2003 Lexus IS300

Highlights

• Rare Glenavron Green Metallic over black leather
• Only two former registered keepers
• MOT to March 2027
• Described by the vendor as original and unmodified
• Lexus main dealer service history with 23 recorded services
• Extensive paperwork including original owner's wallet, manuals and service books

The Appeal

Beneath a smart yet unassuming saloon exterior, the Lexus IS300 hides a big secret. it is powered by the naturally aspirated 2JZ-GE straight-six, the same engine family that earned legendary status in the Toyota Supra. Clean, unmodified examples are becoming increasingly difficult to find as the model gains recognition among those in the know.

This 2003 example is finished in the rare Glenavron Green Metallic over black Exmour leather and has had just two former registered keepers. It benefits from a Lexus main-dealer service history comprising 23 recorded services and comes with an extensive folder of maintenance invoices, plus the original Lexus leather-bound owner's wallet, user manuals, service books, and keys.
The vendor reports that the car presents well for its age and notes that it remains original and unmodified, an increasingly valued attribute as these 2JZ-powered saloons continue to gain appreciation in the enthusiast community.

Key Information

• Mileage: 117,500 miles (supported by Lexus main dealer service history)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until March 2027
• Technical specs: 3.0-litre straight-six petrol, five-speed automatic
• Paperwork: Original Lexus leather-bound owner's wallet, user manuals, service books, keys, and extensive folder of maintenance invoices

Service history:
25/02/2025 (110,243 miles) – Lexus Ipswich (£120.00 / Invoice 17369469)

• Carried out 40k / 48-month full service, including engine oil, oil filter, drain plug gasket, air filter element, transmission fluid, battery, gear oil, and free Visual Safety Report

10/10/2024 – Speed Style Auto Centre (£968.09 / Invoice 453615534)

• Supplied and fitted offside rear drive shaft

10/04/2024 – Lexus Ipswich (Estimate £2,031.41 / Job 64868)

• Estimated work for supply and fitting of front exhaust pipe, gaskets, bolts, nuts, and oxygen sensor

23/02/2024 (103,563 miles) – Lexus Ipswich (Invoice 17351385)

• Completed Lexus service (engine oil, drain plug gasket, oil filter) and MOT test

05/06/2023 – AW Smart Repairs & Black Stag Styling (£2,256.00 / Invoice INV-5121)

• Cleaned underside, prepped, and coated in black wax oil
• Removed corrosion from nearside rear sill area, welded in new section, prepped, primed, painted, and lacquered sill
• Full strip, refurbishment, powder prime, paint, and lacquer of 4x alloy wheels in sparkle silver, with tyres refitted and balanced
• Touched in bonnet chips

08/05/2023 (97,908 miles) – Lexus Ipswich (Invoice 10357237)

• Front brake service: replaced front brake pads, front brake discs, calipers, and gaskets
• Fitted new Yokohama BluEarth tire on nearside front
• 17/02/2023 (96,079 miles) – Lexus Ipswich (Invoice 17353860)
  • Carried out 200k / 20-year service, including engine oil, oil filter, drain plug gasket, air filter element, transmission battery, and gear oil

02/03/2022 (87,718 miles) – Lexus Ipswich (Invoice 17359636)

• Completed 10,000-mile / 12-month service (engine oil 0W20, oil filter, drain plug gasket, washer fluid) and MOT test

09/03/2021 (82,140 miles) – Lexus Ipswich (£125.00 / Invoice 17365750)

• Carried out 10,000-mile / 12-month service (engine oil 15W30, oil filter, drain plug gasket, screenwash, key remote battery)

18/03/2020 (80,371 miles) – Lexus Ipswich (Invoice 17354317)

• Essential Care Major Service (engine oil 15W30, oil filter, drain plug gasket, air filter, screenwash) and MOT test

10/10/2019 (78,462 miles) – Inchcape Lexus Battersea (Invoice 21552837)

• Unblocked and cleaned a blocked drain tube causing water ingress
• Supplied and fitted 2x Bridgestone front tyres and 1x nearside rear tyre
• Replaced rear number plate and front wiper blades
• Carried out 4-wheel alignment

07/03/2019 (75,533 miles) – Inchcape Lexus Battersea (Invoice 21543583)

• Completed 70,000-mile service (engine oil 5W30, oil filter, gasket, washer fluid)
• Carried out full aircon service with seasonal check and sanitising treatment
• Added fuel injection cleaner treatment and carried out MOT test

08/03/2018 (70,514 miles) – Lexus Battersea

• Stamp for completed service
• 10/03/2017 (68,888 miles) – Lexus Battersea
  • Stamp for completed intermediate service

25/08/2016 (66,989 miles) – Inchcape Lexus Battersea (£629.89 / Invoice 21516001)

• Supplied and fitted 4x Bridgestone 215/45/17 tyres
• Fitted new front brake pads and key remote battery

10/03/2015 (64,024 miles) – Lexus Battersea

• Stamp for completed intermediate service
• 14/03/2014 (62,769 miles) – Lexus Battersea
  • Stamp for completed full service

26/08/2013 (60,341 miles) – Lexus Battersea

• Stamp for completed intermediate service

05/03/2012 (58,300 miles) – Lexus Battersea

• Stamp for completed full service

30/03/2011 (57,224 miles) – Lexus Park Lane

• Stamp for completed service

14/02/2010 (54,082 miles) – Lexus Park Lane

• Stamp for completed service

15/08/2008 (52,392 miles) – Lexus Park Lane

• Stamp for completed service

24/07/2007 (47,345 miles) – Lexus Park Lane (Invoice 20381792)

• Completed 6-year / 50,000-mile service
• Replaced brake fluid, wiper rubbers, and key remote battery
• Supplied and fitted 4 new tyres and performed a 4-wheel geometry check

13/02/2006 (37,838 miles) – Lexus Park Lane

• Stamp for completed service

07/04/2005 (31,787 miles) – Lexus Park Lane

• Stamp for completed service

14/09/2004 (24,861 miles) – Lexus Park Lane

• Stamp for completed service

20/02/2004 (15,175 miles) – Lexus Park Lane

• Stamp for completed service

30/07/2003 (5,491 miles) – Lexus Park Lane

• Stamp for completed intermediate service

The Detail

• Lexus main dealer service history with 23 services recorded at documented mileage intervals
• Timing belt replaced at 96,079 miles
• Original 5-spoke alloy wheels refurbished in 2023
• Matching Yokohama 215/45R17 tyres fitted
• Right sill welded and repainted to pass the most recent MOT
• Minor dent on the rear left door
• Small rust bubble on the front of the bonnet
• A few age-related marks on the bumper corners
• Air conditioning requires re-gassing
• The vendor states all other systems are functioning correctly
• The vendor describes the black leather interior as very clean

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