RKSTRAT

This expensive accessory has been discussed before, but I had some specific questions before investing in this.

I assume there is no exposed steel that would rub against the paint?

It appears that there are no screws for the bottom two license plate holes?
Is the bottom of the plate held by "backside plate locking tabs" as described?

I am guessing there is sufficient protection to prevent the bottom tabs/screws from damaging the paint?



Here is the description:
"Genuine carbon fiber composite F-SPORT nameplate. 304 stainless steel frame does not rust or tarnish and is finished in our beautiful black pearl finish. Finish is extremely durable and resists scratching and fading. Sport graphics and carbon fiber are sealed under special high gloss UV resistant polyurethane doming enhancing the carbon fiber weave. Includes patented hardware hider caps to conceal and protect exposed screws and backside plate locking tabs."

RKSTRAT

I posted this a while back. It is priced at about $70, so I was hoping to get a review before ordering it.

Anybody?

skiracer

Here are pics of the plate i have yet to install. The thickness of the frame is approx 0.75cm

Pacman9270

Try your local dealership. I remember it to.be $40 at my dealership in Plano tx.

RKSTRAT

Thanks!

So it takes me about 20-30 min. each way to the dealership, in my gas-guzzler IS.
I will the weigh the savings in time and gas :-).

Pacman9270

Count that 20-30 minutes as your "me" time with your great IS F-Sport. Worth the cost already.

skiracer

Use Promo Code: LEXOWNERS at checkout to receive a 20% discount.

RKSTRAT

Right......as some said....something like the "mileage is bad", but the "smile-age is good".

Sometimes I wish I got the 350 to make it even more fun. But, the deal on the IS300 was incredible and for 80% local driving its fine.

Back to topic.....my dealer is great, but with accessories it is usually a process. Finding if they have accessories in stock is a chore.....
trunk mat, no...touchup paint, no.

Pacman9270

I understand what you mean. Good luck. Have you tried ebay?

henrymc8

I got from Amazon, this Slim L-Fine Aluminum Alloy License Plate Frame for $7.99, saved $63!

Pacman9270

Ha! That's the same type of frame I ordered for mine. Now still waiting on my license plates.

RKSTRAT

Thanks skiracer! I used the promo code. Got the okay to splurge from the GF :-). Also ordered a fresh license plate!

skiracer

You gotta ask your GF if you can spend? I can understand the wife, but the GF??

RKSTRAT

We have been together a long, long, long time. Maybe I should have said that I consulted her, and she thought
it was not too frivolous. She knows how much I enjoy my vehicles. She has been through five
cars with me. Anyway I will report back on the frame when I get it.

hkguy783

https://associates.thelexuscollectio.../fsport/200074 cheaper here.
$59.95 USD