'06 SC430 28k mi
#1
Pit Crew
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'06 SC430 28k mi
black/black excellent condition traded in at local Porsche dealer - believe it or not verifiable 1 owner 28,200 mi - sonic dealer so it's a no haggle price - lowered fr $23,999 to $22,900 - if dealer doesn't sell in next 2 was they ship to another sonic dealer mark it back up and start over again
good price? Thoughts or suggestions? I can't find a 1-owner that low miles '06+ like this anywhere within 500 mi or even nationwide that's not >$26k
FYI - I Have '99 ls400 perfect just turned 100k mi that id prob sell, as don't need 3 vehicles and wife has Highlander for the "space needs" vehicle
good price? Thoughts or suggestions? I can't find a 1-owner that low miles '06+ like this anywhere within 500 mi or even nationwide that's not >$26k
FYI - I Have '99 ls400 perfect just turned 100k mi that id prob sell, as don't need 3 vehicles and wife has Highlander for the "space needs" vehicle
#4
Pit Crew
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Since it's a Porsche dealer they won't entertain timing belt change. They did do a thorough inspection on brakes, rotors, etc the normal trade in oil change and put a new antenna mast on etc
but pretty sure would. It do the 90k service of timing belt/water pump etc - have a local Lexpro who would do prob for $1200 (he did same back in 2015 for my 99 LS400 that just turned 100k miles last month incl idler bearings etc for about $900) -
guess i I could try to reduce ask from $23k to $21.5 but doubtful as again Sonic "corporation" dealers do fixed pricing then after 60 days just ship to another Sonic dealer mark back up a few thousand then start all over again for another 60 days
but pretty sure would. It do the 90k service of timing belt/water pump etc - have a local Lexpro who would do prob for $1200 (he did same back in 2015 for my 99 LS400 that just turned 100k miles last month incl idler bearings etc for about $900) -
guess i I could try to reduce ask from $23k to $21.5 but doubtful as again Sonic "corporation" dealers do fixed pricing then after 60 days just ship to another Sonic dealer mark back up a few thousand then start all over again for another 60 days
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Since it's a Porsche dealer they won't entertain timing belt change. They did do a thorough inspection on brakes, rotors, etc the normal trade in oil change and put a new antenna mast on etc
but pretty sure would. It do the 90k service of timing belt/water pump etc - have a local Lexpro who would do prob for $1200 (he did same back in 2015 for my 99 LS400 that just turned 100k miles last month incl idler bearings etc for about $900) -
guess i I could try to reduce ask from $23k to $21.5 but doubtful as again Sonic "corporation" dealers do fixed pricing then after 60 days just ship to another Sonic dealer mark back up a few thousand then start all over again for another 60 days
but pretty sure would. It do the 90k service of timing belt/water pump etc - have a local Lexpro who would do prob for $1200 (he did same back in 2015 for my 99 LS400 that just turned 100k miles last month incl idler bearings etc for about $900) -
guess i I could try to reduce ask from $23k to $21.5 but doubtful as again Sonic "corporation" dealers do fixed pricing then after 60 days just ship to another Sonic dealer mark back up a few thousand then start all over again for another 60 days
#6
Sounds like it might be your next car! Take it to your mechanic and have him put it on a hoist and check it out.
I did when I bought my 09 w/ low miles, and was I ever glad.
Found a couple things that needed addressing, and talked down the car price to allow for them.
If I hadn't, I'd be out of pocket. Good luck!! So nice when it's local and you can test drive and take it to your trusted mechanic!
I did when I bought my 09 w/ low miles, and was I ever glad.
Found a couple things that needed addressing, and talked down the car price to allow for them.
If I hadn't, I'd be out of pocket. Good luck!! So nice when it's local and you can test drive and take it to your trusted mechanic!
#7
That is a find! My '06 has 150K miles. The 2006 is a good year because the model had a refresh and not only got new tail lights and other visual cues, but also added some technology not previously offered. I've thought of trading down in miles (looking for one with 28K -- lol) because there is still no car in the SC's category (very small, smooth luxo-cruiser, convertible).
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#9
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I agree it looks like a great find if the black/black color works for you. Great looking car but down South where I live it would be a rolling easy bake oven. If the car is truly mint inside and out then the premium price is in line with the condition and miles.
#11
Lexus Test Driver
Great looking car but down South where I live it would be a rolling easy bake oven.
All I can say is if you like it, don't wait - 2006 SC430s are getting harder and harder to find.
#12
Pit Crew
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Thx everyone. Planning to call dealer and take to my Lexpro mechanic - he charges $50 for very thorough pre inspection - said he'd do the Timing belt only (unless any leak indication or idler bearing issue he doesn't arbitrarily change a good water pump; unlike lexus "dealers")
if all checks out prob will offer dealer $21 cash - hoping to at least get them down fr $22.9 to $22
aporeciate everyone's thoughts and advice
yes black/black may be high maintenance (my 99 ls400 w only 100k mi is black/tan) but when a local 1-owner trade to Porsche dealer and spotless w all maint checked out by local Lex dealer when the owner bought it, have to be flexible on a sc430 color - and does look great when clean!
if all checks out prob will offer dealer $21 cash - hoping to at least get them down fr $22.9 to $22
aporeciate everyone's thoughts and advice
yes black/black may be high maintenance (my 99 ls400 w only 100k mi is black/tan) but when a local 1-owner trade to Porsche dealer and spotless w all maint checked out by local Lex dealer when the owner bought it, have to be flexible on a sc430 color - and does look great when clean!
#13
Lexus Test Driver
Thx everyone. Planning to call dealer and take to my Lexpro mechanic - he charges $50 for very thorough pre inspection - said he'd do the Timing belt only (unless any leak indication or idler bearing issue he doesn't arbitrarily change a good water pump; unlike lexus "dealers")
if all checks out prob will offer dealer $21 cash - hoping to at least get them down fr $22.9 to $22
aporeciate everyone's thoughts and advice
yes black/black may be high maintenance (my 99 ls400 w only 100k mi is black/tan) but when a local 1-owner trade to Porsche dealer and spotless w all maint checked out by local Lex dealer when the owner bought it, have to be flexible on a sc430 color - and does look great when clean!
if all checks out prob will offer dealer $21 cash - hoping to at least get them down fr $22.9 to $22
aporeciate everyone's thoughts and advice
yes black/black may be high maintenance (my 99 ls400 w only 100k mi is black/tan) but when a local 1-owner trade to Porsche dealer and spotless w all maint checked out by local Lex dealer when the owner bought it, have to be flexible on a sc430 color - and does look great when clean!
enjoy your new ride! ;-)
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