Very low mileage beautifully kept 1995 400SC For Sale
For Sale1995 Lexus SC400
May 1, 2025, 05:05 PM | Replies: 22 | Views: 3423
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Price
$5,000• OBO
- Location Los Angeles, CA, 90036, USA
- Condition Used
- VIN JT8UZ30C4S0045608
- Mileage 83,500
- Engine 8 cyl
- Drive Type 4WD
- Transmission Automatic
- Vehicle Type Coupe
- Exterior Color Other
Description:
Second owner with all pertinent paperwork. Royal Jade Pearl Color. Paint 9/10. Leather Trip Package in excellent condition. Power Moonroof with Sunshade.16" Aluminum Alloy Wheels. Color Keyed Rear Spoiler. Traction Color System. And much more
Purchased in 2002 from original owner. All maintenance and repair records kept since purchase. Drives beautifully but noticed small oil leak recently which revealed head gasket motor leak which I don't want the expense of fixing now, which is reflected in the very low asking price of $5,000 OBO. Would prefer Southern California resident who can come and look over the auto, and if really interested, visit my excellent mechanic for the work needed.
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Beauty. But I'm confused about the head gasket issue- you have to mean valve cover gasket right? Minor job in comparison, wouldn't want you selling it because it just needs ~$100 in parts and several hours of labor.
These engines aren't really known for blowing a head gasket unless overheated. And a external oil head gasket leak is even more rare.
These engines aren't really known for blowing a head gasket unless overheated. And a external oil head gasket leak is even more rare.
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My mechanic, who has always been accurate and fair with the price with me, tells me it is a head gasket leak and will cost $4,800 to fix. The car has never overheated, so I am somewhat confused as what I have read about this problem in that it is usually is caused by overheating. That is why the price is so low, to allow someone to pay for the head gasket work, and still have a Lexus of this vintage and condition for a total cost of $10,000. Thank you for taking the time to let me know your thoughts on the subject.
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The mechanic I saw today said the leaks come from the cam seals and transmission return line, with the major problem and cost being the cam seals. He didn't quote me price on the cam seals as he said he doesn't have the tools to fix it. I don't know now what I'm going to do with the car at this point. Thanks for the input.
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The mechanic I saw today said the leaks come from the cam seals and transmission return line, with the major problem and cost being the cam seals. He didn't quote me price on the cam seals as he said he doesn't have the tools to fix it. I don't know now what I'm going to do with the car at this point. Thanks for the input.
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