If the rear seats are unoccupied one can select not to ventilate/heat/condition the rear cabin area. Rear Seat heating/ventilation (if you have the option) would be a separate control

Must admit the ML in the courtesy NX I had recently did sound quite 'thin' compared with that in my RC. Regarding the switch between hybrid and petrol it was seamless, the car had only 300 miles on the clock.

"So why do Lexus parts HAVE to be expensive?" Simple answer is they don't but Lexus/Toyota want to project an image of luxury, so price accordingly. Plus they don't have a huge turnover on parts as the cars are built up to a higher level of quality, rather than down to a price. Plus I'm sure the £500 part will have been made/quality controlled to a higher and tighter spec than the cheaper ones.

Called S-Flow, if the rear seats are unoccupied one can select to only ventilate/heat/condition the front. This improves efficiency but may depending on ambient and cabin temps be over-ridden by the system. https://d24bc9lyrt5en5.cloudfront.net/Customer-Portal-Admin/emanuals/LEXUS/OM53D19E.pdf

An interesting resource, admittedly manly for non-EU vehicles but may be useful? It's not just Lexus but many other marques as well https://www.automobile-catalog.com/list-lexus.html

Me too ...

Perhaps I should have said "up to a maximum of 10% over-read". Unless I have modified my car by fitting different wheels/tyres etc. I don't concern myself with the speedometer accuracy. Speed limits are just that, a limit. Not a target.

All manufacturers speedometers over-read, usually by approximately 10% By law they must not under-read. I've only checked mine against those roadside indicators and always seems to be within a couple of mph shown.

This would also be a major MoT test failure, if the tester can be bothered to look. 8.2.2.1. Exhaust emission control equipment

Would also invalidate insurance.

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/china-fines-toyota-87-6-144426072.html?guccounter=1

But do the thieves know this?

Thank you, wishing you a happy and healthy new year

I think I have a rare automatic version, it refills without any intervention by me

Careful handling and proper regular services should see all ok (yes, still talking about the mug!! 😏)

No doubt it will give many years of trouble free service

No doubt it will give many years of trouble free service

Merry Christmas

Poor or corroded connections to the screen heater? Does the heater clear the screen evenly?

Try contacting Lexus UK customer service?