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How satisfied are you with your IS250 AWD/RWD?

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Old 02-13-11, 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by skinfan2k
is there even a 350awd?
Yes, there is.
Old 02-13-11, 09:25 AM
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Very satisfied. I love the way this car doesn't look outdated even though I have been driving it for years!
Old 02-13-11, 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Not Daniel
I don't know if it's something you'd be interested in, but forced induction could get you where you want to be...


For more money than just having got a 350 would cost... and you'd still make less than 100 extra hp for all that money too.
Old 02-13-11, 05:27 PM
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^^ agreed...forced induction on a 250 is just plain out...dumb! go buy a used 350 if thats what you want.
Old 02-13-11, 11:24 PM
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i came from a '90 camry. the 250 is a definite upgrade. i can finally go over 70 without my steering wheel excessively shaking. i love the mileage im getting on the 250 and only complaint is the lack of power. i also love the design of the exterior and most of the interior. could be a bit better inside. but cant complain coming from a beat up camry.
Old 02-14-11, 09:56 PM
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my IS250 serves the purpose for me, which is for my long daily commute. but if i can turn back the time i would definitely forked out 5k more for the 350. oh well, at least when the G3 IS comes out in a year or two, it'll be an easy decision for me to trade it in for the G3 IS350 compare to say i opted for the 350 now.

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Old 02-15-11, 10:09 AM
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I love my IS, it has a few minor quirks here and there but other than that its perfect. I never thought i'd be driving a Lexus, drove around a 98 Honda Prelude before for 5 years. Loved that car, and always into the tuning scene. Next car was supposed to be an STI or an EVO but i got a professional job, so i needed a professional car that still looks good
Old 02-15-11, 11:15 AM
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I am very satisfied! The moment I sat inside an IS, I knew I made the right choice - reason why it only took me 1.5hrs to purchase it I drove a Civic before so its a nice upgrade! The little conveniences - puddle light, auto windows and doors, smooth ride and supple leather makes me dream of my next future car - a Lexus!

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Old 02-16-11, 08:16 PM
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250 awd here and im very satisfied. its amazing in snow up here in south dakota and minnesota winters. gas mileage is average 22 city and 29 hwy. they only thing i would want is more power. would have got a 350awd if it was avail in 2009 when i bought mine.
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