gregerst

I've a 2014 and have none of the issue's which you speak of. Seat not cracking, no dead battery, Enform app is there, no greasy center console, mouse works just fine its a hump instead of a dimple.
Now 2016 has some notable improvements, like the larger screen.

corradoMR2

Check the servicing history for any battery drain issues. If there are, you want to have the ECU replaced as the latest likely fix. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...hreads-39.html

But for an extra two grand or so used, I agree with the others - get the 350.

jay90011

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I also have a 2014 IS350 F-sport and have had zero issues with it after 40k miles. Only issue I have had is the nav rebooting multiple times at startup. Besides that this car has been 100x better than my 2006 IS250.

rld14

I sell 15+ 2014+ ISs a month, 50-75% of which are F-Sports.

These cars EAT brakes, especially the rear rotors which are frequently scored up on the inside. 17K mile car needing front and back brakes? Typical.

These cars also munch tires, check the inner edges of the tires carefully as it's not uncommon to see 5+ /32nds on them and have the inner edge of the tread be worn bald.

As far as actual problems with them? Hardly anything ever. My experiences are with AWD cars, YMMV. I also CPO my cars so I have to change brakes if the rotors are nasty or if the pads are less than 6mm, but I do see plenty of low mile cars coming in with very thin pads.

Feel free to PM me the VIN and I can check to see if there's anything nasty on the car's service history.

CraigMak

The first thing I would look for is an IS 350. Better car by a mile.

BostonIS

I would also have to say that there is absolutely nothing wrong with the 2014 version of the IS. I own a 2014 IS350 F-Sport with nav and ML. Haven't had a major problem with it since I started driving her. Even with the latest nav debacle, my nav didn't have to get rebooted and worked perfectly fine the past 2 days. Zero dead battery issues, no seat cracking, my center console is not greasy, and the brake dust is very minimal. Also the mouse works fine and lexus enform is offered but I just think its a ripoff so I didn't subscribe to it. Although someone did mention about tires getting inner tire wear which did happen to me but according to my service tech that it is very uncommon. Anything could've affected the alignment to cause inner tire wear so just do your due diligence of checking the car before you buy and I'm sure you'll be enjoying your IS for years to come.

I love my IS350 like its my first born child because it is my first car that I bought myself. Lol

likeits07

Hey Guys thanks for the great feedback!
So I have an update:

My local lexus dealership finally agreed to inspect the car. And they inspected it so well. Very thorough inspection.
There was a red flag though. The technicians mentioned that the inside of the car smelled like it may have taken water. They weren't sure and to check would require they take up the carpet, the seats, and check the padding underneath. Thats 8hrs of labor for a problem that may or may not even exist .
The dealership selling the car doesn't want to check because they are adamant that the car hasn't taken water and I personally dont think so either.
The car facts dont mention any water damage and the engine showed so sign of water damage.
Im kind of stuck here. Is there a cheaper way to know for sure, or should I just avoid this car and go for the 350? (FYI, the price on this isnt bad).

Thanks guys. means a lot.

LeapFrog

The title says it all. There are lots of cars around, you don't need this one.

likeits07

Is there anyone with 2014 is 250 that actually likes their car? lol
I mean we are talking 7k price difference. Or maybe i'm just blinded by the red interior. Who knows lol

EZZ

There are much better cars than the 250 for the same price. A G37 is around the same with 330hp and very reliable. Do yourself a favor and go to Lexus and drive the 250 and 350 back to back. Such a gigantic difference.

skydash

Go with the 350,and don't look back.Bought a 250 and IMMEDIATELY regretted it the first time i merged onto the interstate.Had to cut off the AC to get up to speed.Expensive lesson learned.

likeits07

Update, went with the 2016 200t. All is well.
Thanks for all the input guys.