Looking for LS 430
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Driver School Candidate
Joined: Jun 2017
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From: MI
Looking for LS 430
Hello everybody.
I am new to the forum. This is probably one of many “looking to buy” posts, but I really need opinions and suggestion from experienced Lexus owners here.
I am looking for the first car for my kid to get through high school. He got obsessed with Lexus LS 400/430 models. I found one yesterday - 2001 Lexus LS 430 with ultra package. Seller is asking $4,000, or best offer. Car has 275,000 miles on her.
This is what seller texted me yesterday:
I ran Autocheck VIN report and it shows:
Calculated owners – 5.
No accidents.
Clean title.
2001-2007 - was leased car.
2007-2017 – looks like private owner.
Should I even consider this car with so many miles?
I really appreciate in advance any opinions and suggestions.
Regards,
MozartMan
I am new to the forum. This is probably one of many “looking to buy” posts, but I really need opinions and suggestion from experienced Lexus owners here.
I am looking for the first car for my kid to get through high school. He got obsessed with Lexus LS 400/430 models. I found one yesterday - 2001 Lexus LS 430 with ultra package. Seller is asking $4,000, or best offer. Car has 275,000 miles on her.
This is what seller texted me yesterday:
Clean LS430 runs flawlessly, corporate car most of its life. No check engine light. Just had air ride serviced and 2 ride sensors installed. Also 2 (two) timing belts, and 4 new tires last week.
Calculated owners – 5.
No accidents.
Clean title.
2001-2007 - was leased car.
2007-2017 – looks like private owner.
Should I even consider this car with so many miles?
I really appreciate in advance any opinions and suggestions.
Regards,
MozartMan
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2014
Posts: 1,129
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From: DFW, TX
This is just my opinion but that's a lot of miles and I would be leary to purchase it. There are other things besides the motor and trans that will need replacing with that much mileage (suspension, door locks, steering wheel motors, etc). Just know they are going to have a hard time selling it and so will you if you buy it. I would have to get it for a really low price and consider it that you will probably be the last owner of the car. I would also have it looked over by a mechanic first.
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Joined: Jan 2017
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From: WA
Here is a car almost identical to the one I bought this past January. Found it online ans it was list for $3850 with 130,000 miles on it.
My buy the body is in rougher shape but the interior shots are just like mine. Picked mine up for $3636 after trading in my 97 Toyota
Avalon XLS with 226,000 miles on it.
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...delCode1=LS430
My buy the body is in rougher shape but the interior shots are just like mine. Picked mine up for $3636 after trading in my 97 Toyota
Avalon XLS with 226,000 miles on it.
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...delCode1=LS430
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Joined: Sep 2011
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From: Nor CA
Likely a good decision... There will be a lot of other choices ... may have to widen your search radius but it will be worth it down the road.... Great car and rare that a high school person really wants one and not some low slung sport car... Good luck... post us with what you end up acquiring (and pictures are always good....)
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Driver School Candidate
Joined: Jun 2017
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From: MI
Likely a good decision... There will be a lot of other choices ... may have to widen your search radius but it will be worth it down the road.... Great car and rare that a high school person really wants one and not some low slung sport car... Good luck... post us with what you end up acquiring (and pictures are always good....)
I ended up with 2007 GS 350 AWD. Here are some pics.
https://www.clublexus.com/g/album/7572356
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Joined: May 2010
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From: TX
Congrats on the purchase and certainly hope it works out well for your new driver. AWD will help in MI that's for sure.
Looks nice and clean. Will have a sportier/firmer ride than the LS, but I'm sure it's appreciated. Great job Dad.
Looks nice and clean. Will have a sportier/firmer ride than the LS, but I'm sure it's appreciated. Great job Dad.
Pole Position
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 360
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From: StL, MO
Here is a car almost identical to the one I bought this past January. Found it online ans it was list for $3850 with 130,000 miles on it.
My buy the body is in rougher shape but the interior shots are just like mine. Picked mine up for $3636 after trading in my 97 Toyota
Avalon XLS with 226,000 miles on it.
My buy the body is in rougher shape but the interior shots are just like mine. Picked mine up for $3636 after trading in my 97 Toyota
Avalon XLS with 226,000 miles on it.