2013 Lexus ES350 Available in Dallas at Park Place Lexus

2013 Lexus ES 350

The new Lexus ES 350 mid-size sedan defies expectations with its stirring performance and a body that makes an indelible impression wherever it rolls.

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Overview

Not only does the completely redesigned 2013 Lexus ES 350 leave behind an unforgettable impression everywhere it travels, but it also renders its drivers and passengers speechless with its quiet velvety ride and luxurious amenities. This popular Lexus vehicle is for sale at two dealerships serving Dallas, Fort Worth and North Texas: Park Place Lexus Grapevine at 901 E State Highway 114 Grapevine, TX 76051, or Park Place Lexus Plano at 1025 Preston Rd, Plano, TX 75093. View Park Place Inventory.

Equipped with a 268-horsepower V6 engine, the ES 350 gets right to work on the highways and city streets responding to the driver’s cues with precision like a symphony follows its conductor. Its unyielding body and new independent suspension perform in harmony to grip the road for added control and meticulous handling.

“The 2013 Lexus ES 350 delivers a refined and serene driving experience that’s bolstered by a V6 engine that’s smooth and sufficiently powerful,” writes Edmunds in its review. “At highway speeds, the cabin remains remarkably silent, mostly devoid of wind, road or engine noise. Bumps and ruts in the road are now better absorbed than before, with barely a hint of their presence reaching the passengers.”

One of the hallmarks of a Lexus is the generous head and legroom in the rear seats of its vehicles. And the redesigned interior of the 2013 Lexus ES 350 gains a whopping four inches of legroom over previous models. A rear seat haven awaits passengers in the 2013 Lexus ES 350 with its spacious legroom from the new longer platform and sleeker front seatback design.

You can turn the new Lexus ES 350 into the ultimate retreat with the many available amenities. Your choices include heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, 10-way power front seats, Navigation System with access to mobile apps, and an 835-watt Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System with 15 speakers.

Or, you can opt for the aptly-named Ultra Luxury Package featuring soft, semi-aniline leather, hand-selected wood trim, power rear sunshade, rear-side-window-shades and a panoramic glass roof. “And it’s here where the ES 350 really shines, becoming a virtually transparent conveyance, shielding its occupants from the outside world behind acoustically insulated glass,” Car and Driver writes in its 2013 ES 250 review.

Technology is plentiful with the available Lexus Enform and Safety Connect. The two together provide the convenience of live, 24-hour navigation assistance and the capability to request emergency services with one button press. Connect your compatible smartphone and you have instant access to search, Facebook places, a wealth of resources for entertainment ideas and even making dinner reservations.

The redesigned ES 350 is thoroughly modern with its sharp spindle grille and glossy lines creating a sensational presence. Add to that a longer wheelbase and a more spacious interior with mobile connectivity that blends right ensuring ease of use without interfering with safety. See the new face of progress at Park Place Lexus Plano or Park Place Lexus Grapevine.

 

Interior

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2013 Lexus ES 350 interior colors: Parchment NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Black NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Light Gray NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple.

Lexus Enform App Suite. The available app suite gives you in-vehicle access to your favorite mobile apps on your compatible smartphone. Enform lets you to connect to Bing, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp and Facebook Places. The suite will add new apps as they become available thanks to wireless updates. Learn more at www.lexus.com/ES/enform.

Driver seating. Settle into the bolstered, 10-way power driver’s seat, grab the steering wheel inspired by the Lexus LFA sports car, place your feet on the pedals and you’ll sense that all three aspects were designed in tandem for optimal driver engagement and comfort. The available memory recalls up to three personalized driving positions including seat, steering wheel and outer mirror positions at the touch of a button.

Audio system. A USB jack located in the center console gives you complete control of your iPod and charges the device as you drive. Lexus Bluetooth audio technology gives you wireless control of your compatible player’s entire music library and the ability to wirelessly stream audio from websites.

 

Exterior

2013 Lexus ES350 Rear
2013 Lexus ES 350 exterior colors: Cerulean Blue Metallic, Deep Sea Mica, Fire Agate Pearl, Matador Red Mica, Nebula Gray Pearl, Obsidian, Satin Cashmere Metallic, Silver Lining Metallic, Starfire Pearl.

Body design. Lexus engineers tested more than 30 digital models and multiple prototypes in developing the upper body of the 2013 Lexus ES 350. By pairing new reinforcements with additional bracing in other areas, stability and handling are enhanced and the roof structure is strong enough to withstand an impact load more than three times its own weight.

