melhadri Posted September 14, 2006 Share Posted September 14, 2006 $11,500 98 ES300 w/ 68k miles Purchased in Aug 2004 from NJ Toyota Dealership Black/Ivory (No CD Changer) Mint Condition inside and out Had 90k Mile service and regular maintainance. Only defect was in EGR Valve and 1 O2 sensor which occured well after the purchase. Aside from that it's been treating me well. I think I've got like ~120k miles on it now....yes, i enjoy my road trips. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike1995es300 Posted September 21, 2006 Share Posted September 21, 2006 Just bought a 95 es300 with 131K on it. for $2300 Was wrecked and repaired. Has a few issues. Engine light is on. There is something wrong with the air intake, has poor acceleration/ hesitation at times, a little smoke when started, most likely needs gaskets fixed. I think the air intake issue could be the MAF filter, since it has a little trouble starting- Or in the intake manifold itself. Needs tires/struts, engine/trans mounts replaced. I think the past few owners were deadbeats and let the car go. Inside is good everything else works great no rust / dents. Still runs better than most American cars, ha. I think I should have it fixed up for $1K or so. Still a beauty. - Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsanfilippo5 Posted September 26, 2006 Share Posted September 26, 2006 Just bought my 04 e330 sportdesign - for $21,995 - roughly 30k Miles - color - Thundercloud! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94LexusES Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Um bought my 94 lexus for 3,750. 189k, worst decision ever. I'd rather not explain why. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JahDW Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 2000 ES 300, Fully loaded and mint inside and out. 65k miles $11,000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chococat Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 I think we did real good... We bought our 2000 ES300 in June of '05 for $10K and it had 99950 miles on it. We bought it off eBay and the only thing it needed right off was tires and we knew that when buying it. It was (and is) a beautiful car and has not needed any abnormal maintenance since buying it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Lexy4U Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 I bought my wifes white '99 ES300 in 2003 for $17,500 with 69,000 or so on it. At the time I thought it was too much, but later figured it was a pretty good deal. As a matter of fact, I liked the car so much that in July '06, when I was shopping for a new GTO, I ran into a friend whose mother had died and wanted to sell her '01 ES300 for $14,000. Out of curiousity I went to look at it and it only had 37K miles, records of all maintenance, and brand new tires. Even though it hasn't been washed in a few months it was pretty much spotless. I ran down to the bank and bought it. Since then I bought 17 in. ADR rims, tinted the windows, and installed a wing on back. The brand new 16 in. tires off it when on to my wifes new "Bling!" rims (I'm not a chrome fanatic). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pearlwhite97ES Posted October 10, 2006 Share Posted October 10, 2006 I bought my 97 es300 1 1/2 years ago from ebay for $8000. I had 130,000 and was in near perfect condition. The only thing I've had to do to it was 90k service,tires and front brakes. I now want to flush the tranny out . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
as97es Posted November 26, 2006 Share Posted November 26, 2006 Came across this thread while browsing through the forums... I just bought my 1997 ES300 with 92K mi. It's in a metallic green color, with gold emblems. Tan interior. The car has never had any major issues/repairs, but I have a feeling a few may be due. The engine runs beautifuly smooth - acceleration is perfect. When I break, the car shakes a bit, and also, the car doesn't seem to be absorbing bumps - I'm not getting that "floating" feeling, bumps feel tight (suspension issue perhaps? struts?). The exterior is a handful of small, barely noticeable scratches and dings, and a few tiny rust spots around the grill. It could use a waxing, but other than that, the exterior is in great condition. The interior is in very good condition, though it could use a thorough cleaning. The stero/cd changer work perfectly, but I'm going to replace the faulty radio display (already ordered the part from Pioneer). Besides these issues, the car runs great, and I have a good feeling it will last me many years. Based on the issues above, any reccomendations on what repairs/service I should get now? Oh, and the price? $5,600 How's that for a deal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abrarcool Posted November 27, 2006 Author Share Posted November 27, 2006 Looks like u need your Rotors resurfaced or if thats not possible u will need new ones u can have new ceramic brake pads installed when ur at it. about the ride it could be anything have it looked at this car isnt a LS so it doesnt have that gliding kinda feel thanks the price sounds like a sweet deal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sync912 Posted November 27, 2006 Share Posted November 27, 2006 Just bought a 2001 ES300 with 45,000 miles for $16,000. Car is impeccable, all maintenance records and carfax was clean. It's silver / grey leather, HID, CD Changer..etc :P Used to own a 92 ES dark green. I just love these cars and especially the 2001 being the last of this gen. