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Old May 3, 2007 | 10:01 PM
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hi, im about to get a lexus is300 pretty soon, and wondering what are the common problems? costs to maintain expensive? gas milege? insurance? and any other things i should know about before purchasing?




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Old May 4, 2007 | 07:09 AM
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Hey Mods, time for a sticky on this? Seems we get the same post about every other week.

Azn, to answer your questions...

Common problems: O2 sensors go bad, factory cd player jams up.
Maintenance cost: Yes, its pricey, especially at the dealer. Parts are always expensive for Lexus and any luxury brand.
Gas mileage: Sucks, best I've ever gotten is just under 23 highway.
Insurance: Not so bad, because its a 4 door and only a six cylinder.

But one thing you'll find out is we all LOVE our cars.
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Old May 4, 2007 | 10:35 PM
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damn, i thought it was good on gas.
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Old May 4, 2007 | 10:47 PM
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Originally Posted by btorok
Hey Mods, time for a sticky on this? Seems we get the same post about every other week.

Azn, to answer your questions...

Common problems: O2 sensors go bad, factory cd player jams up.
Maintenance cost: Yes, its pricey, especially at the dealer. Parts are always expensive for Lexus and any luxury brand.
Gas mileage: Sucks, best I've ever gotten is just under 23 highway.
Insurance: Not so bad, because its a 4 door and only a six cylinder.

But one thing you'll find out is we all LOVE our cars.
especially on the make-it-a-sticky part
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Old May 5, 2007 | 06:12 PM
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Dam~ I forgot about this sticky for noobs... Finals are over, so I guess I should finish this thing up soon.
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