2013 and earlier Lexus IS 250 / IS 350 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

coolbreezie

2010 IS250 smokey granite / black interior.
Navigation, HID Lights, 18" Alloys, Prem Package

MSRP: 38975
PRICE: $35900 (before tax/tag/etc)

I'm going to try to knock it down maybe $500 and take it for around $38000 out the door--- what do you guys think?

sunrom1

Is this for AWD? Which city/dealer? I got a quote of $35 for 2009 IS 250 AWD (with navigation package) in Minnesota. Not sure I want to go with this.

sunrom1

I mean $35k

kimmie102

Does anyone know the average price people are paying for a used 2008 IS250? The dealerships are listing them for between 28-33k and didnt know the starting price to negotiate from. I found one at a local dealership with 21k miles with nav listed for 29k. Where should i start negotiating from? Is 26k a reasonable start?

jacqueline6

Hi daveis,

I am also interest in buying IS250 LEXUS from states, there is one dealer ship i found in Philadelphia, their IS250 with millage 1500. They replied me an email saying car wo'tn be able to sell to Canadian, it has to be US resident with valid ID, and address on car insurance has to match to id . Can you tell me which dealership you buy from ?

kaelynd

Hello

I am wondering if this is a good deal?

http://www.johnsonlexusraleigh.com/VehicleDetails/538252873

2008 IS 250
$32,981
Miles:23,967
Nav System, Blue Tooth, Backup Camera
Prem Package with wood trim
6 disc prem sound system
Real Spoiler

What I am looking for is a 2008, 09, 10 IS 250 with Nav System and Spoiler. I would like ext color to be white, but I would consider Black too. If the price is right I would buy the car, but I am also willing to lease with at least 15k miles/year.

Im a young female professional, so I feel like I am taken advantage of when I look at cars because I am not a strong negotiator as a male might be...nor know enough about cars...but I would like a good deal and looking to buy in the very immediate future.

I am looking in the NC and FL area.

jacqueline6

Hi mgala,

I am also interest in buying IS250 LEXUS from states, there is one dealer ship i found in Philadelphia, their IS250 with millage 1500. They replied me an email saying car wo'tn be able to sell to Canadian, it has to be US resident with valid ID, and address on car insurance has to match to id . Can you tell me which dealership you buy from ?

serveace6

Anyone get an IS250 2010 or 2009 recently? Also, for those who own one, is premium recommended or required in the manual?

ccchris

I wouldn't pay 32,981$ for that car. I bought an 08 IS250 AWD about 3 weeks ago with those exact same specifications in Dark Grey except it had 16000 miles.

I paid 30,900 Out the Door or around 29,900 excluding taxes. It was originally listed for 32,970. So I basically knocked 3000 of the list price. You should be shooting for 31k out the door or lower.

hidden

I'm looking for a IS350 in So Cal.
What should be the deal I'm looking for?

I suggest to a dealer about $300 above invoice (for a car with MSRP of $42790)
He called me crazy. Am I really crazy?

I thought it's reasonable for this kind of market...

dusik

Hey guys,
I just came back from the dealership in South Jersey and got a quote:

2010 IS 250 AWD with premium plus package MSRP:$37,495..
I got it down to $34,900. MF they gave me was .00225.. is that good? He said they cant do anything about money factor.. this is for 36 month lease with 10k miles.. Can I do better then that?? RV was 23.404 which is 63%..

He said if I put $4k security deposit it would be .00162

just want your opinion if you think its a good deal or I should do better then that

singever

Hi all,

I just got a 2010 IS 250 with automatic, ventilated seats, xenons, navigation, 18 inch wheels. MSRP was $38,900 and I paid $34,400. I leased it for 36 months and 15k/year. Money factor was 60% and money factor was 0.0022 (approx). No cap reduction with minimum drive off (license, doc fee, 1st month payment ) of approx. $1700 (California). My monthly payment before tax is $430.

llhh0223

SOS!
I was able to locate a base 09 IS250 in Chicago area.
What price I should expect for an 09 model at this time!

Please help asap!!

thanks in advance!

rayjr75

Hi singever. Where are u located and how were u able to get the price down to 34400? Straight to internet department or? Looking at similar options here in texas.
Thanks,
Ray

ghettocowboy

Hi, I am also from SoCal, can you please provide the dealer's name and the salesman and can I use you as a refer?? Please let me know. TIA. And if I can use you as a refer, can you email me your name to michaelluu@hotmail.com.
TIA
Michael

singever

Located in northern California. Went straight to internet department. I don't think they made much money, if at all, on the deal. But the deal is available out there.

is350boy

Since 2010 IS350 is by order only (I've been told by two dealers in Connecticut), it's hard to get good price. I would say a good deal is $500-$1000 above invoice. I ordered a 2010 IS350 three weeks ago in Connecticut at $500 above invoice after few tough negotiations.

serveace6

Did you tell the internet dept what you were looking for and they came back with a price? Was there a lot of back and forth about the price? Sorry, never dealt with the internet dept process before.

flashzoom

the internet dept is like any sales people you deal with, just you don't see them in person. but of course you want to keep it simple, and to the point.
basically you tell them what you are looking for, make sure they have exactly what you are looking for. no more and no less. then tell them how much you want it for. that's it. either they can do it or not. that's it, simple.
I never waste my time with their sales talk, that's just stupid. Know exactly what you want, and what price you are willing to pay. that's it.

ghettocowboy

Bought it OTD for $33,400 (TTL included which is approx 10.75% for SoCal). Any1 know where is a good place for HID aftermarket upgrade

serveace6

hey ghettocowboy, which dealer did you go to in socal?

