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Old 10-08-08, 12:50 PM
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Default What Should I Buy!!! Ls430? Or Gs400?

hey check it guys, your guys opinion will matter. SINCE YOU GUYS ARE CONNISUIERS!!

im planning to pick up a lexus this week. both cars are in good condition.

its between a 2000 gs400 black on black 101xxx miles for about 11k
CLEAN TITLE 3RD OWNER


or a 2003 LS430 black on tan with 96xxx miles for 15k (haven't even bargain with the price yet too) NO ACCIDENTS A CLEAN TITLE ONE OWNER!

but ive been wanting a gs for the longest time but, the LS seems like a very good deal. and its starting to grow on to me, what would you guys do if you guys pick the LS how much should i offer him?? thanks please let me know!! THANKS =)

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never mind guys the LS was sold in a quickness!!!!! ='((((((((
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Default LS430 all the way

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never mind guys the LS was sold in a quickness!!!!! ='((((((((
Stinks, but if you come upon another one... it's a no brainer and the quick sell of that LS430 says it. The LS430 is the best car value out there for the money right now, hands down. I just got one... paid a little more than if I really went out to a regular Joe and dealed, but don't mind... LOVE IT !
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go find another LS, i was in the same boat.. haha, i've wanted a GS for the longest time to, the reason i picked the LS is because its more of an actual luxury car as far as size and features, and the GS is hella played.. haha, but then again, i kinda feel that soon the LS is gonna be the new hype, i know a few people that have switched from GS to LS platforms lately... do what u want bro
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Once you drive an LS you may never drive any other car again. If some day you decide to switch from a LS to some other brand or even another model Lexus, you'll run right back to an LS....Just my opinion, but it's also a fact for some drivers.
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I love my GS4 the size, ride and the style, but the LS platform is awesome LS= PIMP ride, also in the future for me
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i would look around for a ls. i just picked one up for 16K 2001 with 60K so deals can be had for this car.
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Originally Posted by HELLA VIP
never mind guys the LS was sold in a quickness!!!!! ='((((((((
psshh!! that just gives you an excuse to go out and look for an even BETTER one!!

now go get yourself an LS lol
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I had a 01 LS430 Ul, sold it to get a GS400, even I love the sportier ride, I missed my LS430 everyday. So I sold the GS4 and back to LS430 family.
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Well I find myself in the same situation too. I'm lookin' toward getting a LS430, and it doesnt matter what year as long as its a 02'-06'. Cant finance an 01';nonetheless I previously had a 99' GS3 and it was a dream to ride until it was totalled while I was sittin at a red-light. When the accident happened I knew it was time for a LS430. Well long story short I test drove one last week and it was a 03' with 41k mi. but the seats had punctures, and way too many dings for $17k. I guess I'll just keep searchin....Although I did see a 04' with 59k mi. w/ nav for 19k....one problem it has though is the front right caliper is leaking...but the car has a clean title though,
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Originally Posted by Cheesaleo
Well I find myself in the same situation too. I'm lookin' toward getting a LS430, and it doesnt matter what year as long as its a 02'-06'. Cant finance an 01';nonetheless I previously had a 99' GS3 and it was a dream to ride until it was totalled while I was sittin at a red-light. When the accident happened I knew it was time for a LS430. Well long story short I test drove one last week and it was a 03' with 41k mi. but the seats had punctures, and way too many dings for $17k. I guess I'll just keep searchin....Although I did see a 04' with 59k mi. w/ nav for 19k....one problem it has though is the front right caliper is leaking...but the car has a clean title though,
Look, the LS in good condition is going to run a LONG LONG time... don't settle for anything less than near perfect condition. There are so many LS430 out there right now BEGGING to be driven home and they're in tip top condition. You get what you paid for, so if you're getting a '04 for $19K.. it gonna have issues.

As reference, an '05 UL right now with about 30K miles should run you no more than $32K. '05 CL with same mileage about $29K. The numbers might even be high right about now.

But know what? Get the right LS430 and it's the best car in the market (new or used) for $30K.
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