2007 LS460 w/ 60k miles...Great price point?
10-02-15, 02:52 PM
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Mostly the problem is 1) getting the certification letter from the manufacturer and 2) paying the customs duty, on top of whatever use tax you have to pay in the state where you're registering the car. Some cars may also need to have the instrument panel changed out.
10-02-15, 03:06 PM
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Make sure you get all the sales terms, including price, in writing from the dealer.
ETA: Pricing should show the OTD price as well as the breakdown, car, tax license, and fees. Dealer documentation fees tend to be " junk fees". Let the dealer take their profit through the sales price, not their add-one. Sorry if you knew this already.
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10-02-15, 03:11 PM
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Read thru all service history. This is well maintained car. All services were done at lexus dealer and this is 1 owner. Also resolved many issues like wind noise and fuel injector etc. All recalls were done.
10-03-15, 12:42 PM
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Good price. I recommend making the sale contingent on a pre-purchase inspection that you are satisfied with, your own visual inspection, and you test driving it. Drive on freeways, local streets, rough pavement, smooth pavement, etc. make sure all recalls have been done. Get documentation for any work the dealer has done to the car, such as tires, battery, brakes (pads and rotors), and so on.
Make sure you get all the sales terms, including price, in writing from the dealer.
ETA: Pricing should show the OTD price as well as the breakdown, car, tax license, and fees. Dealer documentation fees tend to be " junk fees". Let the dealer take their profit through the sales price, not their add-one. Sorry if you knew this already.
Make sure you get all the sales terms, including price, in writing from the dealer.
ETA: Pricing should show the OTD price as well as the breakdown, car, tax license, and fees. Dealer documentation fees tend to be " junk fees". Let the dealer take their profit through the sales price, not their add-one. Sorry if you knew this already.
I knew they were junk fees but at least got 1k off their low selling price.
Unfortunately I'm in ca and car is in Florida. I made sale contingent on lexus dealer inspection.
10-08-15, 05:59 PM
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Id say if all else checks out, rides great, looks great, go for it!
Make sure to check the water pump (remove engine covers and check for pink residue near the tensioner pulley area-fyi-easy fix though), remainder on pads, CA bushings, check brakes for possible faulty actuator...just to have an idea as to what you may have to spend, if anything, on repairs/fixes.
Make sure to check the water pump (remove engine covers and check for pink residue near the tensioner pulley area-fyi-easy fix though), remainder on pads, CA bushings, check brakes for possible faulty actuator...just to have an idea as to what you may have to spend, if anything, on repairs/fixes.
Water pump was replaced 3 months ago. Brakes are great.
It's a deal. Working out payment details.
10-08-15, 06:07 PM
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Did lexus inspection and result came out excellent. Only issue is front upper arm bushing is starting to wear but still has decent life left. I asked my mechanic and he said less than $500 to fix it. I know others paid 1000 plus.
Water pump was replaced 3 months ago. Brakes are great.
It's a deal. Working out payment details.
Water pump was replaced 3 months ago. Brakes are great.
It's a deal. Working out payment details.
10-09-15, 04:07 PM
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While I stand behind the lexus name and the LS model line, my opinion would not be this option. Buying a 8-9 year old car that you hope has a good previous owner and intend on adding 150k miles additional. As previously stated, good practice is to purchase newest possible model. If you have the cash In hand and buying the car out right, maybe a fair deal. But if I had that cash, I would be looking for something a bit newer. If you are taking out a loan, the picture at the end of loan , 4-6 year, doesn't look good. Just paid off a 15 year old car with possible 200,000 miles. And don't forget money for repairs, they will happen, and on a $80k car they will cost. Maybe this is just me, I don't think this is a great long term plan, especially if you are financing.
Just food for thought! GL to OP either way!
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10-09-15, 08:09 PM
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I got my dad a 2004 LS430 fully loaded with 59k miles for $19k in 2010. So far there has been zero repairs. Just usual oil change and maintenance. Car now has over 100k.
This is why I'm buying 07 ls460 for 21k.
This is why I'm buying 07 ls460 for 21k.
10-09-15, 08:12 PM
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Btw 4 yr 48000 mile extended warranty on this LS is 1500$. I don't think I need this but what do u guys think?
BTW 2011 bmw 740i with 45k miles which I was considering buying was quoted 5000. Wonder why...
BTW 2011 bmw 740i with 45k miles which I was considering buying was quoted 5000. Wonder why...
10-10-15, 06:00 AM
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would a 2007 40k miles for $22,900 be worth it? its a 460L but only thing is the dash is cracked but will be replaced. but the center console i saw has line cracked near the driver. grey interior
10-10-15, 06:06 AM
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Likely pricing of an extended warranty is in part based on reliability.
10-10-15, 12:28 PM
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Do you plan on doing most repairs yourself? Are you OK with using an independent and possibly after-market parts? How long do you plan on keeping the car? Of course, you have to guess the best you can on the degree of risk of an expensive repair or repairs for your car, and evaluate all this versus getting an extended warranty.
10-13-15, 03:41 PM
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