Was wondering if anyone has any expirence with a second generation RX 330 over 150,000 miles, specifically systems that have to be repaired/replaced due to mileage and or time. I am considering purchasing an RX 330 ('04-'05) with this kind of mileage but don't want to run into massive repair costs to keep it going. I understand wear items will eventally need service (Brakes, Rotors etc.) but what about items like the Alternator, Radiator, Transmission, A/C, Suspension/Drive Train componets (assuming the car was not abused of course). Are all these componets reliable well beyond 200,000 miles?

 

At that mileage, look at the front differential cover and rear main seal. Ours started to leak around 135K and pretty soon, I will need to fix it ... depending upon where you go, it is about $1,200 (independent) to $2,000 (dealership) to repair.

Other than that and brake rotor warping, our RX330 with 163K has been flawless.

 

Our 04' RX300 at 165k is running like when we first bought it, just the usual maintenance.

 

Mine has above that milage. I've replaced the starter (not very expensive), plugs, O2 sensors, brake rotors, front fan motor (points wore out at 175K), control arms (bushings wore out), tie rods (inner and outer), ball joints, timing belt and water pump.

Most of the above items are typical wear and tear items that you would expect to replace once you get near 200K or above. Machines wear out and fail eventually friend. For the most part, I have not had any major issues with the engine or tranny. My last RX got nearly 300K before the tranny blew out and the engine was still running fine.

You are not entering a maintenance free zone though with the higher milage. Once above about 175 or 180 K I would expect you to have some issues pop up that are wear and tear items.