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiboons Posted January 29, 2007 Share Posted January 29, 2007 Just bought a 2001 ES300 with 45,000 miles for $16,000. Car is impeccable, all maintenance records and carfax was clean. It's silver / grey leather, HID, CD Changer..etc :P Used to own a 92 ES dark green. I just love these cars and especially the 2001 being the last of this gen. John 96 es300 wit 98k miles for $3900, car is spotless and engine runs like new Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shayan Posted January 30, 2007 Share Posted January 30, 2007 Bought a 92 es300 for $2350. With 160,000 Of course i got lied to and got sold a car that has costed me over $1600 in repais and probley another 1600 before its all set and done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyridin Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 Hi all! New club member and new first time lexus owner. Bought my 2001 Es300 less than a month ago with 97,000 for $9,000. So far, best car ive ever had! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiike32 Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 My 2000 es300 was $31,000 7 years ago. 130k miles and still running strong (knock on wood). 2006 es330 was $36,000 fully loaded a year ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kong1215 Posted March 17, 2007 Share Posted March 17, 2007 I bought my 2002 for $12,900 with 102,000 miles on it. The dealership that I bought it from just did the 90k tune-up the day before I bought it. The car was in mint condition. It was a deal that I couldn't pass up. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexlogic Posted March 18, 2007 Share Posted March 18, 2007 Hi all! New club member and new first time lexus owner. Bought my 2001 Es300 less than a month ago with 97,000 for $9,000. So far, best car ive ever had! :D Any more with that price? In May 2006. brought 2000 ES300 with 61,000 miles at $11,500 out the door. Just need new tires, so far the wife loves it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeiLtYmE Posted March 18, 2007 Share Posted March 18, 2007 96 es for 10G in 2002 w/64,XXX Now has 99,XXX with tons of upgrades, and little costs to repairs been well maintained, all fluids, belts. etc... love the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jforf Posted March 18, 2007 Share Posted March 18, 2007 Bought our 01 on 8/7/05 for $19,900 with 59500 miles. Clean carfax near perfect condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshS Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 I just got a 92 ES300 with 140k miles for $2900. Car is in good shape, needs valve cover gaskets, but hopefully that's all. My wife is trying to steal it from me though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnstarz Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 I just bought a 96 ES300 with 170k for $4k. Almost immaculate condition except the leather has some rough spots and two tears. Otherwise, it's perfect. I love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChikuLexus Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 got my 2000 ES300 a year ago with 98,000 miles on it for $11,000. The price might have been a bit high, but it was from a family member who i knew had taken the car in for maintenance to the dealer very very regularly, probably a little too frequently even (i think oil changes, brake jobs, and routine stuff is better handled by the more economical shops). it ran perfectly until a couple of days ago. the starter is shot. sears is quoting me $270 for a new one, i don't think that includes installation. so i am taking a breather from driving this weekend while i look for cheaper options. anyone know if it's possible to buy a starter at auto zone and self-install? full disclosure though: i am an idiot, so please offer your opinion keeping that in mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockysDad Posted April 29, 2007 Share Posted April 29, 2007 I bought my '93 about a year ago. It had about 150k miles and was in excellent running condition except for a small dent in the right front fender. The origianl owner had kept all the receipts including the window sticker, service records and work done on it since new. It totaled to over $40k in the course of the 13 years he owned it. I bought this car for only $4300! This is the main reasons I alway buy use cars and look for these kinds of deals. I have been very blessed in all my cars that I bought so far. Most of the deal have been pretty good but this one was the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OmarG Posted April 30, 2007 Share Posted April 30, 2007 I bought my '93 about a year ago. It had about 150k miles and was in excellent running condition except for a small dent in the right front fender. The origianl owner had kept all the receipts including the window sticker, service records and work done on it since new. It totaled to over $40k in the course of the 13 years he owned it. I bought this car for only $4300! This is the main reasons I alway buy use cars and look for these kinds of deals. I have been very blessed in all my cars that I bought so far. Most of the deal have been pretty good but this one was the best. really?? 40k? thats like 250 a month... since new. wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la_gator Posted April 30, 2007 Share Posted April 30, 2007 new forum user and so far its pretty cool. me: 1997, 180k+ mi, well maintained. paid under $4000. it has minor issues (read radio lcd, driver-side leather, small oil leak), but the engine is good, and tranny seems strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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