2009 Lexus ES 350 - Consumer Discussions

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Lease 2013 ES 350 36 month

  Written by: netsplit on Dec 6, 2012 8:25:58 AM

  Here is what i got from Pembroke Pine Lexus ( south Florida) 2013 ES 350 white with premium package. i was upside down on my 2009 ES 350 - owe 21700, Trade in 18000, CarMax print estimate for 19000. So, i trade my ES with upside down, no money down what so ever. Only first payment 500$ Lease 36 month /10000 miles per year Package 39400 ( pretty much everything except ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Lease Questions

• Lexus leasing

  Written by: msbev on May 13, 2012 5:33:36 AM

  I visited a lexus dealer to inquire about the 2012 ES 350. with and without NAV for the no nav i was quoted 3157 down excluding taxes and fees with a payment of 389.00 with nav the price went to 4000 down and 529. per month. i am currently in a 2009 maxima lease with ends in september with 3 payments of 375. the dealer offered to excelerate the lease to ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Transmission Issues

• Re: Lexus ES350 transmisson lemons!! [imidazol97]

  Written by: lw220 on Mar 26, 2012 11:25:37 AM

  I am now among the poor souls with this lemon of a lexus. i have a 2007 ES 350 that has just had the transmission replaced by Lexus. I purchased this car used from a Lexus dealer with 38K on it in 2009 and have had it for two years, 3 months. In that span of time I have taken it in about 5-6 times for various things: transmission surge, brake ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2011 Lexus Es 350 with Navi [siddharth2008]

  Written by: lexpaul on Aug 31, 2011 9:06:45 PM

  Hello, I would definitely wait for the redesign of the 2012. I think the 2012 will be loaded more techie stuff, will have improved navigation and better styling, not that I'm complaining. I have a 2009 with nav/park assist and I love everything about it, however, if I was in the market for an ES today, I would wait for the 2012.

Lexus ES 350 Paint Problems

• Re: 2008 Lexus ES 350 Paint Problems [joeldavid]

  Written by: randy1000 on Aug 6, 2011 11:26:47 AM

  Good Luck trying to get any satisfaction from Lexus! I have a 2009 ES350 and the paint problems started the first time I washed and waxed the car. The clear coat is flawed, it scratches very easily but it also chips very easily. Lexus dealers and lexus themselves position is to deny deny deny. I have spoken to a dealer and they just bounced me from piller to post without ever ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: ES350 $5,900 below MSRP [coder4life]

  Written by: pari on Apr 12, 2011 4:14:49 PM

  I think you got a great deal very much in line with what I got in Dec, 2010. I worked with Magnessun Lexus to get my Truffle Mica ES 350 for $38,700 OTD after the $1000 loyalty discount. My car too had 95 miles on it but I believe it was driven from Freeman Lexus since Magnessun did not have this color in stock. The specs of my car are identical ... Read More

• Re: Help Purchase Lexus ES 350 [jlady3]

  Written by: carbuyer_2009 on Apr 9, 2010 4:21:42 PM

  Got 2010 ES350 w/ UL and ML (panoramic roof, HID headlight, etc.) back in January 2010. MSRP $44k+, paid $6500 below + tax/license. Nice car, no complaint.

Lexus ES 350 Extended Warranty

• Re. Extended Warranty Lexus ES 350

  Written by: ganges on Dec 10, 2009 3:13:35 PM

  Interested in Extended Warranty for Lexus 350, 2009 model without Navigation system. Patinum 7yr/75000 miles offered by Lexus/Toyota dealers with 0 dollars deductible with MSRP of $1750.is being bought for $1250. Sanish Feb.16,2009 and for $1290. garsano Oct.14,2009.Is it possible for sanish or garsano to provide Dealers name and phone number for me to contact?Any help is well appreciated. ganges

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: es 350 Lease [albert72]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 15, 2009 6:14:54 PM

  Hi albert72. This is actually the "Prices Paid" ES 350 discussion. There is another discussion for ES 350 Lease Questions. Please post any future questions or comments that you have about leasing an ES there. Since we're here now, here's the answer to your question. Lexus Financial Services' November / December buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 ES 350 with 12,000 ... Read More

