dazzy Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 (edited) Im thinking of selling my celica and getting a lexus is200, I was wondering if anyone on here has had one or has any knowledge on them, pros/cons etc also would I be better off trading my car against one or selling private or stripping? My celica spec. all new/replaced parts are less that a year old!! genuine SSIII rear high spoiler brand new FULL superstrut replacement, less than 2k miles on them newly refurbed gen 7 alloys in white whith brand new falken tyres full hks shp cat back exhaust, st205 tein dress up spring modified to suit st202 freshly pro painted front wings, mint " "front facelift front bumper with TOMS lip " " standard side skirts, mint SSIII rear spats celica embroided front seats, rare?? TRD rear top mounts TRD gear knob, genuine SSIII genuine white gauge cluster Projector front headlights facelift rear lamps freshly painted boot lid , has had hole filled to suit ssIII spoiler, profesionaly done by myself and the painters at work roof/boot upper spoiler/visor crystal bumper indicators N/S driveshaft with brand new blueprint cv joint (cost £100 for the joint) K&N panel filter new genuine lambda new genuine cat front calipers have had new pistons and seals new blueprint waterpump fitted 8ish months ago new dizzy cap, irridium plugs, leads new handbrake shoes, genuine again new blueprint rear disks 12mths ago passed mot today so 12 mths mot and i put 6 mths tax on at the beginning of the month probs loads more, I will update as and when I remember. didnt realise just how much I have done and all the usual non beams SSIII goodies as you can see I replace service stuff with genuine parts , if that aint feasible then its blueprint She is a 1997/98 R reg import with 113K on the clock, most is in KM, I will go through the paperwork to get a rough idea in miles loads of paperwork I put the list up so hopefully you guys could advise on a sale price for her. some pics are up in my gallery,I will get some nice ones up soon Thanks, Daz Edited September 15, 2011 by dazzy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey_matt Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Forget the IS200, go for an Altezza RS200 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggy Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 I think the altezza is the better one to get,better engine BEAMS celica sound nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazzy Posted September 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Ive been looking at the tezzas but insurance is just as much as my current if not more,, im looking for luxury and a bit more practicality. this is what i want http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2003-03-LEXUS-200-2-0-SE-4DR-SALOON-/280724059889?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item415c7536f1#ht_1646wt_1270 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blaine Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 my uncle had the is200 i will ask him about it 2moro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sawyer Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 I used to have an IS200. Cracking cars, lovely drive and nice. The UK version is a bit under-powered for the straight size lump it has. Not very economical but comfortable. Has a lot of mod cons and probably one of the best looking dials on any car. No ideas about issues, in 10months of ownership the only thing that went wrong with mine was a coil pack, £80 to fix and it was reet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazzy Posted September 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 my uncle had the is200 i will ask him about it 2moro cheers bud I used to have an IS200. Cracking cars, lovely drive and nice. The UK version is a bit under-powered for the straight size lump it has. Not very economical but comfortable. Has a lot of mod cons and probably one of the best looking dials on any car. No ideas about issues, in 10months of ownership the only thing that went wrong with mine was a coil pack, £80 to fix and it was reet. sounds good, im used to shite mpg but thats not realy what im looking for anyway, I dont do a lot of miles. I want a 4 door that has potential to look great and I think these are already half way there, I want to be able to get the dog in the back easily if and when we go somewhere special for walkies, weve got an Akita so he is pretty big, and i realy want electric heated bum warmers, lol and these are half the price on insurance of my celica as you said the clusters are Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sawyer Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Personally i'd keep the Celica. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam190 Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 My mum has an 02 plate owned from new and nothing has gone wrong other than wear and tear. Brilliant cars just slightly under powered but if that doesnt bother you then perfect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtfgecko Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 I want a 4 door that has potential to look great and I think these are already half way there, I want to be able to get the dog in the back easily if and when we go somewhere special for walkies, weve got an Akita so he is pretty big, and i realy want electric heated bum warmers, lol and these are half the price on insurance of my celica Seats don't fold down in some models (I think the 'sport' versions, but may be others too) so good luck getting a dog in there... I looked at one too, but my mountain bike wouldn't fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ams Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 I had a uk is200 - only kept it for a few weeks was planning on replacing the g7 with it - very nice car to drive - had 120,000 but was very smooth and a lovely drive, in the end, kept the g7 as needed the load area Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazzy Posted September 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 My mum has an 02 plate owned from new and nothing has gone wrong other than wear and tear. Brilliant cars just slightly under powered but if that doesnt bother you then perfect! according to this http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/knowledge/index.php?page=index_v2&id=14&c=5 they are 153bhp, similar power as a UK gt celica with a full tank and some heffas in the back Seats don't fold down in some models (I think the 'sport' versions, but may be others too) so good luck getting a dog in there... I looked at one too, but my mountain bike wouldn't fit. I had a uk is200 - only kept it for a few weeks was planning on replacing the g7 with it - very nice car to drive - had 120,000 but was very smooth and a lovely drive, in the end, kept the g7 as needed the load area hmm, food for thought, Think I need to go have a propa look at a few, on the other hand thats what mums Cmax is for :rolleyes: so far then, no one has had any/knows of any potentialy expensive/common issues, such as hideously expensive lower arm replacement etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shocks Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Had one back in 2001 it was a 2000 W reg IS200 sports, great car rear wheel drive nice ride great hifi cheap to insure and the dealers just look after you so well, servicing cheap back then £130 for a full service. good size family car instead of going for a 3 series BMW or a mondeo or the like. well looked after ones will run for years, down sides alloys are bad for corriding but get them done and they last well. quick enough to get you past most if you go for the v6 3litre one. its all personal choice though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorris Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 I was seriously thinking of getting one but the road tax put me off! Dorris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellowchinaman Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Forget the IS200, go for an Altezza RS200 We had a RS200 and yes it is much better than the IS200 and I'm sorry to say if I was to choose between the SS2 and the RS200, it'll have to be the RS200. Reason being it that the car it self is very practical and handles VERY well combined with a very well balance engine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazzy Posted September 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 I was seriously thinking of getting one but the road tax put me off! Dorris according to the web 6mths is £143 and 12 months is £260, not a great deal more than mine We had a RS200 and yes it is much better than the IS200 and I'm sorry to say if I was to choose between the SS2 and the RS200, it'll have to be the RS200. Reason being it that the car it self is very practical and handles VERY well combined with a very well balance engine. I would love the RS200 but for the same reasons I have and wont get a GT4 is the cost of running and insurance etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellowchinaman Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 actually buying and running a RS200 IS cheaper than a GT4. But then if you're going to choose and compare a GT4 with a RS200, I'd choose the GT4 any day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masiv Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 I had the 5 door SportCross version for 3 years and it was a joy to own. Did not have a single problem with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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