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93 - LS400 with 160k that has timing belt changed at 120k. I plan on completing a test drive, but according to owner all Lexus maintenance and car runs perfect. Before my test drive my concerns include 10 years of northern salt damage may have damaged exhaust, AC, LCD, steering pump and lower ball joints? Customer is willing to get rid of car for $6,500, what ya think..? Or should I just spend about 12k and get something with less miles... THIS WEBSITE IS wonderful for new and experienced Lexus owners.. Thank you so much! I have read the articles on mileage and buying a LS400, but would like more opinion on the facts of this deal...

Hello happy Lexus owners.. Soon I will join your ranks. Presently I have been searching through numerous websites to find the best deal for me. Two Lexus's that stand out are a 94 LS400 160K ($5,000) or the 97ES with 41k miles ($10,000). The ES gets better gas mileage and is less of a car for double the price. The owner for this LS has all repair records. Also owner states LS has mostly highway miles driving to work (80 miles). LS has a replaced timing belt and records showing oil changes every 2k miles. My primary concerns are the miles and the posibility of a common problems stated by other LEXUS members (LED lights, fuel pump and ball joints).. The LS drives amazingly well.. Extremly comfortable, fast and smooth. Any suggestions about what I should look for and if this car is a good deal are greatly appreciated.. Also I did see a few LS400 94's 95k for about 9k...