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GSaad

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  1. I recently has my 30,000km service and had the opportunity to drive the 2009 IS.

    I noticed the change in paddle shift function in the 2009 model versus my 2008. You can automatically use the paddle shifts without putting the gear lever into sports mode. Once it senses your not using the paddle shifts anymore it goes back into normal mode.

    I think this function was great and really handy.

    I asked the dealer (Brighton Lexus) whether I could get this upgrade in my 2008 model. She rang a mechanic and said it wasn't possible. I would have thought it would be a software update of some sort.

    Has anyone managed to upgrade this in the pre 2009 models?

  2. I've also been talking to Brighton Toyota(VIC) and they are quoting the following:

    Street Legal

    80% Glare reduction (maximum glare reduction a darkest legal film could offer)

    75% cabin temperature control

    100% SPF and UV Rating

    Patented scratch resistant coating-

    UV Shield

    57-60% Heat Rejection

    60% Glare Reduction

    Ultra Violet Reduction 99+%

    UPF Rating 50+ (the highest UV protection you can get!)

    Opti-View Film so its distortion free-

    All for $495. not sure whether it justfies an extra $200 over the TintACar film.

    What do you reckon guys?

  3. Hi mate,

    I use baby seat in the back of my IS and there are no issues. I place the sit in the middle to prevent any kicking going on with the front seats - also the safest place in the car for a baby seat. Also have no worries with placing it in the boot.

    Just one word of advice, make sure you purchase the car seat with a mat that goes underneath. This way you will protect your leather and prevent any dents the baby seat might leave.

    Really easy to install as well with the harness points on the rear shelf.

    In terms of the pram, make sure you test it in the boot before you purchase. Some of the them can get rather bulky which might cause issues when trying to put them in the boot. I own a Quinny which folds really well and fairly flat.

    Good luck with the new baby

  4. I got the Midnight Express from Tint A Car. It's metallic no issues with it so far and the price was reasonable.

    They say you'll loose some AM reception but I hardly listen to AM. Life time warranty also if I'm not wrong.

    Thanks Jomster,

    It would be great if you could post some photos.

    What is the main difference between Carbon and metallic tint? Is one better than the other?

    Thanks

  5. 0. Perks (I am Male) - Inner Melbourne, VIC

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    24. Natroth - Sydney, NSW

    25. Alexus - Melbounre (west) VIC

    26. JML - Sydney, NSW

    27. Gsaad - Melbounre (west) VIC

  6. I've got a question about the cooling seats I have in my 2008 IS Prestige. It doesn't seem like they cool at all.

    We have had some hot days here in the last couple days and I've been turning my seat to cool on number 3. There seems to be a very minor breeze coming from the cushion but nothing from the backrest. I don't feel cool at all.

    Is this normal?

    Should there be more of a breeze coming from the seats?

  7. Hi guys picked up my new IS250 series 2 on friday, and i am very impressed. I have bought a set of lexus sports pedals and am asking help with the instilation. I have fitted the brake pedal as that just slips on easy but am having trouble removing the foot rest and the accellerator pedal. Is there a knack to it and i can't get my head down there to look behing the pedal. Any help as i am not keen to roll into lexus and ask for this simple task to be done for me.

    Thanks heaps

    mark

    Mark, Can I ask how much you paid for the set?

  8. I did as well today. It is a amazing car! Handles brilliantly and sounds superb, especially after 3500rpm. If I had the money I would be ordering one tomorrow.

    By the way it was really good service from Melb City Lexus. The dealer was happy to let me give it as much as I wanted without losing my license. The spare parts and accessory guy was also really helpful. Very impressed.

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