SmartAccess. No need to remove the key from your pocket or purse. SmartAccess can sense your approach, illuminating exterior puddle lamps and interior lighting. You can unlock the doors and trunk with one touch. And, with the available remote keyless entry-linked memory system, the ES can detect which of the two supplied keys is present and recall the seat, side mirror and steering wheel positions to that driver’s preprogrammed preferences.

Backup camera. Backing in and out of tight spaces becomes easier with the available backup camera. Shift the new Lexus ES 350 in reverse, and the view from a small camera located above the rear license plate appears in full color on the multimedia display. To assist with parking, the display also shows guides indicating the vehicle’s width and orientation.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps. For added visibility for drivers including those in nearby cars, available intelligent high-beam headlamps offer increased illumination when the road ahead is clear and temporarily switch to low-beam when they sense another vehicle ahead.

 

Safety

Of all the areas worthy of focus on the 2013 Lexus ES 350, among the most important is its focus on Keeping you safe. While an ordinary crash test dummy can provide 119 data points, Lexus uses digital models comprised of millions.

10-Airbag System. The ES features a standard 10-airbag system and new Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) front seats designed to help decrease the severity of whiplash-type injuries in certain rear collisions.

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Since accidents happen anywhere, the 2013 Lexus ES 350 offers two new ways help you avoid accidents on highways and parking lots. The available Blind Spot Monitor features an ingenious Rear Cross-Traffic Alert system that can detect and alert you of vehicles approaching from behind on either side when you back out of a parking space. At speeds above 10 mph, the Blind Spot Monitor helps you safely change lanes by warning you if it detects vehicles in the adjacent lanes.

Lane Departure Alert. This available safety feature detects visible lane markings, and if you veer, it can warn you with audible and visual cues.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps. The available intelligent high-beam headlamps automatically switch to low-beam when sensing headlamps or tail lamps ahead.

Safety Connect: In the event that the airbags deploy in the Lexus ES 350, or there’s a serious rear-end collision, the available Safety Connect can contact a response center agent who can notify local emergency services and direct them to the vehicle’s location.

Pre-Collision System: To help you prepare for and avoid potential collisions, an available Pre-Collision System with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control monitors the road ahead for obstacles and warn you of their presence with beeps and visible alerts. It can automatically brake before impact.

 

Performance

2013 Lexus ES350 Engine V6
3.5-liter V6 Engine: The 3.5-liter V6 engine comes with a valvetrain of four cam, four valves per cylinder, with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i). The ES 350 delivers 268 hp @ 6,200 RPM and 248 lb-ft of torque at 4,700 RPM.

Transmission. Six-speed sequential-shift automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)

Suspension system. New valving and reduced friction in the shock absorbers enhance ride comfort and linear steering response. The new opposite-wound front coil springs improve straight-line control. And, new rear-suspension geometry provides better agility and overall control.

Drive Mode Select. Drive Mode Select lets you customize the performance of the Lexus ES 350. ECO mode optimizes climate and throttle settings for increased fuel efficiency. Normal mode offers balance of comfort and performance. Sport mode enhances the steering feel and increases the throttle response for more dynamic acceleration.

2013 Lexus ES 300h hybrid. You can get everything you love about the Lexus ES including the plentiful space and legroom plus the advantages of a hybrid that gets 40 mpg city and 39 mpg highway. For emission rating, the Lexus ES 300h hybrid is a certified super ultra-low emission vehicle (SULEV). The hybrid has a 200 total system horsepower and runs on an efficient 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle engine.

Wait no more Dallas, the 2013 Lexus ES 350 is here!

2013 Lexus ES 350

The new Lexus ES 350 mid-size sedan defies expectations with its stirring performance and a body that makes an indelible impression wherever it rolls.

 

2013 Lexus ES350

Overview

Not only does the completely redesigned 2013 Lexus ES 350 leave behind an unforgettable impression everywhere it travels, but it also renders its drivers and passengers speechless with its quiet velvety ride and luxurious amenities. This popular Lexus vehicle is for sale at two dealerships serving Dallas, Fort Worth and North Texas: Park Place Lexus Grapevine at 901 E State Highway 114 Grapevine, TX 76051, or Park Place Lexus Plano at 1025 Preston Rd, Plano, TX 75093. View Park Place Inventory.

