OCMD

Thanks for all the help - yes I have been perusing. Believe me, I know how these forums work, having been a member of 2 Yamaha Jet boat forums for years and a heavy contributor to the new members learning curves. In fact, I bought both my Yamahas off the forum. Anyway, having owned an S class and a 5 series and hated the upkeep cost, I decided to go looking for an SC 430. I have heard a Lexus is a Toyota on steroids, as an Acura is a Honda on steroids. I own 2 Hondas. and they keep on going. I figure the same for the SC430. I want this as an extra car, to use to get to the beach house in the summer, and tool around with. I read the sticky thread above. First question is what is up with these no flat tires? Sound like a real PITA and rough ride, and hard to replace if one goes. Question - can you simply put a good set of "normal" ties on the rims that c0me with an SC430? Thanks. By the way, if anyone is selling one on the site, which has a documented history such as we find with boats for sale on our boat forum, please post a link. I will ship anywhere for the right car. I am located in MD. Thanks in advance for the help. . .

texsexlex

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....welcome to the forum.....and to answer the first question.....yes you can put "normal" tires on the original rims & you will have no problems, but will add a significantly better ride. After that, you'll just need to address getting an emergency spare, just in case of a flat. I would check the classified section on the CL forum, along with Autotraders,Carguru,Craigslist, etc....you may find one well documented or one that peaks your interest....good luck in your search

Caflashbob

I have run no spare in my 98 accord for 195k miles. Obviously taking a chance..

oem spare setup is 1k and takes up rare space in the sc.

i also own a solara. 150k miles.

less repairs than the Honda.

The local Lexus dealers service writer old buddy mentioned a normal stores service runs 70% warranty then repairs.

his store runs 95% maintenance stuff.

Lots of 200-400k miles Lexus cars reported with zero issues.

Made in Japan no budget restrictions car. Like a fine watch.

OCMD

Found what appears to be a beautiful, dealer maintained 2005 with 98000 miles on it. $15,900 and I'd offer then 14.......seems like it might be a good deal. The carfax report shows it mostly maintained at a dealership. Should the 98000 miles scare me away? Thanks!

GmanSC

I think that's a good buy. The only bad thing is you don't get the upgrade of the 06+. I bough an 07 with 58K and paid $28K for it last year.

For 98,000 miles, it's will be OK. I sold a LS400 with 343K on the odo with original engine and trans.

OBP

Does the dealer maintenance record say timing belt/water pump replaced ? Time norms suggest those are required around 2014/15 for a 2005 car while the miles suggest if not done, then its coming right up. Around $1000 done well at a good indy shop, around $1700 at Lexus dealer price..

OBP

BTW my 2005 is at 91k miles and feels like it could go forever. Just small minor things is all. My timing belt water pump got done in 2014.

Moonstruck

Looks like an OK price for this car, especially if the timing belt was replaced.