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Old 04-20-06, 12:58 PM
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Default 2007 Lexus ES350 is now up on lexus.com

It is on the top of the home page.
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I like it better than TheNewIS.com...

That's a pretty good site!!!
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Yes!!! Checking it out now. I didn't like AllNewES.com all that much, I want to see how improved this is.
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Just curious. What option packages are people who have placed orders choosing? I wanted the Premium Plus package w/navigation. I also wanted the ML audio but it is not available unless you go up to the Ultra Luxury package or you special order.
Is the ML audio really worth a $1400 difference over the premium audio? How about the seats? I see the leather option is different. Do people think the UL package is worth it? I do not need the car til September so I'm torn between waiting til then and picking a car off the lot and hopefully getting better pricing or placing a custom order now which will take 4-5 months to come in so the timing should be right. Decisions, decisions.
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This is a much better site. I finished watching the vids on the 'standalone' broadband site, plus the regular site. All nicely done. I like how this time, the ES 350 is being marketed as not just a luxury car, but a 'sensory experience' which really elevates this Executive Sedan to not just benchmark, but standout status.

I can see now where Lexus was going with the cushion extender, dual-swivel headlights, panoramic roof, lighted cupholders, and other special features...truly elevating the ES.

Did anyone notice the airbags have Lexus logos on them?
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I really like this car, but does anyone else miss DVD for the passengers?

I will be in the car by myself 80-90% of the time, but the rest of the time I will have kids in the back. Am I the only one missing this?
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No, I think Lexus should offer the RSES for the ES and GS. The RX and New LS offer them (plus I think the GX/LX do too), why not for the ES?
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Damn Lexus. I think it is possible to engineer desire. Great site.
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Cool site. Just wish that they would have posted the ES with the standard 17in wheels. They only have one pic.

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Red is definitely the New ES' best color...out of several excellent choices.
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They had the Ruby Red at the NY Auto Show. Very deep red. Looked great.
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This red & the aquamarine are my 2 co-favorite colors on the ES350
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Default Nav without ML to be a special order option...

Originally Posted by cleblanc
Just curious. What option packages are people who have placed orders choosing? I wanted the Premium Plus package w/navigation. I also wanted the ML audio but it is not available unless you go up to the Ultra Luxury package or you special order.
Is the ML audio really worth a $1400 difference over the premium audio? How about the seats? I see the leather option is different. Do people think the UL package is worth it?
My parents just special ordered the ES. They got the Ultra Lux package, Nav (no ML), park assist.

They opted not to get the ML because (1) they're not audiophiles, (2) the don't need to watch DVDs in the car, and (3) it was cheaper. You can get them seperately, but it depends on your location/region. You can separate them with a special order.

And is the ML system worth the extra $1400: definately, but you have to understand what you are buying. It's not only the DVD player, but also much better sound quality. Depending on the type of music you listen to, the ML will enhance the quality and nuances of the music. It's best to check another Lexus with it and compare it to one without. If you can tell a difference, it's worth it.

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Originally Posted by enigma354
No, I think Lexus should offer the RSES for the ES and GS. The RX and New LS offer them (plus I think the GX/LX do too), why not for the ES?

went to toyota to get the camry serviced, looked at the camry option book, and it has rear seat DVD system as an option, and that was for the generation 5 camry not the generation 6
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How hard is it going to be to get a Mark Levinson ES350 without going all out with the Ultra Package? My zip code won't let me configure for such an option.


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