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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 01:13 PM
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Hi I'm new to these forums and signed up looking for some advice. I'm looking a 1992 Lexus SC300 right now and debating on whether or not to purchase it. It has a whopping 265k miles on it but i really like it because it is the only stock 5 speed in my area that i have seen in a while. It is priced at 3000 by the dealer. Would this be a good purchase? And what is the average price for a good swap on it in case the engine fails soon after the purchase?
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 01:27 PM
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hmmmm for me i wouldnt pay 3 grand becase the mileage is to high.

id rather pay little more for a lower mileage one.
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 01:33 PM
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Yeah i was thinking the same, but its so hard to come across a factory 5 speed that's why i was debating it.
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 01:52 PM
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yes they are non existent here in canada im sure others will tell u to get it,,,,,,,pics, details would be nice
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 01:55 PM
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How is the carfax?

Any receipts in the glove box?

The body, any form of rust, ding, dents?

Interior clean?

Everything works?


Many things to think about here. I would say normal for a dealer price, but a little high from an individual. If you are set on having a five speed, then buy it. Its your money, and your future car. We can help on fixing anyhting about it in a matter of using the search button on here... :-)
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 02:04 PM
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Is the dealer willing to budge on the price?
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 02:17 PM
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Thank you guys for the input. Im gonna get some more details on the car and report back here
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 02:23 PM
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Originally Posted by hypervish
Is the dealer willing to budge on the price?
The dealership that has it is closed now but ill talk to them tomorrow and see. I doubt it though its kinda hard to negotiate with dealerships. ill find out after i get some more info on the car
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 07:33 PM
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Dont buy it unless the maintenance was meticulous and all the stuff that goes out on sc's has been replaced
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Old Aug 14, 2012 | 08:42 PM
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Originally Posted by 2jznosht
Dont buy it unless the maintenance was meticulous and all the stuff that goes out on sc's has been replaced
What are the main thing that would have to be replaced? I'm sorry I'm kinda new to Lexus in general
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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 11:33 AM
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Hey AvengdSC7X! I have this '96 5-speed for sale: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/lex...ed-7900-a.html. Not $7900, not $5900 - make an offer. Where do you live in GA?
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