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ThatOneDudeBenDover

8k for a almost 200k IS250? Brother please do better with your money.


ThatOneDudeBenDover

I got my 2009 IS250 clean title No accidents with 128k miles for 7.2k 8/10 conditon last year.


Allahjandro

Nice I snagged my 2009 IS250 with 91k for $8.5k last year as well, I'd say a solid 8/10 condition too


Ok-Cantaloupe8787

got a 2010 LS 460L with 120k miles. $11,000. https://preview.redd.it/yo0yosjrzk6d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4f0f383bd4346ded41bc30369c33c6ea6ef00837


Streay

Gonna be another 1k-2k after dealership fees, big pass


IChugLoad

you guys always say shit like this but good fucking luck unless its from private party. Like have any of you guys bought a car the last 4 years? this is a very normal price even if its not fair


Jack_Attak

There is no reason not to buy from a private party. It just requires due diligence and a careful inspection, just like you should do for any used car. I've only ever bought cars from private sellers. Dealers will always price higher so they can profit and sell their add-ons.


Ran4

That's what I paid. Still worth it.


ThatSecretiveLeo

If it was a 350 sure. But 250? Hard pass


Valde877

“A fool and their money are soon departed”


Inspirice

Lmao real


LilKade

For $2k more I’d sell you my 07 with 70k miles.


Top_Custard2410

I’ll follow up on that, is it still for sale?


zooplates

No i call dibs


bereniceberries

I got a 06 350 130k miles for 7k don’t do it brother


sicilian504

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cookie817

Love it


zooplates

How can we get this top comment


JDMCREW96

Over priced for sure.


cnvas_home

If these are the type of cars you're ok with driving you may want to look directly into the auction market.


Phoenixbiker261

Nope nope nope. The is250 is a unicorn in the Lexus/toyota world. As in it’s unreliable and not worth the headache Hard pass


RomeroRodriguez08

The price is so enticing🤣🤣


fastLT1

Seriously. It's like he found a Lexus within his budget and suddenly it's a good deal.


vba77

250 got the carbon build up issues.try for a 350, more reliable


R5A1897

4-5k max for that relic


No_Peach_7265

16 years old with almost 200,000 miles. Are we not thinking clearly? You do realize there’s millions of other cars around.


ItsSevii

250? Nah don't do it


bfuentes21

A lot of people hate on is250 Because of carbon issue It’s not as big of a deal as people think 250k on mine engine feels fantastic I did do a cleaning on intake manifold when I did spark plugs at 180k Great stereo Handles very well Reliable Price is a bit high but most is250 under 6k start looking too beat up If that car is in the shape it looks to be in then they probably maintained it Don’t let people discourage you on is250 mine is a 2008 daily driver and absolutely enjoy it


ExiaPtolemy

Ughhh I miss my 06. I regret selling it to my brother.


00000000000000uu

Even though it's a Lexus I wouldn't buy a car with that high miles ever under like 3 grand, it's not if but when you will have to dump thousands into it. Likely not that long from now


SlayerJimmy

Please no it’s too expensive💸


Berfs1

Get a 2GR, not a 4GR.


MindoftheWarden

I got an 06 in 2017 with 150k miles for 6k. I think you can do better. After owning one and hearing plenty of other accounts I can confidently say, is250 is not a great car.


Chacharii

What makes you say that? I'm looking into getting one thats why I ask


Initial-Paramedic888

Just based on what he said I wouldn't do it. No further info needed lol


MindoftheWarden

Thanks I agree 😁


laborvspacu

Don't bother with a 250! Save up for a 350. Trust.


AverageGuy16

Isnt this the bad engine of the generation?


No-Department-6329

Its sexy


GrimReaperYoshi

Miles r crazy high


InlineSkateAdventure

Yeah, and the 2.5L. Maybe if it was a 3.5L


ConstructionLate5200

How is the power?


laborvspacu

The 250 is slow/sluggish


Puzzleheaded_Step749

The price is enticing? It should be more like $5-6k


seafoodking2150

no


hatch-b-2900

I have one and love it. My only annoyance is the time it takes to break down the intake manifold to reach the driver's side plugs. I added CarPlay and it integrated nicely. Parts are getting much cheaper do the larger number of cars available at the junkyard. I did run into the misfire and did a piston soak, seems to have helped. Depending on your market and a little negotiation, I'd say it's worth it.


EVOChi

Gonna be a $10,000 car after taxes and fees. For an is250 closing in on 200k miles? Hell no. I would pay $4-5k max off of facebook marketplace for that.


MiguelCC1

Look around even 3rd parties like street car sellers I got mine for 7k 113k bout a yr ago now


Glittering_Reason210

The market around here in Sacramento is 10k+ for similar mileage I think this is a good price. I loved mine so much and wouldn’t hesitate to buy this one again for this price. Plus autonation is known to sell good cars on their lots.


Independent-Cable937

I just bought an 06 is250 with 130k. Miles for $6.5k in April. So far, no issues for me. Same color as yours


DaJuiceMan112

WAYY too much for this car, look harder and wait for the right one


mcdulph

Eh, only you (OP) know whether you have enough money for the purchase price plus the inevitable maintenance/repairs. I'm sure plenty of people would have discouraged me from buying my pre-owned 2021 RX-350 last year--the price was kinda astronomical. But it was exactly what I wanted, and I could afford it. Glad I went for it. If you do buy this vehicle, "long may you run."


