So, pending the results of a pre-purchase inspection, I'm about to pick up a '02 LX470 for a steal (under US$5K). I know of several issues going in that worry me a little so hoping for a little feedback on how costly some of these will be or if any are a deal breaker. I've provided my guesses based on some research. These are all things I'd like to fix before starting on the build.
1 - Needs new alternator ($500)
2 - Radio not working, could be tied to alternator? If not, found a used amp on ebay for $300
3 - Nav Screen is cracked but Navigation works
4 - Seats are in rough shape but might go with weatherproof seat covers instead of reupholstering
5 - Leather on steering wheel has basically disintegrated (new steering wheel is LOL expensive so hoping to be able to just recover the leather part)
My vision for the build:
1 - Needs new alternator ($500)
2 - Radio not working, could be tied to alternator? If not, found a used amp on ebay for $300
3 - Nav Screen is cracked but Navigation works
4 - Seats are in rough shape but might go with weatherproof seat covers instead of reupholstering
5 - Leather on steering wheel has basically disintegrated (new steering wheel is LOL expensive so hoping to be able to just recover the leather part)
My vision for the build: