You got a great deal on that one. Unfortunately, for us up here in the northeast, those are MUCH harder to find. I had to go to FL to get mine as "rust free" was my top priority. Even though it's a relatively simple task for me to go to FL to grab a car, it's a logistical headache for most. You take a bigger risk has you have to buy airfare before you can even see the car in person. This Covid crap isn't helping either. Yes, there are better deals out there. But this one is super convenient for the OP and it isn't a bad price if he is comfortable with it. The OP just has to accept that he is paying a premium for convenience. There's a lot of stuff that I pay someone to do now that I used to do on my own.
2006 LX470 Purchase Advice (5 Viewers)
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You got a great deal on that one. Unfortunately, for us up here in the northeast, those are MUCH harder to find. I had to go to FL to get mine as "rust free" was my top priority. Even though it's a relatively simple task for me to go to FL to grab a car, it's a logistical headache for most. You take a bigger risk has you have to buy airfare before you can even see the car in person. This Covid crap isn't helping either. Yes, there are better deals out there. But this one is super convenient for the OP and it isn't a bad price if he is comfortable with it. The OP just has to accept that he is paying a premium for convenience. There's a lot of stuff that I pay someone to do now that I used to do on my own.
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but 20k is 200 series territory. I just can't get over that. Mentally it doesn't make sense to me.
but 20k is 200 series territory. I just can't get over that. Mentally it doesn't make sense to me.
It's clean for a Northern truck, no issues with wrenching on that. You are paying for convenience and that's ok if it's the situation you are in. I'd use that $800 quote to get it cleaned up and try to haggle.
How long is your daily work commute?
How long is your daily work commute?
it's not logical to buy a car in this environment right now. I'm going outside to swap calipers and drink beer.
it makes sense if you're really dialed in on the 4.7 and no one works on your 100 but a tire guy.
I'd buy my own LC for 30 before I spent 30 on a first year 200, or second year, 3rd 4th etc. Even discounting the fact that I know my own car.
service books, techstream, time spent underneath one. Huge ass list and big money.
minor segments of a large line dictating pricing. Straight 6 vs v8 m3, wet sump vs dry 911.
it's pointless when people ask, is this a good deal on this 06 LX. none of us know his exact conditions.
I'd buy my own LC for 30 before I spent 30 on a first year 200, or second year, 3rd 4th etc. Even discounting the fact that I know my own car.
service books, techstream, time spent underneath one. Huge ass list and big money.
minor segments of a large line dictating pricing. Straight 6 vs v8 m3, wet sump vs dry 911.
it's pointless when people ask, is this a good deal on this 06 LX. none of us know his exact conditions.
If you’re cross shopping a Honda then probably pass, you’re paying a lot for a generic SUV. If you know you want a cruiser then get it, ignore the guys who say you’re overpaying because they got a screaming deal, that’s not representative of going market rates. I had a built 200 and currently drive a 2006 LX that I like better, so don’t buy into the idea that the 200 is better in every way, it’s clearly not. I prioritize clean vehicles with solid history and low miles, and see nothing wrong paying a bit more. If you decide so sell, you will just get that premium right back. I say get it.
More evidence that miles don't matter. That truck is rusty as heck compared to mine and mine has 100k more miles.
I disagree; I think right now is the perfect time to buy given the financial environment we are in. If you have the funds and afraid of the market, there are deals out there that can be had on old used truck with high mileage.
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Indeed, that is a good amount... but looking, it's inline with the market from what I can tell...
1) Maintenance all checks out and well taken care of at the Lexus dealership
2) it's about 90 miles from me, so a quick car ride away.
3) definitely convenient to purchase from the dealer and since i'm doing so, I want a clean rig
4) yeah, doesn't look too bad and I will be checking all the know rust spot issues (ac drain line, etc)
5) it is! i'm very picky when it comes to that. I'm happy to pay more for a cleaner interior
6) Yea, I figure that isn't much to ask the dealer to cover. I will definitely be checking it over in person though.
I will do what I can to haggle the price but if all checks out, I am comfortable paying the premium for convenience. Especially since the maintenance is up-to-date, has a well document service history, and is clean inside and out.
Honestly, not even considering the 200, I like the boxy look of the 100 and prefer it... Oh, I understand the "new is good"... ha-ha, I am a network administrator (IE: I build a lot of computers) and a member of Slickdeals... a deadly combination to the wallet ha-ha!
Thanks for your input!
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Yup, I don't plan to upgrade anything anytime soon, I just need more space than a hatchback. I want a vehicle I can keep until the tires fall off.
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I understand where you are coming from, I do. I just prefer the 100's over the 200's. In regards to the price, I know it's a little high but from what I can tell, that's just the market (from my searching.) Sure, I can hold out and wait for the great deal to come along but i'm a bird in hand type of guy rather than two in the bush.
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Right? Mileage does not trump exposure
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Understandable
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I will do my best to haggle with the price but at the end of the day, if everything checks out, I am okay with the price it is now. As far as my work commute, it's about 3 steps to my desk. I work from home as a Network admin & managed services provider.
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Understandable but at the end of the day, I already have a lien on my current vehicle, so adding to that doesn't worry me. Enjoy, and drink one for me!
That is a good thing! Hold off on any long distance trips for a few weeks and take the time to get to know the vehicle. You'll love it! Even if you are not a mechanic you still should get comfortable getting under and seeing whats going on. I like to take mine to the dealerships and pay a little every year and see what the technicians find, I don't typically opt to have them fix anything but I get a good idea for what might be an issue and I can research and DIY.
I say this non sarcastically, but if you don’t mind likely being upside down on it very soon, go for it.
Market value may be 20k right now, but that can change pretty quickly. At the end of the day it’s a 15 year old suv with over 100k. Not that it’s a bad thing, but for 20k it’s a lot. Make sure insurance would cover the price you paid or look into GAP insurance.
That’s a premium price for a non premium quality LX. Has minor rust underneath and pretty high mileage for the price imo. My 2000 model with 300k has less rust underneath.
Market value may be 20k right now, but that can change pretty quickly. At the end of the day it’s a 15 year old suv with over 100k. Not that it’s a bad thing, but for 20k it’s a lot. Make sure insurance would cover the price you paid or look into GAP insurance.
That’s a premium price for a non premium quality LX. Has minor rust underneath and pretty high mileage for the price imo. My 2000 model with 300k has less rust underneath.
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I agree with you. The LC/LX is what I want (and need to tow my other car if need). As said before, I'm okay with paying a little more for for a clean rig. I work from home and will be putting less than 2k mileage a year (if that) on the LX. Plus I typically keep a spotless vehicle. My thing is, I'll barely drive it, keep it extremely clean, keep maintenance records up-to-date, and come 5 years from now, it should be an excellent example of a clean LX.
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I bought a 2006 LX470 last week from a dealer in New Jersey, though the car has been in Jacksonville, FL most of its life. One owner, clean Carfax, always serviced at Lexus dealer, all maintenance done. Very clean, everything is supposed to be operational. 147,000 miles. Cypress Pearl Metallic. It has some surface rust underneath, and looks similar to the pictures you showed. I ended up paying $13,995, plus $496 in dealer fees. To be fair, I haven’t seen it in person yet, but have extensive pics and dealer video walk around, but it seems to be very similar to your situation. I hope the comparison is helpful.
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not wishing anything bad on anyone but there are a lot of cash strap folks out there right now. there are deals to be made.
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That's the plan! and I do the same thing, I like the convenience of the dealer to tell me what I "need" and fix accordingly. I'm nowhere remotely close to mechanic level, but I love old school cars and enjoy working on them, so ain't worried about doing some at home maintenance.
