Does anyone happen to know if the owner is a member on this forum?
Any thoughts on a fair price for this?
Looks like the bidding is up to $10,100 currently.
It has approx. 123K miles.


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2002 Lexus LS430
2002 Lexus LS430 EXCEPTIONAL CAR !!! DEALER SERVICED !!! THE BEST !!! MUST SEE
Item Location: Tinton Falls , New Jersey, United States
Time left: 2d 10h (Jul 01, 201218:56:17 PDT)
Bid history: 18 bids
Current bid: US $10,100.00
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Price: US $14,999.00 Buy It NowBuy It Now
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Item number: 251091692118
Item condition: Used
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Lexus LS 430 EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN !!! DEALER SERVICED LOADED !!!
This garage kept 2002 Lexus LS 430 is truly a rare find.
It was purchased in 9/2002 at Ray Catena Lexus in Ocean, NJ, and has had every scheduled serviced performed by Ray Catena Lexus or Wilde Lexus of Sarasota Florida since new.
This LS 430 is mechanically in flawless condition as every manufacturer suggested service was performed by both of these authorized Lexus dealerships.
Timing belt done at 92,250 miles by Ray Catena Lexus of Freehold, NJ. Mechanically this car needs nothing !!!
The car runs and drives like new and I would not hesitate to drive the car across the country tomorrow. Everything works 100% and the AC blows ice cold.
This vehicle was used primarily as a daily driver at the owners winter residence in Sarasota, Florida and was also used as a secondary vehicle in New Jersey during the Spring and Summer months.
The retired non-smoking owner maintained the vehicle meticulously cosmetically also, and the car shows beautifully both inside and out.
The exterior paint maintains a showroom quality finish and still looks better than most 1 year old black cars on the road today !!!
The car spent most of its winters on the West Coast of Florida, so the under carriage is also very clean and was not subjected to the North East winters and the damaging effects of road salt.
The car is loaded with heated seats all around, a 6 disc CD changer, power moonroof, Marc Levinson Audio Package, and a voice activated navigation system !!!
The vehicle's black exterior shines like glass, and the vehicle was professionally detailed bi-annually and paint still maintains a showroom shine.
The interior is exceptionally clean and the leather looks amazing with no rips or tears to report. The carpeting is stain free and all all the wood, leather trim, and dash still look showroom new.
All the vehicles books, 2 key fobs and valet key are present as well as the original window sticker, sales brochure, original spare tire and tools, and 2 sets of OEM floor mats are included.
Please come see the car for yourself in Tinton Falls, NJ 07753, as you will not be disappointed !!!
I can answer any questions about the car as I was with the owner (father-in-law) on the date of original purchase and I know the car inside and out.
Please take the time to scroll through the photos and see the Autocheck report at the end of the listing.
Call Dean at 848-459-7776

 

Looks nice! I wouldn't pay more than 11500 for it. Just my thoughs

 

Thanks for the input! Owner seems to be firm at $14,500 but that seems a bit much considering the year and mileage.

 

I think that's an ok price for the service and overall condition, but I bought a 2002 last year with a 110k, no nav, but just as good of shape as that one for 11k from a private seller. I'm super cheap though! I just bought a 2001 UL for 9800 from a private seller too. Looking at eBay, it seems average prices are 12500-14k, but a lot of those auctions aren't hitting the reserve. There are some private seller deals out there if you are willing to wait.

 

Wow! Are you for hire! Seems like you know where the deals are for sure. Thanks for the feedback.

 

Yeah whatever I can do to help. I enjoy the search more than owning!

 

WOW....that's a great car! There's not a mark on it and the engine bay is spotless! Even if the seller is firm at $ 14,500 buy it! That's not a bad price.

 

The owner took very good care of the car as look flawless especially for a black car and major service already done. According to Autotrader, they price the car around 15K so his asking price is reasonable and probably go low if offer/negotiate right. Not bad deal at all..................happy hunting .

 

Yep you're right. Pics do look nice on this one.

 

That's not too bad of a price, but it is possible to find an 04 at that price too. It just depends on how long you want to wait for an even nicer one to pop up at a cheaper price. If you really like this LS and can't find a better one in that price range, you should go for it.

 

You still have a 10 year old car 12,500 or save for an 04.

 

Plus bro its a jersey car, bad.

 

Read the auction on ebay. car belongs to snowbird and has spent most of the time in Florida. Jersey car doesn't make it bad anyway given its condition. I bought a mint, garaged fully serviced 2002 430 from Lexus Dealer in Jersey in 2009 and i have not put a penny in the car other than routine maintenance/service. Such ridiculous prejudice from some members here.

 

Yep all good points everyone!

 

If you could get it at $10k I might consider it, but for $14.5k I'd probably pass.
Yes,it looks like it was maintained really well, but it also looks like it only has the Modern Luxury package.

IMO, there are two major upgrades you get with the 2004-2006 refresh:
1) Smart Key system - if you've never used it before, it'll totally spoil you.
2) Bluetooth integration - important if you're in a state where hands-free devices are mandatory while driving.

I'd hold out for those, and possibly the Custom Luxury or Ultra Luxury packages. Whether those are in your price range or not is another question entirely.