Equipped with a 268-horsepower V6 engine, the ES 350 gets right to work on the highways and city streets responding to the driver’s cues with precision like a symphony follows its conductor. Its unyielding body and new independent suspension perform in harmony to grip the road for added control and meticulous handling.

“The 2013 Lexus ES 350 delivers a refined and serene driving experience that’s bolstered by a V6 engine that’s smooth and sufficiently powerful,” writes Edmunds in its review. “At highway speeds, the cabin remains remarkably silent, mostly devoid of wind, road or engine noise. Bumps and ruts in the road are now better absorbed than before, with barely a hint of their presence reaching the passengers.”

One of the hallmarks of a Lexus is the generous head and legroom in the rear seats of its vehicles. And the redesigned interior of the 2013 Lexus ES 350 gains a whopping four inches of legroom over previous models. A rear seat haven awaits passengers in the 2013 Lexus ES 350 with its spacious legroom from the new longer platform and sleeker front seatback design.

You can turn the new Lexus ES 350 into the ultimate retreat with the many available amenities. Your choices include heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, 10-way power front seats, Navigation System with access to mobile apps, and an 835-watt Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System with 15 speakers.

Or, you can opt for the aptly-named Ultra Luxury Package featuring soft, semi-aniline leather, hand-selected wood trim, power rear sunshade, rear-side-window-shades and a panoramic glass roof. “And it’s here where the ES 350 really shines, becoming a virtually transparent conveyance, shielding its occupants from the outside world behind acoustically insulated glass,” Car and Driver writes in its 2013 ES 250 review.

Technology is plentiful with the available Lexus Enform and Safety Connect. The two together provide the convenience of live, 24-hour navigation assistance and the capability to request emergency services with one button press. Connect your compatible smartphone and you have instant access to search, Facebook places, a wealth of resources for entertainment ideas and even making dinner reservations.

The redesigned ES 350 is thoroughly modern with its sharp spindle grille and glossy lines creating a sensational presence. Add to that a longer wheelbase and a more spacious interior with mobile connectivity that blends right ensuring ease of use without interfering with safety. See the new face of progress at Park Place Lexus Plano or Park Place Lexus Grapevine.

 

Interior

2013 Lexus ES350 Interior
2013 Lexus ES 350 interior colors: Parchment NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Black NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Light Gray NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple.

Lexus Enform App Suite: The available app suite gives you in-vehicle access to your favorite mobile apps on your compatible smartphone. Enform lets you to connect to Bing, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp and Facebook Places. The suite will add new apps as they become available thanks to wireless updates. Learn more at www.lexus.com/ES/enform.

Driver seating: Settle into the bolstered, 10-way power driver’s seat, grab the steering wheel inspired by the Lexus LFA sports car, place your feet on the pedals and you’ll sense that all three aspects were designed in tandem for optimal driver engagement and comfort. The available memory recalls up to three personalized driving positions including seat, steering wheel and outer mirror positions at the touch of a button.

Audio system: A USB jack located in the center console gives you complete control of your iPod and charges the device as you drive. Lexus Bluetooth audio technology gives you wireless control of your compatible player’s entire music library and the ability to wirelessly stream audio from websites.

 

Exterior

2013 Lexus ES350 Rear
2013 Lexus ES 350 exterior colors: Cerulean Blue Metallic, Deep Sea Mica, Fire Agate Pearl, Matador Red Mica, Nebula Gray Pearl, Obsidian, Satin Cashmere Metallic, Silver Lining Metallic, Starfire Pearl.

Body design. Lexus engineers tested more than 30 digital models and multiple prototypes in developing the upper body of the 2013 Lexus ES 350. By pairing new reinforcements with additional bracing in other areas, stability and handling are enhanced and the roof structure is strong enough to withstand an impact load more than three times its own weight.

SmartAccess: No need to remove the key from your pocket or purse. SmartAccess can sense your approach, illuminating exterior puddle lamps and interior lighting. You can unlock the doors and trunk with one touch. And, with the available remote keyless entry-linked memory system, the ES can detect which of the two supplied keys is present and recall the seat, side mirror and steering wheel positions to that driver’s preprogrammed preferences.

Backup camera: Backing in and out of tight spaces becomes easier with the available backup camera. Shift the new Lexus ES 350 in reverse, and the view from a small camera located above the rear license plate appears in full color on the multimedia display. To assist with parking, the display also shows guides indicating the vehicle’s width and orientation.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps: For added visibility for drivers including those in nearby cars, available intelligent high-beam headlamps offer increased illumination when the road ahead is clear and temporarily switch to low-beam when they sense another vehicle ahead.

