Joined the 460 side!!
05-28-15, 07:13 PM
#16
Thanks! You have some great info about the extended warranty. This car was a very late build June 2012, the owner didn't buy it until late Aug 2012 so I am covered until then. I am currently having the same debate lol. I think I may get it eventually, talked to the ever so popular Toby and he said 2yr/70k would run me 1250 ish, 3 yr/75k was a bit over 2k. I think since I still have time, I may feel it out. Most likely I will get the 2 yr one, will cover me as long as CPO and I hear it's a better warranty.
Car looks fabulous. I wish you good luck with it!
05-28-15, 07:30 PM
#17
Lexus Test Driver
Thread Starter
Thanks guys!
05-28-15, 08:49 PM
#18
Lexus Fanatic
Congrats! You have excellent taste in color combos 
They do have beautiful paint on them don't they?
They do have beautiful paint on them don't they?
05-29-15, 07:27 AM
#21
Lexus Test Driver
Thread Starter
. That's a beautiful '15 you have!Thanks!
Thanks! I am certainly enjoying the ML system. Truthfully I am no audiophile expert, so perhaps it's almost a bit wasted on me. One thing I did notice on my drive back was how clear the nav sounded through that center speaker, a very nice touch! I also notice that I do not really need to turn my system up past vol 20 bc the car is so quiet haha
05-29-15, 08:22 AM
#23
Lexus Test Driver
As everyone has expressed, congratulations on your purchase!
Looks to be a very well maintained LS!
Wishing you a great ownership experience and miles accompanied by smiles!
Looks to be a very well maintained LS!
Wishing you a great ownership experience and miles accompanied by smiles!
05-29-15, 12:04 PM
#24
Congrats! The LS 460 is an awesome automobile and extremely dependable. Beautiful color combination. Enjoy the comfort and features.
05-29-15, 12:11 PM
#25
I don't say this often because I think a lot of people here overpay but you got one outstanding deal.
The fact that you avoided the almost fraudulent higher millage CPO for a lower millage newer year and still under the factory warranty is the best option no matter how you look at it. 17k is almost new and depending on how many miles you put on the car you will outlive anything the CPO offers in terms of things that could go wrong as the miles pile up.
You are where many others should have been and it was a wise choice.
Congratulations.
The fact that you avoided the almost fraudulent higher millage CPO for a lower millage newer year and still under the factory warranty is the best option no matter how you look at it. 17k is almost new and depending on how many miles you put on the car you will outlive anything the CPO offers in terms of things that could go wrong as the miles pile up.
You are where many others should have been and it was a wise choice.
Congratulations.
05-29-15, 05:04 PM
#26
Lexus Champion
I don't say this often because I think a lot of people here overpay but you got one outstanding deal.
The fact that you avoided the almost fraudulent higher millage CPO for a lower millage newer year and still under the factory warranty is the best option no matter how you look at it. 17k is almost new and depending on how many miles you put on the car you will outlive anything the CPO offers in terms of things that could go wrong as the miles pile up.
You are where many others should have been and it was a wise choice.
Congratulations.
The fact that you avoided the almost fraudulent higher millage CPO for a lower millage newer year and still under the factory warranty is the best option no matter how you look at it. 17k is almost new and depending on how many miles you put on the car you will outlive anything the CPO offers in terms of things that could go wrong as the miles pile up.
You are where many others should have been and it was a wise choice.
Congratulations.
I think most would choose the route OP took if they could afford it. We're talking about finding a vehicle with the features you want, in good condition, with less than 50K miles, and an in-service date less than 4 years ago. You're still covered under the original factory warranty while you decide whether or not you wish to purchase a Lexus VSA.
There are plenty of us without the financial resources to purchase a vehicle with those parameters and who wish to have some peace of mind in the vehicle they purchase. They are the ones likely to buy that Lexus VSA -- but they can't. For them, a CPO vehicle is likely a suitable choice. You can argue that the CPO inspection process is a scam, or at least that the condition of a CPO vehicle can be highly variable despite the standards Lexus imposes for CPO eligibility and how a given dealer interprets those standards.
It's much more difficult to argue the value of a CPO warranty because subjective and objective factors play a role in that valuation. And it's a probably a good idea to "trust and verify": do the same due diligence with a CPO vehicle as with a non-CPO vehicle, including getting a pre-purchase inspection from a third party who has no vested interest in the outcome.
05-29-15, 08:35 PM
#27
Lexus Test Driver
Thread Starter
I don't say this often because I think a lot of people here overpay but you got one outstanding deal.
The fact that you avoided the almost fraudulent higher millage CPO for a lower millage newer year and still under the factory warranty is the best option no matter how you look at it. 17k is almost new and depending on how many miles you put on the car you will outlive anything the CPO offers in terms of things that could go wrong as the miles pile up.
You are where many others should have been and it was a wise choice.
Congratulations.
The fact that you avoided the almost fraudulent higher millage CPO for a lower millage newer year and still under the factory warranty is the best option no matter how you look at it. 17k is almost new and depending on how many miles you put on the car you will outlive anything the CPO offers in terms of things that could go wrong as the miles pile up.
You are where many others should have been and it was a wise choice.
Congratulations.
With respect, I think CPO vehicles have their niche -- in case you were implying otherwise.
I think most would choose the route OP took if they could afford it. We're talking about finding a vehicle with the features you want, in good condition, with less than 50K miles, and an in-service date less than 4 years ago. You're still covered under the original factory warranty while you decide whether or not you wish to purchase a Lexus VSA.
