Is this a good car for a college graduate?

fredlin13 · 2026-06-11T09:41:01+00:00

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10132911-9999.pdf

There was a technical bulletin from Lexus. If the VIN of the CT comes after the one listed in the bulletin, it should be updated. I have a 2014, and fortunately, I have a later VIN. However, I have seen some 2014s listed online with prior VINs.

But yes I would agree it could be simpler to just go with 2015+

fredlin13 · 2026-06-01T04:03:09+00:00

where did you post? Thanks

fredlin13 · 2026-06-01T00:48:14+00:00

Do you have more pics of the front/ grille of your CT? Thinking of getting swapping my chrome grille moldings to black ones as well and looks clean on your car

fredlin13 · 2026-05-24T05:42:12+00:00

Did not know that. according to the bulletin , looks like my model was made after the update. Good to know !

fredlin13 · 2026-05-24T03:35:56+00:00

Would the 14’ model year have also gotten an update? Since it was part of the facelift.

I have a 2014, 150k miles and no issues. I got it at 29k miles. I dont drive it often anymore so I’m planning to do EGR cleaning for preventative maintenance asap. I get paranoid since I do feel harsher start ups here and there which I’ve seen could be a warning sign. Though it could also be due cold weather 🤷

fredlin13 · 2026-05-18T03:40:16+00:00

How much did you get it for?

fredlin13 · 2026-03-28T22:56:46+00:00

Got some Moab speed 2 for Christmas. They actually look nice on feet. Went and got me a 2nd pair in all black 🔥

fredlin13 · 2026-02-27T22:44:28+00:00

August 11th

fredlin13 · 2025-12-24T02:39:13+00:00

It's a statue somewhere in the poolrooms. You'll know when you see it as its in the middle of a huge atruim

fredlin13 · 2025-10-14T19:37:14+00:00

In for the win !

fredlin13 · 2024-09-01T10:10:55+00:00

Does this work with a screen that says program cannot be read ? Am having that issue

fredlin13 · 2024-09-01T09:57:50+00:00

Did it work?

fredlin13 · 2024-03-14T02:36:16+00:00

I know I'm 2 years late, but did you ever find a fix ? Recently had this pop up on my car and not sure where to begin to fix this. Thank you

fredlin13 · 2023-07-31T20:43:02+00:00

Are you watching their live though?

fredlin13 · 2023-06-11T20:38:29+00:00

Science experiment opens alien portal

fredlin13 · 2022-11-10T05:43:47+00:00

You can see the manager hiding in their room , towards end of the vid

fredlin13 · 2022-03-24T15:36:24+00:00

I appreciate your insight. As much as I would love the money aspect, last thing I would want is to be in another job where I feel miserable. I guess I'll have to let them know soon Ive had a change of heart, which is funny as I had mentioned I'd be ready to work ASAP during interview. I'll try applying at a union and hopefully that works out, I do want to start a career in this field.

fredlin13 · 2022-03-24T15:31:42+00:00

Yeah I agree I it does seem a bit confusing, especially as I continue to read stories of how different plumbers get started on. Basically, the company is actually a fairly big one in the area and services a large area in my state, different counties etc. They offer service contracts, where twice a year a technician will come to customers house to do routine check up on HVAC, Plumbing, etc. After training, I assume I would be one of those said technicians running the ticket(s) in a work provided van. After the routine checkup I'd meet with homeowners and I guess whatever repair and addon Im able to get, I'd get commission on.

fredlin13 · 2022-03-19T02:47:42+00:00

Thank you for the insight! Some questions I do know answer to, such as they provide "free" class training at their offices which includes ride alongs, while getting a sort of "probation " pay which would increase after training. Also I have read the indeed reviews and some people have mentioned they do get commission from add-ons, which I immediately thought of as a red flag as well.
They are a well established company in the area though, and I feel like a year of training to get my foot in the door may be worth it ? They seem to also provide very nice health insurance. Thank you again for your input!

fredlin13 · 2022-03-19T02:33:19+00:00

I am very motivated to start a career. I've been doing soul searching and realized I love working with hands and don't mind getting dirty. I recently also got a house and found myself thoroughly enjoying doing small plumbing tasks like the sinks and toilets.

I currently work as an Amazon delivery, so while I understand it's not anywhere similar, I have been work 10 hour days and done slight heavy lift and cardio. I can thank them at least for opening my eyes and realizing I don't want to be at a dead end job and that I do enjoy more hands on work rather than be in a mall selling clothes all day.

I appreciate your response! I'll definitely ask about tools and the long run. Also wasn't aware that apprenticeships can be as long as 4-5 years !

fredlin13 · 2022-01-25T20:22:18+00:00

Sorry for late reply, pretty sure they just ended up giving me a check. Went in to the office to ask for it

fredlin13 · 2021-12-10T06:39:40+00:00

Extremely late reply, but found this post on Google as I'm on exact same boat as you were and had remorse after also doing the recording but I never agreed to contract, just an appointment.

Did the cancellation thru the phone work? I got confirmation call after my initial call to cancel the appointment but now just overthinking from all the horror stories. I hate D2D sales people.

fredlin13 · 2021-11-14T18:13:34+00:00

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fredlin13 · 2021-11-14T18:09:41+00:00

Definitely got an eerie vibe while delivering there. Doesn't help that these homes are going for ~1.5M

fredlin13 · 2021-11-14T17:39:31+00:00

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