• Re: Price Qoute for ES 350 (2009) W/O NAV $33,888 [azulu]

  Written by: sunnysunset on Nov 2, 2009 7:58:20 AM

  Seems like Lexus is sending out mostly cars with NAV, since they make more money on the options. At this point I am ready to buy either way, seems like In houston our friend was quote 38K for a car with NAV....will buy that if the dealer gives me that price... any other dealer offering less than that ?? Where is the dealer offering 37980 for OTD w/o NAV ?? do ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Lexus ES 350 in Clearwater Fl [sunnysunset]

  Written by: jano2 on Oct 15, 2009 1:14:52 PM

  When I bought my 2007 Lexus I did it over the internet. Go to the dealerships web sighst. You should do your homework first and know what you are talking about. You should know what they paid for the car. Also know what the dealership paid for any extras on the car. I think this web sight or maybe Consumer Report said you should offer a certain percentage above that price, ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Lexus ES 350 in Clearwater Fl [nfjnr]

  Written by: sunnysunset on Oct 15, 2009 10:34:04 AM

  I need help in how to get the dealer rock bottom price from the internet, I am from houston, tx. I am looking for ES350, do I write to the diff dealers or call them ?? am looking for a car w/o nav or fancy upgrades.

Lexus ES 350 Lease Questions

• Re: Money factor for September? [txwebdesigner]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 7, 2009 3:16:14 AM

  Hi txwebdesigner. You never mentioned how long you want to lease for or what mileage allowance you need, so I had to make some assumptions. Let me know if you want something different. Lexus Financial Services' October buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 ES 350 with 15,000 miles per year are .00075 and 50%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2009 Lexus ES 350 in Clearwater Fl [nfjnr]

  Written by: tambaydriver on Sep 29, 2009 10:55:15 AM

  Hey nfjnr: Do you have a contact that you can pass along and please provide any options you may have included in the final price. Thanks

Lexus ES 350

• Is Lexus drive by wire safe??

  Written by: gagrice on Sep 1, 2009 11:19:44 AM

  Runaway Lexus kills 4! 2009-09-01 0341 (GMT) San Diego, CA—A fiery crash left four people dead after the car’s accelerator became stuck. The fatal crash happened on Friday, August 28, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at the intersection of Route 125 and Mission Gorge Road in Santee, as reported by San Diego Union Tribune. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), a loaner 2009 Lexus ES 350 driven by CHP Officer Mark ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2009 Lexus ES 350 in Clearwater Fl

  Written by: nfjnr on Aug 30, 2009 8:38:12 PM

  Took delivery yesterday of 2009 ES 350, tungsten pearl,lt gray interior.MSRP $37920.00,Invoice $34,250.00, I paid $34300.00 not including tax ,tags etc.All done over internet, just spent 2 hrs at dealer taking delivery. Documentation fee $ 599.00 . Quite high but I believe is standard in this part of Florida. Car also came with pinstripe,door edge cup guards, and purigen in the tires which I didnt ask for nor was charged. Are ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Lease Questions

• Is there a way to calulate the money factor?

  Written by: JohnRussell on Aug 15, 2009 11:00:52 AM

  Lexus is running a Golden Opportunity Sales Event for a 2009 Lexus ES350. Listed below is the ad that includes key information pertaining to the lease BUT it does not provide the money factor. I have called multiple Lexus dealers and get the run around when I ask for the money factor. One said .00020 and another said .00040 is being used in this lease. Given this lease promotion description is ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2009 ES 350 Price [jreyna] Ita

  Written by: kingpcgeek on Aug 13, 2009 3:43:17 PM

  that may be true with certain makes/models but not the case with BMW, LEXUS, etc...simply because they dont have to Sorry but Lexus's and BWMs are selling at invoice or better. I got a quote for an IS250 last month at invoice, and that was with zero negotiating. I also received a quote for a 328 for $1000 below invoice. I wound up getting a G37 for $1000 under invoice with ... Read More

