2009, low miles, question (s)
08-08-15, 06:27 AM
#16
Lexus Test Driver
2009, low miles, question (s)
That is a horrible price. Keep looking. Took me at least 6 months to find the one I wanted and I drove 3 hrs to get it.
Personally I would have to have ML audio, adaptive cruise, and I love my reclining rear seats. But make sure to check the Vin on the Lexus site for its service history. These cars can have many different options and the last thing you want is to buy the car and regret not having one. Take your time. It's worth it.
Personally I would have to have ML audio, adaptive cruise, and I love my reclining rear seats. But make sure to check the Vin on the Lexus site for its service history. These cars can have many different options and the last thing you want is to buy the car and regret not having one. Take your time. It's worth it.
08-08-15, 06:41 AM
#17
Lexus Test Driver
, and that was a few months ago. Be patient, CPO is nice, but as many have said it's not necessarily a must on these cars. '12 is a great year b/c there's no real issues that I have heard of with them. From what I hear mid build '11s and onwards address the control arm issues, the wind noise thing was addressed in the facelift '10s, though not all '07-09s have that issue.
08-08-15, 08:02 AM
#18
Intermediate
Thread Starter
thanks again, I just got a call from the dealer... he will move down to $36K, throw in 2 of the things I wanted, charge for the plastic protective film and $429 conveyance fee. Now you guys have me thinking of a '12 and waiting.....
08-08-15, 09:08 AM
#19
Intermediate
Thread Starter
I also see control arm issued on 2007-2008, I know the 2010 redesign supposedly fixed this but I cannot see any complaints on 2009, we it an issue? Thanks again
08-08-15, 11:35 AM
#20
Lead Lap
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I just had the front control arms replaced on my 2010 LS 460. It was covered by Lexus CPO warranty. But, if you don't have a warranty, you can buy the parts on Ebay and have a local shop do it for about $1200. Even less if you DIY.
08-08-15, 12:15 PM
#21
Also, I wouldn't let the dealer put on the clear bra. If they do it in-house most likely they won't do the best job, and overcharge you to boot (isn't that really the same thing?). And if they farm it out, they're charging you a commission on top of what you would pay directly to the detail shop.
08-08-15, 12:34 PM
#22
Intermediate
Thread Starter
Still seems high. Did you ever plug the specifics into those websites to see the values?
Also, I wouldn't let the dealer put on the clear bra. If they do it in-house most likely they won't do the best job, and overcharge you to boot (isn't that really the same thing?). And if they farm it out, they're charging you a commission on top of what you would pay directly to the detail shop.
Also, I wouldn't let the dealer put on the clear bra. If they do it in-house most likely they won't do the best job, and overcharge you to boot (isn't that really the same thing?). And if they farm it out, they're charging you a commission on top of what you would pay directly to the detail shop.
08-08-15, 12:47 PM
#23
Lexus Champion
Use sites such as Cargurus.com, cars.com, and autotrader.com to research asking prices. You can use various filters to narrow the selection criteria.
08-08-15, 01:02 PM
#24
Intermediate
Thread Starter
I had been using KBB but will check the others, I just saw this one and know this is one to stay away from, too low always means be careful
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...07319345&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...07319345&Log=0
08-08-15, 03:22 PM
#25
Lexus Test Driver
I had been using KBB but will check the others, I just saw this one and know this is one to stay away from, too low always means be careful
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...07319345&Log=0
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...07319345&Log=0
08-09-15, 04:35 AM
#28
Lead Lap
iTrader: (1)
You shouldn't trust ANY used car for being in good mechanical shape and with no accident history. Even CPO vehicles have have these issues. I have owned a CPO that had body damage and another that needed control arms. Yes, the repair was covered under warranty but I had to drive 100 miles to the dealer(twice) and drive a dirty, smelly loaner for three days.
08-09-15, 09:59 AM
#29
Pole Position
At the end of the day, buying a used car is certainly crap shoot. I'm not saying don't buy used, because every Lexus I've owned has been. Just keep in mind that it's near impossible to know every little thing about the car since it's very easy to hide discrepancies.
I still say with your budget, look for an 11 or 12 with ML system. Have the car looked over by a reputable tech or pay Lexus the $125 or so to have it done. Even then, there are no guarantees. But keep in mind, you are getting what started out as an $80K car for less than half price. Even a car with some moderate damage, if repaired properly will be a dream car.
Take your time, do you homework and you'll love your car.
I still say with your budget, look for an 11 or 12 with ML system. Have the car looked over by a reputable tech or pay Lexus the $125 or so to have it done. Even then, there are no guarantees. But keep in mind, you are getting what started out as an $80K car for less than half price. Even a car with some moderate damage, if repaired properly will be a dream car.
Take your time, do you homework and you'll love your car.
08-09-15, 10:02 AM
#30
Intermediate
Thread Starter
I am walking from this deal for a silly reason, it is a gold edition, I did not understand and thought they all had what I consider the ugly gold on them, but no, and I cannot see myself driving that. And yes, I will slow down and look for an '11 or '12, maybe I can get lucky and find a low mileage one in my budget. I was going to have this looked at by another Lexus dealer, that is a no brainer. Thanks
