matt8

I did a bit of digging. Over at https://www.lexus-tech.eu/Bluetooth/search.aspx I have seen a list of firmware versions for Premium Nav. After VD12103A @nikkethegreat mentions, I have also seen: VD12103B VD12104A VD12104B I'm currently running VD12104B so looks like this is the latest.

A follow up here guys... I know you all said, don't worry! But every time I open the boot, the dirt catches my eye. And I live near a lot of trees with leaf and other matter often falling into the drainage. I decided to take the rear lights out to have a proper look and it was pretty bunged up. It was two bolts each side, easy to do. Pry two plastic covers off to access the bolts. Slide cluster back (slightly upward so you don't catch the clips and scratch the body work). Some photos attached. There is now such a gap for water to flow into, that I thought the lights were not properly clipped back in at first. I've not gone further down (into bumper) to see what's gone there, but at least I know there's no longer blockage for water to run in there and to be held by the lights / electricals / 12V battery.

Welcome Nick to this corner of the forum! Those black wheels. Are they Lexus manufactured, or after market?

I'd seek opinions on which dealerships are most helpful firstly. There's a few highly rated, and some that are consistently poor, as reported by forum members.

May need the help of @Capt.Insano, whoever has the latest card, to extract the firmware.

What's the latest firmware version at the moment?

The bins stick out of the cup holders however, so perhaps that is not acceptable to your wife's elbows.

There is definitely an option. I turned that tutorial off, I don't need to hear it every time. Look in the settings.

The 60K service ought to have been done already, it's a time OR distance interval, whichever comes first. 2014 would make it due around about now - 5 years. I'd ask the dealer to do it as part of you taking the car off them. I wouldn't be too worried about security, I'm not sure there's that much demand for Lexus parts on the black market. Just enjoy the car!

If dealer broke it off, ask them to reattach!

Premier is top spec. F-Sport is one level down, but comes with things Premier does not (and I believe - someone correct me if I am wrong - cannot get, e.g. LFA-inspired moving dial). They've changed things over time however, so don't assume one trim has X feature or add-on. I can't keep a track of it all myself. It varies between age. You should be able to get an F-Sport or Premier with that budget, just depends on age / mileage. My F-Sport is full leather as far as I know 🙄 Welcome to the IS board!

http://www.diy-time.com/automotive/toyota/smart-key-fob-program-toyota-lexus-scion/

Even main dealers don't always do things as they should. Sounds like a poor excuse, you absolutely would check under the bonnet if it's a bonnet problem. Which Toyota dealership? So simply removing the cover from the scuttle panel, and the gaps are now gone?

It's not so much cleaning what's exposed, but cleaning where it drains out / what'll happen if it blocks. It's not just water and dust, but the odd leaf and chunk of debris that I can see has slipped down and cannot get out. Where does it run to?

Anyone any idea how to clean what I can only assume is for water drainage at the back of the car? Visible only when boot open. Mine is pretty dirty. Not sure how to access for cleaning. Concerned about simply flushing it down as it'll clog up perhaps. Or cause a leak into the car. Thanks

After a drink driver hit and hospitalised myself and my family last year, I would be delighted to know that any monies being paid out to us, is going to be promptly charged to him. If he has to sell his house, his car, and give up on a few luxuries in life to pay that, then so be it. How often is a bill sent by an insurer, to cover their liabilities to the third party? In the case of drink driving, there is no excuse, so in 100% of cases I hope.

Exactly what I said in the first place (see above)!

You sound proud of that fella...? I know that my insurer terms and conditions says plainly that there is no cover if the vehicle does not have an MOT certificate at the time of the incident. It's simple. There may be insurers out there who will allow your claim the same as if you had a valid MOT. How many? Not many I imagine. However, we know insurers are in it for profit, and if they can avoid paying out, they will. And if it's a claim where the fault is being contested, I bet the the third party's accident management companies / solicitors would have a field day, using your lack of an MOT to pin the blame on you. Good luck arguing and proving roadworthiness of your vehicle when it's in pieces after a crash, without an MOT cert. Ask the recovery company to swing by the MOT station on the way back to storage perhaps 🤔

Welcome to the IS Forum @Ace8800!

What cable did you use Ian? And how much did that cost?

Mis-read the blog post, gents. Indeed, the LS 500 mentions this belonged to a customer who had their RC F done, not a GS-F. Oops! Glad you had a good experience with them @wendle - will send my car to UF one day!

If I purchased new and wanted to protect my paintwork, I'd be looking at getting these guys doing the work: https://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/uf/new-car-protection-service.aspx They know their stuff. And they're not cheap. Have you seen the price of gtechniq products? They've done a few Lexus; https://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/car-care-blog/paintwork-correction/lexus-is-f-flagship-sports-saloon-revitalised-using-rupes-bigfoot/ https://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/car-care-blog/new-car-protection/lexus-lc-500-v8/ https://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/car-care-blog/gloss-enhancement/lexus-gs-f-comprehensively-protected-with-gtechniqs-composite-ceramic-coating/ Edit: reading them again, the GS-F owner is also the same LC 500 owner. I wonder if they lurk in these forums?

There are some other posts on here about high mileage Is300h vehicles. This one has is a 150K+ vehicle on Autotrader at the moment. It has a clear MOT apart from a headlight that needed adjusting. https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201905268359876 There is talk of Prius going 300K+ This Prius went 600K: https://artofgears.com/2016/02/23/this-second-generation-toyota-prius-has-close-to-600000-miles/ Tote Is300h will go many more miles than it sounds like you'll ever drive. Though personally, I like to acquire a lower mileage vehicle rather than a higher one, as you can never be sure how the car has been treated during the time it's been racking up those. There is something to be said for unusually low mileage vehicles too. Perhaps clocked odometers, lots of short journeys when engine is cold (causing engine wear), or cars sat unused for great lengths of time.

These cars could easily last 300K

I was not suggesting buying this. This was simply the first I found, a ten second search. My point being, there are plenty out there that fit your budget. @rayaans has a much better for you above!