engine needs 18k in repairs, lexus won't cover
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engine replacement
if Lexus will not cover it buy a used low mileage engine from ebay or www.car-part.com and have some good independent shop install it for you 18 grand for engine repair is crazy in my opinion good luck
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mine was making a noise like water was rushing back towards the back of the car when i drove off from a stand still, ended up being the water pump so it was replaced around 30k. It is a known issue make sure that they know that you know that. I dont see how they wont honor the warranty.
If they dont drop an is350 engine and a new water pump in and call it a day:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2006-07-08-0...0229c0&vxp=mtr
with labor I dont see it being over 4k on the high end.
If they dont drop an is350 engine and a new water pump in and call it a day:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2006-07-08-0...0229c0&vxp=mtr
with labor I dont see it being over 4k on the high end.
#22
yes, they replaced my waterpump too at 67k - I didn't even ask for it, the tech noticed it leaking. sounds like a real defective waterpump on our cars, along with the carbon buildup, rear brake caliper locking up and a few others.
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Time to hit up some complaint websites.
Type it out in a calm manner, no swearing, just the facts of the story.
Post here:
http://www.complaintsboard.com/
http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/lexus.html
http://www.pissedconsumer.com/
there was somehwere called commurist or something, find that place too
How could this happen with no warning lights?
Type it out in a calm manner, no swearing, just the facts of the story.
Post here:
http://www.complaintsboard.com/
http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/lexus.html
http://www.pissedconsumer.com/
there was somehwere called commurist or something, find that place too
How could this happen with no warning lights?
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I feel the same way. The only thing I left out from the day it broke down is that my AC cut out for a bit before I started hearing the noise. What I don't get is the dealer said my water pump failed which caused internal damage to the engine and now it's wear and tear. My car is out of town with the engine disassembled. It's going to cost to get it towed to get a 2nd opinion, let alone a shop nearby. I'm gonna try one more complaint with Lexus and if they still won't cover I'll have to consider totaling it.