35,991 Original Miles
Manual Transmission
3.0L Inline 6
215 hp @ 5800 RPM*
218 lb/ft torque @ 3800 RPM*
Capable 0-60 MPH: 6.8 seconds
Top Speed: 144 MPH
MSRP in 2003: $30,805
*Seller Asking:
$22,000
Fast Facts:
- Manual transmission IS300’s feature firmer suspension (increased spring rates) compared to the automatic models
- The IS300 was Toyota’s answer to the highly successful BMW 3 series: a driver focused sport sedan with a torquey inline 6 and available manual transmission
- The IS300’s engineering development program was run by Nobuaki Katayama, who previously worked on the iconic AE86 Toyota Corolla
- The IS300’s twin cam 2JZ-GE straight-six engine came straight from the bigger GS300. This engine featured variable valve timing, aluminum heads, and hypereutectic pistons
- This is also the same engine found in the N/A Supra MK4. It is NOT the same motor found in the twin turbo Supra with the turbos removed (common misconception). The 2JZ-GE (naturally aspirated) and 2JZ-GTE (twin turbo) had many differences internally. The GTE is much stronger, with different pistons etc. The GE is focused more on efficiency. It’s still a fantastic engine, but it can’t compare to the over-engineered 2JZ-GTE!
- The IS300 launched in the U.S with the GS300’s five-speed automatic, and no manual option. Foreign markets received an optional, less powerful IS “200” that came with a 6spd manual, but that transmission couldn’t be used on the IS300 as it couldn’t handle the torque of the 3.0L engine. Buyers had to wait until 2002 when Lexus finally offered a 5spd manual (the W55)
Key Model Year Changes:
- Cupholders are revised
- Very few notable changes occurred for 2003
- The following year (2004) saw minor interior updates
- The first gen IS300 was only sold in the U.S between 2001 and 2004
Seller Notes:
- 35k original miles
- Genuine 5spd manual car (not a conversion)
- Original owner
- Intensa Blue Pearl
- SF Bay Area car
- Regularly serviced at Putnam Lexus
- Everything works
- Drives super smooth
- Interiors in great shape
- Smogged with a clean title
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*SAE rated from factory. May not reflect current output.
*Performance numbers pulled from either the factory brochure or reputable automotive road tests.
*Base price when new does not reflect original MSRP of this particular car, nor does it reflect what the original owner paid for it.
*Advertised price at time of posting. Sellers can raise or lower prices on their original ad at any time. Click on the original ad to view current price/availability.
*Performance numbers pulled from either the factory brochure or reputable automotive road tests.
*Base price when new does not reflect original MSRP of this particular car, nor does it reflect what the original owner paid for it.
*Advertised price at time of posting. Sellers can raise or lower prices on their original ad at any time. Click on the original ad to view current price/availability.
Mileage Disclaimer: NOC has not confirmed if the mileage stated by the seller is true and accurate. It is up to the buyer to verify these claims. Vehicle history reports, service records stating mileage, and even inspections of odometer tampering are recommended.
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