 

Safety

Of all the areas worthy of focus on the 2013 Lexus ES 350, among the most important is its focus on Keeping you safe. While an ordinary crash test dummy can provide 119 data points, Lexus uses digital models comprised of millions.

10-Airbag System: The ES features a standard 10-airbag system and new Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) front seats designed to help decrease the severity of whiplash-type injuries in certain rear collisions.

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert: Since accidents happen anywhere, the 2013 Lexus ES 350 offers two new ways help you avoid accidents on highways and parking lots. The available Blind Spot Monitor features an ingenious Rear Cross-Traffic Alert system that can detect and alert you of vehicles approaching from behind on either side when you back out of a parking space. At speeds above 10 mph, the Blind Spot Monitor helps you safely change lanes by warning you if it detects vehicles in the adjacent lanes.

Lane Departure Alert: This available safety feature detects visible lane markings, and if you veer, it can warn you with audible and visual cues.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps: The available intelligent high-beam headlamps automatically switch to low-beam when sensing headlamps or tail lamps ahead.

Safety Connect: In the event that the airbags deploy in the Lexus ES 350, or there’s a serious rear-end collision, the available Safety Connect can contact a response center agent who can notify local emergency services and direct them to the vehicle’s location.

Pre-Collision System: To help you prepare for and avoid potential collisions, an available Pre-Collision System with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control monitors the road ahead for obstacles and warn you of their presence with beeps and visible alerts. It can automatically brake before impact.

 

Performance

2013 Lexus ES350 Engine V6
3.5-liter V6 Engine: The 3.5-liter V6 engine comes with a valvetrain of four cam, four valves per cylinder, with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i). The ES 350 delivers 268 hp @ 6,200 RPM and 248 lb-ft of torque at 4,700 RPM.

Transmission: Six-speed sequential-shift automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)

Suspension system: New valving and reduced friction in the shock absorbers enhance ride comfort and linear steering response. The new opposite-wound front coil springs improve straight-line control. And, new rear-suspension geometry provides better agility and overall control.

Drive Mode Select: Drive Mode Select lets you customize the performance of the Lexus ES 350. ECO mode optimizes climate and throttle settings for increased fuel efficiency. Normal mode offers balance of comfort and performance. Sport mode enhances the steering feel and increases the throttle response for more dynamic acceleration.

2013 Lexus ES 300h hybrid: You can get everything you love about the Lexus ES including the plentiful space and legroom plus the advantages of a hybrid that gets 40 mpg city and 39 mpg highway. For emission rating, the Lexus ES 300h hybrid is a certified super ultra-low emission vehicle (SULEV). The hybrid has a 200 total system horsepower and runs on an efficient 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle engine.

What’s New In The 2013 Lexus ES350?

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The new Lexus ES 350 mid-size sedan defies expectations with its stirring performance and a body that makes an indelible impression wherever it rolls.

Not only does the 2013 Lexus ES 350 leave behind an unforgettable impression everywhere it travels, but it also renders its drivers and passengers speechless with its quiet velvety ride and luxurious amenities. This popular Lexus vehicle is for sale at two dealerships serving Dallas, Fort Worth and North Texas: Park Place Lexus Grapevine at 901 E State Highway 114 Grapevine, TX 76051, or Park Place Lexus Plano at 1025 Preston Rd, Plano, TX 75093.

Equipped with a 268-horsepower V6 engine, the ES 350 gets right to work on the highways and city streets responding to the driver’s cues with precision like a symphony follows its conductor. Its unyielding body and new independent suspension perform in harmony to grip the road for added control and meticulous handling.

“The 2013 Lexus ES 350 delivers a refined and serene driving experience that’s bolstered by a V6 engine that’s smooth and sufficiently powerful,” writes Edmunds in its review. “At highway speeds, the cabin remains remarkably silent, mostly devoid of wind, road or engine noise. Bumps and ruts in the road are now better absorbed than before, with barely a hint of their presence reaching the passengers.”

One of the hallmarks of a Lexus is the generous head and legroom in the rear seats of its vehicles. A rear seat haven awaits passengers in the 2013 Lexus ES 350 with its spacious legroom from the new longer platform and sleeker front seatback design.

