I'm a simple person - I see Matt buys an IS300 Sportcross, I click like.
@DocteurMolotov
Жыл бұрын
Indeed ! 2JZ is nothing but joy and love
@kamenko1
9 ай бұрын
2JZ platform... either swap or upgrade to a GTE it's pretty much bolt on work...
@leestockton9367
Жыл бұрын
It was a honour to have your company buy my car from me (SEAT Ibiza); and I was delighted to see it described as "IMMACULATE"
@russalternative858
Жыл бұрын
Great cars. Always wanted a car with a 2JZ. Owned two supras which were MK3 with 7M engines. The 2JZ in here should run forever if looked after given what they are capable of. I'd be keeping it if it were mine!
@russalternative858
Жыл бұрын
I heard horror stories about the 7M but had two and never had any issues. Both had retorqued head bolts and one ran 150k miles while I had it with no issues but maybe I was lucky. Was my daily, driving to work on outskirts of London. Wish I still had them, iconic cars. Would have loved a 1JZ but never had the option. 2JZ one day, I've promised myself!
@ianwalters11
Жыл бұрын
2JZ we’re built so strong hence the crazy power possible, as stock even driven at full power they are not under any stress as long as oil kept nice and fresh run forever. I’m old school so would want to fix the tape deck I’ve got loads bit in reality an aftermarket Bluetooth head unit and good to go.
@michaelwallwork7482
Жыл бұрын
What a classic. It's cars like this, that made toyota the top car maker in the world. Keep it Matt 👍
@richardmclaughlin5298
Жыл бұрын
Matt keep it. In northern ireland young men are going nuts over the is200. They are the new Sierra. Especially with the lsd and rear wheel drive. They are converting the is300's to manual which is easy done. This will be worth a fortune for an original one
@davidhobson7851
Жыл бұрын
@suprarcjpop545yip every one is now a riced up SHED!
@ashb8572
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful! My neighbour had the non estate version in the orange/gold colour. Memories of my teenage years staring out the window wanting one 😅
@hughjass8430
Жыл бұрын
Dont know if it makes sense for the car business, maybe for KZitem, but would love to see more of these 20+ year old rare / interesting / modern classics getting the treatment.
@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm420
Жыл бұрын
Rust like that at the rear of the sills on IS300s is common and an expensive fix. It's why so many are sorned...owners cannot afford to fix them.
@mikehorton6433
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely keep it! I wanted a Sportcross nearly 8 years ago and they were rare then. I had a '53 reg IS200 Saloon, green mica with cream interior. Utterly butterly to drive and even the 2.0 litre straight six sang devinely too. Keep it because 1. it's definitely rare and 2. not many people can be proud of being behind the wheel of a 2JZ from a Gran Turismo legend 🙌
@jonburnell532
Жыл бұрын
My friend had the 200 Sportcross, it was one of his favourite cars. I dearly wish the current IS had an estate version.
@H.K_R
Жыл бұрын
Like the Genesis G70?
@jonburnell532
Жыл бұрын
@@H.K_R yeah 👍 That is quite a looker too I think.
@MCTogs
Жыл бұрын
The IS itself is not long for this world
@jdmguy44
Жыл бұрын
@@MCTogsSadly the IS was axed from the UK. The current shape is not sold here. The annoying SUV trend prevails these days.
@adrianwalsh896
Жыл бұрын
Matt, the sweetest vehicle I have ever owned, was a Lexus 200 straight 6 auto saloon, 2001, and I still regret selling it to this day, as it was a 1 owner, in 2003....😢😢
@fossilfish786
Жыл бұрын
Had two and loved them. Sold them before prices increased. Auto box is good but does suffer from solenoid issues within the box which can be replaced individually (both mind had this issue). Lots of internet post says they would need a gearbox replacement but no need, drop the pan and replace it.
@crazyforcars
Жыл бұрын
These Lexus IS have the most beautiful dashboard that has ever been built. They look spectacular with their chronometer watch style. Keep it Matt, it will never drop in price and become more and more precious.