• Re: 2009 ES 350 Price [kingpcgeek]

  Written by: jreyna on Aug 13, 2009 1:48:52 PM

  kingpc, that may be true with certain makes/models but not the case with BMW, LEXUS, etc...simply because they dont have to. Take a look at all the selling price pts on these treads and you will maybe see 1-2 were able to purchase @ inv., and these were early in yr. when economy was in turmoil more than currently. So you can take from the bottom or top to reach price ... Read More

• Re: 2009 ES 350 Price [jlump]

  Written by: bhusted007 on Aug 13, 2009 12:12:57 PM

  To Jlump, Yes you absolutely can tell the salesperson you received a better offer from somewhere else and aski can they beat it. I've been doing it for years as have many others and they are used to this now, especially by email. Some may be a bit more receptive than others but the only place that gave me any kind of attitude was Lexus of Bridgewater. You can also just ... Read More

• Re: 2009 ES 350 Price [jlump]

  Written by: jreyna on Aug 13, 2009 9:55:52 AM

  yes should be able to do better. They are in 6% disc level....worse case should be able to get into 7-8 % off msrp and it wouldn't be a bad deal imo. This was probably a starting point for them, even though most post you see here are with nav. option, if you look @ #'s you can calculate from them the discs being given. Like most Lexus markup is around ... Read More

• Re: ES350 IN NJ area [jreyna]

  Written by: radar6 on Aug 11, 2009 8:53:38 AM

  We bought a 2009 ES350 Msrp 41694.00 With Body side moldings for 36957.00 we had to pay Doc fee of 285.00 We were lucky dealer had a bunch of ES 350 arrive around 4Th of July. Things were slow that week being the first of month and clunker program had not started yet. I think dealers are not moving to much on price now due to the traffic around show rooms ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Lease Questions

• Lexus 350 ES

  Written by: jarhead1044 on Aug 9, 2009 8:28:09 PM

  I am trying to lease a 2009 Lexus 350ES and not sure if I am getting a good deal or not, the quote is for 36 months, 12,000 miles per year, but the money down has skyrocketed.... $2,500 down, $1,100 sales tax, $227 M.V. Tax, $249 document fee, $700 bank fee, $420 first month payment, $15 =?, is this a good deal or should I shop another dealer? any help is ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Paint Problems

• Re: 2008 Lexus ES 350 Paint Problems [rapo74]

  Written by: dviscuso on Jul 25, 2009 3:01:02 AM

  New to this group and cannot believe all the issues I found with Lexus paint on the ES350. I purchased my 2008 ES350 in December 2007. By the spring of 2008 i could not believe all the chips i had on the front bumper and hood on my car, which is ruby red. I love the car and have received multiple compliments on its looks. But get up close and its ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2009 ES 350 [oregon1]

  Written by: SoCal09 on Jul 17, 2009 12:10:23 AM

  Hi Sorry to hear about what happened at the dealership. btw, there are two Lexus dealers in OR. http://www.lexusofportland.com/HomePage & http://www.kendalllexuseugene.com/?cs:e=lex. Not knowing the geography there, maybe one is too far from your location. If I were you, I would broaden my search to let say 30 mile radius, or even 50 mile radius or more. Then contact their internet department. But before you do so, it's a good idea to ... Read More

• Re: 2009 ES 350 w/Nav & Premium Pkg in NY/NJ [pennoyer]

  Written by: sunsonshaan07 on Jun 24, 2009 6:34:19 PM

  Pennoyer, Keep playing with their heads a little. I had the similar level of experiences, albeit with dealers in the Dallas, TX metro area. Only differences are: 1. We went with the 2008 Lexus ES 350 last July as opposed to the 2009 you maybe going for. 2. Our initial intent was to go CPO but eventually we went with a brand new one. 3. Our car that we eventually purchased ... Read More

• Re: 2009 ES350 w/Premium Pkg & Nav [bigal728]

  Written by: jizanky on Jun 22, 2009 9:22:33 PM

  Hey, I would say you can do better. MSRP on my ES 350 was 42,856 (Premium pkg, Premium plus, Nav/Mark Levinson, XM radio) I got the Price of the car 37,657 with tax and everything (Lo jack included) 42,387. I got it from Lexus of Santa Monica. Best of luck!

