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Old 03-24-16, 02:51 PM
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Originally Posted by GS3Tek
If one goes out, the other 3 will be on their way out.....these things aint cheap!

At the very least, you should have them replaced in pairs.
All in time. I'm reviewing warranty options for this eventuality. Is the Route 66 Warranty offered by Penfed any good for our cars?
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Originally Posted by GS3Tek
If one goes out, the other 3 will be on their way out.....these things aint cheap!

At the very least, you should have them replaced in pairs.
Actually, my 2010 LWB had the back driverside replaced three years ago and since then no problem with other corners
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Congrats. It's a beautiful looking LS.

I particularly like the ext color and Sport wheels.

Are the Sports only available in a two-tone int scheme?
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Originally Posted by Johnny Rad
Congrats. It's a beautiful looking LS.

I particularly like the ext color and Sport wheels.

Are the Sports only available in a two-tone int scheme?
The combo is particularly striking.

Here are some better photos. No post-delivery photos as there has been a TON of pollen in the air and I wasn't able to get down for a wash today.











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Time for int pics.

Just saying.

Enjoy!
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Originally Posted by litesoarer
The combo is particularly striking.

Here are some better photos. No post-delivery photos as there has been a TON of pollen in the air and I wasn't able to get down for a wash today.

Stunning car - congratulations again! And yes, interior shots, por favor!
Old 04-06-16, 10:24 AM
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Stunningly beautiful car. Put the suspension in HEIGHT HIGH and drive on a bumpy road, listening carefully for rattling sounds from the front suspension. Check the lower B pillar trim for damage where the driver's seatbelt buckle hits when you unbuckle it. Turn the steering wheel lock to lock and listen for groaning noises. Step on the brake gently and listen for a click-spring noise. Look at the sunroof glass surround for rubber deterioration. Check the trim pieces on both sides of the windshield that run above the doors for the paint flaking off. Check the Nav surround for the matte finish scraping off.

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Here's a few.

















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Great pictures and a beautiful LS.
Old 04-08-16, 08:37 PM
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Thanks.

So i've been monitoring prices on cars optioned like mine since I closed the deal and took delivery. Maybe two weeks doesn't yield a great sample size, but I gotta ask...

How do you guys think I did on this at 26K + TTL?
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Originally Posted by litesoarer
Thanks.

So i've been monitoring prices on cars optioned like mine since I closed the deal and took delivery. Maybe two weeks doesn't yield a great sample size, but I gotta ask...

How do you guys think I did on this at 26K + TTL?
Given the great condition of the car and the Sport option, I'd say you did well on the price. I've found the best way to determine asking price is to scour sites like cars.com, looking for cars that match yours as closely as possible. Cargurus.com can give you an idea of how long the car has been listed, along with price changes (with some exceptions, like Texas).

If you've been happy with the car, whatever price you paid was worth it. Again, though, you got a good to excellent deal.
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I got a hold of the sticker on it.

Old 04-11-16, 04:17 AM
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I just checked Manheim prices. 2010 with 75K mikes average price is $24K. Keep in mind - if you buy from Manheim - you need to pay $400 auction fee and about $500 to the dealer, which takes you there. So all together is $25K. Considering all options and condition of your car - I think it's a good deal. have you bought it from Lexus or other dealer ?
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I bought it from Sewell Infiniti of Ft. Worth, but my salesman was from across the street at Sewell Lexus.
Old 04-12-16, 07:34 AM
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I second the notion that this is a great deal. While the 2010 control arms are not the newly redesigned ones (I think 2011 onwards), they aren't an expensive fix (had a Lexus tech work on my 2010 independently, he was in Grapevine). Great car, stunning condition, Sewell certainly takes care of their customers plus the price is really good. Like many have said here, you'd rather get a good deal on a great car, then a great deal on a good car (if that made sense). Hard to find one in a sport package, much less with pristine maintenance history. Welcome!

And I want to say, that interior wood trim is GORGEOUS!


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