I’m looking at 2009 RX 350 with 104k miles. Dealer kept. Drive belts and water pump replace at 80 some K miles. Ties have about 20k on them. No other replacements or repairs other than gen maintenance by dealer. I’m looking for any thoughts what I can expect or consider for f I go with this car. All responses are appreciated.

 

Sounds good. Where are you getting the service records from, Carfax?
Did you drive it? How does it feel? Is it all set to go, with good tires and brakes?

Can you have them put it on the lift for you to inspect the underneath and see how dry it is (no leaks), specifically near the steering rack?

 

that’s a good idea. I was wOndering how to check underneath.

 

Basically your wanting a indy shop that knows Toyota/Lexus vehicles to do a buyers inspection.....First thing I'd do is to replace the oil cooler lines w/ metal hoses, yea possibly the PO had the lines replaced under warranty, but they're still rubber hoses which will burst down the road, which will take out the engine......I used the Dorman kit.....

 

Nice!
All the ones I've looked at when I ask about the water pump service there is always no record of it being done so that's $1k you saved already.
My last car had a missing spare tire when I bought it and I didn't notice so plz look lol- and make sure you get 2 keys too.

What color paint and leather?
Add- RX350 was offered with Navigaton and without, me personally I wouldn't pay any more for the Nav no matter what the book value may say.

 

Thanks for the tips!

 

You can always do it the old fashioned way.
The RX has enough ground clearance for the average guy to get on the ground and slide under to take a peek.
The plastic splash cover under the engine will, however, obstruct some of your view.

 

Yes, the Nav is useless and outdated. The only thing I like about the touch screen is the mileage display.
The Nav screen makes it inconvenient to control the fan speed, too.