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Old 01-18-07, 10:02 AM
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FYI, here's a higher mile '04 that's somewhat local to me (about 40 miles). Looks like it has the sport suspension. If it happened to be what you're looking for and you were seriously interested in buying it after talking to the dealer and working that part out, I could probably go check it out for you this weekend.

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...g=1&cardist=24
Old 01-18-07, 10:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Methodical
...PRACTICALLY all dealers give average money AT MOST for trades.
Fixed.
Old 01-18-07, 10:40 AM
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drink300 - how did you find the car? Was it listed in ebay motors?

Thanks!
Yes, I got the car on eBay. It was from a dealer in Anaheim, CA called Vantage Motors. Their eBay ID is vmotors and their website is www.vmotors.com. Maybe watch their auctions and they will have another one.
Old 01-18-07, 10:44 AM
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Here's a pic of the new ride:
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Old 01-18-07, 10:58 AM
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I6turbo - thanks a ton for the offer! Let me think about it and if I want to look into it, I'll send you a PM. Drink - thanks for the reference to Vantage's website. Congrats on your car!

I'd prefer to get something a little closer to AZ, especially given I was quoted 18 days (?!) for shipping a car from FL to AZ? Gads!

Thanks a TON to everyone for your feedback, and please continue to post any great finds you come across. I've got a call into the guy selling the Ultra on ebay (44K mile one) but haven't heard anything back as of yet...
Old 01-18-07, 11:04 AM
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My car is for sale - but not the dog





2005 Black on Black, 23K MILES, Navigation etc
Old 01-18-07, 12:10 PM
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Aristanet - how much are you asking, is the carfax clean, and are you the only owner? Why are you selling?
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Well, I did it. I'm buying the LS430 from Darren for $35,000 flat (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ULTRA...QcmdZViewItem). He's putting new tires on it and shipping it here to AZ.

Thanks a TON to everyone for your feedback and support - I'll be sure to let everyone know how the car is when I get it (and take pictures). Based on the feedback I've seen, I'm sure the car is going to look great.
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Congrats Moogy!!!
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Originally Posted by Moogy
Well, I did it. I'm buying the LS430 from Darren for $35,000 flat (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ULTRA...QcmdZViewItem). He's putting new tires on it and shipping it here to AZ.

Thanks a TON to everyone for your feedback and support - I'll be sure to let everyone know how the car is when I get it (and take pictures). Based on the feedback I've seen, I'm sure the car is going to look great.
Moogy, you have PM from me.

Congrats on the purchase! Enjoy.
The seller looks reliable and you will prob have no issues.
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Originally Posted by Moogy
Well, I did it. I'm buying the LS430 from Darren for $35,000 flat (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ULTRA...QcmdZViewItem). He's putting new tires on it and shipping it here to AZ.

Thanks a TON to everyone for your feedback and support - I'll be sure to let everyone know how the car is when I get it (and take pictures). Based on the feedback I've seen, I'm sure the car is going to look great.

Do I get a finder's fee? Just kidding man! Enjoy the LEX! Great deal too; best one I've ever seen on an 04 with that mileage!
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Originally Posted by sparky3
Do I get a finder's fee? Just kidding man! Enjoy the LEX! Great deal too; best one I've ever seen on an 04 with that mileage!
Sparky - thank you VERY much - I'll be sure to post photos when it arrives; I'm hoping a week from Saturday. Given my hobby is car detailing, I'll be very busy Sunday, plus I'll need to get it all tinted the following week. Should look pretty nice... Dang, now the waiting game begins!
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Talking Got the car!

Well folks, I got the car, and I must say, it's a beauty. Great deal, and I'm very happy. Thanks to everyone for the support! I'll post pictures after I've detailed it on Sunday.

The guy I did business with was Darren Vivolo of Bayshore Automotive in Lithia, Florida. Great guy, and I'd recommend him to anyone currently shopping for a quality car.

I have one little problem that I'll be posting on another thread, but it's nothing major.

Thanks again to everyone!
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Originally Posted by Methodical
Btw, good luck trying to get a Lexus dealership to show you their invoice on a new vehicle. They don't want you to see the $9k mark-up on their vehicle.
How about on the used cars? What is the best way to negoatiate the price with a Lexus dealer?
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Default 2004 LS430 Ultra For Sale $35,000

I have a 2004 Ultra Luxury Edition LS430 with all options (Laser/Radar Cruise Control, Rear Massaging seats, Smartkey, Navigation with Bluetooth, Rear Camera, Power Door Closers, Air Suspension, etc.
All service records from the Lexus dealer, includes new Michelin tires and a set of new Snow tires.
Color: Metallic Silver Exterior, Black Leather with Burlwood Interior.
Mileage: 65,000
Price: $37,000.
Location: Connecticut, near New York City.
Please PM if interested.


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