Lexus parts connection?

[XX14]

Does anyone have ideas on where I can purchase lexus parts besides the dealer? We just purchased a 2009 RX350 and the dimmer switch/trip meter switch was broken. The dealer wants $265. Looks like a pretty simple install if I could just order the right part. Thanks for your thoughts.

 

[saucedaddy]

Does anyone have ideas on where I can purchase lexus parts besides the dealer? We just purchased a 2009 RX350 and the dimmer switch/trip meter switch was broken. The dealer wants $265. Looks like a pretty simple install if I could just order the right part. Thanks for your thoughts.

Try rockauto.com:thumbsup

 

[XX14]

Thanks much. Unfortunately they don't seem to carry this piece. Anyone else?

 

[alohajeff]

Try Parts.com

Shipping can be high but the prices are excellent and the parts ship from actual dealerships from around the country.

 

[Universal Elements]

Does anyone have ideas on where I can purchase lexus parts besides the dealer? We just purchased a 2009 RX350 and the dimmer switch/trip meter switch was broken. The dealer wants $265. Looks like a pretty simple install if I could just order the right part. Thanks for your thoughts.

We have a 2008 RX350. If you want genuine Lexus parts, you might want to try a Toyota dealer or parts website. A lot of parts are the same except when you buy from a Toyota dealer, they are way less. Just get the part # from Lexus and call Toyota, you'll get a big discount. The Thundra and other Toyota models use the same exact parts. Also, if you need service done, call around Toyota dealers. A lot of them will service the RX350 for a fraction of the cost of what Lexus will charge.

 

[Universal Elements]

I forgot one thing! I do not know where you live, but call several Toyota dealers. I'll give you an example; If I go to Toyota of Tustin, a quart of transmission fluid will cost $13+. I can purchase the same quart at Autonation of Irvine for $6. So, do your homework.

 

[XX14]

Thanks much. We're in San Antonio this is a visible interior piece so I'm not sure a Toyota part will work. I'm looking at all the parts sites but I can't find the part#.

 

[XX14]

Part # is 84119 sandalwood. Dealer price for the part is $160. $100 charge to pop it in seems excessive.

 

[HavasuHank]

PM Pronstar ... he would have a good idea and should be able to help you. :thumbsup

 

[pronstar]

I'm a factory/dealer guy, unfortunately. I'm not help for aftermarket replacement parts.

My best suggestion is to google "Lexus discount parts". I just did and a bunch of forum results came up. Keep in mind that dealers are all different, and some have made a good business out of offer mail-order parts at a discount.

 

[530RL]

To the best of my recollection, Lexus trim parts discount is 35%. You can probably find a dealer who can give you 20% or so off. So if you mail order it, you might get a 32 dollar savings less shipping. If the local dealer will not sell you the part over the counter, I can get it for you.

 

[XX14]

Thanks for everyone's help. I ended up ordering from lexuspartsnow delivered for $135. Still pretty pricey but much better than having the dealer do it.