SkyTribe

Looking for a 2010 IS250 AWD Truffle Mica - No Nav

Lexus of Bellvue seem unwilling to give a price for vehicle without going into the dealership.

Anyone know of dealers who may have this ?

ghettocowboy

Longo Lexus. I went on Black Friday. Not because they have good promotion or anything, just that they haven't met their goal for the month and thus I was able to get it for such a good price

serveace6

Nice, what was the price before TTL? I'm assuming I would be the same since I'm in San Diego, did you look at the new port lexuS?

ghettocowboy

that is the price OTD (out the door), so almost $1700 under the invoice price

jamesbong

2008 is 250
Options Included: Loaded with NAVIGATION, BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, 18" Alloy Wheels, High Intensity Headlamps with Adaptive Front Lighting System (really neat feature that allows the headlights to swivel on turns for better visiblity), Premium Package, HEATED and VENTILATED Front Seats, Wood Trim Interior, Perforated Leather Seat Upgrade, Moonroof, Lexus Premium Audio w/ 6-Disc Changer, 13-Speakers, and Miniplug Auxiliary Input for MP3 Players, and MORE!!

Frost mica color - price is 29,988 im thinking of asking 2500 less and put 5000 down
would that be a good deal?

pls help im thinking of buying this car this week end

ghettocowboy

You listed all the features but you forgot the 2 most important things: Mileage and the condition of the car. Is the price OTD? You can get the 2010 brand new for $36500 OTD if you are willing to haggle.

jamesbong

its this one

http://www.autotrader.com/dealers/dda/detail.jsp?ct=c&car_id=269564630&dealer_id- =594010&car_year=2008&dealership_view_name=longolexus&model=IS250&make2=&start_y- ear=1981&engine=&keywordsrep=&keywordsfyc=&result_car_id=269185327&fuel=&search_- type=certified&search_type=both&suppressStyle=null&make=LEXUS&color=&keywords_di- splay=&min_price=&drive=&default_sort=&max_mileage=&sort_type=priceDESC&advanced- =&end_year=2010&transmission=&doors=&max_price=&cardist=7823

mmenard

Looking to lease the IS 250 with Navigation package MSRP $38300. Got a quote for $33941, res. value 62% and money factor .0020. With $2000 down he came up with $423/month tax included. With these numbers and additional fees of approximately $450 I come up with $387/month???? What am I missing here????

mmenard

He's charging me a $700 bank doc fee. That seems really high? Don't even have such a fee on my Volvo C30 lease? What gives?

georgiagirl13

Hi All,

Considering the 2010 IS 250, Premium package, Nav. I live in the Atlanta area. Has anyone recently dealt with any of the dealers in this area? What type of deal were you able to negotiate? Trying to determine where to start my search and negotiations. Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks!

fishlegs69

I used this forum every time I have to lease a new Lexus and it ALWAYS helps me get a good deal. However, I got a deal that seems to be better than what I've read so far and want to share.

I sent my request through Lexus website to Lexus of Cerritos in SoCal to lease a Black Lexus IS250 with Navigation system with Black leather interior. It has perforated leather seats and moonroof. No rear spoiler. 3 yr lease. 12k miles a year. My drive off was $980 which included the first month lease payment...and my monthly payment tax included is $436/month! Feel free to contact them the same way I did and you can also mention Edmunds forum and that you heard this from "Harvey". Its the internet people that give you the best deals in my opinion anyway.

This is the best payment I could get with excellent credit. The lower the credit score, the more you have to pay as expected. Keep in mind that this is probably a deal while "December to Remember" is on. So, in January who knows how things can change, so thats why I did it now. Good luck!

littlephilly

anyone have experience with dealers on long island? I am looking for a base 2010 is250 rwd manual and I am shooting for $500-800 below invoice. do i stand a chance?
thanks.

fishlegs69

You are not missing anything. I got a IS 250 with Navigation lease deal with Lexus of Cerritos in Southern California for $980 down and $436/month tax included. Its 3 yr. 12k/yr. This deal made me say "wow..what am I missing"..but I have the car and the lease to prove it.

imyopusha

OK, I think I am one of the first people in the country who purchased this car (The dealer said there were only 32 in the country at this time with my color... interesting) so I'll let you know my experience. First off, let me say the buying experience was excellent at Johnson Lexus in Raleigh, NC. I dealt with a quote I received via email and we ended up going with that. Here's what transpired:

