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    Will be selling

    Sorry but if you have the Luxury/+ model you got the wrong one with the 22 “ wheels it just doesn’t ride well. It just rides too stiff! I test drove all 3 models. I have an OT+ and I love it. Remember it’s a body on frame so it’s gonna ride a little stiff. But on the freeway it’s very smooth...
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    Are these taxes and fees fair?

    Here’s the scoop. I bought a GX from NY and had it shipped to CA. The dealership collected taxes and registration and paid them directly to CA. Over $8000 total. They were required to do so. I had to hire a shipping company to transport my car. Cost me another $1500. The dealership...
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    Hardwire for Radar Detector

    Hmm , do you really need a radar. My car alerts me when there is active radar by saying “speed check ahead”
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    Side body moldings

    The OEM ones color coded look fantastic!
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    Side body moldings

    Advice: it would be better if you don’t ceramic coat or PPF the car before you put the molding on. The PPF will at some point peel off and the double stick tape will not adhere very well to the ceramic coating. The molding is considered permanent. I had already put ceramic coating on my car...
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    Side body moldings

    So here is the OEM I ordered from Lexus. There are very specific instructions on where to install them. I think the color coded ones look best. I’m very happy with mine!
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    Which GX provides smoother ride on roads?

    Ok ,I’ve driven all 3. Remember this is a body on frame. The best riding one is the Overtrail /+. I owned a 1996 Landcruiser and an LX 470. Its ride is between the 2 . I have an Overtrail + and love it. The next best ride is the Premium/+. The worse ride is absolutely the Luxury/+ with its...
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    Best dealer to get a 25 model

    You can absolutely buy one from out of state. I bought one from New York and had it shipped to California. More paperwork Federal Ex back and forth but they absolutely know how to do it. Taxes and registration paid directly to California. Cost me $1500 to transport it to CA in enclosed...
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    Considering GX550 as first Lexus purchase (Test Drive Impressions)

    OT +. Bottom line : It’s a body /frame. OT (+) drives best overall. Premium 2nd. Luxury worse with the 22” rims. My OT very smooth on highway but a little bumpy on not well maintained city streets. I’ve owned many cars (Mercedes, BMW, Lexus sedans , Toyotas, Porsche). Will not drive like a...
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    Factory 3M PPF is not what it seems.

    If you want it done right you have to use a professional company that specializes in high end cars. You only get the basic cheap version at dealers. (Money grab). I got my entire front including full hood, both front quarters, full front face and mirrors done with ceramic pro Kavaca (best on...
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    🛠️ Member Build PPF Pricing

    I see everyone is really obsessed with how their car looks so I hate it whenever some car door next to you is carelessly opened and that dreaded door paint ding occurs on you car. So I got the Lexus OEM door protector and put it on. I normally don’t like the way door moldings look but...
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