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Old Dec 15, 2018 | 07:39 PM
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Hello forum,
Im looking to purchase a used 2015+ is 200t, is 300, or is350 and Lexus premium audio sucks. I really like the Mark Levinson sound system, however it is very difficult to find a used car for the right price that includes that system. I was wondering if it is worth it to buy a used IS and install aftermarket speakers or just purchase one that’s over my budget that includes the Mark Levinson system. I have absolutely no knowledge on audio systems. My budget is about $25,000 and I found a few used IS’s within my budget without the Mark Levinson. Would it be cheaper to install aftermarket speakers for an is200t or is300 priced around $22k? And are there any suggestions For comparable Audio systems around $2-3k to keep it in my $25k budget if I were to go that route? The type of music I like to listen to is EDM and hip hop/rap, so I know bass is important. Sadly, my knowledge is non existent with the type of set up I would need and what kind of speakers and componets I would need. Help?! Thank you to the kind people who respond 😊
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Old Dec 17, 2018 | 12:25 AM
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Hello, the type of music you listed isn't what the ML systems were meant or designed for. Maybe get a car with a beats or Bose system instead that's within your budget.
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