Looking To Buy A Gs300. Is 155k Miles Too High?

[jasear]

Hi,

There is a GS300 LPG converted available for around 2,900. It has done 155k.

I have a few questions. Is that mileage too high? How much do these cars normally do if well maintained?

Is the price good? How much should I offer the guy?

And when and how often should the cambelt be changed?

Thanks for your help in advance.

[TigerFish]

What year is the GS?

[jasear]

Sorry its T reg 1999.

[jasear]

Hello!

[TigerFish]

Sorry mate, not too clue'd up on the Mk2's but on face value it sounds like a decent price. The engines are good for a lot higher mileage than that although you should prbably check that the LPG conversion has got a gadget on it that helps keep the valves guides etc lubed up properly when the car is running on LPG. Can't remember the name of the gadget though but have heard some horror stories of knackered heads if it isn't fitted. Can't be off anymore help I'm afraid mate.

[jasear]

Thanks for your help mate. :)

[jsj24uk]

I think it has to have a flashlube kit for the LPG. Don't quite know why, I just know what it is called.

[ColinBarber]

Yes check it has a flashlube.

General things to look out for:

http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/knowledge...p;id=16&c=3

Check the gearbox fluid, make sure the colour is a nice pink/red. If it is dark red/brown or smells burnt then walk away.