@reddermot
Жыл бұрын
Nice find. Definitely one of those 'when did you last see one' cars. I would be straight up to view that if it was for sale right now.
@H.K_R
Жыл бұрын
Love a SportCross. Shame that most in the UK are the IS200.
@MyRealName
Жыл бұрын
Still a nice car
@garybailey4911
Жыл бұрын
I would love this. I’m keeping an eye on your garage web site in case you list it.
@philipknight9223
Жыл бұрын
One of my holy grail cars. Love the IS300 Sportcross.
@tonyb1184
Жыл бұрын
Hi Matt. I had one of those about 15 years ago. Had it 2 years and sold it. Worst mistake I've ever made! Keep it. Love it. Cherish it. I'd have another in a heartbeat
@paulmcmillan5941
Жыл бұрын
This is definitely a car which will strike conversation in car parks. It's a rare car and that colour really makes it. Great buy! 👍
@sarah-ws2tg
Жыл бұрын
Had a 1995 GS300, the 2JZ engine is indeed fantastic, also the ‘Borbett’ wheels, dished at rear…wonderful, wonderful car…change of circumstances resulted in me giving the car to a friend who’d become ill and needed a project to help him back to health…hope to see it returned to its former glory…ps…it helped him massively🙏🙏
@Conservator.
Жыл бұрын
I couldn’t agree more on straight six’ being great engines. The B58 never fails to put a smile on my face no matter what.
@NEILB1989
Жыл бұрын
Love the interior. That service history would make me buy it straight away
@goorallpg
Жыл бұрын
Owned IS200 and IS300 SC and both had the same issues. The CD changer and the sticky front brake callipers. Apart from that it was a brilliant cars which I loved to drive.
@cyruslad5462
Жыл бұрын
Had a GS300 back in the day, just so comfortable, best way to describe that car was it just fit, everything felt organic, loved it.
@philipknight9223
Жыл бұрын
My 06 GS300 was one of the best cars I've ever owned. Still regret selling it.
@mogwaifan7094
Жыл бұрын
I bought my GS300H summer of last year. Its a 2015 model. Gorgeous car. Only 54000 miles on it when I bought it. Lexus backup is spot on too.
@pompeyjustin97
Жыл бұрын
It might be worth phoning your local lexus dealer about the roof strip, sometimes they can have these things or are able to order it in from Japan. Definitely a great buy though and perhaps keep it instead of the jag? I think I would do, especially with that silky smooth engine and the rarity factor!
@giotto4321
Жыл бұрын
There's one of these that gets parked just round the corner from me. I'm not sure of the engine though, I'll need to check the rear badge, but it's that sleek body that impresses. Reminds me of the Volvo P1800 estate for some reason which is an equally rare beast.
@Lot76CARS
Жыл бұрын
Totally agree, I ran one of these back in period, beautiful smooth six cylinder and rare even back then. Gotta love the chronograph watch dials and the gear lever design. Only the thirst let’s it down a tad. Matt, Keep it, bin the X Type!
@jdmguy44
Жыл бұрын
I would have thought an X Type will bin itself long before this is ready for the scrapper!
@stevlee01
Жыл бұрын
This one a keeper, non-modified IS300 is going up in value in USA and worldwide. Good examples in USA with manual are commanding 16-17k USD. Wobble under braking is likely sticking brake calipers. This generation of IS all have this issue and made worse since most remaining IS300 in UK are now treasured garage queens and doing low annual mileages or the other extreme 1JZ swapped or turned into 1000HP 2JZ-GTE turbo monsters.
@sideshowbob32
Жыл бұрын
I remember owning one of these many many years ago 'GK03VAJ'. Loved the folding passenger seat, and buttons to change gear, lsd. Only issues were blistered alloys, and a couple of ball joints. Real shame you can't a 6 cylinder petrol Lexus anymore.
@EATYOURVITAMIN5
11 ай бұрын
lol vaj
@sashoxxx
Жыл бұрын
100% a keeper! These are of the highest quality tier vehicles you can buy.
@systemx4
Жыл бұрын
Probably the best car you've bought, not like the crappy range rovers!
