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Old Nov 12, 2016 | 06:11 AM
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My 2007 GS 350 has 213,000+ miles and is in need of a catalyst converter, exhaust manifold and is burning oil. Should I repair it or replace it?
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Old Nov 12, 2016 | 08:33 AM
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Get a few quotes from exhaust shops around your area. They can probably cut and weld the bad sections of the pipe.

If the work is say, less than $1000, that's not much to spend on an otherwise dependable luxury car.

Burning oil is a common issue as these engines get old. Maybe you can try decarbing the engine to see if it helps.
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Old Nov 12, 2016 | 01:37 PM
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Old Nov 12, 2016 | 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Creole222
My 2007 GS 350 has 213,000+ miles and is in need of a catalyst converter, exhaust manifold and is burning oil. Should I repair it or replace it?
In order to decide what to do with the car please tell us:
Which cat converter is bad? Front left, front right or rear cats? And how much oil does it burn, how many miles before you have to add a quart of oil?
Thanks
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