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would you buy any of these ls430 based on this carfax report ?

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Old 03-21-18, 12:34 PM
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Default would you buy any of these ls430 based on this carfax report ?

so im in the market for an ls 430 and been having the hardest time trying to find a nice one on the east coast. among these carfax which would you choose ? i would appreciate all opinions and advice.

https://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistor...BN36F555006473 - $9000

https://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistor...BN36F155021519 - $11.700

https://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistor...BN36F455023412 - $11,500
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I would avoid the last one since it has damage reported. I would also cross reference the VIN with the Lexus drivers site to show any work performed at dealer. I'd probably opt for the 1st car.

https://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistor...BN36F555006473

You can signup with a account here and add the car to see history.

https://drivers.lexus.com/lexusdrivers/
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Have you seen these cars in person, driven them, yet? A car can look great in pictures and then turn out to be a huge disappointment. Personally I need to see a car in person before I start worrying about the history...
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Based on these reports and the asking prices, my recommendation is to pass on all 3 and keep looking.
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Originally Posted by bradland
Have you seen these cars in person, driven them, yet? A car can look great in pictures and then turn out to be a huge disappointment. Personally I need to see a car in person before I start worrying about the history...
Totally agree with bradland. Go check them out. It wasn't that long ago we didn't have access to history reports. Maybe you could rely more on having a mechanic inspect the one you like the best.
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