Lexus ES 350

• Re: No coat hook in 2009 Lexus ES 350 [shg818]

  Written by: philly2 on Jun 16, 2009 10:46:13 AM

  I purchased a brand new 2009 Lexus ES 350 on May 22 and I was shocked too to discover that the car does not have any coat hooks in the rear seat area. Why would you want a coat hook in the tunk area???? My 2005 Lexus ES 330 that I traded in had coat hooks in the rear seat area. Lexus really did screw this up - hope they correct ... Read More

• No coat hook in 2009 Lexus ES 350

  Written by: shg818 on Jun 9, 2009 2:14:00 PM

  I bought a brand-new 2009 Lexus ES 350 yesterday and was shocked beyond belief to discover that when I went to hang up my suit jacket in the rear seat area, there was no coat hook. This was subsequently confirmed with my dealership. How is this possible? I stopped at a Toyota dealer on my way into the office and discovered that Camry s have coat hooks as does my 2005 ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Price of 2009 ES 350??

  Written by: cueball13 on Jun 6, 2009 11:13:22 AM

  What would I expect to pay for a 2009 Lexus ES 350 listed for $41,733 with PPP, RSSA, BA, FSS, WLSW and PAP in central KY? Thank you. base price:34320 Total:$41,733 rear side airbags:250 Bluetooth audio:300 fullsize spare:205 Premium Plus pkg:1250(MRSP is 2480) wood & leather steering wheel:330 Preferred Acc. PKG:286 Chrome Wheels:2495 Rear spoiler:399 Body side moldings:299 Chrome trim:495

• ES 350 2009 Premium Price Check - NY area

  Written by: sravan on May 28, 2009 11:06:11 AM

  HI, I am in LongIsland area. Looking for a ES 350 with premium package+HID(38k MSRP). The quotes I got so far are 34600$ over the phone from Ray Catina and 35300 from lexus massapequa/rockville. I saw some of the posts here and was amazed that some of them got with navigation for around the same price. Is my Quoted price OK? Does anyone bought an ES from this area, Please post ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Lease Questions

• 2009 ES 350 quote

  Written by: newkid300 on May 14, 2009 1:36:45 PM

  Was just quoted for 2009 ES 350 with Premium plus with nav. has back up sensors (don't really need the with the back up camera but that is how it comes). Essentially everything except the Levinson system. MSRP is $41,494. Sell price $38,765. Money factor .00075 and 49% residual. Lease was $579.00 with dealer including their paying off last month of my existing lease of $608.00. 12,000 miles per year. Get ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Shopping for a 2009 ES 350 [girlie16]

  Written by: corystory on Apr 16, 2009 2:06:45 PM

  I just got a 2009 lexus es350 last Friday at more than 1K under invoice (invoice price from Edmunds) before tax and license at a dealer in Southern California. I think I got a decent price. So you should aim at at least 1K under invoice. That means you should take off 2K to 2.3K from that quote. Be firm with your price! Note that some ES350 delivered after april got ... Read More

• Re: Great Deal!! [focus530]

  Written by: lexpaul on Mar 1, 2009 1:46:24 PM

  I got a 2009 ES 350 Level III for $37K. The MSRP on this car was $41,671. Beyond the price the service was just super. My consultant was beyond reasonable, patient and didn't flinch when I told him what I wanted to pay and the color combination I wanted. The color combination, obsidian/black was nowhere on the ground in GA. I'm not sure how he pulled it off, but he got ... Read More

• Re: prices of ES 350 2008 vs. 2009 [lexustexas1]