@grayfool
Жыл бұрын
Excellent cars. Not so much the 2 litre though, you have to rev the gonafs off the thing. The 3 litre is so much better.
@peterowen4456
Жыл бұрын
What a lovely example. For me this has to go to a good home - if not you then future owners must be rigorously vetted!
@jimsmith2544
Жыл бұрын
Keep it Matt, it can only appreciate in value. Stunning car!
@James-ld2jc
Жыл бұрын
You've got yourself a lovely car there Matt. Really cool and quirky motor, think I would keep it. It probably does everything you need a car to do...
@HighPeakAutos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@PJ-om2wq
Жыл бұрын
@@HighPeakAutosif you like it more than something else you have then sell the other one. Then you can have a guilt free one in one out policy.
@alanwooster09
Жыл бұрын
Hi Matt another nice car you have saved ,when you talk of taking it to your mechanic if he would allow it it would be interesting to see ,ether the work being done on your cars ,or as you say have a look underneath when it's on the ramp,by the way I watch all your vids👍
@newblackdog7827
Жыл бұрын
The IS200 was an awesome scream to drive as well. Proper go cart handling; not especially fast, but an awesome 6 cylinder engine note.
@alistairkeith
Жыл бұрын
Great choice Matt! I have two one in the UK - 53K miles and one in Spain (186Km). I’d recommend getting all the bushes done - Soars Performance near Chippenham are IS specialists and maybe able to help with the roof strip. The tape is a known problem - a good solution is to fit a GROM Audio BT3 which gives you full hands free and keeps the original factory head unit. Any bubbling on the aluminium boot? Surprised you didn’t mention the Power button! 😉
@07willows
Жыл бұрын
Lovely car Matt. I might be biased as I'm a Lexus man, but that is a very nice and rare model. I think you might regret it if you sell it on. The way you look after your cars I'd be very surprised if it didn't become a genuine 'mint' .classic in the not too distant future. Great video. Regards Derek, Halkirk. Scottish Highlands.
@whathasxgottodowithit3919.
Жыл бұрын
Very nice still looks very modern on the outside, inside although great condition is showing its age, as will all vehicles of that era. It is really nice when an enthusiast has owned a car and you get all the paper work to pass on. Yes, a great car for a Spanish road trip, leave it over there for the winter, then in the spring bring it back and advertise it.
@ConnorBroomfield
Жыл бұрын
Jealous of this one... My second car was a 53 plate blue IS200. Absolutely loved it. Only thing I didn't like was that they never put cruise control on the manual version and it was virtually impossible to retrofit. At the time, someone around the corner from me had a 54 plate auto IS200 sport in grey on the driveway. Absolute top spec and immaculate. I had been meaning to pop a note through their door saying I'd have it if they wanted rid. Shortly after it had disappeared and a new CT200h had appeared in its place, no doubt traded in the IS. I was so gutted I could have cried.
@davidlee4966
Жыл бұрын
There’s a certain understated coolness about the 300, a blatant copy of the 3 series, but still cool in part by its rarity in the uk, with the history it has should continue to be very reliable
@skodakatie7341
Жыл бұрын
It’s a very unusual car, I can fully understand why you’re thinking of keeping it❤.
@dionroos9159
Жыл бұрын
Glad to see there are still honest traders out there. I don't live in the UK, but I just traded in my car the other week, had a terrible experience after that with the guy who I sold it too.
@anonymous4201
Жыл бұрын
Pure nostalgia, amazing engine. Had 2x IS200 Sport, engine used to purr, literally..!!
@edithwhitebrownhall
Жыл бұрын
Better looking than it’s saloon sibling in my opinion! Loving the new style of videos you’re pumping out, please do keep them coming 👍
@HighPeakAutos
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Will do!
@drewjones66
Жыл бұрын
Good luck with the is300. They were also sold as toyota altezzas, the estate being the Altezza Gita. This may be of assistance, in looking for the missing roof trim. There are heaps of these, brought in as JDM imports, in New Zealand. They have all the build quality and straight 6, rear drive atributes of a 3 series bmw, but with added reliability.
