2004 RX 330 - 220k miles - and I'm in love?
01-23-11, 08:13 PM
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That is a very clean looking RX. I am especially impressed with the interior. Very nice! This vehicle must have been driven highway miles, perhaps a sales person? In any event, I wish you the best with this RX and many miles of trouble free driving.
01-24-11, 06:51 AM
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Wow! is that a bear cub in the picture??
. Seriously though,looks like you made a great decision.
01-24-11, 12:41 PM
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After this long saga... and every tedious, whiny post by yours truly... the Bamboo Pearl 2004 RX 330 Nav, Performance Package, etc... and yes, all 222K miles, is mine.
Wrap up... $9900 and they take care of the needed maintenance (timing belt, water pump, tensioner rod, cam seals and idler arms if necessary as well as a transmission drain and fill) and a full detail/wax job prior to my taking possession. Credit Union will loan up to the Kelley Blue Book retail value for it which is $18875. I am getting it for less than it's trade in value. I'm hoping that's a good thing.
I know, many of you cringe awaiting what you consider to be the inevitable string of posts regarding all the problems I will have as she creeps closer to 300K. For both our sakes, let's hope not!
Wrap up... $9900 and they take care of the needed maintenance (timing belt, water pump, tensioner rod, cam seals and idler arms if necessary as well as a transmission drain and fill) and a full detail/wax job prior to my taking possession. Credit Union will loan up to the Kelley Blue Book retail value for it which is $18875. I am getting it for less than it's trade in value. I'm hoping that's a good thing.
I know, many of you cringe awaiting what you consider to be the inevitable string of posts regarding all the problems I will have as she creeps closer to 300K. For both our sakes, let's hope not!
01-30-11, 10:19 AM
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I paid 20,900 for my 2005 with 67,000 miles on it. Yours looks nicer inside.
You Stole that car for less than 10 grand. I hope the dealership you stole this car from has a good attorney
You Stole that car for less than 10 grand. I hope the dealership you stole this car from has a good attorney
01-31-11, 09:47 AM
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Not a bear cub... an Irish Water Spaniel.
And yes, delighted with her... my father finally got to see it this weekend and I didn't expect it to go well given her mileage but he was extremely pleased all the way around and gruffly stated that I should be able to get 100K miles and that is the most he'd hope for in an used vehicle much less one of this caliber, for under $10k. He thought the interior (particularly the wood) was fantastic.
I washed her over the weekend and discovered that they didn't wax her as agreed (how surprised was I?) - fortunately temps topped 60 and I was able to wax her myself on Sunday. I did notice some tiny chips to her paint over the front (no doubt the occasionally gravel thrown up).. Any suggestions? Do I try some touch up paint? Do they make a bra for the RX? I noticed some of the waxes available had 'chip sticks' that looked like lipsticks that were supposed to be used for such damage... are they good?
And yes, delighted with her... my father finally got to see it this weekend and I didn't expect it to go well given her mileage but he was extremely pleased all the way around and gruffly stated that I should be able to get 100K miles and that is the most he'd hope for in an used vehicle much less one of this caliber, for under $10k. He thought the interior (particularly the wood) was fantastic.
I washed her over the weekend and discovered that they didn't wax her as agreed (how surprised was I?) - fortunately temps topped 60 and I was able to wax her myself on Sunday. I did notice some tiny chips to her paint over the front (no doubt the occasionally gravel thrown up).. Any suggestions? Do I try some touch up paint? Do they make a bra for the RX? I noticed some of the waxes available had 'chip sticks' that looked like lipsticks that were supposed to be used for such damage... are they good?
01-31-11, 10:00 AM
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For that price, you got a hell of a car.
Nice score. The mileage wouldn't scare me, just the price pretty much.
But nice color! Super rare! adn the interior is MINT, i'm presuming this must've been a lot of HWY mileage on the car - which isn't a bad thing for a car really.
Enjoy it!
My suggestion is to get the headlights buffed/restored, the right one looks a bit weathered & dull.
Nice score. The mileage wouldn't scare me, just the price pretty much.
But nice color! Super rare! adn the interior is MINT, i'm presuming this must've been a lot of HWY mileage on the car - which isn't a bad thing for a car really.
Enjoy it!
My suggestion is to get the headlights buffed/restored, the right one looks a bit weathered & dull.
01-31-11, 10:04 AM
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Chipped paint on the front is common and has been discussed here many times. Do a search. Dr. Color Chip is one solution that comes to mind.
http://drcolorchip.com/
http://drcolorchip.com/
01-31-11, 11:52 AM
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that is one nice ride. I think you made a good deal. even if the tranny goes out id be fixing it and carrying on.
nothing worse than settling for a honda pilot even with less miles. Boring. Cant replace the enjoyment you'll get daily out of the luxury of a lexus.
im guessing it goes another 200k with diligent upkeep. good luck with it. cant believe i read this entire thread.
nothing worse than settling for a honda pilot even with less miles. Boring. Cant replace the enjoyment you'll get daily out of the luxury of a lexus.
im guessing it goes another 200k with diligent upkeep. good luck with it. cant believe i read this entire thread.
01-31-11, 02:59 PM
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...and join us tomorrow as the next episode of "As the 330 Turns" brings us the drama, tears and pain we have come to expect from our young attorney heroine. Will mom rush in and take over negotiations? Will BF bump his head? Will the evil dealer and his oily minions prevail? Tune in and see! Now a few words from our sponsor...
03-05-11, 09:34 AM
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Everything is great with the car so far. I've been checking the forum occasionally ever since purchasing it to get detailing tips, etc. There is condensation in the passenger head lamp and I checked out the DYI for that... seems a bit beyond my limited mechanic skills but I think I know someone that can help! Will provide feedback once it's done.
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Lexus RX330 High Mileage
Hey VAttorney how is it after an year? Any problems? I'm considering buying a higher mileage RX350. Still drives like new? The car you got looks awesome!