  Written by: jngo1 on Feb 5, 2009 9:15:54 AM

  hello lexustexas1 would you kindly let me know which dealers did you use and strategies to use to get this pricing? how long did you shop around?. One guy from Northsidelexus [same owners with westside] has offerred me 37K but we have not talk on anything yet. I was thinking of going to clear lake lexus and also northside/west houston lexus and bring these prices to them thanks very much - ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 vs. Infiniti G37 Journey Sedan

• Re: ES 350 vs. Infiniti G37 Journey Sedan [richardnva]

  Written by: a1s1a1 on Feb 26, 2009 10:27:54 AM

  The quick answer is that ES 350 is a family sedan while G37 is a sports sedan. Completely different cars depending on what "you" are looking for. Lexus ES 350........PROS....Apart from Lexus name and presence because of its bigger size, ...smooth ride, impeccable fit and finish, bigger inside, fast enough Cons.....FWD, no built in XM with real time traffic information, I pod plus XM cannot be operated "together" through steering wheel, ... Read More

• ES 350 vs. Infiniti G37 Journey Sedan

  Written by: richardnva on Feb 24, 2009 11:27:29 AM

  Is anyone considering the 2009 Infiniti G37 Journey Sedan in comparison to the 09 Lexus ES350? Aside from the differences in luxury-plush focus (Lexus) vs. luxury sport/technology (Infiniti), what are the notable differences you're seeing when you compare these two cars? The Infiniti definitely seems to be geared more as a "drivers" car, but both are comparable in size and some amenities. What pushes one above the other to you for ... Read More

Lexus ES 350

• Re: 2009 ES [praz]

  Written by: praz on Sep 6, 2008 6:44:42 PM

  I may be wrong but this is what I found on www.lexus.com..... 2009 ES 350 w/premium plus package(no nav) is cheaper by approximately $800. They have increased the base MSRP by $200 but reduced the premium plus package by $1,000. Premium package is no longer available.

Lexus ES 350 Lease Questions

• Re: February money factor [hotjohn]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 9, 2009 3:50:09 AM

  Here's the information that you're looking for, hotjohn. Lexus Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 ES 350 with 12,000 miles per year are .00125 and 49%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its "Tier 1+" credit tier. The only cash incentive that Lexus is currently providing on this car is $1,000 loyalty cash for current ES lessees who ... Read More

• February money factor

  Written by: hotjohn on Feb 3, 2009 5:08:52 PM

  Hi Car_man, I'm currently looking for the buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 ES 350 with 12,000 miles per year. I did see what the January numbers were but since it's now February I'm looking for the new rates. Any incentives out yet? Location is Las Vegas who only has one Lexus dealer. Thanks

• Re: January numbers [thechairman1]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 20, 2009 3:05:10 AM

  Hi thechairman1. Here's the information that you're looking for. Lexus Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 ES 350 with 12,000 miles per year are .00125 and 49%, respectively. Current ES lessees are eligible for a special $1,000 loyalty cash incentive if they lease a new one. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Where are the 08 ESs in the Bay Area? [michelle29]

  Written by: scoutandatty on Jan 15, 2009 8:59:35 AM

  Here is a link that shows the $4,000 Lexus is giving its dealers to help move the 08 ES 350s. Unfortunately, not all of them are applying that to the price - they're pocketing it as profit. http://www.edmunds.com/new/2008/lexus/es350/100903612/incentives.html?vdp=off&se- tzip=94025&state=CA Manufacturer to Dealer Marketing Support $4000 Cash to Dealer start: 01/08/2009 end: 02/02/2009

• Re: Lexus ES 350: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [nalinirph]

  Written by: diamond15 on Jan 4, 2009 9:38:44 AM

  Yes, I worked with 2-3 dealers telling them I was going for the lowest price. I calculated mybase 2009 car plus options on NADA.com and offered below invoice. I had the salesman fax me the car dealer sticker and compared apples to apples. My husband wanted me to go $225 lower but I asked for allweather floor mats and window tinting to be included in the $39,000. I found Sewell to ... Read More

• Lexus Buying Experience

  Written by: lexpaul on Dec 28, 2008 8:16:15 PM

  Hey Down to the Earth… I’m glad you are finding the forum helpful…because it has certainly helped me. I just pulled the trigger on a Level III ES 350 (Nav+Park-Assist) black/black on Friday at Lexus of South ATL in Union City (off I-85 South) I must tell you that mine is a long story. I have been researching the ES 350 for over a year now. I looked at and test ... Read More

• Re: What I paid for 2009 ES 350 [lexus_ne]

  Written by: butteroppa on Dec 28, 2008 6:44:19 PM

  What kind of options does your ES 350 have?