You can turn the new Lexus ES 350 the ultimate retreat with the many available amenities. Your choices include heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, 10-way power front seats, Navigation System with access to mobile apps, and 835-watt Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System with 15 speakers. Or, you can opt for the aptly-named Ultra Luxury Package featuring soft, semi-aniline leather, hand-selected wood trim, power rear sunshade, rear-side-window-shades and a panoramic glass roof.

“And it’s here where the ES 350 really shines, becoming a virtually transparent conveyance, shielding its occupants from the outside world behind acoustically insulated glass,” Car and Driver writes in its 2013 ES 250 review.

The ES 350 is thoroughly modern with its sharp spindle grille and glossy lines creating a sensational presence. Add to that a longer wheelbase and a more spacious interior with mobile connectivity that blends right ensuring ease of use without interfering with safety. See the new face of progress at Park Place Lexus Plano or Park Place Lexus Grapevine serving Dallas / Fort Worth.

Interior

2013 Lexus ES 350 interior colors: Parchment NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Black NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Light Gray NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple.

Lexus Enform App Suite. The available app suite gives you in-vehicle access to your favorite mobile apps on your compatible smartphone. Enform lets you to connect to Bing, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp and Facebook Places. The suite will add new apps as they become available thanks to wireless updates. Learn more at www.lexus.com/ES/enform.

Driver seating. Settle into the bolstered, 10-way power driver’s seat, grab the steering wheel inspired by the Lexus LFA sports car, place your feet on the pedals and you’ll sense that all three aspects were designed in tandem for optimal driver engagement and comfort. The available memory recalls up to three personalized driving positions including seat, steering wheel and outer mirror positions at the touch of a button.

Audio system. A USB jack located in the center console gives you complete control of your iPod and charges the device as you drive. Lexus Bluetooth audio technology gives you wireless control of your compatible player’s entire music library and the ability to wirelessly stream audio from websites.

Exterior

2013 Lexus ES 350 exterior colors: Cerulean Blue Metallic, Deep Sea Mica, Fire Agate Pearl, Matador Red Mica, Nebula Gray Pearl, Obsidian, Satin Cashmere Metallic, Silver Lining Metallic, Starfire Pearl.

Body design. Lexus engineers tested more than 30 digital models and multiple prototypes in devleoping the upper body of the 2013 Lexus ES 350. By pairing new reinforcements with additional bracing in other areas, stability and handling are enhanced and the roof structure is strong enough to withstand an impact load more than three times its own weight.

SmartAccess. No need to remove the key from your pocket or purse. SmartAccess can sense your approach, illuminating exterior puddle lamps and interior lighting. You can unlock the doors and trunk with one touch. And, with the available remote keyless entry-linked memory system, the ES can detect which of the two supplied keys is present and recall the seat, side mirror and steering wheel positions to that driver’s preprogrammed preferences.

Backup camera. Backing in and out of tight spaces becomes easier with the available backup camera.  Shift the new Lexus ES 350 in reverse, and the view from a small camera located above the rear license plate appears in full color on the multimedia display. To assist with parking, the display also shows guides indicating the vehicle’s width and orientation.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps. For added visibility for drivers including those in nearby cars, available intelligent high-beam headlamps offer increased illumination when the road ahead is clear and temporarily switch to low-beam when they sense another vehicle ahead.

Safety

Of all the areas worthy of focus on the 2013 Lexus ES 350, among the most important is its focus on helping to keep you safe. While an ordinary crash test dummy can provide 119 data points, Lexus uses digital models comprised of millions.

10-Airbag System. The ES features a standard 10-airbag system and new Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) front seats designed to help decrease the severity of whiplash-type injuries in certain rear collisions.

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Since accidents happen anywhere, the 2013 Lexus ES 350 offers two new ways help you avoid accidents on highways and parking lots. The available Blind Spot Monitor features an ingenious Rear Cross-Traffic Alert system that can detect and alert you of vehicles approaching from behind on either side when you back out of a parking space. At speeds above 10 mph, the Blind Spot Monitor helps you safely change lanes by warning you if it detects vehicles in the adjacent lanes.

Lane Departure Alert. This available safety feature detects visible lane markings, and if you veer, it can warn you with audible and visual cues.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps. The available intelligent high-beam headlamps automatically switch to low-beam when sensing headlamps or tail lamps ahead.

