I'm in the process of buying a IS350 within the next few weeks. What questions should i ask at the dealership? what should i look for in case if the seller tries to ripp me off. What are the best prices for a fully loaded IS350? I live in michigan. which best options should i select and which i dont really need/waste of money? I'm sorry guys if this is too many questions. I'm new to this. first time buying my own car. any help would be appreciate. Thanks guys

 

get the NAV. It is well woth it!

 

yes, get the nav! even if you don't use the navigation features that much... at least the back up camera is worth it.

 

Welcome to the Club!

For a fully loaded IS350 (MSRP about $47k), you should be expecting to pay about $42-44k depending on availability. Then you have to add tax, title, and license fees. People are typically paying MSRP cost out the door with all the fees.

As for what you need/want,
--Luxury or sport packages are good because they provide various options that add value to the car.
--A nav system does not have good resale value, but some people cannot have a car without it. Backup camera adds an excellent WOW factor.
--The ML system is worth it only if you have the Nav system with it. If not, just add an aftermarket sound system if the stock system is not good enough for you.
--Park Assist is awesome. It will prevent a lot of dings and bumper scratches. Save your paint!!!
--The Pre-Collision System is good but quite pricey. I would get it if you use the cruise control a lot.
--Headlamp washers: if you live in rural areas, or in inclement weather a lot, it's useful.

If you have any further questions, use the "Search" method. You'll find tons of answers for your questions on this Forum.

Good luck and keep us informed!

 

which is better? sports pakage or lux pakage? differences? i thought all is350 push the same hp? 306hp?

 

anyone. please help!!

 

yes all 350 are the same hp

http://www.lexus.com/models/is/price_options.html

options list (options are changing for 07 models) but here are 06 options:

Premium Package (RWD only) - $1,290 [2]

- Auburn bird's-eye maple interior trim
- Perforated leather-trimmed interior
- Heated and ventilated front seats

Luxury Package (RWD only) - $3,495 [2]

- Auburn bird’s-eye maple interior trim
- Perforated leather-trimmed interior
- Power tilt-and-telescopic steering column
- Lexus Memory System for power driver's seat (except lumbar), outside mirrors and steering wheel
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Illuminated doorsill scuff plates
- Power rear-window sunshade
- Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers with mist cycle
- Electrochromic (auto-dimming) outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse
- Bi-xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps
- Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)

Luxury Package w/18-in wheels (RWD only) - $4,215 [2]

- Auburn bird's-eye maple interior trim
- Perforated leather-trimmed interior
- Power tilt-and-telescopic steering column
- Lexus Memory System for power driver's seat (except lumbar), outside mirrors and steering wheel
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Illuminated doorsill scuff plates
- Power rear-window sunshade
- Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers with mist cycle
- Electrochromic (auto-dimming) outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse
- Bi-xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps
- Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
- 18 x 8.0-in alloy wheels with 225/40YR18 tires front [3], 18 x 8.5-in alloy wheels with 255/40YR18 tires rear [3] (RWD only)

Luxury Package (AWD only) - $2,205 [2]

- Power tilt-and-telescopic steering column
- Lexus Memory System for power driver's seat (except lumbar), outside mirrors and steering wheel
- Illuminated doorsill scuff plates
- Power rear-window sunshade
- Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers with mist cycle
- Electrochromic (auto-dimming) outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse
- Bi-xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps
- Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)

Sport Package (RWD only) - $3,695 (Automatic), $3,725 (Manual) [2]

- Perforated leather-trimmed interior
- Power tilt-and-telescopic steering column
- Lexus Memory System for power driver's seat (except lumbar), outside mirrors and steering wheel
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Aluminum sport pedals
- Aluminum doorsill scuff plates
- Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers with mist cycle
- Electrochromic (auto-dimming) outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse
- Bi-xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps
- Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
- Sport-tuned suspension
- 18 x 8.0-in alloy wheels with 225/40YR18 tires front [3], 18 x 8.5-in alloy wheels with 255/40YR18 tires rear [3]

Navigation System/Mark Levinson Package - $3,990 [2]

- Lexus voice-activated DVD Navigation System [4] with backup camera [5] and Bluetooth® technology [6]
- Mark Levinson® 14-speaker, 300-watt [7] Premium Surround Sound Audio System [8] with 7.1 architecture and in-dash, single feed, six-disc CD/DVD auto-changer