Future of Lexus discussion 2013-2015
02-04-15, 03:17 AM
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02-04-15, 03:33 AM
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Wish Lexus would open up more dealerships. Both BMW and Mercedes are in the 300's in terms of number of US dealerships, Lexus in the 200's. Speaks well of Lexus though that they compete near the top of sales with far fewer dealerships.
My hometown of Columbia, MO would really do well for Lexus. My understanding is that Lexus has thus far denied the big local dealership company (biggest in Missouri) from bringing the franchise to town - despite having extremely successful Mercedes and BMW dealers.
My hometown of Columbia, MO would really do well for Lexus. My understanding is that Lexus has thus far denied the big local dealership company (biggest in Missouri) from bringing the franchise to town - despite having extremely successful Mercedes and BMW dealers.
But as a consumer I would love that! There is a joint BMW - Audi dealership in South Florida that just proves how wrong is to have something like this if you are a manufacturer but how good it is to be a consumer. My friend wanted to get a 3 series but he ended up going to Audi next door because BMW guy told him that he should check out a crazy lease rate for A4. Yes A4 was cheaper but my friend still wanted a 3 no matter what until Audi guy came back at him on the phone while he was in Bimmer sales office and told him he got a deal for him - $300/month all expenses included for fully loaded four banger A4! BMW was not mad at all nor did he even try to counter that as I'm sure he got a cut on this one or he is ok with company's' priorities at the exact moment which was to move A4 inventory.
03-18-15, 06:54 PM
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Anyone see the facelifted LX at a dealer meeting yet?
I really like the look of the current LX, i hope they don't go crazy spindle on it and give it a weird face with even lower bumpers.
I really like the look of the current LX, i hope they don't go crazy spindle on it and give it a weird face with even lower bumpers.
03-18-15, 07:51 PM
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03-18-15, 08:53 PM
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I would also deny anyone who carries competitor product within the certain radius as well. They do not care about the product they care about meeting the goals set by certain manufacturer to get extra benefits/avoid penalties or the highest profit margin when all goals are met.
But as a consumer I would love that! There is a joint BMW - Audi dealership in South Florida that just proves how wrong is to have something like this if you are a manufacturer but how good it is to be a consumer. My friend wanted to get a 3 series but he ended up going to Audi next door because BMW guy told him that he should check out a crazy lease rate for A4. Yes A4 was cheaper but my friend still wanted a 3 no matter what until Audi guy came back at him on the phone while he was in Bimmer sales office and told him he got a deal for him - $300/month all expenses included for fully loaded four banger A4! BMW was not mad at all nor did he even try to counter that as I'm sure he got a cut on this one or he is ok with company's' priorities at the exact moment which was to move A4 inventory.
But as a consumer I would love that! There is a joint BMW - Audi dealership in South Florida that just proves how wrong is to have something like this if you are a manufacturer but how good it is to be a consumer. My friend wanted to get a 3 series but he ended up going to Audi next door because BMW guy told him that he should check out a crazy lease rate for A4. Yes A4 was cheaper but my friend still wanted a 3 no matter what until Audi guy came back at him on the phone while he was in Bimmer sales office and told him he got a deal for him - $300/month all expenses included for fully loaded four banger A4! BMW was not mad at all nor did he even try to counter that as I'm sure he got a cut on this one or he is ok with company's' priorities at the exact moment which was to move A4 inventory.
03-27-15, 09:07 PM
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bump..............any info on the LX?
03-28-15, 12:29 PM
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I read about the 4 cylinder 2.8 diesel, you think this might be for the Prado instead?
03-28-15, 12:44 PM
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On the other hand, LX will likely get 4.5l V8 diesel and both may get revised petrols as well.
04-11-15, 02:09 PM
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Some japanese websites are saying the LX will be announced on the 17th of June. I would think it is next in line after the ES, correct?
04-16-15, 05:30 PM
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UPDATE: 4/16/2015
This year
- IS200t and RC200t coming toward end of year (IS first)
- LX MMC will be similar to '13 LS major/minor, includes host of technology upgrades, full color HUD and Lexus Safety System +
- Ultra Luxury RX trim, pano roof option, we won't use the term 'autonomous' but let's just say steering and brakes can be regulated with hands in lap
- 3 row crossover still a year away
- 2017 LF-LC
On the Horizon
- 5LS supposed to take a page from 1989 LS400 and be 'World Class' not just best in class - Akio Toyoda personally invested in project
This year
- IS200t and RC200t coming toward end of year (IS first)
- LX MMC will be similar to '13 LS major/minor, includes host of technology upgrades, full color HUD and Lexus Safety System +
- Ultra Luxury RX trim, pano roof option, we won't use the term 'autonomous' but let's just say steering and brakes can be regulated with hands in lap
- 3 row crossover still a year away
- 2017 LF-LC
On the Horizon
- 5LS supposed to take a page from 1989 LS400 and be 'World Class' not just best in class - Akio Toyoda personally invested in project
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04-16-15, 05:45 PM
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Thanks for the wonderful news...
Looking forward to the new ES and RC 200t...
I'm also gonna try to convince my brother to get the 2016 LX...
Looking forward to the new ES and RC 200t...
I'm also gonna try to convince my brother to get the 2016 LX...
04-16-15, 05:53 PM
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UPDATE: 4/16/2015
This year
- IS200t and RC200t coming toward end of year (IS first)
- LX MMC will be similar to '13 LS major/minor, includes host of technology upgrades, full color HUD and Lexus Safety System +
- Ultra Luxury RX trim, pano roof option
On the Horizon
- 5LS supposed to take a page from 1989 LS400 and be 'World Class' not just best in class - Akio Toyoda personally invested in project
This year
- IS200t and RC200t coming toward end of year (IS first)
- LX MMC will be similar to '13 LS major/minor, includes host of technology upgrades, full color HUD and Lexus Safety System +
- Ultra Luxury RX trim, pano roof option
On the Horizon
- 5LS supposed to take a page from 1989 LS400 and be 'World Class' not just best in class - Akio Toyoda personally invested in project
04-16-15, 08:39 PM
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UPDATE: 4/16/2015
This year
- IS200t and RC200t coming toward end of year (IS first)
- LX MMC will be similar to '13 LS major/minor, includes host of technology upgrades, full color HUD and Lexus Safety System +
- Ultra Luxury RX trim, pano roof option
- 3 row crossover still a year away
On the Horizon
- 5LS supposed to take a page from 1989 LS400 and be 'World Class' not just best in class - Akio Toyoda personally invested in project
This year
- IS200t and RC200t coming toward end of year (IS first)
- LX MMC will be similar to '13 LS major/minor, includes host of technology upgrades, full color HUD and Lexus Safety System +
- Ultra Luxury RX trim, pano roof option
- 3 row crossover still a year away
On the Horizon
- 5LS supposed to take a page from 1989 LS400 and be 'World Class' not just best in class - Akio Toyoda personally invested in project