gveng

Well like the title says, is it a safe buy or will I have problems with the same thing down the road?

Gville350

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I've read of only a couple of members having the same issues reoccur some time after the initial carbon build-up recall services being performed. Most don't mention having additional issues thereafter; but it is totally possible.

NYKnick101

I purchase my 250 just a few thousand miles after the original owner had the carbon buildup issue. I guess he got scared away so I got the car for a steal. But I havent had any issues in the 25k+ miles ive owned the car

gveng

Thank you for the replies, looks like I'll just play it safe and look for a 350.

NYKnick101

the 250 and the 350 both have their fair share of issues. I think that cam gear issue is just as bad as the carbon buildup so do your research on both cars and see what is less of a headache to deal with. Lexus still honors the carbon buildup recall on certain cars for both recalls

Gville350

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^Yeah, but I'd rather have a cam gear replaced for free over an engine ovehaul for free any day!

gveng

Agreed!

robtwo

Fair share?

Buy cpo and don't worry

NikonGuy

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CPO still won't protect you if you have carbon buildup later on. IIRC, carbon buildup can come at any time

slickwil89

Save the headache & get a 350