Buy 2009 Lexus gs300 this week advice me please

[JimBobS]

Hi guys

I am looking at buying a 2009 gs300

there is little service history but hpi check has verified the milage 114000

Am I taking a big risk ?

The car is cheap and I really like it 

The shocks and brakes have been done 

What would you do

I could could get a 2006 for the same money with lower miles

I am not a age snob but I really like the look of it

Thanks in advance for your input 

 

[ColinBarber]

how bad is the service history?

The engines are quite reliable, especially a 2009 one. Worth noting if there is any knocking/rattling on startup which could indicate a problem with the timing chain and sprockets.

[JimBobS]

 

how bad is the service history?

It was lost I've been told

The car is with a dealer now and the last MOT was done at the lexus dealership but they have no history.

I will check for the rattling and knocking thanks for the advice.

I have had a gen 1 gs and an LS430 they where both great cars

I've had a volvo s80, merc cls and jags since- comparison I hope this is half as good as the other two.

The mileage is a worry though

Thanks again