Sunny Florida CT200h

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m3ntal88

Discussion Starter · May 26, 2011

I live in Tampa, FL and have a Premium Mica Grey. I have logged 6,000 miles and have only one complaint. The passenger side door grab handle has come loose. Lexus has already acknowledged it is a known issue and is waiting for replacement parts. Even with the door issue, I made the right decision ot trade my 2010 Prius III.

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Tonic

· #2 · May 26, 2011

Welcome aboard! How do you like it compare to your G3 Prius?

I have a 2010 Prius as well and i am so tempted by the Lexus! Tell me if i would make a good move? My Prius is the Touring edition in Canada, so its ride on the 17 inchs wheels!

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Matt_RN

· #3 · May 26, 2011

So Lexus has acknowledged it as an issue? It's happening to a lot of people. Is there a TSB for it?

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Sloppy2nds

· #4 · May 26, 2011

Welcome....from the other side of the bay in st. pete. Im still waiting on mine, hopefully Ill pick it up by this weekend.

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bondguy

· #5 · May 26, 2011

Sloppy2nds said:
Welcome....from the other side of the bay in st. pete. Im still waiting on mine, hopefully Ill pick it up by this weekend.

What color did you get and what options? I am in Ft Lauderdale and just paid my down payment...I had to order mine out of state and just waiting for it to be loaded on a car carrier truck and to be delivered to me....can't wait. BTW, Obsidian black w/ Ecru, Prem Audio, NAV, Light up door sills, clear-bra on front,bamboo wood trim

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Sloppy2nds

· #6 · May 26, 2011

Mica grey Premium black leather with nav, audio, everything except LED headlights.

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bondguy

· #7 · May 26, 2011

Sloppy2nds said:
Mica grey Premium black leather with nav, audio, everything except LED headlights.

Your car sounds like the car that lady won from the contest (delvered by Lexus of Tampa Bay)...

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bondguy

· #8 · May 26, 2011

leather or Nuluxe?

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m3ntal88

Discussion Starter · #9 · May 26, 2011

As for the passenger door issue. I wasn't told if there was a TSB out; but I know that my car along w/ a white one were photographed extensively for technical feedback to Lexus engineers. I have been dealing w/ Lexus Tampa Bay (who have been outstanding) and they have a complete replacement door panel on order. That is the downside, due to production issues and tsunami recovery things are moving slow.

As for the Prius vs CT200h argument. I have ZERO regrets making the trade. Lexus TB gave me everything I wanted plus another $1,500. Granted I paid sticker (not the adjusted value one) and my payment nearly doubled. With all that said, I don't regret it. One of the main reasons is the CT has a multi-link suspension vs the Prius' trailing arm. Handling is night and day in addition to overall improved comfort (Bluetooth audio is a HUGE plus!!!!).

As for my car, I have a Mica Grey with the Black NULUXE interior. I did get a premium car but without the NAVI as the core system is NAVTEK and I have had horrible experiences w/ them in previous cars. And.... I spent $200 dollars for a GARMIN NUVI with traffic... I just saved myself $2000 and have the same functionality.

I had no idea LEX TB gave one away, I bet that lady is happy... Pretty cool to win the hottest car in America right now.

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Koishi Komeiji

· #10 · May 27, 2011

Hmnmmm, me thinks I shall get mine from Tampa rather than Orlando. It sounds like you had a very good experience.

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