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Old Feb 26, 2017 | 09:33 AM
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So... Well, I recently got a 2008 IS 350 for $11,900. Has 98,000 miles on it! Super EXCITED!

So far I took it to a Lexus dealership and had a pre-purchase inspection done. Everything checked out. Even got an oil change while I was at it just for kicks. Question is...Do you think it would be wise to go ahead and change the transmission fluid?...Or just ride it out? Anyway...Feels good to be part of the family.



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Old Feb 26, 2017 | 11:50 AM
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I would do the transmission fluid as well.
Congrats to you and let mod it
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Old Feb 26, 2017 | 12:31 PM
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Goes to show there are still some good deals out there to be had on these 350s! Good buy!

First thing first, create a log-in and PW on Lexus.com and view all of the previous Lexus dealership maintenance on the car. Looks super clean though!

Welcome!
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Old Feb 26, 2017 | 12:34 PM
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Congratulations I recently changed the ATF on mine, with 56k miles
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Old Feb 26, 2017 | 01:51 PM
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Originally Posted by whitebeast
I would do the transmission fluid as well.
Congrats to you and let mod it
Thanks bro, I actually may do just that in about a week or so XD
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Old Feb 26, 2017 | 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Gville350
Goes to show there are still some good deals out there to be had on these 350s! Good buy!

First thing first, create a log-in and PW on Lexus.com and view all of the previous Lexus dealership maintenance on the car. Looks super clean though!

Welcome!
I know right! I was like..wow that is a really cheap deal! Especially for the miles. Traded my Nissan Rogue in for it. The Lexus Had 2 owners, no accidents, clean paper trail... ALOT of info on oil changes and basic maintenance. They also did the recalls as well.
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Old Feb 26, 2017 | 04:34 PM
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Headlights look great. Minor detail I know, but no oxidation is great. Good buy.
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Old Feb 26, 2017 | 04:38 PM
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Congrats and welcome to the family.. Tungsten Pearl for the winner..
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Old Feb 27, 2017 | 03:54 AM
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Originally Posted by badx33
Congrats and welcome to the family.. Tungsten Pearl for the winner..
There is just something about that color that makes this car look beautiful XD
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Old Feb 27, 2017 | 06:38 PM
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Congratulations on the car! You're going to love it. Take it to a back road if you get the chance.

As for the transmission fluid, as long as you're under ~110k-ish or so you should probably change it. The sooner the better.
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Old Feb 27, 2017 | 06:46 PM
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Welcome! Enjoy.
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Old Feb 27, 2017 | 07:22 PM
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Congrat! Enjoy ur lexus ride.

Great for mods
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Old Feb 28, 2017 | 04:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Rezno
Congratulations on the car! You're going to love it. Take it to a back road if you get the chance.

As for the transmission fluid, as long as you're under ~110k-ish or so you should probably change it. The sooner the better.
Thanks! I will make sure to look into changing it within the next month or two!
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Old Feb 28, 2017 | 04:28 AM
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Originally Posted by gamma113
Congrat! Enjoy ur lexus ride.

Great for mods
Cant wait to do a few mods :P
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I have an F-Sport air filter and lower air box available. If your looking for wheels I also have some forged F-Sport 19's for sale
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