Bryanmeow

Found a base model in our local Lexus dealer while checking out the RX 350.
Not sure if it's a good deal considering base model is limited atm.
Matador Red Mica with Black NuLuxe with Dark Umber Trim.
MSRP $36,103 selling at $34,500, is this a good deal? I don't want to rush it and regret later.
Thanks.

Options & Accessories
Technical

• Automatic Transmission

• Compressor - Intercooled turbo

• 2.0 L liter inline 4 cylinder DOHC engine with variable valve timing

• 235 hp horsepower

• 4 Doors

• Front-wheel drive

• Fuel economy EPA highway (mpg): 28 and EPA city (mpg): 22

• Keyless Ignition - Doors and ignition

• Limited slip differential - Mechanical

• Tire pressure monitoring system
Safety

• 4-wheel ABS brakes

• Head airbags - Curtain 1st and 2nd row

• Passenger Airbag

• Front fog/driving lights

• Signal mirrors - Turn signal in mirrors

• Daytime running lights

• Dusk sensing headlights
Interior

• 8-way power adjustable drivers seat

• 8-way power adjustable passenger seat

• Split-bench rear seats
Exterior

• Intermittent window wipers

• Privacy/tinted glass

• Rear wiper

• Roof rack - Rails only
Convenience

• Remote power door locks

• Power windows with 4 one-touch

• Air conditioning with dual zone climate control

• Adaptive cruise control

• Audio controls on steering wheel

• Tilt and telescopic steering wheel

• Tachometer

• External temperature display

• Heated driver mirror - Heated

• Heated passenger mirror - Heated

• Overhead console - Mini

• Clock - Analog

• Speed-proportional power steering

• Trip computer

• Video Monitor Location - Front

typocl

I wouldn't get a luxury car without these safety features after using them: Blind Spot Monitor, backup camera, cross traffic alert (tells you when something/someone is about to get hit by you when backing out).

If I couldn't afford it with these features, I'd get a non-luxury vehicle that has those.

And yes, I'm not a youngster anymore. Safety has crept up on my list of requirements these days.

Bryanmeow

Just got window sticker from the dealer, it does have backup camera. But I don't think it has blind spot monitor or parking sensors.
Also, I don't see anything about Bluetooth but isn't that a required feature now for all new cars?

EDIT: Nvm, found Bluetooth info here:
LEXUS EIGHT-SPEAKER PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM WITH SIRIUSXM®

The eight-speaker Premium Sound System features Bluetooth® audio* capability, USB connectivity, Digital Sound Processing (DSP), a single CD player and SiriusXM Satellite Radio*. (Subscription required. 90-day trial subscription included.)

typocl

forgot that backup camera is standard on the NX

Bryanmeow

Just found out the rare car seat issue with the NX.
Wont be able to put the car set in the middle and seat two adults on either side.
This is a deal breaker for my family.

Tonyy

What is the rare car seat issue? Been using my 1.5 year olds rear facing seat with no issue.

typocl

I had this issue trying to fit a forward facing booster/car seat, a simple booster seat, and a teen in the back.

I had a Graco backless booster and a Graco Nautilus. The poor teenager had to sit in the middle, and the arrangement of the middle seat belt is just weird and it's just a squeeze. I replaced the Graco Nautilus with a Diono R120 carseat which is one of the few that doesn't have arms, which makes it a LOT easier for the person next to it. The Diono also has a nice and easy latch connector. Next, I replaced the Graco backless with a BubbleBum booster seat. Again, it's backless and armless.

Makes it a lot easier to fit the teen.

I don't know how old the child is that needs the car seat in the middle, but I would consider the Diono. The older models (R100, R120 are narrow at the bottom and top. The newer ones are narrow at the bottom and a little wider at the top.

internalau

Good points. In Canada, the base model is $41k but to get those safety features, it will be another $9-10k.

Can we really custom order the NX and just opt for some of the safety features and maybe heating steering because of the cold winter months here in Toronto?

TIA.

Alexbenz

So why cant a car seat go in the middle seat in the rear?

typocl

You can get a car seat in the middle, but with the way car seats are now with arms and cupholders, they just take up a lot of width. Plus, it's fixed width, unlike someone who might shift over a little to allow you to buckle up before shifting back. If you shove a standard car seat in the middle, the person sitting behind the driver will have a tough time buckling up.

pmanliu

iTrader: (4)

Got mine yesterday and took advantage of the last day of the month perqs...

200t AWD, navi, premium
Msrp = 43k
My price = 39k (1.5k below invoice)
Otd = 43k

spwolf

it is great price for great vehicle... base NX is very nicely equipped. There is nothing really missing, if you like it, go for it!

slckrck

Wow! Great deal! Congrats

Color?