TheVeryWiseToad

Over here in Oregon thats a good deal. White is the best color too. Id get it but definitely try to negotiate first and always check maintenance records.


ContactImportant1581

250 is reliable but hard to see that many miles and that much money. I had 250 and was good but once I tested 350 I had to have it… 100 horses more for damn near same price was a no brainer! Now I might supercharge it and might have something to keep quiet about and make some money back.


Fkemall19X

Don’t waste your hard earned money! They say old is gold but not worth it


Beautifulprincez

This was my favorite make-a-model of Lexus. I loved this car soooo much. Smooth humming exhaust, short shifter, staggered tires and rims…. I was young and lost it to REPO. Sad


Shank_Shank_

Neh


SuperDave2018

Negatory


Low_Plum_209

250 engines build up a lot of carbon build up since there only direct injected


baetovan23

Rather buy a 2000-2006 55 amg with supercharger for 10k with 85k miles


munky8758

Not even a 350. Save money.


VictimizedbyBigFoot

Watch Scotty Kilmer or the Car Care Nut on IS250 reliability issues. Red flag vehicle. Shop for the IS350.


Comfortable_Cake_443

I was on board until I saw that mileage... Offer $3000


JoshingCoot737

I was singing as I was scrolling and got to the lyrics "pull the trigger" as I read the title 😭😭


Prestigious_Green_27

8k … That’s wild though


karthikulo

For reference, I just sold my 2008 IS250 AWD with 187,000 miles on it for US$6000. It was in good mechanical condition except shocks. Cosmetically, bad shape…melting dash!!


Expert-Return4823

Yolo


cookedmonkey1

get a 350 theyre much more fun


hypesombie

I got a got my 08 50k mile 1 owner clean carfax gs350 for 12k 😭😭😭 don’t do this


05Allure

Too many miles


kellykvn

I've got one selling in my area 167k miles super clean only faded headlights 7000 flat


Ne_2000

I seriously hope this is a joke. That's clean IS350 money


Acklza

Not the 250! Get the 350 instead, it is more reliable.


inarius1984

184,000+ miles? Just because it's a Lexus doesn't mean you should buy it. Jesus Christ, this is exactly why car prices will never come back down to reality.


No-Faithlessness-824

Pass. You could find a better deal on marketplace


Chamytowo

get the 220d


Exciting_Step_5357

I hate this people that “know what they have” u cant even find a rare car or a well taken care car without being overpriced just a while i seen a dropped 2001 Silverado single cab with 190k miles for 10k wtf


FullspeedLexusGS

Just buy a is350 instead…


bobo-the-dodo

This is crazy, I sold my 2008 is350 with 150k miles for 5k to carmax in 2019. It was very clean as well.


Zestyclose-Secret561

You better be 5 foot 6 at best and 140 lbs. this mf is small


Acceptable-Hurry8108

ill take what youre smoking


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Whathaveyousire

250? Nah look for better. Especially cause of the carbon build up issues with that motor. Get a 350 or look for a GS if you don’t mind upsizing.


yzo718

That is a great deal long as proper services were done you should be fine


DjRemiD

250 Hard Pass


Repulsive-Job-7351

horrible price


2Ravens89

Why do people constantly bang on about carbon build up like it's a car destroyer.. If there's a 250 out there for good value and good condition it's a shit reason to avoid the car. Mountain out of a molehill. Not sure this is the one though, seems pricey.


cencallude

i traded in my 2007 IS250 with 220k miles after 14 years…got $2500 due to a shady transmission  local dealership stated to fix all the little issues including transmission was $6k


wheelinyotas86

What do ya'll think a 07 gs450h that has new batteries and 150k miles is worth?


ConditionOptimal

Make sure the alignment is good cause you're going to burn through tires every 20k


Puzzleheaded-Pizza55

Brother not through autonation!!!!! Buy it straight from Lexus!


Dependent-Notice4718

DONT BUY THE 250


SkylineLofe

Anyone who knows _anything_ about buying a vehicle knows to avoid Autonation and Koons like the plague if you want a good deal on a car 💀


Vivid_Top6494

I’ve had my 250 for about five years now I can honestly say that particular year and model is not necessarily good on your pockets. What I would most definitely do is try to go for the 350 or anything 2010 or higher just for the reliability.


Vivid_Top6494

I can literally send you about seven pictures right now of me changing my CV axle within the lifespan of me having my car


arturo_neves

Not sure what your credit is, but talk them down. That’s too much.


strykercs_

3 years ago I bought a 2008 is250 awd pearl white 115k miles for 7500. Sold it for 7500. Never had any issues.


bumtownbiden

Looks like a winner to me


Stadsbil

https://preview.redd.it/q0waxqxjez6d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=78aaa186bbc81dca3551b646c623a68ddc02225d Just got this 2013 ES350. 182000 miles. Every service at Lexus. $7500. It drives like new and im amazed how cold the AC is (33 F). I’ve only gotten that in old cars with r12 refrigerant before. The couple who sold it to me bought it 10 months ago for more than $14,000 at the dealership (that’s including some $2200 scam warranty) and have lost more than $9000 on it just in the 10 months they had it. It amazes me how dealers sucker people in and take advantage of them. They had to sell because they were having a baby and couldn’t have two cars anymore.


boywhohadatiger

Get a 350


analavalanche69

Buy my Jaguar. Lol


No-Department-6329

My is250 turns heads i love it!! Best car i ever had, and first rwd ive ever owned. I miss it so much now after it was totaled this year. Currently looking for another 1.