Noela

Hi,

I have a high mileage 91 Maxima with about 270K miles. I'm thinking
of buying another used car, and considering a Lexus that costs less
than $15,000.00. I have considered newer maxima models too, and could
fine some 2000s around that price.

The main reason I'm moving from my current maxima is the mounting cost
of repairs on a 12 year old car - i had so far sunk about $2000 into
this car this year alone, replacing a number of broken parts.

If I buy a 1994 Lexus, what kinds of expensive repairs should I
anticipate?

Would it be better to get a newer maxima or a GS300 or even a 1994 LS400?

Thanks in advance for your assistance ..

/N

Rice

The answer depends on your priorities.
If you are looking for a reliable mode of transportation, that you are better off with a newer Maxima.
If you'r into luxury, then you should get LS400. For about 15K, you can easily get a 97 LS400 with about a 100K miles. 100K is nothing for LS if it wasn't abused. You will porbubly heve to spend an extra 5-600 on any maintenance/repair and after that, you will have a car that will give you years of trouble-free service and luxury. Any way, that's what I did about a year ago.

persian451

man ls400 all the way, 15k cash could get you good stuff

martialart

go with a gs, you would love the ride and grate aftermarket value

Sal Collaziano

With what you're looking to spend, I think a 95 or newer LS would be perfect if you want all-out luxury and good performance.. If you're looking for something more sporty - like your Maxima, then go for a GS... The GS is like a Maxima on Luxury Steroids.

Wide LS

If you have $15k to spend you might be able to get a 95 or 96. If you do get an LS these are things to look for before buying. Power steering pump, Idle Up Valve, Water Pump, Radiator and Timing Belt. Most of those things might be replace at the dealer if you buy a the LS but those are the main things that wear first on the LS model. I have a 93 and those are the main things that I've had to replace. LS's last a long time if they're taken care of.

thailegend

Id say go with the 400. I bought my 400 for about 8k and it is real good.

ragabnh

Hey I have a better suggestion, buy a used Kia Sephia you will save tons of money. I am pretty sure you can make it to work driving it.