Lexus ES 350 Lease Questions

• Re: ES350 lease in ATL [sebast23]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 24, 2008 3:21:10 AM

  Welcome back, sebast23. It's nice to see that you're helping your mother lease her new car. Her credit is in good shape, so she should qualify for Lexus Financial Services top aka "Tier 1+" credit tier. According to the latest information that I have seen, LFS' December buy rate lease money factor for the 2009 ES 350 is .00090. As far as this car's selling price goes, shoot for as close ... Read More

• Re: Lexus ES 350 Lease question [bandj]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 24, 2008 3:10:58 AM

  Hi bandj. According to the latest information that I have seen, Lexus Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 ES 350 with 15,000 miles per year are .00090 and 51%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its Tier 1+ credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: What I paid for 2009 ES 350 [lexus_ne]

  Written by: lexpaul on Dec 19, 2008 10:55:54 PM

  That's not bad at all for a level II lexus. You got premium the plus package. I plan to make a serious effort to purchase next Friday. I'm going to offer 36K for a level III, premium plus +Nav+park assist. I may add a rear spoiler. MSRP is $41.5 Invoice is 36.5K. I'm hoping I can get it for 36k. You got a really great deal!!! Congratulations!!.....I know you're enjoying...Can't wait ... Read More

• What I paid for 2009 ES 350

  Written by: lexus_ne on Dec 18, 2008 12:33:32 PM

  I purchased a 2009 ES 350 last Sat in the New England area. Here are what I paid and what I got: Manufacturer's suggested retail price: $37,710 Manufacturer's invoice price: $33,227 Dealer's invoice price: $34,567 ($33,227 + $825 del. + $515 advertising ) The dealer installed the bodyside moldings free of charge. (I should have asked for window tint instead.) What I paid: $33,750 + tax + title + $289 (doc.) ... Read More

• Re: 2009 350 es question [beck1019]

  Written by: imjunho on Dec 16, 2008 5:27:10 PM

  Do you mind telling me which Lexus dealership you went to in Houston. I'm probably going to start my search next week for an es350. I had no idea that they were giving out deals on 09 ES 350s. Whats the stock like for 2008 ES 350s in the Houston area? Thanks.

• 2009 350 es question

  Written by: beck1019 on Dec 14, 2008 5:33:56 PM

  So Texas lexus dealer offers me 2009 350 es base price 34320 plus extras to sticker price of 41595 including dest fee. I added window tint and stripping bottom line of 42185. We negotiate price of 37937 plus ttl. I call dealer in Houston who quotes me exact same vehicle for 37000 plus ttl. Please comment.

Lexus ES 350 Lease Questions

• 2009 ES 350 Premium Package Plus

  Written by: Florida52 on Dec 13, 2008 9:54:20 AM

  CarMan thank you for the reply. Today I went to the dealer and the offer on the table is $490 per month including tax,title and fees for a Black/Black Premium Package Plus. I would pay off the Volvo ( $2200 ) directly to Volvo financing and $300 out of pocket to Lexus which includes first month. 36 months lease / 12k miles Residual .55 or .53 (I don't remember) Money Factor ... Read More

• Re: Lexus ES 350 Lease question [Car_man]

  Written by: bandj on Dec 10, 2008 7:49:17 AM

  What is the Residual and Money factor on 2009 ES350 for 36 month, 15,000/yr lease?

