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2009 Lexus RX 350

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#30 of 89 Lexus advertising, lying, misleading, or typo? by wwest

Jan 31, 2008 (2:42 pm)

The online technical specifications and the sales brochures, dealer supplied and online e-brochure, for the RX350 continue to state that the AWD system is based on the VC, Viscous Clutch, across the center diff'l. The Lexus shop/repair manuals at techinfo.toyota.com indicate the VC is NOT used in the later models, the RX330 & RX350.
 
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Response (Richard Hollingsworth) - 10/27/2004 09:41 AM
Dear Mr. West,
 
Thank you for contacting Lexus Customer Satisfaction regarding the 2005 RX 330. We appreciate your interest in this vehicle.
 
Per our technical department, the 2005 RX 330 does not have a viscous coupling LSD. The vehicle has adopted a full-time all-wheel drive system. We are sorry for the misinformation.
 
If you would like to discuss your concerns further, you can also reach the Lexus Customer Satisfaction Department at 1-800-255-3987, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Pacific Time.
 
Sincerely,
Richard Hollingsworth
Lexus Customer Satisfaction
 
Customer (Willard West) - 10/26/2004 04:59 PM
The current 2005 RX330 e-brochure indicates that the 2005 AWD RX330 has the viscous coupling again.
 
Is this actually true or is this a typo?
 
Willard West

#31 of 89 Re: Luxury feel of RX 350 compared with other models in Lexus line up [maxi by quattroporte12

Feb 02, 2008 (10:05 pm)

Replying to: maximafan (Jan 30, 2008 11:01 pm)
Thanks maximafan! I live in the DC area, but im planning on renting a car in Las Vegas for a 2 week grand caynon trip, which is why id rather have a comfortable, reliably japenese car (with auto AC}) such as a murano or cx-7 rather than some ford escape. Ive heard that enterprise can be hard-headed when it comes to reserving specific model cars, compared with companies like hertz (however they also dont have the murano listed in their fleet). I wouldnt be happy if i got all the way out there and had to drive something other than i had planned on for 2 weeks. My trip isnt until august so would you suggest i wait until right before to make the reservation, and then try to reserve the specific model of car?

#32 of 89 2009 RX350 by praz

Feb 05, 2008 (11:27 am)

Lexus website has listed 2009 Lexus meaning one can buy now or in few days 2009 RX 350 (old design, non hybrid).

#33 of 89 Re: 2009 RX350 [praz] by rcf8000

Feb 05, 2008 (1:04 pm)

Replying to: praz (Feb 05, 2008 11:27 am)
Can anyone tell me whether "classic silver" is different from the previous "millennium silver"? Also, what RX350 option packages are standard on the Pebble Beach edition?

#34 of 89 Re: Luxury feel of RX 350 compared with other models in Lexus line up [maxi [quattroporte12] by maximafan

Feb 10, 2008 (12:15 am)

Replying to: quattroporte12 (Feb 02, 2008 10:05 pm)
Quattroporte, I would definitely go ahead and make your reservation as soon as possible, and then as you get closer to the
actual date, call and have a talk with them about possibly requesting a specific type of car. I know where I live, sometimes
it's just impossible to speak to someone live on the phone at the
local location. So here lately, I've been making the reservations on the internet and then when I do get there the day of my pick-up, then I start to ask questions as to whether they might be able to get a certain car for me.
 
Then again, each location may be totally different from each other
as far as availability of these vehicles and just simply the way
management will accommodate you. But I would go ahead and make the reservation now and then maybe give them a call as you
get closer to your pick-up date.

#35 of 89 Re: 2009 RX350 [rcf8000] by carlovernj

Feb 10, 2008 (9:28 am)

Replying to: rcf8000 (Feb 05, 2008 1:04 pm)
Hi Praz,
 
I had called Lexus regarding the new "Classic Silver" color.
 
They said it is slightly darker than the Millennium Silver. Classic Silver is still metallic however, so it will have a nice sparkle as did the Millennium.
 
I guess we'll have to see it in person to see how nice it is.

#36 of 89 Re: 2009 RX350 [carlovernj] by praz

Feb 10, 2008 (7:13 pm)

Replying to: carlovernj (Feb 10, 2008 9:28 am)
Carlovernj,
I guess so, it will look much better than the one they have now. Also, 2008 lexus has $2,000 incentive and since there is not much difference between 08 and 09, better to go for 2008 and shoot for minimum $2,000 less than invoice.

#37 of 89 Re: 2009 RX350 [praz] by carlovernj

Feb 11, 2008 (9:01 am)

Replying to: praz (Feb 10, 2008 7:13 pm)
Hi Praz,
 
I heard of $3,000 cash back last month, I wonder if that carried over.
 
Someone in these forums from California got $2800 off invoice price.

#38 of 89 Re: 2009 RX350 [carlovernj] by praz

Feb 11, 2008 (10:28 am)

Replying to: carlovernj (Feb 11, 2008 9:01 am)
As per this forum, CA customers buy less than invoice. So, if there is an incentive for $2000 than CA customers might get more discounts but will customers in other states get the same discounts? There are lot variables to it but no harm in trying to shoot for lesser price.

#39 of 89 Power tail gate by bodble2

Feb 11, 2008 (1:51 pm)

Does the power tailgate on the 2008 RX350 lock automatically when it closes?

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