Parminder

First off -Hey guys hope you guys are all doing good

so I was tryning to buy a used Lexus GS 300 2006 because that is the cheapest and most of them come with around 120k milies for around 7.5k and I need a car that would last me atleast 6-8 most likely would keep it until it dies, you think Lexus with around 120k I would need it to last atleast 220k 😔😔 would be a good choice or just go with a Honda or something? And also people are telling me Lexus is a expensive car to keep moving like they would tell me if you need to replace the alternater would be around 1000- to 1500 and for radiator n things like that... I thought I would ask the people who actually own them

thanks for the help guys

sorry if typos on the phone typing

93SCMax

Find a 2007 or newer (GS350 vs GS300). You will be happy you did.

You might be lucky enough to find a good GS300, but if you do a forum search and study, you'll go with the GS350.

socaligs

iTrader: (3)

I agree with 93SCMax. If you can, try to get 07+.

lx4life

I have a 2006 and it runs great with no issues, you can get a gs350 if you want. Dont know if you are mechanically inclined, but you can save some money if you do it yourself.

Propulsion

Low ball the seller by offering $7.2K
For a 2006 GS 300 with only 120K miles, that would be a steal of a price in my opinion.
I love my 300, but the 350 has more power and a quieter interior ride.

As for cost of ownership, I’d say the warnings are overblown.
I order my parts from Ebay, Amazon and LexusPartsNow. I also have a technician who specializes in Japanese imports so my labor costs are similar to that of a Toyota Camry. In the past several months my 2006 GS has been a joy to drive. My costs includes.

- New tires and wheel balancing $741
- Replaced ballast for HID headlight $89 (part OEM from Amazon)
- Replaced actuator-assembly in power folding mirror $278. (Part from LexusPartsNow) $100 cheaper than dealership.

^^ Most of these issues were general maintenance and age related parts that ran through their lifespan. No engine troubles to report. If you can get the GS 300 for the $7.5K asking price (or under) I say go for it. Keep a small budget for general maintenance and avoid the dealerships. You can easily get 250-300K miles out of that car with proper care. Use ValvolineMax Synthetic Blend for high mileage vehicles if you make the purchase.

much luck.

speedkar9

The GS300 had carbon build up issues. That's why their resale values are much lower than 07+. Its the same around here in Canada.