NaterGator

I'm looking to purchase the 2IS, I test drove one recently and I'm absolutely in love.

To me there are a few must haves, like the premium package (perforated leather) and HIDs, but I am having a hard time getting my dealership to tell me what is available. Basically they keep saying "tell me what you want and I'll look for it" but I feel like this puts me at a disadvantage when agreeing upon a price.

The IS is pushing what I had hoped to spend pretty hard, but relative to what I was considering it is leagues ahead. I need to know from those of you that have already purchased what the typical trim packages are that I should have my dealer look for; basically how many of the 2ISs already come from the factory.

I want to locate a car I can negotiate on before the end of the month so I can hopefully get the price closer to invoice than MSRP.

Thanks guys, I gotta get myself in one of these soon.

Ramon

Well I have the Luxury IS350 which has NAV (ML was not available at the time of my purchase) wood trim, perforated leather (heated and ventilated), HID's, electric rear sun shade and illuminated scuff plates. $42,989

bgarre

Basically find the package you want. Premium, Sport, or Luxury. You can get all the info on what each package comes with on the Lexus Website; www.lexus.com.

I have a SGM (black Pearl) IS350 with the luxury package and Navagation. I never felt like I would like the nav but now I feel it is well worth the extra cash.

LaRock

Here is a list of available options - http://www.lexus.com/models/is/price_options.html

You should figure out what options you want and go from there. Keep in mind, there are a lot more 250s on the lot compared to 350s. There's a lot more Luxury Package than Sport Package. A good thing to do is check multiple dealerships (ie GA, AL, FL, SC.. depending on how far you want to drive to get it). Dealerships in GA were charging MSRP so I ordered mine from CO.

Keep in mind too that the 2007s are coming soon, this will help you with the price on a 2006 but hurt you on the availabilty of the exact car you want, since you will only get to pick from the lot.

Good Luck

NaterGator

Thanks guys.
I'm not extremely picky on the options... navigation is a fairly expensive addition that I'm not sure I would miss. I'm also not sure how important to me the automatic wipers (do they work well?) and headlights are, but I feel like HIDs are pretty standard on most vehicles nowadays anyways, and I would be cutting corners opting out of them on an IS.

I guess I just need to shop around more and see what is available. The internet sales associate I am currently in contact with seems reluctant to provide me with a list of the available IS 250s and instead wants me to specify what I want, which will depend more so on the cost more than anything else.

supaIS350

you can't get the premium package with hids for the 06, but you will be able to for the 07 model.

NaterGator

Ok, good to know.

So then I'm looking for a luxury package with navigation but not ML. Do you think it can be had for $33500 before TTL?

4TehNguyen

iTrader: (1)

might be tough on an 07, nav is around 2550 and lux package 3500, 33500 is a large discount for an 07 250, which dont count on happening, in my region at least they dont budge from MSRP maybe 500 at the most on 06 or 07

Ichigo

If you like music and want great quality sound, get the ML. I understand its more expensive, but its so nice. Also, good call on getting the NAV, I think the dash looks terrible without the screen.

NaterGator

I'm working on existing 06 inventory to get a better deal since I know they want to clear them off the lot.

I've considered the ML package, but it really is alot of extra money. If there is one available but not one without the ML package, I'll obviously go for the ML package, but the extra money is not worth it to me if I don't need to spend it... I can do much better with aftermarket components anyways.

Payam

Except in Lexus of Clearwater... I was there on Saturday, they had 2 or 3 IS250's and like 8 IS350's!!!

Your talking a MSRP of about 40 grand... I don't see you getting that kind of discount.

NaterGator

Agh, I'm Confused! Thats not what edmunds says:


I know its a pretty steep discount, but its a start and if I can get anywhere near it, I'm game.

rsx2is350

I mean it's possible I just bought my IS350 last night from Lexus of Silver Spring for 40,069 it MSRP was43,164.00, plus they gave me 5.25% interest for 72 months!!! If anyone in the DC area needs contact info PM me!!

This was the options on my car.

Sport Package includes:
- Perforated leather-trimmed interior
- Power tilt-and-telescopic steering column
- Lexus Memory System for power driver's seat (except lumbar) outside mirrors and steering wheel
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Aluminum sport pedals
- Aluminum doorsill scuff plates
- Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers with mist cycle
- Electrochromic (auto-dimming) outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse
- Bi-xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps
- Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
- Sport-tuned suspension
- 18-inch alloy wheels

Additional Options:
- Lexus voice-activated DVD Navigation System
- Intuitive Parking Assist
- Headlamp washers
- Preferred Accessory Package (includes Cargo net, Trunk mat and Wheel locks)
- All-weather floor mats

supaIS350

looks like you priced an IS250 RWD automatic with luxury package with the 17" wheels and navi minus the ml, ..u're asking for $500 over invoice. i've seen very few people on here getting $500 over invoice so it could happen...i don't know about your region, but most of the is250 i've seen here on the lots don't come with that combo you're looking for...most just have the premium package with the 18s.

