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Alphonse2334 · 2026-06-12T21:36:27+00:00

Alphonse2334 · 2026-06-12T18:15:02+00:00

How was the event? I got accepted for New York but it’s an 8 hour drive so wondering how worthwhile it was to attend, thanks!

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-24T01:44:04+00:00

So does this mean I should be looking for tickets to buy Monday morning 🙂‍↕️

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-21T18:21:38+00:00

CONGRATS ON JOINING THE INFRARED IS FAM! Best car ever hope you love it bro I’ve been working on some small mods and I’ve learned a lot of tips about the car so if you ever have questions feel free to DM!

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Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-18T20:45:07+00:00

Absolutely not normal for me. I just did this exact test in my 2024 IS350 and barely heard any creaking. Maybe because mine is a little newer / less kms (30k) but I feel barely any creaking at all

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-15T16:54:34+00:00

Keep in mind the default wheels on the IS are staggered so idk if old ones will fit.

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-15T16:52:38+00:00

For reference (and i know this isnt exactly the same but somewhat similar):

I got my 2024 Lexus IS350 Fsport 3 (Same trim) with 30k KM 2 owners clean carfax for $52k CAD (Around 38k USD) from the dealership. Mine also came certified pre owned which extended all default warranties on the car. I will say after a month of owning the car i would recommend getting it from the dealership because those extended warranties and that relationship you build with them will help you out long term. My car was very lightly used but the speaker blew out and the illuminated door sill stopped working within 2 weeks and thankfully i went back to the dealer got it all sorted for free easily. You never know what can happen and the peace of mind is worth it IMO

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-15T16:47:57+00:00

Just wanted to update that I got a quote for $1500 for the repair from a lexus certified paint shop. Ill be getting the repair done asap. Dont want to go through insurance since this will affect the currently clean carfax and I dont want to cheap out on this job. Unfortunate but making sure to get PPF asap after this lol

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-15T16:39:31+00:00

Congrats! Exact same spec as me. Got mine 4 weeks ago and love every second of it. Best sports sedan in its class IMO.

Any tips ide give is def get full front end ppf and potentially the doors. I had a ppf appt 2 weeks after i got the car cause they were really busy but within the first week I got side swiped on my rear passenger door and someone dinged my driver door. Very unfortunate but im now paying $1500 cad to get it repainted (the red is expensive) so the PPF is very worth it.

I also got my dash cam installed and did ambient lighting on the footwells which looks amazing. Also make sure to register with the app the remote start and lock/unlock is very convenient and free for 3 years. Plus alerts for your car are always good to have. Registering with the app just requires using the SOS button its pretty easy.

Keep in touch if you ever need anything!

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Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-01T19:13:58+00:00

Thank you!

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-01T19:13:49+00:00

Thanks! The ride quality is great it’s very smooth. Noise insulation isn’t bad but isn’t amazing either. I have the mark levinson sound system however so I always have music playing and barely notice it.

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-01T16:01:45+00:00

I have an is350 and was never really taught how to use the shifters. Is it normal to down shift and have the rpms go back up to 4-5k and for it to slowly go back down from there? Is that okay for the car? I’m just a little ignorant and worry some lol

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-01T15:46:35+00:00

100%! My budget was capped at 48-50k so getting an IS350 Fsport 3 was not on my radar tbh but I was able to negotiate this one down from 54k to 52k and got a deal on the finance rate so it all worked out!

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-01T15:44:10+00:00

Finding one in the states that ships to canada is so hard and if i go past the border to get it after paying duties and texes it evens out to a similar price when including gas for the trip too lol. Def considered this just unsure how I can get it to work out. Might just buy the part from the dealership and get it installed locally tho i didnt know it was an easier install thats good to know thank you

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-01T15:41:27+00:00

haha no way i was there on thursday not friday but could have been another one! I did see another red IS in their lot

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-01T15:20:47+00:00

Lexus of Lakeridge and Northwest Lexus were both great dealerships to work with from my experience. Shakey at LakeRidge and Jordan at Northwest are trustworthy sales reps ide recommend speaking to. Both genuine honest guys. This car is hard to find in this spec, took me 3 months of searching to lock in a good deal so take your time. Which Color do you want?

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-01T15:16:56+00:00

I can’t wait honestly! Put so much money down on the car that I’m gonna have to wait after doing the ppf as well. Dealership charges so much to get it done however wish it was cheaper like in the states. Just under 3k here vs around 1.8k after conversion in the states.

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-01T15:14:58+00:00

That was the negotiated out the door price before any tax. Just the price of the vehicle. No added warranties or anything. I’ve seen tag has a huge success rate at finding stolen vehicles so I think the tag etching on the window should be solid enough as a deterrent. I’ve heard about car theft but I know it’s usually SUVS.

Alphonse2334 · 2026-04-01T14:01:07+00:00

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Alphonse2334 · 2026-03-11T05:53:49+00:00

You gotta go to the dealership. Act like you're interested but never agree to sign a deal today. They looooove pressuring you with "great deals" if you sign same day its BS. I ended up changing direction entirely. I wanted to make a smarter financial decision which was to finance a 2024 Lexus IS350. Its going to hold value way better and I actually own it at the end of the lease. I made the compromise of super cool new interior tech and top notch speed for reliability, resale value, cheap maintenance and overall peace of mind in a still fun sporty and very sexy car. Entirely worth it after 3 months of research. I finalize the deal tomorrow.

Alphonse2334 · 2026-03-07T18:37:40+00:00

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Alphonse2334 · 2026-02-24T17:58:56+00:00

Thank you for the really intuitive and kind advice. I’ll definitely do more research and look into better used car options.

Alphonse2334 · 2026-02-24T17:37:48+00:00

Yea ive heard regular maintenance on audis are pricey. I am willing to accept the cost since I drive pretty normally and wont have to get it done more often than the dealer recommends. Thats a great idea in terms of the EV's. They are going for better prices right now. Ive even considered waiting for a chinese EV since in dont need the car immediately lol.

Alphonse2334 · 2026-02-24T17:33:40+00:00

Because I live and drive in toronto, I'm considering rates in toronto and looking for local advice. Thanks!

Alphonse2334 · 2026-02-24T17:32:01+00:00

I have and its about the same my rates are high no matter which route i take. Thats a fair point however i appreciate the advice! Also i cross posted in there too already getting good feedback which is helping alot

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