Thinking about getting a Lexus GSF with 130000 miles...
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Thinking about getting a Lexus GSF with 130000 miles...
Hey guys,
I’m considering getting a used 2016 Lexus GS F from a small dealership in Massachusetts. The mileage is kind of high (sitting at 131420 miles). It has a minor cosmetic damage on the exterior but doesn’t seem like a big issue. What do you guys think? Any input would help. Thanks guys!
here’s the carfax info
https://www.carfax.com/vehicle/JTHBP1BL2GA000683
I’m considering getting a used 2016 Lexus GS F from a small dealership in Massachusetts. The mileage is kind of high (sitting at 131420 miles). It has a minor cosmetic damage on the exterior but doesn’t seem like a big issue. What do you guys think? Any input would help. Thanks guys!
here’s the carfax info
https://www.carfax.com/vehicle/JTHBP1BL2GA000683
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Looks like it held up pretty well to the mileage. That’s good to know. The seats look great, don’t really see any interior flaws in the pictures.
My main concerns would be:
1. Maintenance history
2. How was the car used
3. How bad was the “minor” damage
How do you plan on using the car?
My main concerns would be:
1. Maintenance history
2. How was the car used
3. How bad was the “minor” damage
How do you plan on using the car?
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Maybe the maintenance was done at a local repair shop which might not be taken into account on carfax, I’m not sure. The minor damage was just a small scratch/dent on the rear, not too big of an issue. I’m having my mechanic checked on the vehicle on Wednesday and will keep you all posted.
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Maybe the maintenance was done at a local repair shop which might not be taken into account on carfax, I’m not sure. The minor damage was just a small scratch/dent on the rear, not too big of an issue. I’m having my mechanic checked on the vehicle on Wednesday and will keep you all posted.
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Try to get the missing maintenance information. Maybe the dealer can get ahold of the previous owner.
Also, maintenance/service history sometimes shows up on Lexus drivers and not on carfax.
Also, maintenance/service history sometimes shows up on Lexus drivers and not on carfax.
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"Oil Change Interval". The GSF has a 5,000 mile oil change schedule.
I had my ATF/TVD drain/fill at the dealer a few weeks ago (way ahead of schedule). The ATF d/f was around $400 and the TVD d/f was like $60.
I had my ATF/TVD drain/fill at the dealer a few weeks ago (way ahead of schedule). The ATF d/f was around $400 and the TVD d/f was like $60.
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How do you plan on using the car?
Besides looking like it needs a little love, any major maintenance that may be required might just make one at a higher price tag worth it.
If you’re going to need to jump in this and make it an every day car immediately I’d be more interested in looking at:
Tire wear
Brake life
As that will be probably a 2 grand hit whenever that’s due to be serviced. Along with any other 130,000 mile items that may need service.
I’d imagine the following items need replacing around there:
water pump
thermostat
fuel pump recall (if not already done)
spark plugs
coolant flush
trans flush
rear end fluid change
tvd fluid change
brake fluid flush
check for valley plate leak
check for cracked exhaust manifolds (ISF manifolds are known fail, not sure if that was remedied for this gen car)
And since it’s out of warranty I don’t know if it’s worth it if you can’t figure out how the car lived it’s past 130,000 miles.
Besides looking like it needs a little love, any major maintenance that may be required might just make one at a higher price tag worth it.
If you’re going to need to jump in this and make it an every day car immediately I’d be more interested in looking at:
Tire wear
Brake life
As that will be probably a 2 grand hit whenever that’s due to be serviced. Along with any other 130,000 mile items that may need service.
I’d imagine the following items need replacing around there:
water pump
thermostat
fuel pump recall (if not already done)
spark plugs
coolant flush
trans flush
rear end fluid change
tvd fluid change
brake fluid flush
check for valley plate leak
check for cracked exhaust manifolds (ISF manifolds are known fail, not sure if that was remedied for this gen car)
And since it’s out of warranty I don’t know if it’s worth it if you can’t figure out how the car lived it’s past 130,000 miles.
Last edited by 504GSF; 01-26-21 at 08:34 AM.
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How do you plan on using the car?
Besides looking like it needs a little love, any major maintenance that may be required might just make one at a higher price tag worth it.
If you’re going to need to jump in this and make it an every day car immediately I’d be more interested in looking at:
Tire wear
Brake life
As that will be probably a 2 grand hit whenever that’s due to be serviced. Along with any other 130,000 mile items that may need service.
I’d imagine the following items need replacing around there:
water pump
thermostat
fuel pump recall (if not already done)
spark plugs
coolant flush
trans flush
rear end fluid change
tvd fluid change
brake fluid flush
check for valley plate leak
check for cracked exhaust manifolds (ISF manifolds are known fail, not sure if that was remedied for this gen car)
And since it’s out of warranty I don’t know if it’s worth it if you can’t figure out how the car lived it’s past 130,000 miles.
Besides looking like it needs a little love, any major maintenance that may be required might just make one at a higher price tag worth it.
If you’re going to need to jump in this and make it an every day car immediately I’d be more interested in looking at:
Tire wear
Brake life
As that will be probably a 2 grand hit whenever that’s due to be serviced. Along with any other 130,000 mile items that may need service.
I’d imagine the following items need replacing around there:
water pump
thermostat
fuel pump recall (if not already done)
spark plugs
coolant flush
trans flush
rear end fluid change
tvd fluid change
brake fluid flush
check for valley plate leak
check for cracked exhaust manifolds (ISF manifolds are known fail, not sure if that was remedied for this gen car)
And since it’s out of warranty I don’t know if it’s worth it if you can’t figure out how the car lived it’s past 130,000 miles.
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Some people say they do it every 20k. The mechanic at my dealer said he does every 60k on his RCF. It was worth it for the peace of mind and the shifts are a lot smoother.
Last edited by NinjaNap; 01-26-21 at 08:59 AM.
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That’s impressive to say the least. That would explain why the L badge on the grill looks so hazy. I just don’t see how it could be possible without it being literally driven across the United States all year.
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How do you plan on using the car?
Besides looking like it needs a little love, any major maintenance that may be required might just make one at a higher price tag worth it.
If you’re going to need to jump in this and make it an every day car immediately I’d be more interested in looking at:
Tire wear
Brake life
As that will be probably a 2 grand hit whenever that’s due to be serviced. Along with any other 130,000 mile items that may need service.
I’d imagine the following items need replacing around there:
water pump
thermostat
fuel pump recall (if not already done)
spark plugs
coolant flush
trans flush
rear end fluid change
tvd fluid change
brake fluid flush
check for valley plate leak
check for cracked exhaust manifolds (ISF manifolds are known fail, not sure if that was remedied for this gen car)
And since it’s out of warranty I don’t know if it’s worth it if you can’t figure out how the car lived it’s past 130,000 miles.
Besides looking like it needs a little love, any major maintenance that may be required might just make one at a higher price tag worth it.
If you’re going to need to jump in this and make it an every day car immediately I’d be more interested in looking at:
Tire wear
Brake life
As that will be probably a 2 grand hit whenever that’s due to be serviced. Along with any other 130,000 mile items that may need service.
I’d imagine the following items need replacing around there:
water pump
thermostat
fuel pump recall (if not already done)
spark plugs
coolant flush
trans flush
rear end fluid change
tvd fluid change
brake fluid flush
check for valley plate leak
check for cracked exhaust manifolds (ISF manifolds are known fail, not sure if that was remedied for this gen car)
And since it’s out of warranty I don’t know if it’s worth it if you can’t figure out how the car lived it’s past 130,000 miles.
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