Apprehensively considering a GS430 over 100K miles
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Apprehensively considering a GS430 over 100K miles
Hi everyone,
So I've been entertaining the idea of upgrading from my 2005 Kia Sorento to something like a used luxury sedan for a while now. I really like what I've read and seen about the GS430, and found what seems like a good price for one semi-locally. They're asking in the 13,000's and it is loaded with Nav, Mark Levinson, Cooled seats, etc. My concern is that the car has 105,000 miles - only slightly less than my Sorento (still a heck on a upgrade). It seems like an awful lot of car for the money, but how big of a caution would you put on buying one of these that has that much wear? I've heard great things about Lexus build quality and maintenance costs, but I'm looking for additional opinions.
Looking forward to any thoughts you might have!
Thanks,
J
P.S. Hoping I've posted this on the right sub-forum!
So I've been entertaining the idea of upgrading from my 2005 Kia Sorento to something like a used luxury sedan for a while now. I really like what I've read and seen about the GS430, and found what seems like a good price for one semi-locally. They're asking in the 13,000's and it is loaded with Nav, Mark Levinson, Cooled seats, etc. My concern is that the car has 105,000 miles - only slightly less than my Sorento (still a heck on a upgrade). It seems like an awful lot of car for the money, but how big of a caution would you put on buying one of these that has that much wear? I've heard great things about Lexus build quality and maintenance costs, but I'm looking for additional opinions.
Looking forward to any thoughts you might have!
Thanks,
J
P.S. Hoping I've posted this on the right sub-forum!
Last edited by proggator; 05-16-13 at 01:41 PM. Reason: P.S.
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can't really say... 13k sound about right...
GS430 still use the old V8 engine, don't remember if it was a belt or chain but Toyota are pretty reliable so i wouldn't worry too much
GS430 still use the old V8 engine, don't remember if it was a belt or chain but Toyota are pretty reliable so i wouldn't worry too much
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Do it! LOL. If everything checks out, I would jump on it. Just look for basic stuff or take a mechanic friend with you. Just look for leaks, cracks in hoses or belts etc etc. Doubt you will find much though, as these cars are built like tanks.
Heck, I bought my GS430 with 139K miles on it, because I needed a ride right then (old car was totaled)....it was a gamble but the price was sweet at 17K.. (so I thought....but compared to your price..lol) Also is loaded with Marklev, cooled etc. everything but the pcs and laser cruise.
At 13K.... yours sound like a sweet *** deal. Just have some extra money aside for usual wear and tear, i.e. brakes and tires.
I was lucky enough to get my car from an 'obsessive' owner... was able to see all service records performed, and everything was done at the dealer. Oil changes, timing belt, etc. Mine was probably a lease. See if maybe you can pull up any records on how the car was maintained.
In my case, so far, it worked out pretty well. Not one thing had to be 'fixed'. Just usual brakes and tires, but that's after 15K of driving. Engine and tranny are still silky smooth. A dream to drive. Drove to Miami twice already (from Atlanta. That's a 670 mile/9 hour trip). Drove it non stop twice. Both times without a single hiccup.
Heck, I bought my GS430 with 139K miles on it, because I needed a ride right then (old car was totaled)....it was a gamble but the price was sweet at 17K.. (so I thought....but compared to your price..lol) Also is loaded with Marklev, cooled etc. everything but the pcs and laser cruise.
At 13K.... yours sound like a sweet *** deal. Just have some extra money aside for usual wear and tear, i.e. brakes and tires.
I was lucky enough to get my car from an 'obsessive' owner... was able to see all service records performed, and everything was done at the dealer. Oil changes, timing belt, etc. Mine was probably a lease. See if maybe you can pull up any records on how the car was maintained.
In my case, so far, it worked out pretty well. Not one thing had to be 'fixed'. Just usual brakes and tires, but that's after 15K of driving. Engine and tranny are still silky smooth. A dream to drive. Drove to Miami twice already (from Atlanta. That's a 670 mile/9 hour trip). Drove it non stop twice. Both times without a single hiccup.
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I hate to come back without a success story, but I checked in with the seller today to find out about some of the maintenance records, and it turns out it sold yesterday!
(Now, which one of you sleuths found it from here and snapped it up?) :P
No big deal though. It sure seemed like a great buy, but I'll keep my eyes peeled for the next one, and I'll feel more readily assured about handling high mileage.
Thanks for the responses everyone, and hopefully I can proudly join the Lexus owner's club one day!
(Now, which one of you sleuths found it from here and snapped it up?) :P
No big deal though. It sure seemed like a great buy, but I'll keep my eyes peeled for the next one, and I'll feel more readily assured about handling high mileage.
Thanks for the responses everyone, and hopefully I can proudly join the Lexus owner's club one day!
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Seems that central and south Florida always have auctions and venues where you can get great deals on vehicles. I have a coworker that purchased his 09 GS350 near Orlando for about 22k. Research which you want to have the most and start hunting!
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I hate to come back without a success story, but I checked in with the seller today to find out about some of the maintenance records, and it turns out it sold yesterday!
(Now, which one of you sleuths found it from here and snapped it up?) :P
No big deal though. It sure seemed like a great buy, but I'll keep my eyes peeled for the next one, and I'll feel more readily assured about handling high mileage.
Thanks for the responses everyone, and hopefully I can proudly join the Lexus owner's club one day!
(Now, which one of you sleuths found it from here and snapped it up?) :P
No big deal though. It sure seemed like a great buy, but I'll keep my eyes peeled for the next one, and I'll feel more readily assured about handling high mileage.
Thanks for the responses everyone, and hopefully I can proudly join the Lexus owner's club one day!
Theres a saying! Snooze, You lose! But, dont worry tax season is starting to taper off, so you will find more deals out there.