Considering used '08 IS-F, need advice
04-08-11, 01:01 PM
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The problem with this one is the mystery of:
"the fusible link was replaced at 6.5k"
Most of the time this would represent that some of the wiring was burnt or damaged where they had to replace it.
Having that info on carfax can affect the resale value as someone above stated.
I know here in Houston that Texas Direct Auto has four 08 is-Fs in stock. They sell most of their cars on ebay. You can view the history report on ebay for free...they ship their cars all over the US.
"the fusible link was replaced at 6.5k"
Most of the time this would represent that some of the wiring was burnt or damaged where they had to replace it.
Having that info on carfax can affect the resale value as someone above stated.
I know here in Houston that Texas Direct Auto has four 08 is-Fs in stock. They sell most of their cars on ebay. You can view the history report on ebay for free...they ship their cars all over the US.
04-09-11, 05:59 PM
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Another thing, I checked the Service Records on Lexus.com and I see:
7MM ON FRONT AND REAR BRAKES (December 2010)
and
6MM LEFT ON FRT. BRAKES, 7MM LEFT ON REAR BRAKES (March 2011)
... and the mileage was the same (I guess it wasn't driven in 3 months)... how can this be possible, the front brake pads went from 7mm to 6mm without the car being driven. Is this something to be suspicious of?
7MM ON FRONT AND REAR BRAKES (December 2010)
and
6MM LEFT ON FRT. BRAKES, 7MM LEFT ON REAR BRAKES (March 2011)
... and the mileage was the same (I guess it wasn't driven in 3 months)... how can this be possible, the front brake pads went from 7mm to 6mm without the car being driven. Is this something to be suspicious of?
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04-10-11, 02:09 PM
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A few months ago I was window shopping for an 08 IS-F but now I'm getting serious about it, after doing some serious number crunching. I came across a few IS-F's. Based on your experiences, which car(s) in your opinion should I consider in this list, which should I not.. etc....
1. Smoky Granite Mica, 39k miles, $41k
- one owner
- according to carfax, windshield was replaced
2. Maroon / Matador red, 27k miles, $40k
- one owner
- haven't done a carfax check, under Lexus manufacturer warranty
3. Silver, 12k miles, $41k
- this one baffles me, it's only $1k more than the one above, and has 15k less miles.
- has 2 owners (2nd owner only owned it for a month)
- according to the Carfax, the ignition coil has been replaced THREE times (at 2.5k miles, 6.5k, and 10.5k)... is this a common problem in these cars? Also, the fusible link was replaced at 6.5k.
Thanks!
1. Smoky Granite Mica, 39k miles, $41k
- one owner
- according to carfax, windshield was replaced
2. Maroon / Matador red, 27k miles, $40k
- one owner
- haven't done a carfax check, under Lexus manufacturer warranty
3. Silver, 12k miles, $41k
- this one baffles me, it's only $1k more than the one above, and has 15k less miles.
- has 2 owners (2nd owner only owned it for a month)
- according to the Carfax, the ignition coil has been replaced THREE times (at 2.5k miles, 6.5k, and 10.5k)... is this a common problem in these cars? Also, the fusible link was replaced at 6.5k.
Thanks!
Is the '08 SGM IS-F a good buy? $41k for 39k... the carfax has nothing suspicious other than a windshield replacement... thanks guys for your suggestions
04-10-11, 02:36 PM
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^^ I say heck no, due to 39K miles. This means you only have 11K left before warranty is gone. Too much mileage = stay away. Too much $ for that sort of mileage = stay away even more. Make sure you do a fine tooth comb search to spot previous mods for any F. Then if you do, use it to negotiate down.
04-10-11, 05:01 PM
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^^ I say heck no, due to 39K miles. This means you only have 11K left before warranty is gone. Too much mileage = stay away. Too much $ for that sort of mileage = stay away even more. Make sure you do a fine tooth comb search to spot previous mods for any F. Then if you do, use it to negotiate down.
a) 27k miles for $40k
c) 23k miles for $43k
b) 20k miles for $45k
I'm unsure of whether these are good deals or not, since the prices vary drastically for used F's... assuming the car faxes are clean and the test drives go well, are these good prices?
