A mysterious suv showed up in our garage:)
09-16-14, 09:47 PM
#1
Lexus Test Driver
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A mysterious suv showed up in our garage:)
My wife who I love dearly decided to go and get an SUV. Lol. It's a beuat! We've looked for and at maybe a dozen Lexus Rx350 in person while searching on the internet even longer.I've learned in my time with her that when she makes a subtle suggestion she's often....oh OK she's always been right. She has a remarkable batting average in the 800 when it comes to judging people & objects.
So after my commute home my wife asked me to meet her at the dealership which she HATES being at anytime. She'd rather be strapped to a dental chair getting a root canal. Really she loathes them. But something remarkable happened at this Mercedes ons. She was there when I showed up for over two hours. I was more impressed with how they were able to placate her and show enough courtesy to keep her there. I experienced the same as I was greeted. Wow. What a different experience that was compared to ANY other of the dozen we've been through.
So on the test drive I made sure to thank the salesman for treating her well which meant more to me than anything we could have bought.
We purchased a 2009 RX350 with 67k on it.
Let me tell you this one is in pristine condition. One owner ,New Michelin's tires, brakes and maintained well. Only one area of concern was the towing package. That had me thinking of the transmission. But we could always use one. Anyway it looks alike we are now a fully integrated Lexus family. With the IS350c purchased last month and this RX we should be good for awhile. More pics tomorrow. Yes we night shop.
Thanks for the read & take care.
So after my commute home my wife asked me to meet her at the dealership which she HATES being at anytime. She'd rather be strapped to a dental chair getting a root canal. Really she loathes them. But something remarkable happened at this Mercedes ons. She was there when I showed up for over two hours. I was more impressed with how they were able to placate her and show enough courtesy to keep her there. I experienced the same as I was greeted. Wow. What a different experience that was compared to ANY other of the dozen we've been through.
So on the test drive I made sure to thank the salesman for treating her well which meant more to me than anything we could have bought.
We purchased a 2009 RX350 with 67k on it.
Let me tell you this one is in pristine condition. One owner ,New Michelin's tires, brakes and maintained well. Only one area of concern was the towing package. That had me thinking of the transmission. But we could always use one. Anyway it looks alike we are now a fully integrated Lexus family. With the IS350c purchased last month and this RX we should be good for awhile. More pics tomorrow. Yes we night shop.Thanks for the read & take care.
09-17-14, 12:40 AM
#3
Lexus Champion
Unless it has a hitch installed I wouldn't worry about having the towing package. They are almost standard equipment in Texas to battle the heat. The package consists of a transmission fluid cooler, HD radiator and HD alternator. It's very desirable option for extending the life of some very major components.
My car has it and has never had a hitch installed. Welcome to CL!
My car has it and has never had a hitch installed. Welcome to CL!
09-17-14, 07:45 AM
#4
Lexus Test Driver
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Thanks guys! I had all of two hours to enjoy it yesterday. Live to go home and this weekend and enjoy a long trip. Tires were kind of loud and I'm looking forward to switching them out once they are done. A minor annoyance is the fact there is no aux/bluetooth but a quick trip to the audio shop should fix that.
09-17-14, 08:19 AM
#5
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A very big congratulations on getting an RX. It's a great vehicle for what it is. Happy driving and you'll enjoy many miles with the RX 350...
09-17-14, 08:29 AM
#6
No, I don't play soccer!
Great story, rxonmymind. Not sure what issues you're having with bluetooth. It's been standard on the RX since 2005. Good luck getting that working again. And congrats to your wife on finding a great RX.
09-17-14, 05:19 PM
#7
Congrats on your new ride. We also bought an 08 RX350 AWD Pearl white last June and my wife has been loving it (she used to drive an 08 Honda CRV 4WD).
Yeah the new set of Michelin MXM4s the dealer installed are loud, will most likely go to Latitude Touring after this set.
BTW, I see you are in the Rockin area, I was just there in the Thunder Valley area a few weeks ago.
Yeah the new set of Michelin MXM4s the dealer installed are loud, will most likely go to Latitude Touring after this set.
BTW, I see you are in the Rockin area, I was just there in the Thunder Valley area a few weeks ago.
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09-17-14, 05:28 PM
#8
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Hi Anita and thanks for chiming in. I'm sure there are models with BT but this one didn't come with it which is weird. But that can be solved pretty easily. Everything else about it is tops.
Last edited by rxonmymind; 09-17-14 at 05:33 PM.
09-17-14, 05:50 PM
#9
Lexus Test Driver
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Congrats on your new ride. We also bought an 08 RX350 AWD Pearl white last June and my wife has been loving it (she used to drive an 08 Honda CRV 4WD).
Yeah the new set of Michelin MXM4s the dealer installed are loud, will most likely go to Latitude Touring after this set.
BTW, I see you are in the Rockin area, I was just there in the Thunder Valley area a few weeks ago.
Yeah the new set of Michelin MXM4s the dealer installed are loud, will most likely go to Latitude Touring after this set.
BTW, I see you are in the Rockin area, I was just there in the Thunder Valley area a few weeks ago.
My wife also just informed me this is the Pebble beach option!! 18" wheels, moon roof, etc. Guess that's good?
I'll also go for the Michelin's.
Also for posterity if anyone should come along asking about upgrading the stock/base stereo I found the following that's just what I was looking for.
http://www.oemautointegration.com/product/grom-u2-toy
Last edited by rxonmymind; 09-17-14 at 07:17 PM.
09-17-14, 08:15 PM
#10
Hey congrats right back at ya! Never been to Thunder valley although I heard the food is GOOD
My wife also just informed me this is the Pebble beach option!! 18" wheels, moon roof, etc. Guess that's good?
I'll also go for the Michelin's.
Also for posterity if anyone should come along asking about upgrading the stock/base stereo I found the following that's just what I was looking for.
http://www.oemautointegration.com/product/grom-u2-toy
My wife also just informed me this is the Pebble beach option!! 18" wheels, moon roof, etc. Guess that's good?
I'll also go for the Michelin's.
Also for posterity if anyone should come along asking about upgrading the stock/base stereo I found the following that's just what I was looking for.
http://www.oemautointegration.com/product/grom-u2-toy
09-18-14, 04:15 AM
#11
Lexus Test Driver
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"NOW for Special Internet Incentives This Lexus includes: BLACK, LEATHER SEAT TRIM Leather Seats ROOF RAILS W/RACK Luggage Rack PEBBLE BEACH EDITION Aluminum Wheels Rear Spoiler Floor Mats Sun/Moon Roof HID headlights Sun/Moonroof Leather Seats Luggage Rack Adjustable Steering Wheel 5-speed automatic transmision......."
So maybe it's a Pebble beach midnight edition?
Last edited by rxonmymind; 09-18-14 at 11:32 AM.
09-18-14, 11:42 AM
#13
Lexus Test Driver
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^^^Yup I looked up the specs but not bothered at all. For the price and condition we got it for, I'm calling this a wash. My wife and I have the vert with the "white" interior and we're both digging this black. Whoever drove this had to wear slacks or very nice pants and was light as a feather.I'm not kidding when I say the interior looks brand new. Hardly a single crease in the seat. Felt like CSI when I went to examine this one and was 12 previous SUV inspections wiser.
Living the dream baby! Viviendo el sueño del bebé!!
Living the dream baby! Viviendo el sueño del bebé!!
Last edited by rxonmymind; 09-18-14 at 11:49 AM.
