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Old May 7, 2009 | 06:42 AM
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Hey all, I am picking up a 2001 IS with 29k on it today. I am trading in the 99 ES300 that i have had for awhile. Can anyone tell me how I will know if the IS has the limited slip differential?? Any other things to look for would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
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Old May 7, 2009 | 07:37 AM
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Nice! Congrats and wow, only 29k!? That's amazing...If you don't mind me asking, how much are you picking that up for? I got my 2005 Sportx with 29K, and i thought that was super low...=)

Anyways, I think you could tell when you first turn the key in the ignition and all lights turn on your speedometer. I forgot what the symbol looks like though or just take it in to a Lexus dealership to find out.
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Old May 7, 2009 | 08:04 AM
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13,999. Couldn't pass it up, it is black with black interior with the 17" wheels. I will miss my ES for sure, but I have always wanted an IS!!! Anyways, thanks for the reply sway. I will check that dash light out when i pick it up in a few hours, i cannot wait!!
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Old May 7, 2009 | 08:35 AM
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Yeah, I wouldn't pass that up too. Post a pic when you get a chance. I am still on a high from buying my IS almost a month ago now! I bet your thinking about cosmetics and mods for the IS already huh? =)
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Old May 7, 2009 | 09:02 AM
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there's no light for lsd on the dash that I'm aware of. there's a way to tell, the sticker on the driver side door sill/jamb reads B02A, B02B or B02C followed by the transmission code. if I recall correctly if yours reads;
A = no LSD
B or C = LSD
you can also call 1800 25 LEXUS and ask them to look up the VIN and they can tell you what options it came equipped it from the factory.

This will only tell you if the car came with it from the factory, doesn't take into account and swapping out or in.

if you look at the general discussion on is300.net/my.is theres a thread stickied that tells you what to look for, and I saw another "definitive" discussion thread on the first page pretty recently. should be on the first or second page of that forum.

congrats on the new purchase!
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Old May 7, 2009 | 09:14 AM
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Originally Posted by DonCorleone
there's no light for lsd on the dash that I'm aware of. there's a way to tell, the sticker on the driver side door sill/jamb reads B02A, B02B or B02C followed by the transmission code. if I recall correctly if yours reads;
A = no LSD
B or C = LSD
you can also call 1800 25 LEXUS and ask them to look up the VIN and they can tell you what options it came equipped it from the factory.

This will only tell you if the car came with it from the factory, doesn't take into account and swapping out or in.

if you look at the general discussion on is300.net/my.is theres a thread stickied that tells you what to look for, and I saw another "definitive" discussion thread on the first page pretty recently. should be on the first or second page of that forum.

congrats on the new purchase!
hmmmm, that's good to know DonCorleone, thanks! I'm going to check to see if i have that code....
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Old May 7, 2009 | 08:39 PM
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Here's a pic from the dealership...i will post another once i wash and wax it!
Attached Thumbnails Getting an IS300 today!!!-jthbd182910014259_1.jpg  
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Old May 7, 2009 | 09:12 PM
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i love the black on black, esp with the stock silver wheels.

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Old May 8, 2009 | 08:48 AM
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Very nice! I still can't believe that there is only 29K on that 2001 beauty.
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Old May 8, 2009 | 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Mmarinich
Here's a pic from the dealership...i will post another once i wash and wax it!
congratz Mmarinich dat car on black lookz clean as hell
specially wit them stock rims and dropped it and u will be ballin
any plans when u get it

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Old May 8, 2009 | 06:02 PM
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It's a good bit of cash for an '01 when you consider your resale in a couple years won't be there after you put miles on it and a few more years go by. RIGHT NOW it is a unique buy for it's miles, but just make sure you aren't looking for resale when you sell it.

It certainly looks good! You should be happy with it.
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Old May 9, 2009 | 07:23 AM
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OLT.... I got them down to $11,200. I think that is a great price. I am not concerned with resale as I plan to have this car for quite some time.
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Old May 10, 2009 | 05:36 AM
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cograx. looks clean ,welcome to the is forum..
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