Safety Connect. In the event that the airbags deploy in the Lexus ES 350, or there’s a serious rear-end collision, the available Safety Connect can contact a response center agent who can notify local emergency services and direct them to the vehicle’s location.

Pre-Collision System. To help you prepare for and avoid potential collisions, an available Pre-Collision System with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control monitors the road ahead for obstacles and warn you of their presence with beeps and visible alerts. It can automatically brake before impact.

Performance

3.5-liter V6 Engine. The 3.5-liter V6 engine comes with a valvetrain of four cam, four valves per cylinder, with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i). The ES 350 delivers 268 hp @ 6,200 RPM and 248 lb-ft of torque at 4,700 RPM.

Transmission. Six-speed sequential-shift automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)

Suspension system. New valving and reduced friction in the shock absorbers enhance ride comfort and linear steering response. The new opposite-wound front coil springs improve straight-line control. And, new rear-suspension geometry provides better agility and overall control.

Drive Mode Select. Drive Mode Select lets you customize the performance of the Lexus ES 350. ECO mode optimizes climate and throttle settings for increased fuel efficiency. Normal mode offers balance of comfort and performance. Sport mode enhances the steering feel and increases the throttle response for more dynamic acceleration.

Park Place Lexus Unveils The New 2013 Lexus ES

2013 Lexus ES

2013 Lexus ESPark Place Lexus recently hosted events to unveil the new 2013 Lexus ES. In addition, the festive evenings celebrated Park Place’s partnership with Wipe Out Kids Cancer in Grapevine and Children’s Medical Center in Plano.

The Jennifer Baldwin Band set the mood for the party with soulful jazz standards. Wendy Krispin provided delicious small plates and bistro bites with delectable cuisine from Royal 60 and Foodwerks.

Impossible to ignore and impossible to forget, the new Lexus ES was clearly the star of the show. This iconic model received a major facelift for 2013,  featuring its first complete body redesign since 2006. While the exterior certainly turns heads, the real excitement is in the advanced technology. Lexus has even introduced the first ever ES 350 Hybrid, delivering 40 mpg with a 200 horsepower powerplant.

Safety features are front and center with 10 airbags standard, an optional blind-spot monitor system with rear cross-traffic alert, optional lane-departure alert, pre-collision radar-based automatic obstacle detection, and Lexus Safety Connect with roadside assistance.

Standard entertainment equipment includes a Lexus premium sound system, USB/iPod connectivity, and integrated SiriusXM satellite radio. Optional add-ons include a Display Audio package that adds Bluetooth, HD Radio with iTunes tagging, automatic phone book transfer, and a rear backup camera, all accessed through a 7-inch screen. Upgrades include a 15-speaker Mark Levinson audio system with an eight-inch display and DVD audio and video; a navigation system with voice command, and Lexus Enform with App Suite for on-the-go connectivity.

Park Place Lexus Grapevine Launches The 2013 Lexus ES
Matt Woolsey, Park Place Lexus Grapevine sales manager; Greg Nieberding, WOKC board member; Rick Ross, WOKC Golf Classic Co-Chair; Gary Venner, Park Place Lexus Grapevine general manager; and Rob Sumner, Park Place Dealerships marketing director.

Wipe Out Kids Cancer is Park Place’s Lexus Champions for Charity partner. Park Place Lexus Grapevine surprised the charity with an additional $5,000 donation at the event. The 10th annual American Airlines Wipe Out Kids Cancer Golf Classic will be held October 8 at the Tribute Golf Club in The Colony. More information at http://wokc.org/WipeOutKidsCancerGolfClassic_26.aspx

Park Place Lexus Plano Launches The New 2013 Lexus ES
Rob Sumner, Park Place Dealerships marketing director; Shana Santoni, Director Corporate Relations & Cause Marketing, Children’s Medical Center; Lori Waggoner, Director of Development Communications, Children’s Medical Center; Chris Brunner, Park Place Lexus Plano general manager; and Catherine Mouton, Corporate Relations Coordinator, Children’s Medical Center.

Park Place Lexus Plano presented Children’s Medical Center a check for $10,000 for the Red Balloon Run & Ride, which will be held October 20 on the Children’s Medical Center at Legacy campus in Plano. More information at
http://www.childrensmedicalcenterdallas.com/development/rbrr/

Lexus iPhone Background Wallpapers!

Lexus LF-LC

Are you a Lexus fan and carry an iPhone with you wherever you go? You’re in luck! We’ve just released our first set of iPhone background wallpapers for the Lexus model line. Just pick the model you own, or the one you’re dreaming of, and show some pride every time you use your phone!

