Looking at GX 470, GX 460. Thoughts/Advice?
03-01-17, 02:00 PM
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Looking at GX 470, GX 460. Thoughts/Advice?
Cross posted from GX-2nd Gen Forum (Newbe-hope that's not violating forum rules.) I'm looking to purchase one of these Lexus SUVs as my daily driver (~8 miles each way in city traffic) and occasionally tow my 4500# travel trailer (4-6x per year). I've found the following:
The 2010 GX has unbelievably low miles for this age, but is a budget stretch. I generally prefer styling and some features on this generation.
I've run the VINs through the Lexus website. All appear regularly maintained.
So I know it's highly subjective, but which one is the better deal given these limited facts and my intended use? I intend to hold onto the vehicle for 5+ years (my wife drives a 2003 Odyssey that we've had since 2004 and I drove my Excursion 5 years.) Thanks in advance. Information on these forums has been invaluable thus far.
- 2008 GX 470; 97k miles; needs timing belt replaced. $17K from private seller.
- 2010 GX 460; 66k miles; $27.3K from dealer; no trailer hitch so assume no tow package.
The 2010 GX has unbelievably low miles for this age, but is a budget stretch. I generally prefer styling and some features on this generation.
I've run the VINs through the Lexus website. All appear regularly maintained.
So I know it's highly subjective, but which one is the better deal given these limited facts and my intended use? I intend to hold onto the vehicle for 5+ years (my wife drives a 2003 Odyssey that we've had since 2004 and I drove my Excursion 5 years.) Thanks in advance. Information on these forums has been invaluable thus far.
03-01-17, 07:59 PM
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If you like the GX 470, go with it. I like doing major maintenance items myself after using them to get a discounted price. That way I know they were done right and included all associated parts that I wanted replaced.
GX 470 has a bit more cargo room with the back seats removed (460's seats fold flat). 460 is a bit nicer and slightly better gas mileage.
Don't pay more than 16 for the 470, aim for 15.5, If either of them are not 'good cars' walk away and buy a different one. Look at the underbody for rust, some surface rust is ok but sometimes things get nasty. Pointing out acceptable surface rust will sometimes get the seller second guessing the condition of their car and help price negotiations.
GX 470 has a bit more cargo room with the back seats removed (460's seats fold flat). 460 is a bit nicer and slightly better gas mileage.
Don't pay more than 16 for the 470, aim for 15.5, If either of them are not 'good cars' walk away and buy a different one. Look at the underbody for rust, some surface rust is ok but sometimes things get nasty. Pointing out acceptable surface rust will sometimes get the seller second guessing the condition of their car and help price negotiations.
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03-02-17, 09:26 AM
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We just bought a new GX460, we had the 470 since new, so almost 13 years.
The 470 era is definitely better bang for the buck if you're going to be buying used, my wife is just ready to move on to something newer.
You can get used GX470s much cheaper, $17k from a private party that needs a timing belt is really high in my book. We will be lucky if we get $10k for ours and it's up to date on service, but it is a bit older and has more miles. Otherwise though in great shape.
If you are on a budget, I think you can snag a really clean GX470 for around $12k-$14k, so half the price of a used 460. The 460 is not worth twice the price. It has some nice upgrades like integration of your phone with bluetooth, 3rd row goes into the floor (at the expense of rear cargo room), 1-2 better mpgs better, etc. Mostly pretty mild upgrades
The 470 era is definitely better bang for the buck if you're going to be buying used, my wife is just ready to move on to something newer.
You can get used GX470s much cheaper, $17k from a private party that needs a timing belt is really high in my book. We will be lucky if we get $10k for ours and it's up to date on service, but it is a bit older and has more miles. Otherwise though in great shape.
If you are on a budget, I think you can snag a really clean GX470 for around $12k-$14k, so half the price of a used 460. The 460 is not worth twice the price. It has some nice upgrades like integration of your phone with bluetooth, 3rd row goes into the floor (at the expense of rear cargo room), 1-2 better mpgs better, etc. Mostly pretty mild upgrades
03-02-17, 11:35 AM
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We just bought a new GX460, we had the 470 since new, so almost 13 years.
The 470 era is definitely better bang for the buck if you're going to be buying used, my wife is just ready to move on to something newer.
You can get used GX470s much cheaper, $17k from a private party that needs a timing belt is really high in my book. We will be lucky if we get $10k for ours and it's up to date on service, but it is a bit older and has more miles. Otherwise though in great shape.
If you are on a budget, I think you can snag a really clean GX470 for around $12k-$14k, so half the price of a used 460. The 460 is not worth twice the price. It has some nice upgrades like integration of your phone with bluetooth, 3rd row goes into the floor (at the expense of rear cargo room), 1-2 better mpgs better, etc. Mostly pretty mild upgrades
The 470 era is definitely better bang for the buck if you're going to be buying used, my wife is just ready to move on to something newer.
You can get used GX470s much cheaper, $17k from a private party that needs a timing belt is really high in my book. We will be lucky if we get $10k for ours and it's up to date on service, but it is a bit older and has more miles. Otherwise though in great shape.
If you are on a budget, I think you can snag a really clean GX470 for around $12k-$14k, so half the price of a used 460. The 460 is not worth twice the price. It has some nice upgrades like integration of your phone with bluetooth, 3rd row goes into the floor (at the expense of rear cargo room), 1-2 better mpgs better, etc. Mostly pretty mild upgrades
+1 What he said.
If budget is a primary concern, the 470 is definitely more of a deal. I picked up a 2004 470 for $6700 with 178k miles on the clock. It instantly became my first choice vehicle to drive. I would absolutely use that timing chain replacement to get the price down.
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