failtolawl

I am looking at this, upgrading from a 2004 4runner and looking for something that'll last me just as long.

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...82451076&Log=0

The only thing that concerns me is that it has 5 owners, the hell is up with that?

Anyways, I need your unbias (yea unbias in a lexus forum) opinions and if you think it's worth it or not.

Does Lexus have the problem where the parts are only accessible by the dealers and overpriced? Or should I not even worry about major repairs?

MikeFoxx

iTrader: (8)

The car could have had a couple co-signers in its life. Run the VIN through a Lexus dealer to get any detailed service history. There is a site that will give you minimal info if there is history.

Test drive a is350 before you buy

Slvrspec

If I was in your situation, I wouldn't go for it. In 7 years 5 different people have own the car (assuming it was different people and not just someone "transferring" the title to a family member) but still. I'd say keep looking, these pop up often so it won't be the last one.

failtolawl

Alright, I have asked the dealer to explain the situation, and they'll get back to me.

Yea the IS 350 is a much better car, however, I need an AWD and still have it affordable (under 16k).

Do you guys see the link on the first post? Or is it just visible to me? I don't remember seeing a message that blocks links until now.

If you cannot,

Copy and paste "Used 2007 Lexus IS 250 AWD Mileage: 96,320" into google (minus the quotes). The car will be the one on auto trader and sold in Nebraska, should be the first link.

Sffd103

iTrader: (16)

I can see the link. The car looks from the pics but I'd do what the others Abe said and find the detailed service history on the Lexus site when you get the VIN#. I don't like 5 owners in 7 years either.

Tro209

I know your dead set on a 250 but seriously atleast try a 350 even if just for kicks . My brother has a 2006 AWD IS250 and i have a 2006 Rwd IS350 and my car is leaps and bounds better than his (IMO). As an even bigger plus my car only gets about 1-2 mpg less than him on average

failtolawl

I would, but I am not a fan of wasting dealers time. But I need an AWD for snow.

NYKnick101

If it was me, I would keep the 4runner and get a 350. When/IF you get the IS, you are going to compromise space, not only cargo but passenger space. The rear seat is slim to non existent (do a search on IS rear seat) and there is no rear retractable bench to create larger trunk space. Both things i overlooked when I got my 250 AWD. The AWD is a plus but not worth it over a 4runner imo especially if you live in colorado

andehchai

You might find a 60k Miles or less is250 awd around that price!

failtolawl

Yea I am having a problem doing just that.

Usually at that price it's 100-140k miles, RWD, or has a reported accident.

The financial situation is complicated in regards to this. I don't need the space, and in this current situation I am getting the 4runner for about 3 times it's worth. But no matter, my max is $16k. And Mileage under 100k, the is350 does not really meet that.