03 ES300 with 20k miles
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An older gentleman went to our dealership and sold his 03 ES300 with 19,800 miles. We bought it from him for $6k. I'm assuming my dealership would sell it to me between $8-$9k. They guy was the 2nd owner, no accidents, white on biege. Car is super clean except for a minor bumper scuff. For $8-$9k would this be a steal considering the miles? Anything i should look out for? Any input will be appreciated.
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Being overly pessimistic, a 16 year old car with only 20K miles I'd be concerned about engine oil sludging. One of the postulated theories on engine oil sludging was very short trips, less than a mile or so, not allowing the engine to warm up allowing the condensation to evaporate. I wouldn't worry about it because there is not much you can do to correct it except change oil the frequently.
Being optimistic, you got a great deal.
Also you'll be needing a new timing belt if there is not record of change.
Being optimistic, you got a great deal.
Also you'll be needing a new timing belt if there is not record of change.
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Being overly pessimistic, a 16 year old car with only 20K miles I'd be concerned about engine oil sludging. One of the postulated theories on engine oil sludging was very short trips, less than a mile or so, not allowing the engine to warm up allowing the condensation to evaporate. I wouldn't worry about it because there is not much you can do to correct it except change oil the frequently.
Being optimistic, you got a great deal.
Also you'll be needing a new timing belt if there is not record of change.
Being optimistic, you got a great deal.
Also you'll be needing a new timing belt if there is not record of change.
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