What would YOU do??? Please help!
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What would YOU do??? Please help!
I am in the market for a used lexus. My first thought was a 06 or 07 GS 350. I found a CPO with the exact specs I like. Dark gray exterior with light interior and the dark silver/gray accents. Navi is in there too - back up camera etc etc.. Has 70k miles and 2007 model, and they are asking 25k at dealer. Thoughts? Fair price? Here is the link...
http://www.lexusoftampabay.com/Vehic...-FL/1893911003
Then, there is the whole LS430 situation... Because of this fantastic forum and all the educated members sharing great info, I now kinda want the LS. Found a dark gray one with light gray interior and the cherry wood accents. Does not have Navi. It is certified like the GS is. 2006 is the model. Price is around 22k, which was lowered temporarily (not sure how much) through Jan 2nd. Here is link to this one...
http://www.lexusoftampabay.com/Vehic...-FL/1894921013
The only drawbacks I can think of are that the LS does not have Navi and I am not a huge fan of the cherry wood thing... But, would you look past all that b/c of the overall quality of the LS? I have another car that goes fast, so that is not my major concern. I am 29 years old - finance type and want a solid reliable luxury daily driver. A couple friends told me that the LS is too much of an "old man's car" for what thats worth... I do not agree and personally could care less about other peoples opinions. However, members here I would like to know your opinions, so any thoughts or advice is greatly appreciated. I look forward to officially joining the lex fam!!!
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http://www.lexusoftampabay.com/Vehic...-FL/1893911003
Then, there is the whole LS430 situation... Because of this fantastic forum and all the educated members sharing great info, I now kinda want the LS. Found a dark gray one with light gray interior and the cherry wood accents. Does not have Navi. It is certified like the GS is. 2006 is the model. Price is around 22k, which was lowered temporarily (not sure how much) through Jan 2nd. Here is link to this one...
http://www.lexusoftampabay.com/Vehic...-FL/1894921013
The only drawbacks I can think of are that the LS does not have Navi and I am not a huge fan of the cherry wood thing... But, would you look past all that b/c of the overall quality of the LS? I have another car that goes fast, so that is not my major concern. I am 29 years old - finance type and want a solid reliable luxury daily driver. A couple friends told me that the LS is too much of an "old man's car" for what thats worth... I do not agree and personally could care less about other peoples opinions. However, members here I would like to know your opinions, so any thoughts or advice is greatly appreciated. I look forward to officially joining the lex fam!!!
Cheers,
Joe
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Joeb - that was my concern - and I only have these concerns b/c of my obsession with reading this forum the last few days... You would go with LS even without Navi? at this price too?
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2007's with similar mileage are listed for around 20-22k in my area. Obviously prices vary by region, but it shouldn't be too far off.
My insurance company just paid me $25k for my totaled 2006 GS with 75k miles, so maybe I'm underestimating their value.
I had zero rattle issues with my GS btw.
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So is this something I should jump on then? Or wait it out to find a better deal? I love that combo on this GS - not sure how rare that is to find... What would make this a screaming buy? If I could get them down to 24K for everything (tax/tag/title) out the door? Also, I plan on paying cash for the car... Does this help in negotiating at all?
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So is this something I should jump on then? Or wait it out to find a better deal? I love that combo on this GS - not sure how rare that is to find... What would make this a screaming buy? If I could get them down to 24K for everything (tax/tag/title) out the door? Also, I plan on paying cash for the car... Does this help in negotiating at all?
A dealer would rather finance because they make money on that too.A small mount usually but something.
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So, if I can get that GS for 22.5K go ahead and pull the trigger? What about the rattling issues that people complain about? Long term this car will last another 5 years without too many other problems? The CPO is good for three years or 100k miles I believe... Thank you again for your help.
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So, if I can get that GS for 22.5K go ahead and pull the trigger? What about the rattling issues that people complain about? Long term this car will last another 5 years without too many other problems? The CPO is good for three years or 100k miles I believe... Thank you again for your help.
Drive it.If you don't have any rattles,you're fine.
$22.5K is a decent price to me.I'd go lower but if you're happy at that number,buy it.
Do some reading here before you buy.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...eneration-153/
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I will test drive it as soon as I get back to Tampa. I am happy at that number if you all think it is good. Otherwise, I will wait it out to find another deal... I do not want to get hosed. All the other fees will add a bunch to overall out the door amount. What would your price be that would not allow you to walk away from it?
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Also, the GS350 rear-wheel-drive comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine and a six-speed sequential-shift automatic transmission. Was this updated for 06 from the 05 model? I can look at earlier years if not. Additionally, is the CPO really worth it for the piece of mind or are pretty much all Lexus GS and LS solid? Should I get greedy and go for a private seller and pick one up for 15-17K with 90K or 100K miles on it to save 10K plus??