There are plenty of us without the financial resources to purchase a vehicle with those parameters and who wish to have some peace of mind in the vehicle they purchase. They are the ones likely to buy that Lexus VSA -- but they can't. For them, a CPO vehicle is likely a suitable choice. You can argue that the CPO inspection process is a scam, or at least that the condition of a CPO vehicle can be highly variable despite the standards Lexus imposes for CPO eligibility and how a given dealer interprets those standards.
It's much more difficult to argue the value of a CPO warranty because subjective and objective factors play a role in that valuation. And it's a probably a good idea to "trust and verify": do the same due diligence with a CPO vehicle as with a non-CPO vehicle, including getting a pre-purchase inspection from a third party who has no vested interest in the outcome.
I think most would choose the route OP took if they could afford it. We're talking about finding a vehicle with the features you want, in good condition, with less than 50K miles, and an in-service date less than 4 years ago. You're still covered under the original factory warranty while you decide whether or not you wish to purchase a Lexus VSA.
There are plenty of us without the financial resources to purchase a vehicle with those parameters and who wish to have some peace of mind in the vehicle they purchase. They are the ones likely to buy that Lexus VSA -- but they can't. For them, a CPO vehicle is likely a suitable choice. You can argue that the CPO inspection process is a scam, or at least that the condition of a CPO vehicle can be highly variable despite the standards Lexus imposes for CPO eligibility and how a given dealer interprets those standards.
It's much more difficult to argue the value of a CPO warranty because subjective and objective factors play a role in that valuation. And it's a probably a good idea to "trust and verify": do the same due diligence with a CPO vehicle as with a non-CPO vehicle, including getting a pre-purchase inspection from a third party who has no vested interest in the outcome.
05-30-15, 07:26 AM
#28
With respect, I think CPO vehicles have their niche -- in case you were implying otherwise.
I think most would choose the route OP took if they could afford it. We're talking about finding a vehicle with the features you want, in good condition, with less than 50K miles, and an in-service date less than 4 years ago. You're still covered under the original factory warranty while you decide whether or not you wish to purchase a Lexus VSA.
There are plenty of us without the financial resources to purchase a vehicle with those parameters and who wish to have some peace of mind in the vehicle they purchase. They are the ones likely to buy that Lexus VSA -- but they can't. For them, a CPO vehicle is likely a suitable choice. You can argue that the CPO inspection process is a scam, or at least that the condition of a CPO vehicle can be highly variable despite the standards Lexus imposes for CPO eligibility and how a given dealer interprets those standards.
It's much more difficult to argue the value of a CPO warranty because subjective and objective factors play a role in that valuation. And it's a probably a good idea to "trust and verify": do the same due diligence with a CPO vehicle as with a non-CPO vehicle, including getting a pre-purchase inspection from a third party who has no vested interest in the outcome.
I think most would choose the route OP took if they could afford it. We're talking about finding a vehicle with the features you want, in good condition, with less than 50K miles, and an in-service date less than 4 years ago. You're still covered under the original factory warranty while you decide whether or not you wish to purchase a Lexus VSA.
There are plenty of us without the financial resources to purchase a vehicle with those parameters and who wish to have some peace of mind in the vehicle they purchase. They are the ones likely to buy that Lexus VSA -- but they can't. For them, a CPO vehicle is likely a suitable choice. You can argue that the CPO inspection process is a scam, or at least that the condition of a CPO vehicle can be highly variable despite the standards Lexus imposes for CPO eligibility and how a given dealer interprets those standards.
It's much more difficult to argue the value of a CPO warranty because subjective and objective factors play a role in that valuation. And it's a probably a good idea to "trust and verify": do the same due diligence with a CPO vehicle as with a non-CPO vehicle, including getting a pre-purchase inspection from a third party who has no vested interest in the outcome.
They do come with the warranty and convenience however they are not anywhere as close as the bargain that the OP would be able to get . A similar car at CPO prices would have been one or two years older and a lot more millage, and close to being outside the factory warranty. Not that it matters being outside the factory warranty however with a newer car you still have the factory warranty for over a year plus the power train for until 2018 which is pretty good. With that low of millage the wear and tear would be minimal at best. The best part of it all is that you get it young as an owner.
The only drawback with this kind of purchase is the availability and having to compromise on color.This car should have ended up at auction and been converted to a CPO for a lot more.
05-30-15, 09:01 PM
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I Have Arrived
As am I! Just became a Lexus owner. So far I'm loving it however I just said a tearful good by to my 2002 4cyl Toyota Camry.....just can't keep a good car down!.
The result I'm hoping for with my new/used 460 is the affiliation. So far so good. I am, however, very fortunate I found this one is such great shape. The prior one-owner took excellent care of this vehicle and it really shows. So, I have my work cut out for me but I will truly love every minute of it!
It is one sweet ride....need to upload more pix
The result I'm hoping for with my new/used 460 is the affiliation. So far so good. I am, however, very fortunate I found this one is such great shape. The prior one-owner took excellent care of this vehicle and it really shows. So, I have my work cut out for me but I will truly love every minute of it!
It is one sweet ride....need to upload more pix
05-31-15, 07:11 AM
#30
Lexus Test Driver
Thread Starter
As am I! Just became a Lexus owner. So far I'm loving it however I just said a tearful good by to my 2002 4cyl Toyota Camry.....just can't keep a good car down!.
The result I'm hoping for with my new/used 460 is the affiliation. So far so good. I am, however, very fortunate I found this one is such great shape. The prior one-owner took excellent care of this vehicle and it really shows. So, I have my work cut out for me but I will truly love every minute of it!
It is one sweet ride....need to upload more pix
The result I'm hoping for with my new/used 460 is the affiliation. So far so good. I am, however, very fortunate I found this one is such great shape. The prior one-owner took excellent care of this vehicle and it really shows. So, I have my work cut out for me but I will truly love every minute of it!
It is one sweet ride....need to upload more pix