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04-10-11, 10:15 PM
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Higher mileage isn't automatically a bad thing. Many easy highway miles are generally better then fewer stop light to stop light miles. Lexus are built to last so I'd check them all out and if they are all equal I'd pick my favorite color.
04-11-11, 01:27 AM
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I think #2 is the best deal .. not sure why nobody has suggested that yet???
It has LESS miles and is CHEAPER than #1!! Plus it has no prior problems as far as you know...
1. Smoky Granite Mica, 39k miles, $41k
- one owner
- according to carfax, windshield was replaced
2. Maroon / Matador red, 27k miles, $40k
- one owner
- haven't done a carfax check, under Lexus manufacturer warranty
3. Silver, 12k miles, $41k
- this one baffles me, it's only $1k more than the one above, and has 15k less miles.
- has 2 owners (2nd owner only owned it for a month)
- according to the Carfax, the ignition coil has been replaced THREE times (at 2.5k miles, 6.5k, and 10.5k)... is this a common problem in these cars? Also, the fusible link was replaced at 6.5k.
- one owner
- according to carfax, windshield was replaced
2. Maroon / Matador red, 27k miles, $40k
- one owner
- haven't done a carfax check, under Lexus manufacturer warranty
3. Silver, 12k miles, $41k
- this one baffles me, it's only $1k more than the one above, and has 15k less miles.
- has 2 owners (2nd owner only owned it for a month)
- according to the Carfax, the ignition coil has been replaced THREE times (at 2.5k miles, 6.5k, and 10.5k)... is this a common problem in these cars? Also, the fusible link was replaced at 6.5k.
04-11-11, 07:52 AM
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^^No disrespect to Matador Red owners, but it might be the color and price combination??
Think someone said it earlier, but the 3 yrs leases should be hitting soon and prices will go down much more. Actually, I guess I'm not that surprise of the high prices given that summer is just around the corner.
Think someone said it earlier, but the 3 yrs leases should be hitting soon and prices will go down much more. Actually, I guess I'm not that surprise of the high prices given that summer is just around the corner.
04-11-11, 10:35 AM
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^^No disrespect to Matador Red owners, but it might be the color and price combination??
Think someone said it earlier, but the 3 yrs leases should be hitting soon and prices will go down much more. Actually, I guess I'm not that surprise of the high prices given that summer is just around the corner.
Think someone said it earlier, but the 3 yrs leases should be hitting soon and prices will go down much more. Actually, I guess I'm not that surprise of the high prices given that summer is just around the corner.
Since 3-year leases are ending soon, should I wait until there's more selection, or work with the good deals I've seen?
04-11-11, 10:47 AM
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I don't know about you, but for me, the ISF was my dream car. I searched and waited for almost 1 year before finding my color combo (i.e., USB with alpine interior). To me, a dream car is something that fits all your wants (excluding price). If those three are not what you have been looking for 100%, then I would wait. No reason to shell out $40K if it's not the color you've been wanting is an example.
So yes, in other words, wait. I bought my used 09 in August. Another one is to expand your search and don't let distance (i.e., in another state) deter you from having it as a candidate. i live in Chicago and bought mine in Cali. I drove it back after I bought it.
So yes, in other words, wait. I bought my used 09 in August. Another one is to expand your search and don't let distance (i.e., in another state) deter you from having it as a candidate. i live in Chicago and bought mine in Cali. I drove it back after I bought it.
04-11-11, 01:05 PM
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I don't know about you, but for me, the ISF was my dream car. I searched and waited for almost 1 year before finding my color combo (i.e., USB with alpine interior). To me, a dream car is something that fits all your wants (excluding price). If those three are not what you have been looking for 100%, then I would wait. No reason to shell out $40K if it's not the color you've been wanting is an example.
So yes, in other words, wait. I bought my used 09 in August. Another one is to expand your search and don't let distance (i.e., in another state) deter you from having it as a candidate. i live in Chicago and bought mine in Cali. I drove it back after I bought it.
So yes, in other words, wait. I bought my used 09 in August. Another one is to expand your search and don't let distance (i.e., in another state) deter you from having it as a candidate. i live in Chicago and bought mine in Cali. I drove it back after I bought it.
Last edited by VtotheJ; 04-11-11 at 01:09 PM.