Recent content by Obi Wong Kenobi

Yeah, I’m not usually a Lexus guy outside of the LX, but their service and staff have really made me reconsider picking up another Lexus for a daily.

Sure, it’s not ideal but we’ve done a few local trips with it and haven’t maxed out the cargo area yet. Even had a Yeti 45 on one trip for 5 of us and it worked out. Might be harder if someone overpacks or hardcore camps but we love the OT so far and hope more of ya join the club.

For those waiting for a 2 row, I’m curious as to the why chance the tariff that will surely hit. Granted they say it’s slightly less MSRP wise because of the 3rd row deletion, but will it not be silly to be paying more for a 2 row once prices are adjusted with tariffs or inflation? Just...

It’s good to know about the towing. Sometimes I trailer the M3 to track and the TRX does just fine with almost 6000 lbs. Was thinking of using the LX but this kind of feedback makes me rethink that haha.

Same. I bought the same after I saw that post and my wife loves them.

I got my wife the OT because she thought it looked cooler than most other cars around her in the Starbucks drive-thru.

Well, I don’t believe they’ll have to deal with customs if it’s on the vehicle. And the shipper/owner will have to handle that themselves if it happens. I know it sucks, but might be good to have your rig sent to them to get it done properly, if you’re going for their system.

I’ve never leased in Texas before but I would assume if you’re the original lessee and bought it at lease end, you could prove/show you’ve paid the taxes already.

This explains it pretty well: https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-a-money-factor-on-a-lease

When doing a lease and buying it at lease end, you end up paying a bit more than just financing it from the get go. The LX probably will have a terrible money factor and you pay tax for the whole MSRP upfront on a lease in Texas. In other states, they tax you based off your monthly but not here.

I mean, I don’t see anything wrong with their response. It’s a small USA based shop that only wants to deal with shipping to US addresses. Shipping international is a pain and we’re not talking small objects here.

I got my OT from North Park Lexus in San Antonio for a very fair price and very good sales practices. They also did refundable deposits if you guys are willing to drive. Lakeway Lexus just West of Austin has a white OT in their showroom, but their sales people were just “okay” to deal with.

I mean I understand your affinity for the 200, but let’s be realistic. I’ve had a 200 as well and the LX700 and 600 are bounds better in many ways than the 200 ever was. I miss the V8, but it’s not like it was ridiculously powerful or that quick off the line anyway. Time will tell how good the...

That sounds quite high for pricing. I would look around and maybe hit up some of the dealers active on the forums.

I’ve not followed windshield ppf in a few years but last I heard that they don’t last very long if you use your wipers. Is it better now?