TNTom

Hi chaps, looking at the possibility of a 300/430 mk3, i've checked a few posts and can't see a buying guide so too speak, please link me one if i've missed it. Whats the difference in MPG between the V6 and V8 also does the GS have an AUX in option for the stereo. I'm after the Levinson system as i'm very picky when it comes to audio quality, one of the first things i look for in a car. Does this come in all the SE-L models and was it ever an option in just the SE? Thanks in advance.

Sounds interesting, i missed out on removalman's LS as i was trying to flog my merc first. But the LPG does make me very interested. PM me some more info if you could. You may have a buyer if it comes up for the right price.

Expect a phone call from me on Monday. If your number is listed on the advertisement. The honda is going for its mot and will be listed up for sale. Plus the Mercedes ebay add ends on Monday. Very eager to sort a deal if no one beats me to itm

Oohh I hope it stays around untill Monday/Tuesday

You see Tom all good things come to those that wait! :) Well it is slightly more then what i wanted to spend. But at least i know it's been well looked after, The Merc is on Ebay at the moment, auction finishes on monday, If no one beats me to it maybe i could get an MOT thrown in! ;) But it seems to be attracting a lot of interest on ebay mind

If i get rid of one of my two cars in the next week or two I'll be in touch. New MOT would be nice though :)

Well the price has been reduced to under 2k. I've just got out of work as i had some paper work to catch up on my day off. hopefully i can get down to go and see it today, as im not off again till Monday

I instantly thought when he said part exchange he was a dealer. Jumping to conclusions I guess. If it's still around Thursday I'll have a look. Suppose in need to stop making my decisions by looking at just the adverts.

Even before I go and look at a car I want it to at least have a few invoices or receipts, especially when buying a lexus, I understand what your saying. I just don't fancy buying a car that could have big bills hidden. Maybe it's just me being other the top but my method has served me well for the 18/19 odd cars I've had over the last 6 years. Apart from this bloody Mercedes I have. :-)

Well no evidence of cambelt change. 8 stamps i think he said up to 120,000 odd. All are lexus apart from the last. which was an indi. No actual receipts/invoices either. Think ill carry on the search.

The chap phoned me back, I think he is some sort of dealer. As he said it was a part ex. He sounded decent enough on the phone . (but you can never judge) He is going to send me details of service history today as it's on another "site" Will wait and see what comes of it

I've dropped him a message to see what history it has. Bagshot isnt to far from me either. Will se when he replies

This is cheap, But not sure if the guy is a dealer? plus only part service history. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2001-LEXUS-LS430-AUTO-GREEN-/380731473298?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item58a55d3d92

Someone care to fill me in on these sellers? Just out of curiosity. They obviously have a bad history among the forum.

I see what you're saying. I've got my mind set on an LS430 nothing will change that, i just want to buy from someone reputable, and not end up with a complete shed. This will be my first LS purchase so i will be going in without anyone experience on what to look out for when buying one apart from what I've read on here.