@Z_arshad
Жыл бұрын
I had an is200 for over 5 years and then sold it for cheap thinking it will never gain value but I always regret selling and wish I kept it, it’s a very unique taste and expensive to run on fuel but there is no car like it
@rickran1647
Жыл бұрын
I would just keep it forever if i were you, at least as long as it is financially and mechanically sustainable. This IS300 is just such a keeper.
@DrBarrie3
Жыл бұрын
As far as the roof rail is concerned, try the Lexus Owners Club.
@derekgibson9834
Жыл бұрын
Immaculate example of IS 300 Cross Estate Well done 👏
@AndrewSowerby
Жыл бұрын
I never knew they existed and if I had one, I'd never let it go. Brilliant engine and a great looking car (I have a soft spot for estates though).
@stevewhite1444
Жыл бұрын
I see a first generation IS and I’m in. Had my IS200 from new purchased 2004 and only 67k on the clock. Full history and a car I’ll never sell. My second car now and every time I drive it I love it. Nowadays it feels so analogue but I love the straight six torque and the way it wafts along at 70ish. Keep this one Matt it’s worth it
@Mr330d
Жыл бұрын
All 144lb-ft of it’s straight 6 torque
@LDT87
Жыл бұрын
Im addicted to this channel i watch it every day. These videos are so helpful with what to do and check when buying a used car. Just need to try to not massively overspend 😂
@carlstansfield9696
Жыл бұрын
What a lovely car. Even though its 20 years old, I'd happily run something like that. Definitely keep it
@sarahcarter824
6 ай бұрын
My Mum lost a roof strip off of her 05 Citroen C3 recently. She thinks that it blew off in recent bad weather. Trying to locate one now on ebay. The car in question is new to her and she was so lucky to get it after her previous car gave up. She used to work in a bank and bought the car from a former customer who is a car mechanic who owned the car and maintained it on behalf of his family who drove it. The car does have timed service intervals which are a good thing but something she'll have to get used to and budget for but the cam belt and water pump have been done so that's good. Alas ULEZ will be coming to every city in the UK at some point but at least Manchester don't have the most hated man ever (Sadiq Khan) as mayor though hopefully not for much longer. Keep the good content coming.
@davidarter9670
Жыл бұрын
Never heard of it, but what a terrific car! Good review Matt, thankyou.
@nickdavis8467
Жыл бұрын
Hi Matt, what a beautiful and rare car, keep it is what id do with it, fantastic, all the very best from Nick the Lexus guy in Wolsingham.
@RetroClinic
Жыл бұрын
Nice buy! Keep it, can’t beat a good Lexus, and you know the Jag will conk out every 5 minutes, not something you’ll have to put up with in that IS 👍
@daystatesniper01
Жыл бұрын
Great video and great car Matt, a friend has one of these with starship miles on the clock ,i think over 400k but it still starts on the button and drives perfectly , BUT he does stick to a very rigid service schedule.
@foz775
Жыл бұрын
I have a 2014 IS250, but I really wish they'd made an estate version. Something along the lines of a shooting brake style would have been nice. Yeah they'd end up selling about 7 but it'd be nice!
@HighPeakAutos
Жыл бұрын
I agree. Thats always been the trouble with Lexus for me; their model range isnt big enough. They're should be estates, coupes and convertible versions of their saloons
@foz775
Жыл бұрын
@HighPeakAutos totally correct. Especially now it's almost entirely SUV's. What sells I suppose 🙄
@MrDuncl
Жыл бұрын
It was interesting to read that the new VW Passat will only be available as an estate in the U.K. I was wondering what percentage of BMW 3 series are sold as estates. By Autotrader figures 22%. Significantly more than the Convertible and Coupe put together.
