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Re: Prices and ?s to ask when looking at 2002 LS430 [4xpy4] by kyfdx HOST
Mar 07, 2007 (8:41 am)

Replying to: 4xpy4 (Mar 07, 2007 8:10 am)

Real world?
 
Try here: Real-World Trade-In Values
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Re: Prices and ?s to ask when looking at 2002 LS430 [4xpy4] by 4xpy4
Mar 12, 2007 (6:32 pm)

Replying to: 4xpy4 (Mar 07, 2007 8:10 am)

FYI for those shopping:
 
I bought a 2001 LS430 in DFW area this past weekend here were the specifics:
60K miles, great condition, full service records since new; 60K mile service performed; new F/R brakes; new tires; no navigation; no levinson sound
$24700 price
-$3500 trade-in
+$1792 3yr/36K mile Total Protection Plan 'Deluxe' Extended Warranty (they originally offered this at $2540, I kept asking questions and punching random #s in my calculator and shaking my head and the finance man kept lowering the price)
+1250something tax
 
financed at 6.55% (again, finance man originally quoted 7.5%; i said i would probably just wait to do the loan until monday when my credit union opened. ta-da lower rate)
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looking at used02-04 low mile 430's by dandg
Apr 24, 2007 (2:36 pm)
Been getting close to buying a used LS430.I was thinking that after the 460 where in the dealers a while there would be some good deals on the 02-04 LS430's.Was wondering what others have been paying or finding when they get down to offers.
I have seen;
03,with 23k miles 33,500 ask
04,with 29k miles 31,900 ask
02,with 22k miles 28,000 ask
Bid on a couple on Ebay but have seen some real shady stuff (no reserve car sold then put up next day by same dealer with different id,shill?)and have some concerns but certainly don't want to pay the Lexus dealer used car price.
Anyone else been shopping,buying?
thanks
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Re: looking at used02-04 low mile 430's [dandg] by dandg
Apr 25, 2007 (3:49 pm)

Replying to: dandg (Apr 24, 2007 2:36 pm)

ok leaning towards that 04 but the 02 has a second place spot.The 04 guy won't come down much maybe a couple hundred and I would have to fly to get get,drive it back (still cheaper than having it shipped and less worry).Anyone ever gone this route and bought one over the net? How did it work out? Are you all going with local dealers?We did great when we bought or RX out of state and saved thousands over the local dealer price but that new and we drove to pick it up.
Thanks,
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2001 Lexus LS 430 Ultra -FOR SALE- by lexuslx
May 01, 2007 (7:15 pm)
2001 Lexus LS 430 Ultra
  
Navigation
Mark Levinson Audio 6-CD
Park Assist
Lexus Link
Heated & Cooled Seats
Rear Heated Power Reclining and Massaging Seats
Rear Climate Control (4 separate climate zones in car)
Rear Refrigerated Storage (6 cans)
Rear Power Sunshade
Height Control
Sport Suspension
Xenon HID Headlights w/Washers
Automatic Wipers
17" Factory Lexus Chrome Rims
Sunroof
  
Black Onyx w/Black/charcoal interior
  
108k miles w/Lexus Service History
Perfect except cracked Dynamic Cruise Control Lens...have replacement one not yet installed.
  
$22,300 obo
  
Email for pictures or further info.
  
THANKS!
  
Matt
rxstudentsbcglobal.net">
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2005 LS 430 by 95864ls
May 03, 2007 (1:49 pm)
'05 LS430, 53k miles, CPO. All the goodies. Laser cruise, Levinson, door closers, laminated side window glass, 18" Chromes, cooled and heated (incl rear) seats, extended ecru leather trim. New Bridgestone Turanzas. Full service history. Lexus extended 100k/3yr warranty. Price to me $38k plus taxes. The mileage is high, but paint if flawless, and with a certified pre-owned warranty for the next 47k miles - I think its a steal. What am I missing?
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Re: 2005 LS 430 [95864ls] by dandg
May 03, 2007 (4:02 pm)

Replying to: 95864ls (May 03, 2007 1:49 pm)

I have not been looking at them with that much mileage but it does sound like a decent price.Is it a Ultra sounds like it ?
Two things I would be concerned about;
Your comming up on some pricey services (60K)and you will have to go to the dealer so you keep him happy to deal with the CPO covered issues.
And once you over 50k they seem to take a big hit in price.
JMO but I would rather have a lower mileage 04 that a higher 05.
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Purchased an 04' LS 430 @ an auction by mrsincere7
Nov 13, 2007 (4:29 pm)
I recently purchased an 04' LS 430 silver w/black interior Ultra Luxury at a dealers auction in Bordentown NJ. Cost me $28,700. Car had high mileage ( 78k ). But for a car that may easily go 200k + miles, 78k is nothing to worry about.
 
I got exactly what I was looking for and more. You see.......I already owned a silver with black interior 96 LS 400. And I wanted to step up in luxury by replacing that car with a silver w/black interior LS 430 w/ ultra luxury package. How in the world did I get so lucky, finding my car at an auction? Yeah, there would be many LS 430's there, but that doesnt mean you'll find exactly the car , color and options you want. I know, I know......buying at an auction is a huge risk. But I think it's worth the risk, especially when you find out, the same car you find at someone's used car lot is the same car purchased by that dealer from a dealer only auction. The car hasnt changed, only the cost by the time it gets to a car lot.
 
Originally I was only able to afford an 02'......but going to an auction allowed me to step up to a newer model. And I'm sure glad I did. I didnt know the 04' had a 6 spd trans, and that previous year models had 5 sp trans.
 
I love everything about my car. Mark Levinson system,chrome rims, self closing doors and trunk,rear refrigerator,reclining massaging rear seats, back-up camera, voice command nav system, great MPG, smart key access,folding side mirrors,sport and snow selections, 4 auto power windows,rader/laser cruise,whisper quiet, 4 pass heat/cooled seats,computerized message center,parking sensors,one touch open/close roof, drivers's seat extends out for more leg comfort,cornering headlights,headlight cleaners,exterior illumination, interior styling and creature comforts. All of that for under 29k??? I'll take it.
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Re: Purchased an 04' LS 430 @ an auction [mrsincere7] by wifescar1
Nov 24, 2007 (9:29 pm)

Replying to: mrsincere7 (Nov 13, 2007 4:29 pm)

Just bought an '03 LS 430 last week. I think it was an ok deal and I really like the car. Bought it from a Lexus dealer for $23,900. Its a certified used car with 47k miles. Black over black with only a few options (heated/ac seats, etc.) Its a one owner car, bought new locally. The dealer was pretty good and gave me $500 more for my trade than I was offered anywhere else to close the deal. The Certification gives me 3 years of warranty or up to 100K miles bumper to bumper. While I was shopping - I never saw a certified LS for under $28,000 so I thought it was a good price. The dealer/salesman were easy to deal with, though they were real firm on the price and didn't throw any extras at me. I suspect that means there wasn't a lot of fat in the deal.
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2004 ls430 buyout by phyllis119
Feb 14, 2008 (5:56 am)
My lease ends in one month on my 2004 Ls430. The car is in perfect shape and has 51,000 miles with no problems. the buyout is $28.5 plus 7% tax. Im considering buying it rather than stepping down to an es350. Is this a good idea?

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