momopi
Well-known member
I'm currently in the market for an used >2012 Lexus ES 350 to replace a 20 year old Camry with 290K miles on the odo. Up until recently I've only considered vehicles with clean carfax history with no accidents. I'd prefer to pay less than $20K which excludes Lexus certified used vehicles that are usually priced higher.
Recently I've started considering vehicles that have been in minor accidents, looking at carfax records for reference (no structural damage). I've acquired an ODB reader to run diag and paint thickness meter to check which panels have been repainted (does not work on non-metallic bumper covers).
Does anyone have an opinion or suggestion?
I also like the ES 300h. I read that for Prius the hybrid powertrain is under warranty for 10 years or 150K miles. Is this applicable to the ES 300h, and does the warranty also cover the generator? I've read conflicting reports on 15 years vs 10 years, and the replacement cost on the generator appears much higher than the battery pack.
Recently I've started considering vehicles that have been in minor accidents, looking at carfax records for reference (no structural damage). I've acquired an ODB reader to run diag and paint thickness meter to check which panels have been repainted (does not work on non-metallic bumper covers).
Does anyone have an opinion or suggestion?
I also like the ES 300h. I read that for Prius the hybrid powertrain is under warranty for 10 years or 150K miles. Is this applicable to the ES 300h, and does the warranty also cover the generator? I've read conflicting reports on 15 years vs 10 years, and the replacement cost on the generator appears much higher than the battery pack.