Going to look at an 09’ LC tomorrow up in VA. 2 previous owners, spent its whole life in MD and has a solid maintenance history. LC has 177k on the clock and they want $29k for it. I have an 03’ LX 470, but I am a bit novice when when it comes to the 200’s. What items or checklist should I go over when inspecting? What replacements/repairs should I expect creeping up around 200k on the odometer? Thanks for the help.
09’ LC w/ 177k What should I look for?
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Two things that jump out to me are frame rust and the state of the cooling system. To me, significant rust on the frame would be a deal-breaker.
At that mileage, I would expect to see new cooling system components. A new radiator / hoses / water pump / etc., are all things to expect to be replacing (if it hasn't already happened). My 2013 developed a leak in the "valley" under the intake manifold at about 95K miles. It started to leak coolant without actually dripping anything on the ground.
I would say that if this truck has not had cooling components replaced, you should expect to be replacing them. Not a big deal, but something to consider.
Lastly, I would say that you should ask to see records that document replacement of drivetrain fluids. At that mileage, I would expect the transmission / differential fluids to have been changed at least once.
At that mileage, I would expect to see new cooling system components. A new radiator / hoses / water pump / etc., are all things to expect to be replacing (if it hasn't already happened). My 2013 developed a leak in the "valley" under the intake manifold at about 95K miles. It started to leak coolant without actually dripping anything on the ground.
I would say that if this truck has not had cooling components replaced, you should expect to be replacing them. Not a big deal, but something to consider.
Lastly, I would say that you should ask to see records that document replacement of drivetrain fluids. At that mileage, I would expect the transmission / differential fluids to have been changed at least once.
Not a bad price. Like he said above. Open a account at toyota.com or toyotaowners.com and put the vin# in the maintenance section. It'll give all work that was carried out by dealer. Other than that base line like any other vehicle with that mileage. Good luck