2010 Lexus IS 350 Pearl Ext. / Ecru (Tan) Int.
Navigation/Bluetooth/rear camera
HID Lights with adaptive front lighting system
18" Alloys with Summer Tires
Premium package with heated/vent seats and walnut wood trim
Rear lip Spoiler
Trunk Mat
Cargo Net

MSRP: 43,106
Negotiated Price: 40,100
Military Discount: -$750
Tire Insurance: $480
Tax (SC) $300
OTD: 40,130 (plus 3.9 % financing- didn't QUITE qualify for the "December to remember" 0.9%)

This Car Is Amazing

Pix:
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3815405

is1000

Hi Singever:

Did you lease the Is250 or did you purchase it? I got confused when you said that you paid $34,400 for it, then you said you leased it for 36 months. Can you please clarify? Also did you IS comes with the spoiler, cargo net, carpets and wheel locks?

is1000

Hi Ghettocowboy:

Did you buy a 2010 or did you buy a 2009?

Thanks

ghettocowboy

I got a 2010 with premium package value edition, prefer accessory with Z1, and rear spoiler

lifted619

After a long grueling six months of waiting to get this car, it has finally happened.Here are the details:

2010 is250 (Starfire Pearl)
w/ Navigation

List: $38900
Sale Price: $34500

60% Residual
.00210 Money Factor
Out of pocket: Only $1700.00 (First Month, Doc Fees, etc)

Monthly payment is $430.00 plus tax

I am located in Southern California

If you are looking to buy this car, I would suggest to try and buy it before Christmas because all the dealers are hurting big time.

Hope this helps:)

serveace6

I've received email quotes that are all ~31k + TTL. Do you think I can get it for ~30k OTD so basically ~28 + TTL paying in cash?

greeneyespsu

Absolutely no chance in hell. You won't even get a new 2009 for that price (if you can find one). The invoice on a base auto RWD 2010 IS250 is $29,713 (that doesn't even include the $875 destination fee which makes it $30,588!). You think a dealer is going to do $2,500 under invoice on a brand new 2010 (mind you, it's still 2009!), you have to be kidding me. Cash or no cash, no dealer will give you that price, you could pay in gold bricks and still won't get that price.

iceteru

Seems that "greeneyespsu" is a car sales-man........

kimmie102

Finally got my new 2010 IS 250! Here's what I paid for it:

negotiated price:$30,000
OTD:$32,974

serveace6

hi kimmie102,

What are the specs on your is250? Was there any incentives? Also what area are you in >

greeneyespsu

Uh no, I am someone who regularly contributes to this forum and got my IS earlier this year (and I got mine for the cheapest or next to cheapest anyone on this forum got all year) so I know what dealers are offering and what deals are to be had. Just because someone posts ridiculous offers/numbers and I put them into perspective (i.e. reality) doesn't mean I'm a car salesman.

Feel free to look at my previous posts to see the deal that I got, it's still better than any deal anyone here is getting. I think there was only one person who got a better deal by $448 on the selling price of the car, but I believe his payments were higher than mine anyway b/c his MF was higher.

serveace6

I'm talking to a few internet departments here and was wondering what I can throw out as a reasonable starting offer. This will be for a base optioned 2010 IS250. Considering how some people have gotten it for 30K + TTL, what's a good one to start with? Do I have a better chance of getting it even lower on the 2009s? Thanks.

HokNYC

I'm about to pull the trigger on this:

2010 250 AWD w premium package
MSRP 38200
Price 34946
MF 0.0020
RV 63%
10k/Yr
36 months
Cap Cost 1000
Drive off $2000

$411/month (nj tax included)

chris_e1

I have called eight dealerships no 09's and maybe one or two 10's max if any to choose from. Most say the dont have any on order either. The Infiniti dealer ships has at least 50 G37's on the lot. Is the is350 just not that popular or is it too popular? Since this is the buying leasing section here is what I was quoted:

2010 Sticker $42,315
Sale Price $39,600

imyopusha

Yeah, I don't know if you saw my post, but the dealer said there are only 32 2010 Starfire Pearl IS 350's in the country. My best guess is predicted demand is greater than expected. The dealership I went to, Johnson Lexus in Raleigh, NC, had two others (red and black). Other than that, there were very few. Ordering one is at about 3 months at this time. So, you may have to do some traveling. Well worth it though!

-JB

testmax

Purchased at Woodfield Lexus, Schaumburg IL - 31 Dec 09

IS250 AWD
MSRP Invoice
$35,475 $31,926
NV Navigation System $2,465 $2,085
LD Luxury Plus Value Edition Package $1,740 $1,546
Preferred Accessory $210 $124
Destination Charge $875 $875
Total with Options $40,765 $36,556

Price paid $37,900 + Tax + TTL,DOC and DMV (fixed prices)
What is your take on $37,900. ( Obama is also allowing us to write off sales tax off your income for 2009). So I should say, it cost me around $37,100- $37,200