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http://www.thenewsletterplace.com/015lexus/issue10/article1.htm
I don't remember seeing that bit about "anti-roll" before. I can't wait till December!
Hmmm..... "Please make sure you tray tables are in the full upright and locked position..." Sounds all too familiar.....
I'll check it out - maybe I can live with it, but I think it's ridiculous for a new design to have this compromise at this price point.
What does it matter that women like to drive Lexus LX ??
I like women! some of my best wives have been women!
I have one for 42 years.
She always tells me buy whatever I want. I will probably buy the LX570 , if I can get rid off
the 3rd road seats.
If I can't remove it I will wait for the new Land Cruiser and see what kind of set up they have.
If it is the same as the LX570 , I will keep my LX470 bit longer.
Nice to hear from you.
Lou
I have been reading other forums specially the German autos , BMW , Audis and MB's I thought they were the perfect automobile but are anything but that.
For a while I was planning to get a Bimmer but they have lots of issues , I will stay put with Lexus till these redesign models like the GS and LX and RX hit the showrooms.
I was going to get my wife the new LS460 but I keep hearing about the " WIND NOISE " next to the drivers side window . Do you know anything about this ?
Lou
I would rather drive an S-class - I like them better, but can't handle the constant glitches, gremlins & goof ups.
As to the looks - I was hoping for more. The Avalon is drop dead gorgeous to me, and the whole Toyota car line is now beautiful and daring to me. Nobody is taking a chance with this LX though - it's an improvement, but about as improved as the 2004 Jaguar XJ was - you can barely tell it's new.... Still interested in one though.
To answer your question - you probably can remove them, but the mounts remain. You can remove most any part on your car if you really want to...
Offering a 3rd row on the LX and new LC which is not flat folding AND NOT REMOVABLE without tools something that I am almost certain that they will change in about two model years.
I did find this article that might be of interest.
And I've said that too - and used as evidence the T-100, which was "all the truck you stupid fat lazy Americans need anyway", followed by the Tundra, the "it's just like an F-150, only better - really!" It's the biggest Achilles heel they seem to have - very reluctant to admit the customer may be right. Only unsurpassed quality has made them what they are today - it hasn't been design.
I guess for now, I'll keep buying Ford SUVs. They're a much better design, though a little less solid.
The LC has new exterior colors , maybe the LX will follow with less boring colors.
Lou
LF-Xh (Global unveiling)
A specialty SUV based on the Lexus design philosophy of L-finesse and equipped with an advanced hybrid system
- The combination of a powerful body and elegant interior gives this next-generation SUV a dynamic look and feel.
- Application of "Lexus Hybrid Drive", which features a sophisticated fusion of superior environmental and power performance, seeks to achieve outstanding driving performance, quiet operation, high fuel efficiency and low emissions.
- All-wheel drive is backed by a V6 gasoline engine and high-output electric motor hybrid system.
Total length: 4,800mm
Total width: 1,895mm
Total height: 1,650mm
Wheelbase: 2,850mm
BUT I may get a LS460 to replace my 2004 LS430 comfort sedan.
LEXUS should amke removable seats an option.
The mechanism that operates those seats is huge and sure doesn't look removeable. If that is important to you I hope your deposit is refundable. Good luck.
Non-removable thrid row seats is a deal breaker for me. I'm keeping my 2007 GMC Yukon XL Denali which has removable thrid row seats and is a winner.
Not too sure how far along on that project they've come.
The price Lexus is going to throw at us will be around $80k or $85k plus TTL , I might excuse myself at take a hard look at the new Sequoia.
Off-roading has never been my forte.
Having said all this I will test drive the LX570, I need to know.
I am really hoping than the Sequoia meets with my approval , it will save me a few G's . I always like the roll down rear window.
I went to the Lexus side and the sales people told me, I should put my name down on the list for the LX570. That they have sold already four LX570, sight unseen. I had a warm feeling of BS in my posterior.
Years ago the Lexus dealership had good reputation and rapport with the customers , that have changed.
With some options and after TTL , the new LX will be pushing 85k or 90k . Not for me.
My sweet wife of 42 years of marriage says, don't buy anything till you test drive the new LX570.
While I am waiting for Santa Claus to land in our roof , she says if you don't come to bed he will skip our home.
To everyone goodnight .
Merry Christmas
how does it look in person better than in pics?
http://www.lexus.com/driverempowered/?s_ocid=LXlaunch:0108:Main:driverempowered
However, it looks good, the bit of added trim improves the look over the Landcruiser, imho. The interior is spectacular, but the cashmere is a bit light color imho, it could mark or stain easily. I go for a test drive today.
I was able to sit in one with Cashmere interior and the Mercury Metallic exterior , for about 15 minutes. The cabin has a beautiful design , smooth curves, great color coordinations a much better quality material than my 2006 LX470.
The front seating is very comfortable , but at the same time the driver's front seat extension is not equal to the comfort of the LS models instead it rolls up and down
just like the least expensive ES sedan. That is a big disappointment to me , my wife drives a very comfortable LS430 with real seat extensions.
My favorite color is the Noble Spinel Mica with the Gray interior.
Well did you get that test drive it's been a long time now.
Sequoia is the better value but you don't get the same kind of refinement comfort ride handling that you get in a lexus.
Did you not consider any other vehicle when choosing the lx570.
I read about a previous lx470 owner as well who bought the new x5 rather than waiting for the lx570.
Well of course in a bmw you wouldn't get the reliability that you get from lexus.
I test drove the Sequoia and of course is miles away from the comfort of the LX570, not to mention the many others amenities.
Still the Sequoia is a very good SUV , specially with the 5.7 engine.
Personally I didn't like the front seat, mind you I drive a 2006 LX470 with very comfortable front seats.
Putting aside this small detail and having my wife with me we found the Sequoia a very good SUV that will steal many sales away from the new Land Cruiser. My wife love it, is huge inside 2nd and 3rd rows fold flat. Tons of rooms for knicksknacks, large cup holders , the V8 5.7 liters is the way to go. In the Platinum trim is standard.
There are a few things that I don't care for it ; the driver's side emergency foot brake,
the gas door does not have a interior lock, the tunnel gauges.
I am looking forward to test drive the new LX570, every time the Lexus dealer gets one or two they sell it right of way.
Let me know how you like test driving the Platinum.
with nice instruments and better quality materials.
I did not find any difference between the rides of the LX and the Sequoia, I would even say that the Sequoia has the better ride (independent suspension that the LX does not have)
The waiting time for the LX is 3 months and MSRP. Although the MSRP difference is 20 K the actual difference is 25 k . I have decided to go for the Platinum since it has the same engine and transmission, a lot more space but lower quality fit and finish! I plan to buy a second fuel efficient vehicle with the 25k difference
My salesman drove it through a football field to show me how comfortable it rides.
That was one thing I wanted to make sure before I bought it.