ES300H Sunglass Holder
01-01-13, 03:21 PM
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But they went from not having sunglass holders to having sunglass holders to not having sunglass holders...had a glove box all along.
I don't see how it saves any cost, and since they retained the compass mirror in cars without the navigation system I don't see that as the reason.
I don't see how it saves any cost, and since they retained the compass mirror in cars without the navigation system I don't see that as the reason.
01-01-13, 05:11 PM
#32
In the new redesigned models, the '13 GS and ES, there is no sunglasses holder. In my '13LS and LX, both have the sunglasses holder, it is one of the car options that I use almost daily, as I drive to work early in the morning heading east!
02-05-13, 10:28 AM
#33
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sunglass holder and compass....
Moved in from the world of Toyota and was surprised to not see this in the ES 300h. a little peeved as I am habituated to these two features.....so, need to get a decent aftermarket product for the sunglass holder....have you all seen any?
02-05-13, 12:29 PM
#34
I use the cup holder since it has 2. I have also used the top tray in the center armrest for my sunglasses..
02-05-13, 01:37 PM
#36
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I do the same and use my cup holder and center armrest, although its not as convenient. The glasses in the cup holder rattles and the sunglasses in the armrest isn't easy to get to while driving.
02-10-13, 02:13 PM
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I learned on another forum that since Lexus Enform was introduced on newer models, the sunglass holder went away, and the Enform circuitry replaced that holder area.
I missed it initially, but have found that a simple cellphone mat (various kinds are available) placed just atop the dash to the left makes for a convenient location for anyone's sunglasses. The glasses won't slip or slide and no holder is required. A simple fix and I find it more convenient than before. FYI
I missed it initially, but have found that a simple cellphone mat (various kinds are available) placed just atop the dash to the left makes for a convenient location for anyone's sunglasses. The glasses won't slip or slide and no holder is required. A simple fix and I find it more convenient than before. FYI
02-10-13, 03:18 PM
#38
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Thats a cop out. My 2010 ES had enform, the SOS button, and had a sunglass holder.
I shouldn't have to use a cellphone mount on my dashboard to hold my sunglasses in a luxury car!
I shouldn't have to use a cellphone mount on my dashboard to hold my sunglasses in a luxury car!
02-10-13, 03:24 PM
#40
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I don't want an ugly cellphone pad on the dash of my beautiful Lexus. Same way I don't want a stuck on GPS. Deleting the sunglass holder was just stupid, and senseless. Its the same way on the new GS. Its not a Kia, its a Lexus. The cost cutting BS on the ES drives me nuts, and the explanations that make no sense drive me nuts too.
Obviously, now we all have to deal with I'm not going to excuse them for doing it and just say "Eh, I'll just stick it on the dash!"
I think its more likely the reason they deleted it is LKA, the sensor is up at the top of the windshield in that area. They didn't want the cost of developing two consoles, one for cars with LKA and one for cars without. That explains the GS, but not the ES which doesn't offer LKA.
Obviously, now we all have to deal with I'm not going to excuse them for doing it and just say "Eh, I'll just stick it on the dash!"
I think its more likely the reason they deleted it is LKA, the sensor is up at the top of the windshield in that area. They didn't want the cost of developing two consoles, one for cars with LKA and one for cars without. That explains the GS, but not the ES which doesn't offer LKA.
02-10-13, 04:10 PM
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I think its more likely the reason they deleted it is LKA, the sensor is up at the top of the windshield in that area. They didn't want the cost of developing two consoles, one for cars with LKA and one for cars without. That explains the GS, but not the ES which doesn't offer LKA.
I think its more likely the reason they deleted it is LKA, the sensor is up at the top of the windshield in that area. They didn't want the cost of developing two consoles, one for cars with LKA and one for cars without. That explains the GS, but not the ES which doesn't offer LKA.
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Looks like they get both the LKA and LDA like my HS had.
02-10-13, 04:14 PM
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I think its more likely the reason they deleted it is LKA, the sensor is up at the top of the windshield in that area. They didn't want the cost of developing two consoles, one for cars with LKA and one for cars without. That explains the GS, but not the ES which doesn't offer LKA.
02-10-13, 04:18 PM
#43
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Has to be some reason, its such a small part I don't buy cost cutting...
Originally Posted by danolo
s "LKA" Lane Keeping Assist, and is this different from "LDA"? I thought ES300h has "Lane Departure Alert".
02-11-13, 10:53 AM
#44
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Thanks for the responses on the sunglass holder and compass!....Yes, this is going to be a shortcoming for sure and I will need to make workarounds....the cup holders will not do for me as I will be using them for their intended purpose. And you guys are right, the phone will rattle in the cup-holder too!
What would be neat is an after market soft leather / vinyl case, that is color coordinated that I can stick (more like velcro) to the left wall of the gear shifter case (i.e. which will be to the right of my right knee (when seated)).
Wish there were something like that...This will be easy to keep the sun-glass in and access when needed.
What would be neat is an after market soft leather / vinyl case, that is color coordinated that I can stick (more like velcro) to the left wall of the gear shifter case (i.e. which will be to the right of my right knee (when seated)).
Wish there were something like that...This will be easy to keep the sun-glass in and access when needed.
02-11-13, 12:08 PM
#45
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I had a nice grey leather sunglasses case that slid over the sun visor years ago on my Explorer. I've looked around, nobody seems to make anything like that anymore...