My main requirements are:

• Total budget around £500, maybe a little more for something genuinely useful


• Good all-weather protection for the boot and rear seats


• Accessories that don’t look cheap or interfere with the car’s sensors


• Something to make phone charging and storage less annoying


• Prefer genuine Jaguar parts or well-reviewed alternatives that fit properly

I read that the rubber boot liner and genuine rubber mats are popular, but some owners say aftermarket liners fit just as well for much less money. I’ve also seen recommendations for a wireless CarPlay adapter and a boot organizer, although I’m confused about compatibility between different F-PACE model years. Roof bars keep coming up too, but I’m not sure they’re worth it since I’d only use them a couple times a year.

Which F-PACE accessories have you found genuinely useful, and which ones turned out to be a waste of money? Also, are there any must-have items I’m overlooking?

My main use will be commuting during the week and longer trips around the UK with my partner and a dog, so the boot is going to get messy pretty quickly. I’m thinking about all-weather floor mats, a proper boot liner, a rear seat protector, and maybe some kind of dog barrier. I’d also like a screen protector because I’m already worried about fingerprints and scratches on the big displays. The standard wireless charging area seems to get mixed reviews too, so I’m not sure whether there’s a better phone holder or charging solution that works without blocking the screen.

The home charging accessories are confusing as well. The car is being installed with a 7kW wallbox, but I want a reliable portable charging cable for visits to family and occasional campsites. Is the Porsche-branded cable worth it, or are there reputable third-party options that are fully safe and compatible with the Macan Electric? I’ve seen people mention issues with cable storage, so an organiser or case might be useful too.

I have around £600 set aside for accessories initially, excluding the wallbox. I’m not interested in cosmetic stuff or expensive carbon-fibre bits, just practical items that protect the car and make daily use less annoying. What are the best accessories for a Porsche Macan Electric, and which Porsche items should I avoid buying because there are better alternatives?

• Under $600 total


• Easy to install


• No lost cargo space

I’ve owned and worked on cars for years, so I’m comfortable checking trim levels, measuring for fitment, and doing basic wiring, but I’ve run into a weird problem with this car: some accessories listed as fitting the 300 apparently interfere with the console, seat controls, or the factory Uconnect setup. I dont want to order a bunch of cheap parts and end up returning everything.

For comfort, I’m considering better seat cushions or leather-compatible seat covers, a center console organizer, all-weather floor mats, a phone mount, and maybe upgraded LED interior lighting. The seats are fine around town, but after two or three hours they get uncomfortable, especially the lower back. I’m also curious whether ventilated seat cushions or a quality steering wheel cover are worth it, or if they just trap heat and look tacky. Window shades and quieter door or trunk liners are also on my list if they genuinely reduce heat and road noise.

For style, I was thinking about subtle options like smoked or clear door-sill plates, better interior trim pieces, sequential mirror turn signals, black lug nuts, and maybe a low-profile rear spoiler. My budget is around $600 total, and I’d rather buy a few good accessories than cover the car in chrome or cheap carbon-fiber stickers. The car is black with the factory 20-inch wheels, so I’m trying to keep the appearance clean and slightly sporty.

What accessories have made the biggest real-world difference to your Chrysler 300’s comfort and appearance? Also, are there any popular products that tend to rattle, fade, block sensors, or cause issues with airbags and the factory electronics?

Ive owned Toyota products for years and Im comfortable checking service history, looking for accident repairs, and dealing with normal maintenance, but Im having a harder time figuring out where the real value is with used Lexus models. The prices seem all over the place. Some older ES and RX examples are only a few thousand dollars less than newer ones, while certain IS models look cheap until I start reading about insurance costs, tires, carbon buildup, or neglected maintenance.

Im shopping in the Phoenix area with a budget of around $25,000, maybe $28,000 if the car is genuinely worth stretching for. My main use would be commuting about 40 miles a day, occasional highway trips, and carrying two adults plus luggage. I dont need something sporty, although I do like the idea of an IS or GS if the ownership costs arent ridiculous. An SUV would be useful, but I dont want to pay a big premium just because its an RX.

Right now Im looking at roughly 2016-2020 ES 350s, older GS 350s, RX 350s, and possibly an NX 300. Ive also seen good prices on higher-mileage LS models, but Im assuming thats a trap unless someone has a very convincing reason otherwise. Hybrid models are interesting too, though Im nervous about battery replacement costs as these cars get older.

For people who have actually bought and owned these, which models and model years give the best combination of purchase price, reliability, comfort, and reasonable repair costs? Are there specific engines or transmissions I should prioritize or avoid? Also, is it smarter to buy a higher-mileage Lexus with complete dealer records, or pay more for a lower-mileage one with less documentation? Im trying not to make an expensive mistake here...