View Poll Results: Would you purchase a warranty for a 2010 LS460 w/95K Miles
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Should I buy the extended warranty '10 LS460 95K Miles
#16
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Hi Everyone,
Thank you for your replies. A little more information...
I did inspect the car in person. Since it was at a very reputable dealer, I am trusting them to fix anything that does not pass their inspection. They will ensure that the brakes are within specs, check all fluids, change the oil, look for the basics that they would do with any used car taken in on their lot. They point blank told me they will turn it over to me in perfect condition and if I find anything they will address it period. They said the last thing they want is something negative on social media. My experience so far there has been great. I drove the car and it drove excellent. I did listen for clunks while driving as I knew there could be issues with the control arms. I really wanted to buy it at a lexus dealer, but I just could not find one there. Again it is a LS460, 95K Miles, very clean. I did review the carfax, no major issues. I also was able to go the lexus site and review service records, I did not find anything regarding lower control arms or brake actuator fixes. The VIN Number is JTHBL5EF7A5099705.
I noticed that BMW7_LS430 suggested that if I am a DIY person that is more reason not to get the warranty. Well I am 100%, I'm used to working on Mercedes and Porsches.
Thanks,
Rodney
Thank you for your replies. A little more information...
I did inspect the car in person. Since it was at a very reputable dealer, I am trusting them to fix anything that does not pass their inspection. They will ensure that the brakes are within specs, check all fluids, change the oil, look for the basics that they would do with any used car taken in on their lot. They point blank told me they will turn it over to me in perfect condition and if I find anything they will address it period. They said the last thing they want is something negative on social media. My experience so far there has been great. I drove the car and it drove excellent. I did listen for clunks while driving as I knew there could be issues with the control arms. I really wanted to buy it at a lexus dealer, but I just could not find one there. Again it is a LS460, 95K Miles, very clean. I did review the carfax, no major issues. I also was able to go the lexus site and review service records, I did not find anything regarding lower control arms or brake actuator fixes. The VIN Number is JTHBL5EF7A5099705.
I noticed that BMW7_LS430 suggested that if I am a DIY person that is more reason not to get the warranty. Well I am 100%, I'm used to working on Mercedes and Porsches.
Thanks,
Rodney
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It sounds like the consensus is to forego the extended warranty and simply be prepared to fix things yourself as they break. That's generally sound advice for Lexus, if the car has been well cared for.
However, keep in mind that if the car has the air ride suspension (and you plan to keep it that way), the replacement shocks are very expensive, even if you can do the wrenching yourself. You could end up spending more than $2400 on suspension parts over 3 years (but the warranty company is betting you won't, and they almost always win in the long run).
For me, there's an intangible benefit of a warranty that's hard to quantify in dollar terms. It's the ability to use the car to its full potential without fretting about wearing things out. For example, until I had a warranty on my LS600hL, I had turned off the seat slide back when exiting, the rear shade roll down when in reverse, the mirrors tucking in when the car is locked, etc., to avoid wearing out any of the expensive motors. With a warranty covering all of those things, I'm definitely using them again, which enhances the car in my mind. It was an easier decision for me, though, because I was able to get a 6-year warranty (for $2800) that covers the suspension, electronics AND the hybrid batteries on my LS600hL. I may never need it, but if the batteries go, it will definitely pay for itself!
Just another perspective to consider...
However, keep in mind that if the car has the air ride suspension (and you plan to keep it that way), the replacement shocks are very expensive, even if you can do the wrenching yourself. You could end up spending more than $2400 on suspension parts over 3 years (but the warranty company is betting you won't, and they almost always win in the long run).
For me, there's an intangible benefit of a warranty that's hard to quantify in dollar terms. It's the ability to use the car to its full potential without fretting about wearing things out. For example, until I had a warranty on my LS600hL, I had turned off the seat slide back when exiting, the rear shade roll down when in reverse, the mirrors tucking in when the car is locked, etc., to avoid wearing out any of the expensive motors. With a warranty covering all of those things, I'm definitely using them again, which enhances the car in my mind. It was an easier decision for me, though, because I was able to get a 6-year warranty (for $2800) that covers the suspension, electronics AND the hybrid batteries on my LS600hL. I may never need it, but if the batteries go, it will definitely pay for itself!
Just another perspective to consider...
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dlbuckls10 (05-17-18)
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Aftermarket control arms (all 8) installed inc labor and taxes cost me about 1400 dollars at my indy. After 4 years ownership and 215,000 kms on my 08, the warranty would not have benefit me. The only other waranted item would have been my water pump, but that cost me 50 dollars and an hour of my time to do myself.
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Aftermarket control arms (all 8) installed inc labor and taxes cost me about 1400 dollars at my indy. After 4 years ownership and 215,000 kms on my 08, the warranty would not have benefit me. The only other waranted item would have been my water pump, but that cost me 50 dollars and an hour of my time to do myself.
Also, you seem to be DIY guy, most LS people are not.
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Basically my point, is that if you INSIST on dealership OEM and dealership labor, MAYBE a warranty would pay off. The control arms are the only known issue with these cars that cost $$$. No transmission or engine problems have been reported here. In 4 years of ownership and 200k kms I have not spent anywhere near 3000 dollars. I will also say that I only spent what I did on control arms because I chose to do all of them and replace them as complete units rather that just bushings. If I had repaired only what was broken/worn, I would have maybe spent 4-500.
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