Things to look for at a high mileage GS350 Fsports
#1
Instructor
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Things to look for at a high mileage GS350 Fsports
Hi everyone looking at a GS Fsports, it was a CPO so it's again returned at the dealer at 100k miles, Lexus service history shows leaking front and rear struts otherwise in decent condition asking for 17500. What do you guys think. Is it worth it how much does it cost to replace the struts on the Fsports. Thanks
#3
Lexus Test Driver
The reason you aren't getting many responses is because most of the owners here are sitting at half of or less than half of the mileage you are quoting.
There simply are not a lot of 100k GS owners here considering the car is at most 6 years old.
FWIW I would not pay 18k for a 100k mile GS with known suspension issues.
There simply are not a lot of 100k GS owners here considering the car is at most 6 years old.
FWIW I would not pay 18k for a 100k mile GS with known suspension issues.
#4
Instructor
Hi everyone looking at a GS Fsports, it was a CPO so it's again returned at the dealer at 100k miles, Lexus service history shows leaking front and rear struts otherwise in decent condition asking for 17500. What do you guys think. Is it worth it how much does it cost to replace the struts on the Fsports. Thanks
If you are looking to get into a GS for cheap and can do the work yourself, I'd say negotiate down and go for it. If you have to pay someone, again, I'd pass.
#5
Instructor
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I was searching at cars.com and there were many other cars in that mileage area, anyways the dealer is willing to work on the price, any idea how much it would cost to replace the struts. I don't do the work myself but have a friend of mine who charges me very minimal.
Thanks
Thanks
#6
I can only give you an estimate based on the electronically controlled struts on my GX470. Around $1800 per end. Not sure if that's anywhere in the ball park with the GS, but pretty certain it won't be less.
#7
Lexus has a good track record for reliability. I can tell you that I have an RX350 with a similar engine, the same 3.5 V6 and so far it's been great. The only issue I have heard on those engines is water pumps go out. On the GS it's right up front and fairly easy to access. Other then that make sure everything works.
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#8
If it was me I'd run away from that car. If the dampers are leaking and nobody noticed it until now, what other neglect has the car seen? I bet it hasn't had the trans fluit or diff fluid changed
either. Or the spark plugs. (although on a 2GR-FSE, that's a part of a lazy afternoon worth of work to do the plugs). I wonder if one of the owners lowered that thing and then reverted it to stock ride
height before dumping it on his lease or whatever? That's a frequent source of failed/failing dampers.
I'm probably off base, but when I look at a car like that the first thing I'm thinking is "well, this is going to need another 3 grand dumped into it to make it viable..." and that's money that can't be written into the
note, either if financing. Not very long from there and you're looking at CPOs with half the mileage.
I get skeptical very fast of cars like that....
That's the type of car where I would only buy it if I personally knew the previous OWNER and they had some good records on it.
-Mike
#9
Instructor
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Originally Posted by drgrant
IMO if its a GS (without adjustable suspension) it probably won't be anywhere near that, it's the type of thing I would want to quote out at a local reputable, non dealer shop that is willing to work on Lexus vehicles....
If it was me I'd run away from that car. If the dampers are leaking and nobody noticed it until now, what other neglect has the car seen? I bet it hasn't had the trans fluit or diff fluid changed
either. Or the spark plugs. (although on a 2GR-FSE, that's a part of a lazy afternoon worth of work to do the plugs). I wonder if one of the owners lowered that thing and then reverted it to stock ride
height before dumping it on his lease or whatever? That's a frequent source of failed/failing dampers.
I'm probably off base, but when I look at a car like that the first thing I'm thinking is "well, this is going to need another 3 grand dumped into it to make it viable..." and that's money that can't be written into the
note, either if financing. Not very long from there and you're looking at CPOs with half the mileage.
I get skeptical very fast of cars like that....
That's the type of car where I would only buy it if I personally knew the previous OWNER and they had some good records on it.
-Mike
If it was me I'd run away from that car. If the dampers are leaking and nobody noticed it until now, what other neglect has the car seen? I bet it hasn't had the trans fluit or diff fluid changed
either. Or the spark plugs. (although on a 2GR-FSE, that's a part of a lazy afternoon worth of work to do the plugs). I wonder if one of the owners lowered that thing and then reverted it to stock ride
height before dumping it on his lease or whatever? That's a frequent source of failed/failing dampers.
I'm probably off base, but when I look at a car like that the first thing I'm thinking is "well, this is going to need another 3 grand dumped into it to make it viable..." and that's money that can't be written into the
note, either if financing. Not very long from there and you're looking at CPOs with half the mileage.
I get skeptical very fast of cars like that....
That's the type of car where I would only buy it if I personally knew the previous OWNER and they had some good records on it.
-Mike
#10
Driver School Candidate
How about more info? Year? AWD or RWD? Options? Condition of rest of the vehicle?
I have a 2014 F Sport AWD with now 94k on it. I bought it in November with 83k. Miles don't scare me in the least on this car. The only issue I've had is the damn potholes in New England this year are the worst I've ever seen. Blew a bubble in the sidewall and I'm pretty sure I'll need to get at least 1 rim fixed and made to be right. Other than that it's been a pleasure. I plan on driving this car to 200k easy which I should hit in about 3 years. If you find the right car, even with miles, and it fits your budget then go for it. Good luck in your search!
#11
I probably have one of the higher mileage F sports on this site... currently at 64k.
I am experiencing no major issues at all. Being in New England with bad roads, I have one anonoying little rattle in the middle area of my dash whenever I go over bumps, but other than that it has been flawless.
I am experiencing no major issues at all. Being in New England with bad roads, I have one anonoying little rattle in the middle area of my dash whenever I go over bumps, but other than that it has been flawless.
#12
Lexus Test Driver
2 grand per strut? Damn! Just lease the damn thing! I heard u can lease CPOs now.
#13
Lead Lap
It won't cost anywhere near what it costs to replace a GX suspension. Good Christ.
#14
Instructor
Thread Starter
Originally Posted by ItzFilyO
2 grand per strut? Damn! Just lease the damn thing! I heard u can lease CPOs now.
#15
Lexus Test Driver
Oh $280 is still ok then.