Lexmanic

Browsing fleabay again and spotted this example.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2000-LEXUS-LS400-CHAMPAGNE-/171366993079?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item27e644ccb7

Also there is a brand new 1990-1994 towbar on there at the moment.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Watling-Brinkmatic-Tow-Bar-Lexus-LS400-90-94-plus-Bypass-Electrics-Brand-New-/201111140992?pt=UK_Car_Accessories_Touring_Travel&hash=item2ed3287a80

One LS400 picture!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Also before taking out an extended warranty isn't the supplier supposed to ensure there are no existing faults when granting the warranty? & if not why not?

PS I should report their remarks to Lexus Customer Care & that way they cannot deny not knowing just what Lexus Carlisle are like and may be forced to take some action against them

This all sounds like a living nightmare , I would take this further as it's bordering on being slander, don't let them get away with this.......

Allan

To accuse someone of a crime knowing it to be false is 'criminal slander' & can attract a prison sentence if convicted

Hello

I am new to this forum but I would like to know if anyone else has been ripped off for work that was not required at Carlisle Lexus. Mine is a longish story but to cut the story short Carlisle tried to charge me, in 2013, £3000 for MOT and timing belt change and asked if I would prefer to change my car! When questioned they quickly reduced it to £1700 for MOT alone. I removed my car and took to local garage where it cost £50 to pass its MOT. Have just had another MOT this year at Lexus Bolton (who are fantastic) and cost only £50 again for MOT.

Carlisle said I needed new suspension and all 4 callipers! Since Carlisle's assessment I have never needed suspension and only required 1 calliper.

I have reported Carlisle to Lexus Customer service - but there is little they can do....

Carlisle were very rude and said Lexus UK could do nothing as they were a franchise.

Please let me know if you have had similar problems

thanks

Dawn

All main dealer garages are franchises so Lexus Customer Service are talking rubbish Tell them you want satisfaction and if they won't give it you'll be going to Trading Standards amongst others in the motoring media

OK so what included in the original picture AND if its complete can it be bought AND for how much???

Well the part number for 1998 partial engine is 19000-50350

The price is £8090 from Japan

http://amayama.com/search/?q=19000-50350

So is this what we used to call a 'SHORT BLOCK' in that items like the alternator, starter, water pump etc needed to be harvested from the old engine & refitted to the new one ?

So you CAN buy a complete NEW engine for a 98 LS400

Not sure if I am dreaming, but got renewal from Direct Line - cost £281.

Just been on Compare the Meerkat and AA quoting £200 - seems too good to be true ,and even gives 90 days EU driving cover.

Think I know who will be getting my money this year, and I get a free Meerkat (maybe to replace my furry dice!!)

You do know its a 'stuffed' Meerkat and not a real one I hope

Due to a big change in circumstances I have very reluctantly decided to sell my 98 Lexus LS400 :megaangry:

When I feel a little less depressed I shall post it on eBay in the hope that it goes to a good home :shifty:

Tell 'em that white is the most stolen colour as its dead easy to paint over

If being sold as spares the seller being trade cannot allow it to be driven away otherwise it will be subject to the 'Sale of Goods Act' no matter what the seller might claim.

Also 'no warranty' doesn't matter as the buyer will be covered by that same Sale of Goods Act.

If your selling a car for spares why would you even mention a warranty

PS out of all of them do you think the LS 400 is the best and in the longterm the most reliable

Hi

Your very welcome

Its 13 years old FFS Thats an average of about 4,800mls PA from new[/quote

]Today I bought a 16 year old Nissan micra with genuine 16000 miles for my granddaughter that's an average of 1000 Per annum . Why can't this be the same .william

Look at the leather seats they seem well polished by backsides going in and out

Its 13 years old FFS Thats an average of about 4,800mls PA from new

Looking at this and like it:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lexus-GS-300-SE-AUTO-LOW-MILES-FULL-M-O-T-ONE-FORMER-KEEPER-/121335477668?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item1c402875a4

Anyone know the car? What do you think and what is it worth? Thanks guys.

Look at the leather, there's no way its only done 62K

If it ain't a Lexus don't buy it

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/search/used/cars/mercedes-benz/s_class/postcode/bt39jp/radius/1500/price-to/18000/fuel-type/petrol/price-from/17000/colour/blue/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew/sort/default

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201402051576968/sort/default/usedcars/model/s_class/engine-size-cars/5lplus/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/price-to/18000/page/1/make/mercedes-benz/price-from/17000/maximum-age/up_to_7_years_old/radius/1500/postcode/bt39jp?logcode=p

Please, someone talk sense to me. Having sold my Ls 400 to fred81, I now am tempted to buy this, as my S class. Its far to expensive, and I don't need it, can't really afford it, but, I do, do,do, want it. I am going to view it tomorrow, and I am very impulsive. Help. William

It ain't a Lexus so don't buy it.....simples

It should be known that ALL of the card companies recently tried in vain to have section 75 of the CCA scrapped particularly for goods and services bought abroad AND they are STILL lobbying for such an outcome

But isn't the starter motor repair kit £13 or summat + labour ??

Malc

Yup the 'motor' never goes wrong its the contacts that corrode which cost £13 of eBay AND the guy who supplies them has been involved with Desmo Starters most of his working life

If your debit card was Visa , you have a chance ...Visa offer a charge back facility unlike MasterCard debit cards....but the unfortunately the debit cards are not covered by the credit card legislation.... Talk to your bank and see what they say....but really you should just get the dealer to fix the problem or return the car ...

Shiner

Visa are They comply with section 75 of the CCA 1974

PS also your 'contract' is with the dealer NOT Lexus My advice is do not let the dealer fob you off by claiming the manufacture will not honour the warranty. That's his problem not yours. If in doubt speak to a competent consumer law solicitor

Hi Jon, Lexus consider a 75k shock absorber which fails is due to 'wear and tear' so the dealer wont have any luck there.

I Bought the car more or less 50/50 with p/x my 460 and the rest paid with debit card.

I'll see what the dealer says Monday.

I'm sorry but I can't make it any clearer The Dealer IS responsible & that liability could extend (in law) to 6 years after the fault was discovered. The warranty you were sold is meaningless if it attempts to restrict your legal rights (& most do). You have mush better rights under the existing law. Also if your debit card is Visa like a credit card they comply with Section 75 of the CCA 1974 meaning you can request your money be refunded

Even a 2nd hand car with 75k MUST be fit for purpose when sold to another consumer The dealer IS liable and its up to them to argue with Lexus. If that fails then the cost fall on them. Also did you finance the purchase using HP? If so its them who are liable in law as THEY are the supplier AND they'll use their clout to ensure the dealer does the right thing