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Lexus IS buying guide (Ireland, 2026)

What a used Lexus IS costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 80 for sale right now.

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Our take on the Lexus IS

A 2021 Lexus IS typically advertises at €36,950 and a 2016 one at €16,000, so it loses roughly 15% of its value a year at that age, faster than most cars. Most for sale are petrols; diesels are rarer, at 4%.

Check a Lexus IS's priceNCT pass rate by year

Used Lexus IS prices by year

Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.

Common Lexus IS problems

Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.

Parts for the Lexus IS

Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.

Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming chain kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils

Quick bits on Amazon

Faster delivery for small things.

Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter

Before you buy a used Lexus IS

Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.

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