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Old Jan 27, 2011 | 10:18 AM
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Hey guys! I was wondering if there is anything I should look out for in particular with the car when looking at the dealer. any known issues I should be aware of. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Old Jan 27, 2011 | 05:38 PM
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IS300 doesnt' really have any major issues associated with it.
Well besides - Melting dashboard

Also check for this common stuff that's just common with every car.
- check when the last time the timing belt was changed
- make sure trans shifts smooth
- see if there's any condensation in headlights or tail lights

I dunno what else right now
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Old Jan 27, 2011 | 08:00 PM
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cool thanks man!
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Old Jan 27, 2011 | 08:46 PM
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Here's something you could look at. Look at the door jamb VIN plate, if it says 'A/TM B01B/W55' it should be LSD equipped=more fun. If it says B01A, then it has open end diff=not so much fun.
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Old Jan 27, 2011 | 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by FMLis300
Here's something you could look at. Look at the door jamb VIN plate, if it says 'A/TM B01B/W55' it should be LSD equipped=more fun. If it says B01A, then it has open end diff=not so much fun.


Will check tomorrow!! Thanks bud!
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 06:35 AM
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Your GS makes me jealous. How is the ride quality?
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Ridge
Your GS makes me jealous. How is the ride quality?
3gs's are amazing ride quality!!

But being lowered with big wheels is annoying with any car, can't be much better for 3gs. Hopefully he has air because being forced to drive at that height has to be near impossible!
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