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*rare* 2002 Lexus Is 300 Sportcross Wagon Avant With Roof Rails For Rack System on 2040-cars

Year:2002 Mileage:135500 Color: Black /
 Tan
Location:

Scotts Valley, California, United States

Scotts Valley, California, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Wagon
Engine:V6
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Vehicle Title:Clear
Condition:
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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: JTHED192520044873
Year: 2002
Make: Lexus
Model: IS
Options: Kenwood Bluetooth, Hands Free Calling and Siri Integration, Direct Power Connect for Passport Radar, Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Trim: Sportcross
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Mileage: 135,500
Exterior Color: Black
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Tan
Number of Cylinders: 6

This car is rare (only ~2000 were shipped to the US and the black exterior with tan leather interior is even more rare) and if you can find one at a dealer it will run you $11k-$13k with similar mileage.

I have had several services performed on the car recently and all were accomplished by Lexus/Toyota specialists with OEM parts and fluids.  Recent work includes:
  • New OEM timing belt/tensioner/waterpump (this was performed as part of proactive maintenance, not due to failure of any parts) - September/2013
  • Flushed coolant and replaced with OEM coolant (performed during water pump replacement) - September/2013
  • Replaced transmission fluid with OEM fluid - September/2013
  • Replaced engine air filter - September/2013
  • Performed engine oil and oil filter change with Mobile One Full Synthetic oil 2k miles ago (this oil can last 7K miles conservatively) 
  • Replaced cabin air filter - September/2013
  • New Kenwood CD radio with Bluetooth connectivity, Siri integration, wireless music streaming, and hands-free dialing and commands. Gives turn-by-turn directions when using your iOS or Android device with Google Maps, Waze, Apple Map Apps, etc.  Also has USB and AUX connection on the face and a remote control.
  • Replaced front wiper blades - November/2013
  • Yakima roof rails professionally installed to accept a variety of rack towers such as Yakima and Thule for bike/surfboard/kayak/etc systems
Other Info:
- California clear title in hand 
- Registration recently renewed and valid through October 2014
- Passed smog/emissions recently 
- Tires have plenty of tread left
- Top local mechanic said brakes look good in September when performing other work described above.

** DISCLAIMER
A previous owner appears to have been in an accident that involved the front end of the car. I have deduced this from the following information. There is a crack in the front grille (cosmetic only) and the washer fluid reservoir is not present. This can be replaced quite easily but I just have not gotten around to it. In general the car is in good condition and mechanically it is in great condition. There are a few scratches and small dents that are typical for a 12 year old car and do not show in the photos. Yakima towers and crossbars are not included with the sale. The image is just to show that a rack system provided by you, can easily be mounted to the existing running rails.

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Wed, May 27 2015

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We're looking forward to seeing the 2014 Lexus IS in person next week at the Detroit Auto Show to see if its brazen design is any less polarizing in person, but Lexus (or at least its Facebook team) has dropped a not-too-subtle hint about the possible return of the SportCross body style - something in between a hatchback and station wagon. The current generation IS comes in sedan and convertible models, but this is an interesting teaser that might suggest an expanded IS lineup.
On its Facebook page, Lexus said:
Do you remember the '02 IS 300 Sport Cross with its style, utility and performance? Will we bring it back? Watch the 2014 IS premiere on Facebook in 6 days to find out!