Lei88

Hi all,

Been looking at IS250s and IS350s and went to take a look at one I really liked today.

2009 IS350
Here is a link to specs and VHR:
http://www.feltsmotorco.com/web/used...exas/23512319/

I took it for a drive and yes it does steer to the left a little but nothing crazy. I took it for a pre-purchase inspection and was surprised to hear that they believe it wasn't well maintained by previous owners:

dirty filters, air filter cabin filter
There are aftermarket sway bars (Should i be worried about that? or is that a plus?)
Seems like brakes weren't flushed at 30k and 60k as recommended
needs new tires and rotors soon (i can deal with that)
needs new wiper blades (sign of neglect or don't worry?)

Inspector said if I did purchase this vehicle that it'll be advised to increase frequency of oil changes in order to get it caught up.... is something I can do?

Should I be worried?

Also: It was recalled 2014 for the NHTSA #14V647
Potential fuel pressure sensor issue (I've read other owners on this forum having this pop up, they serviced their vehicles with no problem)

Carfax shows no service records for Oil changes: only one previously at 78K miles I asked the dealer about this and he said there are no service records. I guess it is hard for me to believe that a Lexus owner would take the time to put sway bars on but not change the oil?

Dealer will not negotiate price lower as it is already over 3k below market value (true)

My thing is: i am ok purchasing the vehicle at the price it is at.

Can anyone give me any negotiating points or tips on how to maintain this vehicle if and when I do purchase it?

Do you all go to Lexus Dealerships only or just find a reputable shop in your area?

Sorry if my questions are all over the place.

Thanks in advance.

jay350

Maintenance is really simple on lexus I never bring my car to dealership for service I just do everything myself oil change, diff oil, spark plug, cabin filter, brake fluid, air filte and brake pads.The only thing u might want to bring ur car to dealer is probably the transmission fluid change

MWIS350

2009 I don't think you'll have major problem. Just oil change, break and spark plugs. I recommend flush transmission oil ASAP and every 70k miles even though they say lifetime. Dealer change $250 for transmission oils flush.

Zmon

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OP made a double post about this a while back. :P

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...-buy-help.html