From Lexus to Audi, and now back to Lexus
11-12-16, 01:11 PM
#1
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From Lexus to Audi, and now back to Lexus
Not sure if I was a member of this board back when I had a 2007 ES350, but these boards have always been helpful, and helped with my recent purchase, so thank you all.
11-12-16, 02:50 PM
#2
Congrats! Can you provide some details about your new ride and/or share some pictures?
I'm curious if you got a RWD or a AWD since you're in MD. I definitely agree. This is a great forum and a great resource. There is a TON of information about the 4GS already posted in this sub-forum if you ever need it - just need to use the "search this forum" feature
~ Im2bz2p345
I'm curious if you got a RWD or a AWD since you're in MD. I definitely agree. This is a great forum and a great resource. There is a TON of information about the 4GS already posted in this sub-forum if you ever need it - just need to use the "search this forum" feature
~ Im2bz2p345
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11-12-16, 05:23 PM
#3
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I bought a 2014 GS350-F with 29,000 miles on it, Nebula Gray exterior/ox blood red interior, lol. I have AWD with the winter package, but not the luxury package. It pretty has everything i need, and more. I have some questions im hoping someone can answer (and yes, ive searched the boards).
When i had my last Lexus i always had it serviced at the Toyota dealership, is there a downside to that?
Ive successfully connected my android phone to the car, however...if i turn the car off, the next time i return to the car the phone doesnt automatically connect. When i go into the menu, i can see the phone, but even when i select it the phone doesnt connect. I have to hit the "add new" button and then the "carmultimedia" in my bluetooth settings on the phone. Is there a fix for this?
Thanks in advance.
When i had my last Lexus i always had it serviced at the Toyota dealership, is there a downside to that?
Ive successfully connected my android phone to the car, however...if i turn the car off, the next time i return to the car the phone doesnt automatically connect. When i go into the menu, i can see the phone, but even when i select it the phone doesnt connect. I have to hit the "add new" button and then the "carmultimedia" in my bluetooth settings on the phone. Is there a fix for this?
Thanks in advance.
11-12-16, 07:40 PM
#4
Just curious which Audi model you had, and why you came back to Lexus? I traded a '13 GS F-Sport for a '15 S5. Now I have a '17 A4. I love my Audi, but I also loved my GS. Both great cars.
11-12-16, 08:57 PM
#5
I bought a 2014 GS350-F with 29,000 miles on it, Nebula Gray exterior/ox blood red interior, lol. I have AWD with the winter package, but not the luxury package. It pretty has everything i need, and more. I have some questions im hoping someone can answer (and yes, ive searched the boards).
When i had my last Lexus i always had it serviced at the Toyota dealership, is there a downside to that?
Ive successfully connected my android phone to the car, however...if i turn the car off, the next time i return to the car the phone doesnt automatically connect. When i go into the menu, i can see the phone, but even when i select it the phone doesnt connect. I have to hit the "add new" button and then the "carmultimedia" in my bluetooth settings on the phone. Is there a fix for this?
Thanks in advance.
When i had my last Lexus i always had it serviced at the Toyota dealership, is there a downside to that?
Ive successfully connected my android phone to the car, however...if i turn the car off, the next time i return to the car the phone doesnt automatically connect. When i go into the menu, i can see the phone, but even when i select it the phone doesnt connect. I have to hit the "add new" button and then the "carmultimedia" in my bluetooth settings on the phone. Is there a fix for this?
Thanks in advance.
No downside in having oil changes done at Toyota. For everything else however, I would take the car to Lexus. Your previous car was really a Camry in disguise, so the techs at Toyota were more familiar with it. GS is a different animal.
11-13-16, 04:16 AM
#6
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Thanks SNiiP3R.
deseag2, i absolutely loved the Audi. I had a 2010 A5 3.2, but i had a little over 100,000 miles on it and it started to nickel and dime me with repair costs. I really had no issues with the car until about 90lk miles, that's when i started having some electrical problems. Ill miss the Audi, but i will not miss the costly routine maintenance (if you dont have audicare). I almost laughed when i took my car to the GS to Lexus and they said that the 30k maintenance service is a "major" one and will costs $400....i almost said "THAT'S ALL??!?!". I had grown accustomed to paying crazy prices for routine maintenance. I also needed a bigger vehicle because i need the space since my little one is getting bigger.
deseag2, i absolutely loved the Audi. I had a 2010 A5 3.2, but i had a little over 100,000 miles on it and it started to nickel and dime me with repair costs. I really had no issues with the car until about 90lk miles, that's when i started having some electrical problems. Ill miss the Audi, but i will not miss the costly routine maintenance (if you dont have audicare). I almost laughed when i took my car to the GS to Lexus and they said that the 30k maintenance service is a "major" one and will costs $400....i almost said "THAT'S ALL??!?!". I had grown accustomed to paying crazy prices for routine maintenance. I also needed a bigger vehicle because i need the space since my little one is getting bigger.
11-13-16, 05:32 AM
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Where in MD are you? If you're in the D.C. area don't take it to Toyota, I'll give you the name of my independent mechanic. He's in Rockville, he was a Lexus master tech for 16 years before he struck out on his own and opened his shop. It's just him, his sister and a couple of techs, they do a great job and are much cheaper than the dealer, uses all OEM fluids and parts...
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11-13-16, 05:42 AM
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Lexus Fanatic
I will send you a PM now! I think I know what Audi mechanic you used, I had tires installed there from TireRack a long time ago. That's also a great shop, you'll like my guy too.
11-13-16, 05:42 AM
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oh wow! SW15LS.....im pretty sure you and I have communicated many times in the past...im talking years ago. Werent you a previous ES owner? I think you recommended some tires to me (Michelin Primacy) and i went with your rec....this was years ago.
11-13-16, 05:46 AM
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Lexus Fanatic
Yep, that was probably me! I've been around Lexus forums for a long time.
PM sent!
PM sent!
11-14-16, 05:08 AM
#13
Driver
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Congrats on the GS gadgeeets. I considered the A7, but then i went through the spreadsheet where i kept all of my Audi maintenance expenses and said "no thanks!"
