cbernardo

Hi guys,

Im looking for an opinion regarding a 1999 LX470 with 105K miles. It appears to be in excellent condition and I'm trying to determine a reasonable price.

Any thoughts as to its value? Aside from KBB I don't have much to go off of. The seller is asking for more than the kbb value, which seems to be standard for this vehicle.

Thanks in in advance for any tips or advice.

hankinid

Pay a dealer or indy shop for a pre-purchase inspection...$100 or so very well spent. Go to Lexus.com and to the owner's section. Register with user name and password. Input the truck's vin and you can see every dealer service done on the truck, and any recommended that were declined by the owner.

Get the truck on a lift and remove the front and rear under panels (skid plates). Check for rust. Have the dealer or shop connect to TIS and read all pressures in the AHC system. Did it get the water pump and timing belt replaced around 90K?

What is the asking price? KBB runs out of room for a truck with a design life of 25 years.

cbernardo

Thanks hankinid. The truck had extensive rust in the undercarriage, as well as engine compartment. I passed. I'm not a car diy guy, so it was an easy decision. I appreciate you taking the time to respond, take care.