Certified Pre-Owned GS300
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From: Rhode Island
Certified Pre-Owned GS300
Ive been looking at getting a used GS300 for a while now. I came across a certified pre-owned 2000 GS300 with 37,000 miles for only $21K. The problem is I live in RI and the car is in IL so taking it for a test drive and checking it out isn't something i can do with my day off. But im thinking that if its CPO that I might not have to worry about buying a lemon and could probably buy it without checking it out in person. The CPO warranty is for 3 years or the next 63K miles and is a lexus backed warranty. Does this seem rational to anyone or am I just being ridiculous?
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Mechanically the car is probably perfect. Cosmetically, however... Only a personal inspection will reveal stains and discoloration in the interior, paint scratches, pitted glass, door dents, etc. I also would never buy a used car sight unseen.
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GS400 or GS430 or GS 300
If you are going used spend the extra $3K and get the V8.
If you can afford the insurance and the extra money you will have a car that will grow with you as long as you don't have a lead foot.
chaskim
If you can afford the insurance and the extra money you will have a car that will grow with you as long as you don't have a lead foot.
chaskim
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Originally Posted by chuckb
I don't think I could buy a car w/out driving it and seeing it in person.
BTW-Buy a GS4 instead, unless you don't like being pushed back into your seat
BTW-Buy a GS4 instead, unless you don't like being pushed back into your seat
Chicago and suburbs use LOTS of SALT in the winter. Need to be aware of potential rust.
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Originally Posted by chuckb
I don't think I could buy a car w/out driving it and seeing it in person.
BTW-Buy a GS4 instead, unless you don't like being pushed back into your seat
BTW-Buy a GS4 instead, unless you don't like being pushed back into your seat
By the way..welcome to CL
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i would hae to agree as well, never get a car without seeing it and driving it in person. that's important. even it's a cpo, that doean't mean the car is perfect. there migth still scratches or some other damages on the car that you dont' know of
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