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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 10:20 AM
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Sup guys, just wanted to introduce myself to you and tell you my situation. Name is Nick and I currently own a 1991 nissan 300zx. I've been having some problems with her so I decided that I'm going to put it on the market. Now my uncle is trying to sell me his 1998 lexus gs400 that only has 30,000 miles on it. I've driven it a few times and I love the ride of it and the power it has. When i say immaculate condition, thats all this car is. Always garaged, never seen rain or snow here in MA, all maint. done by dealer. The only upgrade he has to it i believe are the 17" chrome wheels from the factory but I'm not sure what comes stock on these cars and what doesnt. I would really just like to educate on these cars and any problems that are common or any issues i should face with in the future. The only thing thats pushing me away is that its a 10 year old car already. Also the car is black with tan leather i believe and always covered with his car cover in his heated garage. I'll try to get some pics of it but any comments or ideas are greatly appreciated. Also how much would i be expecting to offer him?

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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 10:32 AM
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WOW only 30k in miles can I buy this car you should have no problems with this car.... Good luck can't wait to see the pictures and WELCOME luda42688
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 10:33 AM
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Considering the mileage is so low, I'd say your looking to spend anywhere from $15k - $16k ... Welcome to CL
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 10:34 AM
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Expect the engine to last 10 times (litereally) as many miles as it has now
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 10:41 AM
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If he was right on the $$$ I'd be all over it even though it's 10 yrs old.
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 10:44 AM
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Congrats & welcome
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 11:09 AM
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PICK...

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ASAP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 11:11 AM
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30K grab it NOW, will out last any other car, a no brainer here
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 11:48 AM
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That is one cool uncle to have a golden nugget like that all tucked away and is offering it to you...sometimes its better to be lucky than good.

Good luck and congrats.
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 11:51 AM
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Nice luck you got there. 30k on a 98? Sweet.

As for common issues its been discussed for a while:

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=244106
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 11:53 AM
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Welcome to Club Lexus, Nick
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 11:57 AM
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you have a 1991 Z32 and you're worried a 1998 GS400??

if it's been maintained, i'd pick it up in a heartbeat.
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 01:07 PM
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Welcome to the forums Luda! We need pictures :P It's a required initiation into this family haha.

GRAB THAT SUCKA NOW!!!
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Old Feb 6, 2008 | 06:38 PM
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grab it
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Old Feb 7, 2008 | 07:15 AM
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thanks for the warm welcome guys, Well I'm probably going to go over there today and take some pics of it for you guys and to see3 what hes asking and all that. Also I've been looking around for aero kits or lips and can't find a good site so if you guys know any that would be awsome
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