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Old Nov 1, 2012 | 10:58 PM
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Hi to all, I recently purchased a 2000 GS400 and I've had some unfortunate luck. I was involved in an accident and the insurance company is not going to side w me even though the other driver ran the red light. My car is now in the shop and I am coming out of pocket for all damages to my car. Luckily i do have a shop that is going to work with me however I need to replace BOTH front headlights. The original lights are factory HID. I have been browsing looking for factory replacement lights and my options seem to be very expensive. I was wondering what I can do as far as replacing them w CCFL angel eyes. On all the listings I have seen for them it notes that the headlamps do not fit the factory HID and that additional purchases would be necessary . Can someone, anyone please help explain to me what exactly my options are and how much it will cost me bottom line. If anyone knows of where to get the factory headlights for cheap or used or has a link i would also be very grateful. I am in love with my 2000 GS400 and want to get her back out there ASAP. This is my first post and would appreciate ANY positive input. THANK YOU
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Old Nov 1, 2012 | 11:06 PM
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buying genuine toyota headlight is always going to cost alot, try something aftermarket if you want something cheaper, i search ebay and places like rock auto for factory replacements and i think they were less then 200.
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Old Nov 1, 2012 | 11:16 PM
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Originally Posted by calikid747
Hi to all, I recently purchased a 2000 GS400 and I've had some unfortunate luck. I was involved in an accident and the insurance company is not going to side w me even though the other driver ran the red light. My car is now in the shop and I am coming out of pocket for all damages to my car. Luckily i do have a shop that is going to work with me however I need to replace BOTH front headlights. The original lights are factory HID. I have been browsing looking for factory replacement lights and my options seem to be very expensive. I was wondering what I can do as far as replacing them w CCFL angel eyes. On all the listings I have seen for them it notes that the headlamps do not fit the factory HID and that additional purchases would be necessary . Can someone, anyone please help explain to me what exactly my options are and how much it will cost me bottom line. If anyone knows of where to get the factory headlights for cheap or used or has a link i would also be very grateful. I am in love with my 2000 GS400 and want to get her back out there ASAP. This is my first post and would appreciate ANY positive input. THANK YOU
There are places in california that have many used lexus parts. Theres a place near Sac that has a toyota/lexus yard somewhere. Check craigslist and the Forsale forums on here.
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