GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005) Discussion about the second generation GS300, GS400 and GS430 (1998 - 2005)

Buying 99 gs400 Tomorrow...*guidance*

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Old 09-21-11, 01:17 AM
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Should of tried for 5k flat.
Old 09-21-11, 02:11 AM
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sounds like a good deal
Old 09-21-11, 06:41 AM
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Originally Posted by vanquish2
Yeah know I've tried that site in the past and I wasn't terribly impressed.....especially compared to what the dealer can provide. Most dealers are willing to help you out....some will even email the complete service history to you!
My car had 6 pages of information...that's how I knew I had a great car before the purchase. The original owner did a lot of dealer work.
Old 09-21-11, 07:38 AM
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Be leary....ask about a collision in the rust area. I haven't seen a factory installed Lexus panel rust that way. It typically means there has been an aftermarket or a poorly installed factory replacement panel that caused the rust.
Old 09-21-11, 07:59 AM
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Originally Posted by GokuSSJ3
My car had 6 pages of information...that's how I knew I had a great car before the purchase. The original owner did a lot of dealer work.
I can top that. My car had 13 pages when I bought it two years ago.
Old 09-21-11, 08:48 AM
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Originally Posted by NEbiker10
I found a good deal on one close by: 99 gs400 $5200 128k 2 owners gray color timing belt was replaced at 86k.

Anything I need to look for or double check out of the ordinary,
You want to ask about spark plugs too. They get changed out at 120k.
Old 09-21-11, 03:35 PM
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your getting a good price but the reality is, pur vehicles are getting old now Its 12 years old, price is realistic. I remember when my car was 3 years old, now its almost going on 10! I have to face the reality now that my car isnt that $30k car it used to be.

$5200 IS a good deal. Congrats!
Old 09-21-11, 08:03 PM
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Your going to love that engine . .
Old 09-21-11, 08:12 PM
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starter, ask if hes had any problems with it, also alternator just get it checked as well.
Old 09-21-11, 09:08 PM
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Ended up buying the car for 5000 flat. This guy took CARE of this thing!!!!

Always garaged and he always brought it to the lexus dealer for everything!!! I had a folder of all its services and oil changes and any repair for 10 years. everything has been replaced on time or before it.

Quick Pic

www.flickr.com/photos/darealthing/6170700179

I love this thing already

Anything that I NEED to do to it???
Old 09-22-11, 04:56 AM
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Yes.....you NEED to get the SRT intake!
Old 09-22-11, 01:36 PM
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I wish I could find a deal like that over here.
Old 09-22-11, 02:14 PM
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Man that Thing is cleangood pick up
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