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May 24, 2019 | 04:33 PM

#16

jkittlesen

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From: TX

We have a"so called rare sport" for sale in my area on Craigslist.
Black on black with saddle is not my cup of tea (Texas Heat).
Just prefer a lighter color!

Here is the link for those who prefer the Sport!

https://austin.craigslist.org/cto/d/...878524767.html

May 28, 2019 | 06:58 AM

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erkelbot

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Originally Posted by jkittlesen

My rates on my 2 month old purchase LS from a Miata stayed roughly the same FWIW!

I am not one to purchase an extended warranty but I also do my own maintenance.

Good day!

Good to know. The Miata is certainly a car I can see costing a bit more to insure due to size and how fun they are to rip around in. The LS, however, is quite different and I cannot imagine why it'd cost much if any more than a 2007 LX. The LX is heavier, just as costly to work on, had the same base price, has less safety features, etc... It's a real head-scratcher as to why they're charging me $40+ more per month with a clean record.

I also don't mind wrenching a bit, but I was looking for part coverage for the suspension and such. $250 OOP isn't bad, and assuming I only use it once that's ~$1,500 to cover the cost out of pocket. I have to imagine something will happen that'll get me for $1,500, but maybe I'll be pleasantly surprised.

The LS is in today to get an HVAC fan looked at (it's rattling and sounding like a purring cat with a death rattle at times) and repaired, as well as the suspension looked over. It's got a bit of a clunk in the front driver side -- even in comfort mode. I have a feeling the arms or air ride needs some attention, and since I bought from a local dealer that stuff is covered without warranty intervention for 30 days. Best to get it addressed ASAP.

May 28, 2019 | 07:06 AM

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RussLS460

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Originally Posted by Mikerx80

Thanks! Good to know the real cost, $5,600 seemed very steep. Nonetheless, really glad it’s done and behind me.

Was this a California car originally or did it come out of state? Shocked to hear about the control arm issues with the low miles.

May 28, 2019 | 07:07 AM

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RussLS460

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Congrats! No worries about the control arms now that they're done.

To make you feel better, thats $5,600 in Lexus dollars. That job can be done with aftermarket arms at an independent for $1,500.

Is there a specific brand of aftermarket control arms you recommend?

May 28, 2019 | 10:42 AM

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SW17LS

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Originally Posted by RussLS460

Is there a specific brand of aftermarket control arms you recommend?

Not really, I would talk with some folks that have had it done

May 28, 2019 | 06:44 PM

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Mikerx80

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Was this a California car originally or did it come out of state? Shocked to hear about the control arm issues with the low miles.

It’s lived in So. Cal. all it’s life.

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Originally Posted by SW17LS

Not really, I would talk with some folks that have had it done

I do hear that the aftermarket examples go bad much quicker than the OEM. There are a few people here that have experienced aftermarket camber kit failures within a few months...

May 28, 2019 | 08:02 PM

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SW17LS

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I mean, the OEM ones clearly aren't great...I wouldn't be worried about a quality set of aftermarket arms

May 28, 2019 | 08:36 PM

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I mean, the OEM ones clearly aren't great...I wouldn't be worried about a quality set of aftermarket arms

I agree that OEM is significantly flawed as so many owners are facing these failures. But from feedback, it does seem like a better option than aftermarket although aftermarket is a much cheaper alternative. This is the primary reason why I will go with OEM when I get around to swapping out my rear cambers.