If you need instructions on how to update your iPhone wallpaper, just scroll to the bottom of this post for step by step instructions!

Lexus IS iPhone Background Wallpaper
Lexus IS

Lexus ES iPhone Background Wallpaper
Lexus ES

Lexus GS iPhone Background Wallpaper
Lexus GS

Lexus LS iPhone Background Wallpaper
Lexus LS

Lexus CT iPhone Background Wallpaper
Lexus CT

Lexus GX iPhone Background Wallpaper
Lexus GX

Lexus LX iPhone Background Wallpaper
Lexus LX

Lexus RX iPhone Background Wallpaper
Lexus RX

Lexus ISC iPhone Background Wallpaper
Lexus ISC

Lexus ISF iPhone Background Wallpaper
Lexus ISF

Lexus LFA iPhone Background Wallpaper
Lexus LFA

Lexus LF-LC
Lexus LF-LC

Instructions: Downloading And Changing Your iPhone Background

Step 1: Visit this page from your iPhone

Step 2: Press on the background that you want from the images above.

Step 3: When the image page comes up, press and hold on the image until your iPhone shows the “Save Image” button, and press it.

Step 4: Press the home button to exit your mobile browser. (That’s the circular button with the rounded square at the bottom of your iPhone)

Step 5: Navigate to your “Photos” app on your phone, and select your “Camera Roll” album.

Step6: Select the background image that you saved.

Step 7: Press on the button at the bottom left of your screen that looks like a rectangle with an arrow.

Step 8: Select “Use as Wallpaper”, press the “Set” button, and then select “Set Home Screen”

This will update your iPhone background!

The New Lexus GS Hybrid: Green And Mean

Lexus GS Hybrid

When you think about hybrid technology, you likely think of environmental responsibility, living in harmony with nature, and fewer trips to the gas station, but you probably don’t think of an exciting driving experience. What if we could change your mind?

The new 2013 Lexus GS Hybrid might make you see hybrid technology in a whole new light. With 338 horsepower and 34 miles per gallon on the highway, this is one package that truly brings the best of both worlds into one. You can do your part to help the environment and still get your blood pumping, but don’t just take our word for it. See it in action as these passengers are taken for the ride of their lives while trying to keep their heart rates under 120 beats per minute. Good luck with that. . .

To learn more about the new Lexus GS Hybrid and find out when you can get behind the wheel of one yourself, come see us at Park Place Lexus in Plano or Grapevine, TX!

Lexus Tops AOL Autos "Best Brands For Customer Service"

2013-Lexus-RX350

 

2013-Lexus-RX350

As you may already know, the goal that we at Park Place strive for on a daily basis is to be “Experts in Excellence.” In order to live up to that expectation we make it a point to offer top notch luxury automotive brands, provide a purchasing experience unlike any other, and continue to foster this experience with excellent service for years to come.  Keeping with that mindset, we are proud to announce that three Park Place Dealerships luxury automotive brands have made it into the top 5 of AOL Autos’ “Top Brands for Customer Service”, a special article on luxury brands and their attention to service experience.  It’s the fourth year in a row that Lexus has been the top name for for this particular study, and it is closely followed by Jaguar in the number 3 spot, with Porsche landing at number 5.

At Park Place, we know our brands represent the finest luxury cars available – and it’s evident that the brand efforts to increase quality in engineering, as well as continuing support in the training and development of our members has truly paid off.

Read more about “The Best Brands For Customer Service” at AOL Autos.

AutoGuide.com Reviews 2013 Lexus ES

The long-awaited 2013 Lexus ES will be here very soon, and will be unlike any of the competition on my levels. Featuring a progressive new design and enhanced handling, the 2013 ES has been thoughtfully redesigned both inside and out. And for the first time, the Lexus ES will be available with Lexus Hybrid Drive expected to earn an EPA fuel economy rating of 40 mpg.

The new ES features a lower, progressive profile, and clean, continuous styling lines from front to rear. The interior features the next-generation Lexus Enform system which provides seamless connectivity with Bing™ search, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp and Facebook Places through compatible smart phones.

