2002 Lexus IS300 is review from North America
"6,000 +$27000 = worth every penny"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The stock bridgestone tires were showing the cords on all 4 tires at 12,000 miles.
I have since replaced the stock tires with Pirelli P6000SS.
They are a slight bit more noisy, but they handle excellent,wear is no longer an issue and I saved $40 per tire
I can now leave my flat driveway when it snows 1/4 of an inch here in Maryland.
General comments?
Overall, this vehicle is superb.
Traction control is a bit sensitive.
Handles excellent.
MPG is lower than expected - about 18MPG.
Braking is unbelievable as well as cornering and stability.
This vehicle will cruise at 110mph as easily as 55mph
Recommended Reviews:
  | A truly outstanding luxury sports sedan |
| Where have you been all of my driving life? |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 6000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 30000 miles |
| Previous car | Acura Vigor |
| Date of Entry | 1st March, 2004 |