SLIDE1

Here is the complete breakdown Invoice & MSRP along with ordering codes

2006 Lexus IS 350 4dr Sport Sdn Auto

Invoice* MSRP*
Base $31,186.00 $35,440.00
Options $0.00 $0.00
Destination $590.00 $590.00
Total $31,776.00 $36,030.00


ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Invoice MSRP
LUXURY PKG
Option Code : LL
LUXURY PKG -inc: perforated leather seats, heated/ventilated front seats, bi-xenon HID auto-leveling headlamps, adaptive front lighting system, electrochromic outside mirrors, pwr tilt/telescopic steering wheel, rain-sensing wipers, pwr sunshade, bird's eye maple interior trim, Lexus memory system for driver's seat, steering wheel & outside mirrors $2,796.00 $3,495.00
LUXURY PKG
Option Code : LT
LUXURY PKG -inc: P225/40R18 front summer tires, P255/40R18 rear summer tires, alloy wheels, perforated leather seats, heated/ventilated front seats, bi-xenon HID auto-leveling headlamps, adaptive front lighting system, electrochromic outside mirrors, pwr tilt/telescopic steering wheel, rain-sensing wipers, pwr sunshade, bird's eye maple interior trim, Lexus memory system for driver's seat, steering wheel & outside mirrors $3,372.00 $4,215.00
PREMIUM PKG
Option Code : PT
PREMIUM PKG -inc: perforated leather seats, heated/ventilated front seats, bird's eye maple interior trim, Lexus memory system for driver's seat, steering wheel & outside mirrors $1,032.00 $1,290.00
SPORT PKG
Option Code : ST
SPORT PKG -inc: P225/40R18 front summer tires, P255/40R18 rear summer tires, alloy wheels, sport tuned suspension, bi-xenon HID auto-leveling headlamps, adaptive front lighting system, perforated leather seats, heated/ventilated front seats, alloy brake pedal, alloy accelerator pedal, alloy clutch pedal, pwr tilt/telescopic steering wheel, rain-sensing wipers, Lexus memory system for driver's seat, steering wheel & outside mirrors $2,956.00 $3,695.00
MARK LEVINSON PREMIUM AUDIO PKG
Option Code : ML
MARK LEVINSON PREMIUM AUDIO PKG -inc: AM/FM stereo, CD changer, (14) speakers $752.00 $940.00
NAVIGATION SYSTEM
Option Code : NV
NAVIGATION SYSTEM -inc: AM/FM stereo, CD changer, voice activation, Bluetooth technology, backup monitor, (13) speakers $2,168.00 $2,550.00
NAVIGATION SYSTEM/MARK LEVINSON PREMIUM AUDIO PKG
Option Code : VN
NAVIGATION SYSTEM/MARK LEVINSON PREMIUM AUDIO PKG -inc: DVD changer, voice activation, Bluetooth technology, backup monitor, (14) speakers $3,320.00 $3,990.00
18" ALLOY WHEELS
Option Code : FT
18" ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P225/40R18 front summer tires & P255/40R18 rear summer tires $576.00 $720.00
HEADLAMP WASHERS
Option Code : HW
HEADLAMP WASHERS (REQ: LL Luxury Pkg, LT Luxury Pkg or ST Sport Pkg) $80.00 $100.00
INTUITIVE PARKING ASSIST
Option Code : PA
INTUITIVE PARKING ASSIST $400.00 $500.00
LEXUS PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM (PCS)
Option Code : PS
LEXUS PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM (PCS) -inc: dynamic radar cruise control $2,280.00 $2,850.00
POST PRODUCTION OPTIONS Invoice MSRP
GROUND AFFECTS KIT
Option Code : G1
GROUND AFFECTS KIT (PPO) $1,100.00 $1,500.00
CARGO NET
Option Code : GN
CARGO NET (PPO) $35.00 $59.00
TRUNK MAT
Option Code : LM
TRUNK MAT (PPO) $41.00 $69.00
REAR LIP SPOILER
Option Code : LR
REAR LIP SPOILER (PPO) $246.00 $355.00
XM SATELLITE RADIO
Option Code : P7
XM SATELLITE RADIO (PPO) $389.00 $486.00
ISP MODE ALLOY WHEELS
Option Code : 1S
ISP MODE ALLOY WHEELS (PPO) $1,800.00 $2,450.00
G-SPIDER ALLOY WHEELS
Option Code : SC
G-SPIDER ALLOY WHEELS (PPO) $1,800.00 $2,450.00
ALL WEATHER MATS
Option Code : WF
ALL WEATHER MATS (PPO) $58.00 $95.00
WHEEL LOCKS
Option Code : WL
WHEEL LOCKS (PPO) $40.00 $66.00
PREFERRED ACCESSORY PKG
Option Code : Z1
PREFERRED ACCESSORY PKG -inc: cargo net, trunk mat, wheel locks (PPO)