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Old 07-26-15, 02:56 PM
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Timing Belt Done?
Old 07-26-15, 05:54 PM
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Originally Posted by jwillis123
Looking forward to enjoying the next 100k in the best car I've ever owned![/I]
You mean next 200K miles ... should be no problem with regular maintenance in AZ!
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Originally Posted by propcop
Timing Belt Done?
Previous owner did the timing belt in 2013 so I'm in good shape for quite awhile. I'm the second owner and I wasn't crazy about the mystic gold but I bought it anyway because previous owner was meticulous with service and maintenance. I got lucky.
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Originally Posted by Tom57
You mean next 200K miles ... should be no problem with regular maintenance in AZ!
Exactly! I like your optimism!
No issues other than the moonroof and the notorious rear deck subwoofer ;-)
Old 07-26-15, 09:38 PM
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Originally Posted by jwillis123
Exactly! I like your optimism!
No issues other than the moonroof and the notorious rear deck subwoofer ;-)
What moonroof issues?

I had a problem with mine squeaking over bumps, etc. in the cold, but just spraying half a can of WD40 all over the seals and tracks fixed it like a charm. It's been 3 years and I haven't heard a peep.
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Gratz! Go for 1 mil!
Old 07-27-15, 08:49 AM
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Originally Posted by jwillis123
Exactly! I like your optimism!
No issues other than the moonroof and the notorious rear deck subwoofer ;-)
Fix your sub with 2 options: Re-foam the OEM woofer (check Simply Speakers for inexpensive re-foam kit), or replace with after-market being careful about trying to match OEM speaker ohm. (Check CL threads for more info.)
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Originally Posted by AJT123
What moonroof issues?

I had a problem with mine squeaking over bumps, etc. in the cold, but just spraying half a can of WD40 all over the seals and tracks fixed it like a charm. It's been 3 years and I haven't heard a peep.
It developed a very annoying rattle when it was open. Fortunately I did buy the platinum lexus extended warranty and it covered the repair. I think I would have been out of pocket several paychecks if I didn't have the warranty. It was at the dealer about 5 days and the service advisor said it was quite a job; the track/rails and components had to be replaced.
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Wow - beautiful car - looks like new.
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Originally Posted by Jabberwock
Wow - beautiful car - looks like new.
Thanks Jabberwock! Driving a good LS is like marrying a beautiful woman who isn't crazy. I'm a lucky guy!
I think it was pictures of your car from a week or so ago that motivated me to finally wax it on Saturday.
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my son is thinking of buying a 2000 Lexus RX 300 212000 miles new trans 4 years ago seller says turn key 1500$ is this a good deal he’s 18 first car .all his savings
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^^ if in decent shape and maintained...great deal. I would buy it for 1500 all day. My mom has 00 rx300 with 285k...looks and runs great. My ls460l has 115k..same thing.
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Originally Posted by jwillis123
Previous owner did the timing belt in 2013 so I'm in good shape for quite awhile. I'm the second owner and I wasn't crazy about the mystic gold but I bought it anyway because previous owner was meticulous with service and maintenance. I got lucky.

Beautiful car, looks like new really. How many years do you estimate between changing timing belt? (outside of the mileage)
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