Break2

Is there a difference between the two or no?

mjh09e

iTrader: (2)

K&N is most likely oiled. Some people like them, but it's easier to just go with the factory part.

E46CT

you could've easily googled.

K&N is not "Most likely" oiled. it IS oiled. That's the very definition of a K&N.

F Sport is dry, non oiled.

Rudiculous

iTrader: (15)

It's not the know all be all, but it provides some points:

http://m.autoanything.com/air-intake...y-filters.aspx

neilvosko

have one for sale
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/3ge...ml#post9662002

Break2

Well, if we could just Google things, what purpose do forums serve?

E46CT

then why have Google? just ask the forums. everything.

every forum has a search feature (a forum's own google) and typically a stickied thread that says search before you post.

just saying your question was a very simple one that could've been handled with a very basic google search, not its own brand new thread.

Break2

Got ya bro!

E46CT

its ok sooner or later we all learn to use the forums the best way possible

mjh09e

iTrader: (2)

Clearly I was informing the OP that it is most likely oiled to lead him in the right direction. It would be great if the community was a little friendlier and try to be nicer to those who are less experienced or "newbies" to the car scene. No need for hostility or shoving a search button down someones throat

sdotk

Now what's the difference between oiled and not? Pros and cons? Or should I google this

IreneIS350

Well it looks like both E46CT and mjh09e have the factory F-Sport filter, so one benefit is that it is a factory part and technically covered by the factory warranty. Sounds like the safest bet for a drop-in filter.

E46CT

You can google it. really its not going to make a difference at this power level. its just cool factor and cost benefit of just re-washing your existing filter. Oiled has a chance of getting oil all over the expensive air flow sensor, though some say if you dont apply to much oil, you will be fine. Most don't have a problem with oiled filters. probably only people that put way too much. i chose to go with lexus.

here's a link to the 3IS 250/350/200t K&N filter: http://amzn.to/2eXPftS