@petelineview9720
Жыл бұрын
Hey Matt: Lexus don't have sun roofs, they have 'moon roofs'. The air con is for warm sunny days, the moon roof for romantic summer evenings :) - lovely car
@TK-Touring
Жыл бұрын
I would be keeping this one too Matt! 😅 I know you haven't shared the outcome of this one yet, but whenever I see a video go live I always kick myself for not checking your website beforehand as more often than not the vehicle is already sold! 🤣😅
@dmc6617
Жыл бұрын
Keep it and put twin turbos on it. Would be the ultimate sleeper👍🏻
@saintfrancis412
Жыл бұрын
I had a jet black 2004, is200 sportcross. Lower mileage and better condition than this one, close to immaculate and unmolested. Immaculate black half leather/half velour interior. Ok it had the 2.0 instead of the 3.0 but still 6 cylinders and was a lovely engine and ran beautifully. Manual 6 speed gearbox on mine. Three years ago I traded it in for a ct200h which was a sensible decision in some ways, but I have always regretted it. What I need is a large indoor storage area that I can keep old, appreciating beauties and never sell them. Maybe one day.
@shiftybl0ke
Жыл бұрын
Philip J Bird did me a clutch cable once. Went to go out at lunch (worked in Billers) and it snapped in the car park. Pushed it there and voila. Decent chaps
@datsun9292
Жыл бұрын
Love this. I had the is300 sedan it was hands down one of the best cars ive owned. Having owned the is200 aswell, they are solid cars. Rear pockets rust like crazy, but other than that.. Amazing! Good luck with the sale
@rogerb68
Жыл бұрын
Great car Matt, maybe the Lexus owners club could help with the roof strip, just a thought 🤔 good luck 👍🏻
@martinmoyles5854
Жыл бұрын
You forgot to mention on the steering wheel there is a paddle like shift up and down which can be controlled by your thumbs when driving great feature. I had one of these six years ago in British racing green flying around the Stockport area and you’re right … I wish I never sold It you could say it’s certainly was a wolf in sheep‘s clothing and very pretty .Regards Martin
@tomrussell7225
Жыл бұрын
Always wanted one of these... it would be fine for keeping as an appreciating asset, but even better to be used as a daily driver and treated the way it has been so far in it's life.
@JIMMYHIBBS1
Жыл бұрын
I’ve just picked up a 2009 BMW 320i auto convertible- dark blue over cream leather - 19 inch alloys … and 21k miles 😮😮 - must admit the low miles is as much as a concern as it is a savour - and a 320i is a let less powerful than I’d normally buy - but living in London - seemed like something I couldn’t walk past - trading in a newer, but higher miles, A3 convertible for it
@ProductofNZ
Жыл бұрын
My Dad owns the Toyota Version. Toyota Altezza Gita AS300. The 2J is bulletproof. He's done 400,000kms on it. Only thing he's had to replace outside of normal maintainence is a rusty radiator.
@sesh3508
Жыл бұрын
I feel that this car could have easily sold for near twice the price you paid for it. Amazing find!
@markotango54
Жыл бұрын
Superb car, my brother in law had one, so quiet smooth and rapid, Flog the Jaguar and keep this, hopefully you'll do a part 2 update video!
@emmalouisexx9092
Жыл бұрын
Stunning car Matt, love it when you pick up these rare gems! Really enjoy these videos😊 also to answer your question, I’d definitely keep it!!
@patrickfinn6590
Жыл бұрын
Another great video!! I am SO jealous - to find a car in such great condition that’s been so well cared for. A well cared for Lexus is something you should keep hold of. Well done Matt!! Estate number 2 it is then!!
@tinniswood2577
Жыл бұрын
Looks a real well cared for car, love a good history file, proper sit down and read through very satisfying.
@marcars9417
Жыл бұрын
Saw a review of this model on a different channel, and they highly rated it. I did start looking for one as I need a dog car, but I couldn't find one with decent mileage for a decent price. Looks amazing 👏
@andrewtuff6257
Жыл бұрын
Another fab video about a really interesting older car. I enjoy watching Matt trying to convince himself he actually needs another car for himself, most that watch this channel would do exactly the same! 😂
@HighPeakAutos
Жыл бұрын
Hahaha cheers
@originalchill
Жыл бұрын
Superb car 😍 love the ‘chronograph’ dials and the whole look 👍🏻
@nickjones8542
Жыл бұрын
We had one many years to go and it was sadly written off in an accident, however, I genuinely think that if that hadn’t been the case we would still have it now. The engine is utterly brilliant, ultra smooth and quiet, the interior is great quality. As a package they are faultless. Just a slight heads up the mats in the front have a slight tendency to move/slide and can get caught on the accelerator causing it to jam on which can give you a bit of a wake up if it happens… easy to secure then down though. They are absolutely brilliant cars though and really miss ours. Have had loads of cars since and it’s one that really sticks in the memory. A definite keeper if I were you…
@stephenlane9168
Жыл бұрын
Great video Matt. You never disappoint. Love this car. Back home in New Zealand they’re like hens teeth and highly valued and sought after. Fantastic 2JZ engine. Silky smooth gearbox too.