Lexus ES Maintenance and Repair

• Geico MBI

  Written by: lexpaul on Dec 9, 2008 7:37:48 PM

  Hello MayFletcher, I will be purchasing a 2009 ES 350 premium plus w/nav within about 2 weeks. Geico is my insurance provider and I will add Mechanical Breakdown Insurance (MBI) and also GAP which pays off any balance that is owed on your loan if your Lexus is totaled (God forbid!!). My wife has worked for Geico in customer service and glass claims for over 9 years. She recommends that you ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: ES 350-2009 Houston area [weniki]

  Written by: lexusbunny on Dec 1, 2008 5:20:03 AM

  Weniki...can you tell me which salesperson or manager did you talk to? I tried Clearlake Lexus a couple of times with no luck. They always give me a high quote and would not budge. Thanks!

Lexus ES 350 Lease Questions

• Re: Lexus ES 350 Lease question [noojerrz]

  Written by: Florida52 on Nov 28, 2008 11:19:15 AM

  Hello All, I am looking to surprise my wife with a lease for an 2009 ES350 premium package on or before Christmas if all things work out in my favor. I am extremely happy I found this blog as it has opened a few questions for me. I currently have a 2006 Volvo S40 with six months left on the lease. Payment on the Volvo including tax is $362.00 per month. ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: ES 350-2009 Houston area [purple10]

  Written by: bluer0cks on Nov 26, 2008 10:58:10 PM

  Hey Purple10, were you able to get the 5.31% for a 72 month, or 60 month period? (I am seeing atleast 0.8-1% difference between a 60 month, and a 72 month financing. Lexus offers for 60 months 5.89% and for 72 months 6.69%. (Many dealers in the bay area seem to offer the same, atleast on initial email contact). I am sure some Banks/credit unions can give a better deal, as ... Read More

• Re: ES 350-2009 Houston area [lexusbunny]

  Written by: drnittany on Nov 24, 2008 4:07:15 PM

  Clearlake didn't give a quote below invoice. Invoice was $33,500 something. Lexus has a 2% dealer holdback on the base MSRP. Thus allows them to sell the car below advertised invoice.

• Re: ES 350-2009 Houston area [purple10]

  Written by: lexusbunny on Nov 24, 2008 11:12:01 AM

  hey purple10...how did you get Clearlake Lexus to give you a price below invoice? I really want to know. I talked to a couple of sales already and none of them will even get close to the invoice prcie. Can you tell me what exactly did you do? Thanks!

• Re: ES 350-2009 Houston area [purple10]

  Written by: lexusbunny on Nov 22, 2008 10:50:22 AM

  Which dealer did you go to? Clear Lake Lexus would not lower the price at all, even after I told them I will buy the car right away if they will give it fo me for the quote I got from a Dallas dealer. All they said is "How did they give it to you for that price?"

Lexus ES 350 Lease Questions

• Re: Lexus ES 350: Lease Questions [pat]

  Written by: ultra64 on Nov 21, 2008 6:37:53 PM

  1 local dealer has a 2009 and another has 2 2008's of the identical ES350 model. Residual is higher on the 2009 but interest rate is lower on the 2008. If I negociate well which one is the better deal?

• Re: Lexus ES 350 Lease question [noojerrz]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 18, 2008 5:12:18 PM

  Hi noojerrz. The money factor that you were quoted is right in line with Lexus Financial Services' current buy rate for the 2009 ES 350. That is a good thing. The selling price that you were quoted for this car looks reasonable as well. If you like it, I personally don't see any reason not to pull the trigger on this deal. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum ... Read More

• Re: Lexus ES 350 Lease question [Car_man]

  Written by: noojerrz on Nov 14, 2008 11:14:55 AM

  Hi all. Looking for some feedback on this 36 month, 12K mi/year lease deal in NJ that I negotiated today. I think it's pretty good, but I'm looking for confirmation or feedback: 2009 Lexus ES350: Nav, Premium plus etc MSRP: $41,375 Negotiated selling price: $37,000 Bank Fee (700) DMV (187.50) Doc (249) Tire tax (14.95): Total: $1,151.45 Cap Cost: $1,700 First Month (including 7% sales tax): $456 Total Out of Pocket: ... Read More

