Highlights

One registered keeper from new
78,000 documented miles from new
Smart Aztec Fire Pearl with beige part-leather interior
Very well maintained from new with last service in September 2026
Maintained by Lexus specialist Westfield Motors
Cambelt kit replaced at 70,115 miles
MOT valid until September 2027 with no advisories

The Appeal

If you’re going to take on saloon car royalty, get your ducks in a row. First Lexus gunned for Mercedes with the LS400, then it took aim at BMW’s all-conquering 3 Series with the IS200. Adopting the same RWD and straight six formula, the compact Jap was easily the German’s equal for driveability, performance and looks. But its real trump card was the utterly impeccable way it was built.

Today these cars are popular with JDM enthusiasts and those who want something a little less obvious than a car with a propellor badge. Most tend to have lived hard lives, but not this rather smart Aztec Fire car. It has been in the hands of its single keeper from new and amassed just 78,000 miles. That’s barely run in for the 1G-FE straight six. It is fitted with the relaxing 4spd auto box and nicely specified with beige leather and velour seats, sunroof and original Lexus premium sound system.

The depth of its service history is notable. Almost all maintenance has been carried out by Westfield Motors, an independent Toyota and Lexus specialist, with invoices present throughout. The cambelt kit was replaced at 70,115 miles alongside a new radiator and coolant, and the car was last serviced at 77,433 miles in September 2026 when the rear pads were also replaced.. With a fresh and clean MOT valid until September 2027, this IS200 presents a well-documented, well-maintained example.

The vendor says:

“Great example of a cherished vehicle with history backing no expenses spared.”

Key Information

Mileage: 77,976 miles indicated (supported by the service history on file)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 28 September 2027 with no advisories
Technical specs: 153bhp 1,988cc inline-six petrol, four-speed automatic
Paperwork: large history file, 3 keys, handbooks, wallet, V5C

Key highlights provided by seller:

Very well maintained with 25 services recorded
Full cambelt kit replaced at 70,115 miles in 2021
Cooling system overhaul with new radiator and fresh specialist coolant in 2021
Full 4-wheel geometry tracking and alignment recently completed
Fitted with high-performance Bridgestone Potenza tyres.
Freshly serviced in September 2026

Service history:

09/26 - 77,893 miles - Motor Technics
09/25 - 77,433 miles - Westfield
09/24 - 76,780 miles - Westfield
09/22 - 74,068 miles - Westfield - plus brake fluid change
09/21 - 71,718 miles - Westfield - plus air filter
05/21 - 70,115 miles - Westfield - cambelt, radiator, coolant, tyre, geometry alignment
09/20 - 69,524 miles - Westfield - plus pollen filter
09/19 - 67,872 miles - Westfield - plus brake fluid & all new alternator/drive belts
09/18 - 65,455 miles - Westfield
09/16 - 62,356 miles - Westfield - plus pollen filter
09/14 - 55,243 miles - Westfield - plus new front brake discs & pads
09/13 - 52,582 miles - Westfield
09/11 - 47,000 miles - Westfield
09/10 - 44,493 miles - Westfield - plus rear differential oil & brake fluid change
09/09 - 41,646 miles - Westfield
09/08 - 38,055 miles - Lexus
09/07 - 34,253 miles - Lexus
09/06 - 28,615 miles - Lexus
09/05 - 23,404 miles - Lexus
09/04 - 18,159 miles - Lexus
09/03 - not recorded - Lexus
09/02 - 8,770 miles - Lexus
10/01 - 4,754 miles - Lexus

The Detail

Well maintained by Lexus and specialists throughout life to 2025
Recent service in September 2026 with new rear pads included
Well presented car in attractive Aztec Fire metallic with generally well kept paintwork
Paintwork shows a few scuffs and marks in photos
These include to roof, front bumper, bonnet and boot lid as shown
Bodywork appears in good order for a car of this age
Well kept factory five spoke alloys with quality Bridgestone tyres fitted
No structural or other advisories on MOT
We are told that all features work correctly
Beige part leather and velour interior in good, original and unrestored condition
Usual high traffic areas such as driver’s seat show some age and discolouration
Beige carpets with light staining to note in driver’s footwell but not unsightly
Heated seats, air conditioning, and cruise control all reported as operational
Car retains its original Lexus sound system and is fitted with glass sunroof

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