Under the hood, the 3.5-liter V6 engine allows the ability to impose your will on curves by putting the sedan’s lightweight design, more rigid chassis and new, more dynamic suspension system to good use. Protecting you while on the road, the ES features a segment-leading 10 airbags as standard equipment with an available Blind Spot Monitor, Lane Departure Alert and Pre-Collision System to further aid the driver. And while the new ES is only one inch longer than the previous model, it has four additional inches of back seat leg room, allowing your passengers to travel in comfort and style.

Generations of Baird Family Enjoy Years Of Lexus Quality and Park Place Hospitality

Everyone knows that at Park Place, we work hard to enhance the ownership experience. We do this by building lasting, meaningful relationships with our clients. Last week, Park Place Lexus Grapevine Sales Consultant Troy Griffin sold long-time client Billie Baird her 4th Lexus GS. Ms. Baird took delivery of her first brand-new GS in 2002, which a few years later she passed down to her son.  The second Lexus GS was a 2006 model year, which she passed down to her son; at which time, he passed the 2002 Lexus GS to his own son. The third Lexus GS was only 2 years ago, in 2010 which Ms. Baird passed down to her son, and he passed the 2006 to his son, and the 2002 was recycled again within the family. The fourth was the 2013 Lexus GS,  and of course – the passing down continues.

A special thanks to Ms. Baird and her family for being a part of the Park Place tradition of excellence, and for making Lexus a family tradition of their own.

Park Place Lexus Plano to Build New Dealership to Keep Up With Growth of Lexus

In 1991, Park Place Dealerships opened their first Lexus store and after 15 expansions, Park Place Lexus Plano is preparing for the next chapter. The company announced today it is moving the dealership to Spring Creek Parkway and the Dallas North Tollway, approximately three and a half miles north of the current Preston Road location. The new multi-million dollar facility will open in the fall of 2013.

“We are positioning the dealership for the additional growth that will come from Lexus introducing new products over the next several years. As Collin County continues to grow, we must also be prepared to manage an expanding market,” said Ken Schnitzer, Chairman of Park Place Dealerships. “We will build a facility that is aesthetically exciting, but also extremely efficient so we can provide the best ownership experience for our clients.“

The 170,000 square foot facility will sit on 27.5 acres with five acres reserved for future development.  The new car showroom will accommodate up to 14 Lexus models in stylish, contemporary surroundings.  The interior of the facility will feature a lighter, softer palette with classic furniture that is tailored and sophisticated. Park Place Lexus will use rift oak, white marble and grey washed hardwoods.  The interior design continues with the direction set by the dealership’s exterior elements emphasizing light and transparency with a series of glass panels and dynamic curved ceilings.

The exterior will feature soft, smooth lines that invite guests into Park Place Lexus Plano.  A curved, sweeping wall that is the length of a football field features the Lexus emblem and can be seen from the northbound and southbound lanes of the Dallas North Tollway.  The feature wall starts at 35 feet on one end and rises to 50 feet at the other, framing the showroom and showcasing cars on the plaza with branded Lexus images above the fleet of cars.  The dealership will front the access road of the Dallas North Tollway with additional entry points on Spring Creek Parkway.

Park Place Lexus Plano will increase its service and make-ready bays from 68 to 119. More than 8,000 square feet will be dedicated to a dent and ding body repair as well as a tint service facility.  The service drive will encompass nearly 7,000 square feet allowing Park Place to easily provide personalized service for every client.

“After expanding the dealership 15 times over 21 years, we are simply out of space,” said Jordan Case, President of Park Place Lexus. “We started with 36 employees and have grown this store to more than 300 members today. Over the next several years, we will be adding technicians, sales associates, and service advisors among other job positions. We expect to have a 10 percent increase in jobs once the dealership opens.”

Located in Collin County, Park Place Lexus expects to see significant growth as a result of the demand for the Lexus brand as well as continued growth coming from Collin County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the population in Collin County increased nearly 60% from 2000 to 2010. Eight of the 10 fastest-growing cities in North Texas are in Collin County. Historically, after Park Place has opened a new dealership, the company has seen up to a 20 percent growth in sales and service.

The architectural firm for the project is Dallas-based Good Fulton & Farrell Architects with Hill & Wilkinson handling duties as general contractor.  Emily Owens Design Group has been selected as the interior designer.  Civil engineer is Spiars Engineering.

Park Place Lexus is the only automobile dealership in the United States to receive the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. Given by the President of the United States, the award recognizes a company for performance excellence.  Park Place Lexus Plano has also received the Texas Award for Performance Excellence and the Elite of Lexus Award 20 times in its 21-year history.