mceagle555

I am looking at a 1-owner 2014 GX460 that was L-Certified after an accident. I generally steer away from anything without a clean Carfax, but this one was L-Certified after the accident.

• 2014 GX460 Luxury - $19,750
• 116K miles
• 1 owner
• New Michelin Tires
• Dates:
  • 3/2014 - Purchase
  • 2/2017 - Accident (Left rear, involved other vehicle, airbags did not deploy)
  • 3/2017 - L/Certified by dealer & re-sold to original leaser (I take this as a good sign...the original leaser didn't want to get out of it)
  • 2/2020 - Traded in

Thoughts?

92 SC400

Unless you knew the extent of the damage and were comfortable with that I would stay away. I know not everyone will agree with me, but I would never consider a vehicle that has been in an accident or had the appearance of any bodywork (accident or otherwise) - just my opinion/feelings though.

csrpenfab

It was L-certified in 2017, but not now when you buy it in 2020. Unless it's an absolute bargain, I'd pass.

hadokenuh

If you really want it, have a body shop inspect the repair. If there are any problems, they should be visible by now (rush/water retention, etc). Most reputable body places have lifetime warranty for the ORIGINAL owner. So get all issues fixed before purchase.

But I'd pass unless it's a bargain.

mceagle555

Agreed with all of the above. I'm going to pass.

There are enough other 1 owner options locally to me and I see the used market continuing to grow as people need cash during the recession.