• Re: Lexus ES 350 Lease question [howdyman]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 9, 2008 4:57:15 PM

  Hi howdyman. Lexus Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 ES 350 with 10,000 miles per year are .00090 and 54%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its Tier 1+ credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2009 ES350 $1500 over Invoice - Good Deal? [jano2]

  Written by: lexpaul on Oct 28, 2008 7:06:21 PM

  Hello All, Has anyone checked out the Lexus official site. There has been an across the board price drop on the ES 350. It appears that you can now get an Ultra ES 350 for MSRP $39025.00, that's down from around just over MSRP $43000.00 The economy is clearly driving this. Good time to buy if you can!!!. Check it out!!

Toyota Avalon Limited vs Lexus ES 350

• Re: 2009 Toyota Avalon vs. 2009 Lexus ES 350 [hanscua]

  Written by: fin on Sep 19, 2008 7:30:38 AM

  Toyota... Are you listening......?.... :)

• Re: 2009 Toyota Avalon vs. 2009 Lexus ES 350 [hanscua]

  Written by: popsavalon on Sep 19, 2008 7:12:07 AM

  If I wanted power tilt and telescope that badly, I would just spend the extra 25 grand and buy the Lexus! Why be uncomfortable while you are driving down the road.

• Re: 2009 Toyota Avalon vs. 2009 Lexus ES 350 [hanscua]

  Written by: amauhry on Sep 19, 2008 6:31:40 AM

  Man, this man's in a mission! Loved the way you made your point. You're damn good. Amaury '08 Limited

• 2009 Toyota Avalon vs. 2009 Lexus ES 350

  Written by: hanscua on Sep 18, 2008 8:57:38 PM

  I'm planning to buy or lease a Toyota Avalon Limited in the very future, which would feel luxury like the Lexus ES 350. The Lexus ES 350 has a power tilt and telescopic steering column and the Toyota Avalon does not have a power tilt and telescopic steering column. Before I buy or lease a Toyota Avalon Limited in the very future, I'm requesting the Toyota Avalon Limited to offer a ... Read More

• Re: Premium Fuel Lexus Doublespeak [texases]

  Written by: kenb757 on Sep 16, 2008 8:35:47 AM

  From the 2009 Lexus ES 350 Web site: "Ratings achieved using the required premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 or higher. If premium fuel is not used, performance will decrease." Again, if premium fuel is required, then why include the second sentence? My take is: the Lexus has the same engine as the Avalon does and can run on regular unleaded with no problem.

Lexus ES 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Interesting!!!

  Written by: praz on Sep 6, 2008 6:42:48 PM

  I may be wrong but this is what I found on www.lexus.com..... 2009 ES 350 w/premium plus package(no nav) is cheaper by approximately $800. They have increased the base MSRP by $200 but reduced the premium plus package by $1,000. Premium package is no longer available.

• Re: good price for Lexus ES 350 in Florida [mynewcar3]

  Written by: about2buy on Aug 21, 2008 10:14:24 AM

  From what I have read elsewhere the only change for 2009 is the Royal Ruby Metallic color is being changed to the Matador Red color. One would think there would be some other minor tweaks but perhaps not.

• good price for Lexus ES 350 in Florida

  Written by: mynewcar3 on Aug 12, 2008 2:24:08 PM

  I'm in the market for a 2008 Lexus ES 350 and live in the northern part of Florida. Has anyone found a good price for the ES equipped with nav, premium plus, etc. in Florida. What should I expect to pay and can you recommend a dealer? Thanks. Also, does anyone have any idea of any changes for 2009? I realize it's only a month or so away, so perhaps I ... Read More

Lexus ES 350 Lease Questions

• July Incentive vs December to Remember

  Written by: jmatgg on Dec 26, 2007 1:48:00 PM

  I understand that the next round of Lexus lease incentives is July. Does anyone know the difference between the July incentives and the December to Remember incentives? Will I get a better deal by waiting until July with their incentives plus near the end of the model year? Are they anticipating making significant changes to the ES 350 for 2009? When do the 2009's come out? Thnaks for info.