IS 350 Too Far Gone
#1
Driver School Candidate
Thread Starter
![Default](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/icons/icon1.gif)
I have a 2006 IS350 with 186k miles. Several lights came on (P0430, P2757) so I took it to a mechanic who has really good reviews in my area. He spent some time going through it and came up with the following:
-The catalytic converter needs to be replaced. I'm also smelling exhaust fumes when I drive, so that makes sense. He says they are really expensive.
-The transmission needs to be taken apart to get more info, but it looks like the clutches or torque converters need to be replaced. He estimates about 4 hours of work just to diagnose the real problems.
He doesn't know exactly how much it will cost, but he did mention about $3 to $4k for both the catalytic converter and the transmission work.
When I look on KBB it is only worth about $4k. It has some scratches and tiny dents, so I had to select "Fair" for condition.
I discussed options with him, He said he sometimes has clients who are willing to purchase these fixer uppers with the intention of fixing and selling. He thought I might get somewhere between $1 to 2$k
I can't just dump this on Caraigslist because here in California you have to get a smog check before you sell it.
So, what do you think? Should I just let him try to sell it to one of his fix it customers and take a total loss on this? I love this car. If I sell it I'll be purchasing another IS for sure.
I would appreciate any thoughts on the subject.
Thanks.
-The catalytic converter needs to be replaced. I'm also smelling exhaust fumes when I drive, so that makes sense. He says they are really expensive.
-The transmission needs to be taken apart to get more info, but it looks like the clutches or torque converters need to be replaced. He estimates about 4 hours of work just to diagnose the real problems.
He doesn't know exactly how much it will cost, but he did mention about $3 to $4k for both the catalytic converter and the transmission work.
When I look on KBB it is only worth about $4k. It has some scratches and tiny dents, so I had to select "Fair" for condition.
I discussed options with him, He said he sometimes has clients who are willing to purchase these fixer uppers with the intention of fixing and selling. He thought I might get somewhere between $1 to 2$k
I can't just dump this on Caraigslist because here in California you have to get a smog check before you sell it.
So, what do you think? Should I just let him try to sell it to one of his fix it customers and take a total loss on this? I love this car. If I sell it I'll be purchasing another IS for sure.
I would appreciate any thoughts on the subject.
Thanks.
#2
Racer
iTrader: (2)
![Default](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/icons/icon1.gif)
Get a second opinion.
P0430 could possibly be an exhaust leak, or the cat itself. IIRC, there's a very common spot under the Y pipe heat shield where holes can develop. Another possibility is that bank 2 O2 sensor. Even if it's the cat, I imagine a muffler shop can just weld on a cheap aftermarket cat and call it a day.
2757 is a bit harder and probably needs an actual transmission shop to look at to diagnose. I vaguely recall there being some solder joint issue with the trans ECU on the 06's. So, it could be that, or actually the solenoids.
P0430 could possibly be an exhaust leak, or the cat itself. IIRC, there's a very common spot under the Y pipe heat shield where holes can develop. Another possibility is that bank 2 O2 sensor. Even if it's the cat, I imagine a muffler shop can just weld on a cheap aftermarket cat and call it a day.
2757 is a bit harder and probably needs an actual transmission shop to look at to diagnose. I vaguely recall there being some solder joint issue with the trans ECU on the 06's. So, it could be that, or actually the solenoids.
#3
Lexus Champion
![Default](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/icons/icon1.gif)
If you were planning on keeping the car long term, it may be worth repairing it. As mentioned, aftermarket CATS would be cheaper, and if it turn out to be just an exhaust leak, that's easily repaired by a muffler shop. As far as the trans, also as mentioned, I would get it diagnosed by a transmission shop, it would be a lot cheaper to replace the transmission with a used one than trying to rebuild. Keep in mind that repairing your IS will be cheaper than getting into another car, new or used.
On the other hand, if you are ready to move on, than this would be the time to do it, again keeping in mind that a new car means payments, and in many cases, ever for a used one
On the other hand, if you are ready to move on, than this would be the time to do it, again keeping in mind that a new car means payments, and in many cases, ever for a used one
Last edited by AMIRZA786; 03-29-21 at 01:24 PM.
The following users liked this post:
ncatona (03-29-21)
#7
Instructor
![Default](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/icons/icon1.gif)
Get a second opinion.
P0430 could possibly be an exhaust leak, or the cat itself. IIRC, there's a very common spot under the Y pipe heat shield where holes can develop. Another possibility is that bank 2 O2 sensor. Even if it's the cat, I imagine a muffler shop can just weld on a cheap aftermarket cat and call it a day.
2757 is a bit harder and probably needs an actual transmission shop to look at to diagnose. I vaguely recall there being some solder joint issue with the trans ECU on the 06's. So, it could be that, or actually the solenoids.
P0430 could possibly be an exhaust leak, or the cat itself. IIRC, there's a very common spot under the Y pipe heat shield where holes can develop. Another possibility is that bank 2 O2 sensor. Even if it's the cat, I imagine a muffler shop can just weld on a cheap aftermarket cat and call it a day.
2757 is a bit harder and probably needs an actual transmission shop to look at to diagnose. I vaguely recall there being some solder joint issue with the trans ECU on the 06's. So, it could be that, or actually the solenoids.
This. Never take the first answer.
Trending Topics
#8
Driver School Candidate
Thread Starter
![Default](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/icons/icon1.gif)
If you were planning on keeping the car long term, it may be worth repairing it. As mentioned, aftermarket CATS would be cheaper, and if it turn out to be just an exhaust leak, that's easily repaired by a muffler shop. As far as the trans, also as mentioned, I would get it diagnosed by a transmission shop, it would be a lot cheaper to replace the transmission with a used one than trying to rebuild. Keep in mind that repairing your IS will be cheaper than getting into another car, new or used.
On the other hand, if you are ready to move on, than this would be the time to do it, again keeping in mind that a new car means payments, and in many cases, ever for a used one
On the other hand, if you are ready to move on, than this would be the time to do it, again keeping in mind that a new car means payments, and in many cases, ever for a used one
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
b99flick
ES - 1st to 4th Gen (1990-2006)
11
10-20-10 03:51 PM
CLRH2O
Performance & Maintenance
15
09-12-10 03:27 PM