Sc430 51 reg

[messi]

Hi

Can anyone tell me what to look out for on a 51 reg sc430 please?

 

Thanks

[Bob King]

1 hour ago, messi said:

Hi

Can anyone tell me what to look out for on a 51 reg sc430 please?

 

Thanks

Less of a problem if full Lexus service history  but if independent garage or no service history its a bit of a gamble. Basics is its a Toyota/Lexus .....so well build and should last.

list..service items....Timing belt /water pump, calipers sticking, exhaust blowing,  oxygen sensors .

shock absorber wear out early and give a rough ride, front suspension can wear and you get a knocking or steering pulls.

tyres wear if tracking is out or worn suspension...size 245-40-18 around £100 a corner for a brand  you've  heard of !

    Warning lights on dash.....Tire pressure warning system.....sensor in wheels playing up or battery flat  , engine management dash light......oxygen sensors .

     Most don't have a space save spare just a compressor and sealer by now probably missing ...check in boot.

if you can look after the car yourself to not a major expense but if using a garage could be expensive .....and not all cars will have all the problems above.

Just shout if you want more advise :)

[messi]

Thank you for that

[messi]

Oh another question, im 6ft1, will my head hit the headlining?

[Bob King]

46 minutes ago, messi said:

Oh another question, im 6ft1, will my head hit the headlining?

I'm 6ft 1" and no problem.

[ChiefSi]

Yeah I'm 6'2 and I fit in better than I fitted in my IS. Have you seen anything you like so far?

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[messi]

Yeah there's on ive seen that's been wrapped in black matt thingy, its got wifi etc, he needs a bigger car and wants to deal with my car, its nice, but if anyone wants to do a deal with my lovely gs300 on here, id be happy with that.

[Bob King]

24 minutes ago, messi said:

Yeah there's on ive seen that's been wrapped in black matt thingy, its got wifi etc, he needs a bigger car and wants to deal with my car, its nice, but if anyone wants to do a deal with my lovely gs300 on here, id be happy with that.

Is it the one currently on eBay Matt black over Heathrow ?

 

[messi]

Yeah it's too bling bling for me, but im going to view it tomarrow 

[messi]

I've been looking for an sc430 for ages.

[Bob King]

6 minutes ago, messi said:

Yeah it's too bling bling for me, but im going to view it tomarrow 

Think a standard one is the way to go ....I P/X my old car in for my current SC430 at an independent dealer, they all like to do a deal maybe take you GS300 round to a few .

       What's your GS worth  and what price for a SC430 are you looking at ?....if you don't mind saying 

[messi]

£4000 for my gs300 and he wants £1600 on top

[ChiefSi]

If your interested there's a guy on lexusworld who deals in Lexus and in particular SC430's. He has had some great cars for good money and will probably give you a deal on your gs300 as well. Food for thought at least.

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[messi]

What's his name and how do I contact him 

[ChiefSi]

What's his name and how do I contact him 

His name on lexusworld is Lexusman. If you email him or start a new thread on the forum he'll reply.

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[messi]

Thank you