Lexus IS220D

Worth knowing

• Above-average kilometres: 248,000 km, high whatever its age. Ask for the service history, and when the timing belt and clutch were last done.
• An older car: 15 years old. Cars over ten years need an NCT every year, and repairs and parts weigh more in what it costs to keep.

Why we say so

9 Lexus Is from 2010 to 2012, diesel, manual are for sale now. Most ask €1,950 to €5,000, with about 232,000 km on the clock. This one is cheaper than 5 of the 9. The market price above also allows for its exact year and mileage.