IS - 3rd Gen (2014-present) Discussion about the 2014+ model IS models

Blacked out side markers

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 25, 2019 | 08:50 AM
  #1  
Nebula3IS's Avatar
Nebula3IS
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Mar 2019
Posts: 7
Likes: 6
From: South Carolina
Default Blacked out side markers

For those of you that hate amber colored bulbs and reflectors on your car as much as I do, you might appreciate this mod. I couldn't find a set of JDM lenses for a decent price and I didn't want to open up my lenses and risk them not staying sealed after, so I used gloss black vinyl and 3m knifeless tape to black out the side markers. Here's a before and after:

Reply
Old May 25, 2019 | 08:53 AM
  #2  
Nebula3IS's Avatar
Nebula3IS
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Mar 2019
Posts: 7
Likes: 6
From: South Carolina
Default

I should mention because of the curves of these lenses, it's not an easy job. It took a few attempts to get it right so buy more vinyl than you think you'll need. Lol. Also, I went with black over smoked tint because I didn't want the amber side marker visible at night with the headlights on. You could of course use dark smoked film and get a similar look without completely blacking it out.
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Shawn808
SC430 - 2nd Gen (2001-2010)
20
Oct 16, 2010 09:47 PM
intermec
LS - 3rd Gen (2001-2006)
2
Feb 2, 2009 12:43 PM
ekrebs
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)
10
Mar 5, 2008 10:12 PM
estreefidy
ES - 1st to 6th Gen (1990-2018)
11
Sep 9, 2006 04:34 PM
persian451
Car Chat
1
Aug 22, 2003 02:15 PM




All times are GMT -7. The time now is 05:32 AM.

story-0
2026 Lexus ES Review: Lexus Re-Embraces Founding Principles

Slideshow: Our First-Drive Review of the 2026 Lexus ES!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-29 20:30:16


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Lexus Bargains That are Cheaper Than a New Toyota RAV4

Slideshow: 10 Lexus bargain that are cheaper than a new Toyota.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-20 10:28:20


VIEW MORE
story-2
8 Weirdest Things Lexus Has Ever Built

Slideshow: From hoverboards to luxury yachts, these are the strangest projects Lexus has ever attached its badge to.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-16 11:34:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Lexus Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Some luxury cars chase trends, but these Lexus models look better now than they did when they first rolled into showrooms.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-06 17:58:29


VIEW MORE
story-4
8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!

Slideshow: How to Get the Best Fuel Economy with a Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-05 20:54:44


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers

Slideshow: 10 best Lexus models no one remembers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 17:33:28


VIEW MORE
story-6
TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing

Slideshow: diving into 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium's pricing, performance, fuel economy, features, and amenities!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-23 13:09:18


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

Slideshow: the 10 Lexus and Toyota vehicles you need to drive before you die.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-23 10:34:24


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

Slideshow: Top 10 Lexus/Toyota models with the lowest 5-year depreciation rate.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 12:19:06


VIEW MORE
story-9
Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

The LC hasn't even disappeared from the Lexus lineup yet, and we're already seeing signs of an explosive market.

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-06 09:25:02


VIEW MORE