@jbconno
Жыл бұрын
Always been a big fan of estate cars, you can keep your SUVs. This ones a beauty.
@parvinkukar1259
Жыл бұрын
On my 40th birthday I treated my self to is200 of that generation and loved it and kept it for around 8years. Possibly the best car I ever owned. Back then everyone just went for Bmw 3 series or Mercedes c class, the lexus is200 was a great alternative and offered more for less money but just was not a sporty drive compared to Bmw but definitely more than the Merc but had less prestige than the Merc. Sort of a good comprise
@andrewmacdonald1103
Жыл бұрын
As always, an entertaining video. I'd keep that car. Seems like a rare, interesting vehicle. Also, you seem happy with it. It must be a keeper as it has been well looked after and it's uncommon. Great find.
@steveegginton535
Жыл бұрын
I can recall seeing a few of these back in the day! You seem to have found a lovely example that has been lavished with TLC and sill looks pretty sound after nearly 20 years. Could well become a sought after modern classic with time although hard to call with the classic market,
@henrykravitz468
Жыл бұрын
The car looks amazing, you should keep the car, it is a car I would love to own, but I would prefer a manual. Great content and video
@pf2264
Жыл бұрын
Great car Matt, i have to admit , i dont actually ever recall seeing one on the road, rare indeed. Gotta surely be a keeper for a while at least, after all once its gone its gone !!
@nathanstevful
Жыл бұрын
Car chase heroes, They have some stunning cars, we drove with them in Oxford. They live just down the road from me.
@alanwayte432
Жыл бұрын
I had one as company car 18 yrs ago absolutely fabulous
@Rossbott1964
Жыл бұрын
An amazing car for its age ! You have fallen in love with it ! At that money keep it for yourself whether or not in the uk or Spain 👍💪
@anthonynorris7736
Жыл бұрын
I had a white is300 ex police car which didn’t have leather seats, and a dark green is300. One “modification” I recommend is a better rear anti roll bar “whiteline” make a good one.
@stuartpeacock8257
Жыл бұрын
Great find,good taste I’m envious as I looked at one some 15 years ago in Plymouth where I live. It wasn’t in great condition so left it
@Billythebubble
Жыл бұрын
“I haven’t shown you the engine, have I”. Beautiful example a credit to the previous owner
@duckbeneathpigeons
Жыл бұрын
I had an IS200 saloon new in 2001. Turgid. There’s no end of BMW, Merc, Audi, Volvo estates I’d rather have for that money. But each to their own!
@asdreww
Жыл бұрын
Nice, really like that. I have a 2004 Subaru Forester STI which i've kept hold of for many years now for similar reasons.
@pclayton5063
Жыл бұрын
Those seem to sell for between £8k-10k in the US if you can find one. More with low mileage. Wouldn't mind one of these myself since I like unusual wagons.
@zippy963
Жыл бұрын
The Lexus Sport cross with its extra Toblerone carrying capacity over the saloon is the choice car for long drives. Norwich to Dundee is easy even if you choose to do it in your bare feet.
@jonathonbrett-qn1ic
Жыл бұрын
Great car love the original condition So nice to see any aging car be looked after You don’t need to have a keen eye to see TLC Brilliant episode look forward to the next Thank you
@gordonremsey8055
Жыл бұрын
Some other guy commented the same thing but I'd keep. Up in Northern Ireland and here in the south of Ireland these cars are extremely looked for
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