I have to part with my beloved Lexus, which I never thought I would keep this long and I have let it go a bit over the years. Car runs, engine strong, was a dependable highway car. I work as a golf caddie and the car has been back and forth to FL and CA over the years. 250k miles, body looks good, recent electrical work I wish I didn't do, as a bought a new car. After many years of Mercedes, this has become my fave car. If I could afford to, I would drive nothing but a big Lexus
PROBLEMS
Transmission. doesn't always engage in DRIVE. takes a few mins. I feel like it's a temp thing. Once warm, go through gears normally. This issue has not gotten worse, and I have been dealing with this for about 5 seasons.
Alternator. There is an oil leak that can not be fixed. this leak causes the alternator to go out about every other year. Easy fix and I've dealt with this for 5 years. I have looked at this as a every 6 oil changes, I need a $300.00 alternator.
Right Rear View Mirror. taken out the day I left FL to come back to NY. easy fix, part not too expensive, I just bought a new car.
Trunk. electrical problem with car addressed, trunk operates manually. Dent on right side from an ahole hit and run.
Speakers. I bought and never installed a replacement amplifier.
Seats. some tears and wear in front seats due to a FL storm. Taped and covered with seat covers.
The interior is fine and just need a good cleaning. the car was sitting for a month. I have all repair receipts for the life of the car.
I wish I took better care of this car and was actively looking for an EXACT replacement. considered putting the 4500.00 i spent on a new car, on this, but just found a deal too good to resist.