Age of ES 350 owners
06-20-10, 01:26 PM
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LexBob2, I considered the Infinity but I am too lazy to go to the dealer which is pretty far from where I live. Also, I want a sporty car but I am not sure if my back could take it. I suspect, based on consumer reviews, the infinity seats would not be as comfortable as those in the Lexus.
I think the seats in the new Maxima are more comfort oriented although I really didn't spend much time in one.
06-22-10, 07:53 PM
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I was 31 when I bought my 2008 ES 350 and the more I drive it the more I like it. Very comfortable, quiet highway cruiser, with more than enough power and great gas mileage, especially for its size.
07-05-10, 04:20 PM
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I am 29 and I love my ES. Super quiet and comfortable. I actually enjoy driving long-trip again! My only complaint is the front-wheel drive and bad cornering ability, but well that's not what the ES is for anyway.
IS is fun to drive (rear-drive, sportier suspensions, etc) but it is too small if you are planning to carry family members or go to Costco, and the ride isn't as comfortable.
I am coming from a heavily modded MB C class, no regrets here
IS is fun to drive (rear-drive, sportier suspensions, etc) but it is too small if you are planning to carry family members or go to Costco, and the ride isn't as comfortable.
I am coming from a heavily modded MB C class, no regrets here
07-05-10, 05:36 PM
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I am 29 and I love my ES. Super quiet and comfortable. I actually enjoy driving long-trip again! My only complaint is the front-wheel drive and bad cornering ability, but well that's not what the ES is for anyway.
IS is fun to drive (rear-drive, sportier suspensions, etc) but it is too small if you are planning to carry family members or go to Costco, and the ride isn't as comfortable.
I am coming from a heavily modded MB C class, no regrets here
IS is fun to drive (rear-drive, sportier suspensions, etc) but it is too small if you are planning to carry family members or go to Costco, and the ride isn't as comfortable.
I am coming from a heavily modded MB C class, no regrets here
. It is amazingly comfortable. I commute almost 35 miles each way to work so the comfort was a must have for me.
07-21-10, 11:41 PM
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Hey HondaDrive, i'm 24 and i drive a ES350. I wanted a car tuned for comfort for our nasty Montreal roads,reliable,fuel efficient,and awesome looking!
IS cars are beautiful, but i drive over speed bumps and potholes more than i take nice curvy roads, so it wasn't an option. The ES was a pure winner for me.
If you're that worried about the looks you can always do some mods to it like smoke the lights or something.
I knew going in that people would think i was taking mom&dad's car but i didn't care.
GET THE ES! its an amazing value for the money, and one of the few cars JDpower gives 5-star reliability rating to!
IS cars are beautiful, but i drive over speed bumps and potholes more than i take nice curvy roads, so it wasn't an option. The ES was a pure winner for me.
If you're that worried about the looks you can always do some mods to it like smoke the lights or something.
I knew going in that people would think i was taking mom&dad's car but i didn't care.
GET THE ES! its an amazing value for the money, and one of the few cars JDpower gives 5-star reliability rating to!
07-23-10, 05:05 AM
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We have an ES, I'm 47. When I drive it, all I want to do is sleep in it. It is a sleepy car. Nice and quiet, serene, but too soft. Our IS was a bit too stiff, and too small. I like something in between. Our Accord is the perfect balance between hard and soft.
07-25-10, 10:57 AM
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if we keep this thread going longer..we will all be older older...drive what pleases you and brings you satisfaction in automobile...nothing else matters--age somewhere in the middle .
07-29-10, 05:28 AM
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Hello,
I am new to this forum. I was about to buy a Lexus ES 350 and still will probably buy this car but I saw an article about this car that made me think about it. I read that the average age of an ES 350 buyer is 61. I am well under 61 but really like the car but I do not want to buy a car that mostly seniors are buying. I am also looking at the IS 350. Comfort is very important to but I also want a youthful looking car. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
I am new to this forum. I was about to buy a Lexus ES 350 and still will probably buy this car but I saw an article about this car that made me think about it. I read that the average age of an ES 350 buyer is 61. I am well under 61 but really like the car but I do not want to buy a car that mostly seniors are buying. I am also looking at the IS 350. Comfort is very important to but I also want a youthful looking car. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
07-30-10, 01:54 PM
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Just got my wife an ES 350, we are both 33. She drives it & I do the MODS & IMO it's got enough get up & go when you need it. We have 2 school age boys & the car provides a comfortable ride & roomy enough for them in the back seat. I've also got a TAHOE for the times when we really need room. Check out my photo & you'll see that the ES can look SPORTY also;-)