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Old 01-18-19, 10:21 AM
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I settled for mine due to time and travel constraints. still love it, even though the headlight just went out! ...

annnnnyyyyywho. check for out of state. use lexus drivers history to see what maintenance was done on the car that could be major (valley leak, dash/ door panels, 60k valve check etc) and itll give you an idea of how well the car has been maintained and what to look for.
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Originally Posted by Wh0pp3r
I settled for mine due to time and travel constraints. still love it, even though the headlight just went out! ...

annnnnyyyyywho. check for out of state. use lexus drivers history to see what maintenance was done on the car that could be major (valley leak, dash/ door panels, 60k valve check etc) and itll give you an idea of how well the car has been maintained and what to look for.
Maybe. If you look at the service history on my cars, there's really nothing there but warranty work. However, I have used oil analysis for both engines from the time I bought them until now. Service history won't get you more money. It might be the difference between a sale and no sale, but it won't net you a dime.
Old 01-18-19, 11:12 AM
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Originally Posted by lobuxracer
Maybe. If you look at the service history on my cars, there's really nothing there but warranty work. However, I have used oil analysis for both engines from the time I bought them until now. Service history won't get you more money. It might be the difference between a sale and no sale, but it won't net you a dime.
main concern would be like you pointed out warranties.

personally id be less likely to buy any vehicle that has 0 history. especially one that has open recalls/warranties for several yrs. we can only do so much due diligence when purchasing a used vehicle. PPI, History check and maybe even a Carfax/ Autocheck doesn't hurt. but to OP keep in mind not every ding dent or accident is reported to insurance.

lobuxracer what kit do you use for the analysis?
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Originally Posted by Wh0pp3r
...lobuxracer what kit do you use for the analysis?
It's all here: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...-uoa-here.html

Old 01-21-19, 07:56 PM
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Hard to find one closer than Costa Mesa, Cali. The downside is that it's originally from Minnesota. Pass!

https://www.carmax.com/car/16704379
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I just traded my old 2011 Starfire White Pearl ISF into Clawson Honda in Fresno, CA. it had just under 115,000 miles on it. I was the second owner. Just saying, they are out there.
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Originally Posted by Harris69
Can you share what year, how many miles, and what you paid for it?

Thanks.
13 ISF. 1 owner. I think it had 27k on it. All work and recalls done at dealer, including Toms aero, swift springs, Vossens wheels, PPE equal length, and JoeZ exhaust, painted satin trim, plus all OEM parts including Oem wheels. That’s right, a dealer installed the aftermarket parts. The owner worked there. It had the valley plate done, and I think even new headlights due to condensation. Oil changes every 3k. Paid 39.

Its a fair weather car that is raced and driven in summer. I ordered 6K worth of parts and consider it one of the best cars in the universe. Proud to own it.
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Originally Posted by Jwconeil


13 ISF. 1 owner. I think it had 27k on it. All work and recalls done at dealer, including Toms aero, swift springs, Vossens wheels, PPE equal length, and JoeZ exhaust, painted satin trim, plus all OEM parts including Oem wheels. That’s right, a dealer installed the aftermarket parts. The owner worked there. It had the valley plate done, and I think even new headlights due to condensation. Oil changes every 3k. Paid 39.

Its a fair weather car that is raced and driven in summer. I ordered 6K worth of parts and consider it one of the best cars in the universe. Proud to own it.
That's a sweet deal. Do you think $39k for a 2013 (35k miles) a decent deal? Car looks very clean, but owner is firm on his asking price.
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Originally Posted by Harris69
That's a sweet deal. Do you think $39k for a 2013 (35k miles) a decent deal? Car looks very clean, but owner is firm on his asking price.
if it is clean and what you want, then yes. The 12-14s carry a premium, with each newer year more expensive and rarer. I don’t regret paying 39 for mine. Is it a 1 owner? Any accidents? All maintenance and/recalls?

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Originally Posted by Jwconeil


if it is clean and what you want, then yes. The 12-14s carry a premium, with each newer year more expensive and rarer. I don’t regret paying 35 for mine. Is it a 1 owner? Any accidents? All maintenance and/recalls?
2-owner but looks mint, and no accidents (I haven't varified it though). I thought you posted earlier that you paid $39k. Is it $35k, or $39k that you paid for a 2013?

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Originally Posted by Harris69
2-owner but looks mint, and no axxisents (I haven't varified it though). I thought in your post earlier you stated that you paid $39k. Is it $35k, or $39k that you paid for a 2013?
39... sorry that was a typo. Edited for accuracy.
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Originally Posted by Jwconeil


39... sorry that was a typo. Edited for accuracy.
That is sweet deal. Are you dailying it or for weekends only?
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Originally Posted by Harris69
That is sweet deal. Are you dailying it or for weekends only?
I live in the salt belt. I drive it when it’s nice, but it’s mostly a sunny weather only car. Sees rain every now and then. It’s permanentlt parked from November to March until roads are chemical free.
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