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Old Jan 30, 2015 | 12:55 PM
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I'm on the fence whether to do this as an upgrade or not. You can buy a rear spoiler from Sewell's Lexus with the installation template for about $300. Do you think it adds enough to the looks to add it? It's a $399 extra if you buy the car with it.



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Old Jan 30, 2015 | 01:31 PM
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I like it, but then again I installed one on my car so it's probably a matter of personal preference. I bought mine from oemlexusparts.com for 217.50 (spoiler), 29.99 (template) if want to save a few bucks. You just need to have the part numbers as that website didn't seem to have the 2015 models loaded to their drop down menus.
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Old Jan 30, 2015 | 03:36 PM
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I like it, but then again I installed one on my car so it's probably a matter of personal preference. I bought mine from oemlexusparts.com for 217.50 (spoiler), 29.99 (template) if want to save a few bucks. You just need to have the part numbers as that website didn't seem to have the 2015 models loaded to their drop down menus.
Thanks for your input. Did the paint color match well from oemlexusparts? How easy was the install? What did you do to treat the drill hole edges to keep them from rusting? It looks like water will run towards the spoiler and seep under it. What keeps it from leaking?
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Old Jan 30, 2015 | 07:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Poqman
Thanks for your input. Did the paint color match well from oemlexusparts? How easy was the install? What did you do to treat the drill hole edges to keep them from rusting? It looks like water will run towards the spoiler and seep under it. What keeps it from leaking?
The part came directly from a Lexus Dealership and the paint match is perfect. Because I was concerned about the water issues I had my local dealership do the install and provide the warranty. They charged me $90.
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Old Jan 30, 2015 | 07:27 PM
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I think it's a no brainer. Great look.
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Old Jan 31, 2015 | 07:15 AM
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It was already installed on my Infrared 350 before I got to it, so I had no choice as to installation. However, I love the look and am quite glad it was installed. Highly recommended.

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Old Jan 31, 2015 | 12:12 PM
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Thanks all for the input. The comments were appreciated so I ordered it today. I'll add pictures for the install later.
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Old Jan 31, 2015 | 12:39 PM
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I bought one off ebay and didn't drill holes in the bumper, I just used the double sided tape that comes on it. It is stuck on there good and is not coming off however if I really wanted to I could remove it. I did have to break off the two bolts that are embedded in the spoiler.
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Old Feb 1, 2015 | 08:41 AM
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I don't know if I would have done that.
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